Frequently Asked Questions

Uncover answers to questions covering topics from admissions to graduation and most everything in between. Quickly find topic specific information in the undergraduate catalog (C) as well as links to ECU offices (O) that provide the services you need. Use the bookmarks, table of contents and the index to navigate the catalog.

Topics	Questions	C	O
Contact College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC)	What is CFNC?
	Does CFNC offer services to adult learners?
Apply for Admissions	How do I get an application?
	How do I apply online through CFNC?
	What is the deadline for applying?
Apply for Financial Aid	How much money do I need?
	How do I apply for financial aid?
	How do I apply for financial aid online through CFNC?
Attend Orientation	Which orientation program is right for me?
	When is orientation?
	Do I need to take placement tests?
Get Academic Advising	What is an advising center?
	Why do students need to visit the advising center?
	What are the Community College transfer equivalencies?
Register for Classes	When can I register?
	How do I find out what's available?
	How can I change my schedule?
	How can I get verification of enrollment?
Pay Bill	Where is the cashiers's office?
	When will I receive a statement?
	What payment methods are accepted?
	What is tuition surcharge?
	What is the refund policy?
Find Housing/Dining	How do I apply for housing?
	How do I get a meal plan?
	Where can I find assistance with off-campus housing?
	What options are available for adult students?
Get an ID	How do I get an ECU 1 Card?
	What do I do if my card is lost or stolen?
Register for Parking	Where do I get a parking permit?
	Where do commuters park?
Ride the Bus	If I don't have a car, is there a bus system?
	Where can I find a bus schedule?
Find Academic Resources	How do I get accommodations for a disability?
	How do I find library resources?
	What is Blackboard and how do I log on?
	How do I access ECU email?
Buy Books and Computers	Where is the bookstore?
	Can I buy books online?
	Am I required to purchase a computer?
Involve Your Family	Where  can I get information about Family Weekend?
	What  is the Office of Parent Services?
	When  is Family Orientation held?
Attend Sports Events	Where  can I purchase tickets to athletic events?
	How  do I join the Student Pirate Club?
	Where  can I get more information on club sports and recreation?
	Where  can I find information on ECU's athletes?
Update Contact Information	How do I change my address or name?
	What is ECU's policy on release of directory information?
	What is FERPA?
Check Grades	How do I get a copy of my grades?
	How do I calculate my GPA?
	How do I appeal a grade?
	What is Grade Replacement?
Graduate	How and when do I apply for graduation?
	What is a senior summary?
	What GPA is required to graduate with distinction?
	How do I get a transcript?