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Future Focused

ECU is among 25 U.S. colleges awarded the first Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose classification for its dedication to fostering leadership for the public good.

Student Life at ECU

Learn more about life on campus at ECU. Virtually tour residence halls, explore campus neighborhoods and learn about Living Learning Communities.

Innovation Driven

ECU secured a $7.5 million grant to lead a National Science Foundation initiative in geosciences. This funding will address community issues like agriculture, drinking water, and air quality.

The Pirate Experience

Take a look at the hundreds of student organizations, club sports, and recreation and wellness programs that make life at ECU an amazing experience.

Coastal Studies Institute

The Coastal Studies Institute at ECU’s Outer Banks Campus is a multi-institutional research and educational partnership of the UNC System.

The Princeton Review 2024, the 389 best colleges

The Princeton Review: 2024 Best 389 Colleges

in producing medical grads who practice in N.C.

Graduate programs, U.S. News & World Report

Innovation and Economic Prosperity University APLU CICEP

For commitment to economic engagement

Insight into Diversity, Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award 2023, Diversity Champion

Top Colleges for Diversity, Twelve-time recipient

From student to department chair to director, Michael Harris’ leadership journey in ECU’s College of Business continues.

High school students in a new summer art and design camp were immersed in a range of creative, hands-on courses.

Project Kitty Hawk is helping enhance the brand of East Carolina University online programs.

Martha Elmore wins a statewide award in archives as a testament to her decades of services to ECU and preservation.

Immersed in ’80s anthems, audiences will become part of the revolution at ECU’s Summer Theatre’s “Rock of Ages,” opening Wednesday in McGinnis Theatre.