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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Still deciding on a major? Explore degrees offered at ECU.
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With more than 170 degree options, ECU offers opportunities for every interest. Apply now to claim your treasure.
Elite Research Institution
ECU is an R1 research institution, a designation given to the top research universities in the U.S.
ECU is recognized as a top research university
in producing health care professionals in N.C.
Graduate programs, U.S. News & World Report
For commitment to economic engagement
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On March 4, Pirate Nation can cap a decade of success by participating in the 10th annual fundraising event.
Miami Marlins manager and ECU alumnus Clayton McCullough shares lessons learned on the diamond with new ECU graduates.
ECU’s workforce pipeline program showed one student what his “rare” major could mean to a large, local employer.
Relive the stories behind ECU’s defining moments of the year, from earning the prestigious R1 designation to unforgettable performances.
Students who participate in problem-based learning classrooms are more engaged, interested and acquire transferable skills.
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