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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Scholarship programs aim to attract and retain high-achieving undergraduate students.
ECU researchers to study fish spawning habitats in the Gulf and ways to sustain future fishing and tourism.
A capstone project through ECU’s Center for IoT Engineering and Innovation provides real-world lessons, opportunities for farmers.
ECU presents a musical adaptation of ‘Twelfth Night,’ blending New Orleans spirit with Shakespeare’s beloved comedy.
Research from the medical school finds patients with implantable cardiac devices are hitting activity plateau prematurely.
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ECU at a glance
Take a quick, by-the-numbers look at our university.
26,000+
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425+
student organizations
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