Connect to Pirate Port

Thanks for your interest in applying to East Carolina. In order to apply, you must first create a Pirate Port account. Once you have created your Pirate Port account you will be directed to the College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC) to complete your application.

Pirate Port—the ECU Admissions Web portal—is designed to help personalize your admissions experience. So once you create an account, you will be able to:

• Access your online application to apply for admissions via the College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC)

• Track your admissions status

• Receive information on topics of academic interest

• Learn about news and events at East Carolina

• Allow the Admissions Office to communicate with you regarding updates, notifications, and online events

Please note: Your email address is crucial to our ability to communicate with you. If you do not have a personal e-mail account, please obtain one before continuing with the application process. (We recommend providing the same e-mail address on all of your admissions materials)

To create your Pirate Portal, choose the level of admissions you are seeking:

(If you already have a Pirate Port Login and Password, sign in here.)

* Note: If you are a Visiting Student, please refer to the East Carolina Admissions Visiting Student page for instructions on how to apply.