Academics at ECU
Immerse yourself in a vibrant and academically rigorous community built around twelve colleges and schools, including eight that offer undergraduate degree programs.
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With more than 170 degree options, ECU offers opportunities for every interest. Apply now to claim your treasure.
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Elite Research Institution
ECU is an R1 research institution, a designation given to the top research universities in the U.S.
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ECU and the ECU Health Foundation announce $10 million donation to expand the school’s Brody Scholars Program.
A capstone project through ECU’s Center for IoT Engineering and Innovation provides real-world lessons, opportunities for farmers.
Research from the medical school finds patients with implantable cardiac devices are hitting activity plateau prematurely.
ECU welcomed Chancellor Emeritus Steve Ballard to campus as part of the 10th annual Ballard’s Annual Lessons on Leadership event.
More than 2,700 donors gave more than $12.2 million, making the 10th PNG the most successful of the decade.
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ECU at a glance
Take a quick, by-the-numbers look at our university.
26,000+
students
425+
student organizations
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