General Description

Wachovia Partnership East is making it possible for students throughout eastern North Carolina to obtain four-year degrees in education from East Carolina University in their local communities.

Students graduate with a four-year degree from ECU by completing the first two years of the program at any one of our partnering community colleges followed by taking ECU courses on-line or through face-to-face instruction at one of the consortia hub sites or by completing a totally online degree program through the virtual consortium.

What programs are offered?

What are the requirements to join WPE?

Completion or near completion of all community college coursework
2.5 GPA or higher
Qualifying Praxis I scores or ACT or SAT scores
Admission to ECU
Interview with WPE Coordinator

Questions and Answers

How do I join Wachovia Partnership East? Second semester freshmen are encouraged to schedule an appointment with a consortium coordinator to determine when to begin university classes. Unofficial copies of all college transcripts are needed to make the determination. Contact a coordinator in your area to schedule an appointment.
What if I already have a four-year degree? Although Wachovia Partnership East only serves first-degree students, ECU offers several options for becoming a teacher through Alternative Licensure.
As a Wachovia Partnership East student, how do I apply for admission to East Carolina University?
As a Wachovia Partnership East student, will I be eligible for financial aid?
As a Wachovia Partnership East student, how will I access resources from Joyner Library and the Teaching Resources Center?
How can I find out more about East Carolina University?
How do I find out more about Options for Adult Learners?
Additional Frequently Asked Questions