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So You Want To Be A Pirate?

Bold Futures Await

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Work Smarter, For Better

Where Curiosity Leads

What will your academic experience be like at ECU? It will be one filled with possibility and opportunity.

ECU is home to high-impact undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. Explore your interests and chart a path that fits your goals. Hands-on learning with expert faculty empowers you to turn those goals into action.

At ECU, your imagination is powered by learning. Your education mixes study with real-world relevance. Engage in internships, service learning, and applied experiences that enhance your knowledge and career readiness.

Here, you’ll get an exceptional education and an exciting student experience.

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Set Your Course for Success

Academic rigor meets real-world experience at ECU. With undergraduate and graduate programs spanning the arts, sciences, engineering, healthcare, education, business and other high-impact fields, you’ll gain the knowledge and experience to lead, innovate and make an impact in your chosen field.

Here, your educational journey isn’t limited by what is — it is inspired by what can be. Through innovative teaching, groundbreaking research and hands-on learning, ECU supports you as you explore new ideas, pursue your ambitions, and prepare for a future filled with possibility.

Positive Return

96% of ECU’s undergraduate programs and 92% of our graduate programs have a positive return on investment.

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Clubs & organizations

Get involved in more than 425 organizations focused on academics, culture, service, leadership, the arts and more.

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Athletics & recreation

Cheer on the Pirates or join the game across 18 Division I teams, club sports, and campus rec programs.

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arts & culture

More than 100 arts events each year bring concerts, festivals, exhibitions and performances to campus.

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Live Like a Pirate

Housing and Dining

At ECU, you will have plenty of options that suit your interests and lifestyle.

Choose from 16 residence halls across three campus neighborhoods. Build connections and pursue your passions in one of ECU’s living learning or themed engagement communities. Enjoy more than 25 dining locations, from traditional dining halls to popular favorites.

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Succeed Like a Pirate

Support for Every Step

Learn and grow in a place where we know your name — and know your potential. You’re never on your own at ECU. Support includes academic advising, tutoring and student success programs.

Beyond the classroom, ECU offers resources to help you succeed in life. From counseling services to career development, financial wellness to community involvement, everything is designed to help you reach your goals and focus on your well-being.

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Think Like a Pirate

Discover pirate nation

If you’re curious, driven and ready to learn by doing, you’ll find opportunities to grow through research, hands-on learning and a supportive community.

Explore campus, discover academic programs and find the opportunities that will shape your future.