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Elizabeth City State University

ECSU

Elizabeth City, North Carolina 27909

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Excellent value

Elizabeth City State University is a public institution in Elizabeth City with particular strength in business and biology.

A small campus of 1.9K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

48% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $40,026 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $7,237.

Established
1891
Motto
"To Live is to Learn"
Mascot
Vik the Viking
Type
Public historically black university
Conference
National Collegiate Athletic Association
Division
Division II

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70%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
1,863Students
17:1Student:Faculty
48%Grad Rate
$40,026Earnings 10yr
$7,237Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Elizabeth City State University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate70.5%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

70.5%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$3,412
Tuition (out-of-state)$7,412
Room & Board$9,079
Books & Supplies$1,240
Total Cost of Attendance$18,837
Average Net Price$7,237
Median Debt at Graduation$21,463
Monthly Payment (10yr)$228

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$4,342
$30–48K$5,202
$48–75K$8,929
$75–110K$14,182
$110K+$15,821

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

46.7%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$12,656

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

13

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

3

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

4

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (37)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

74%

Negative
  • •74% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,863
Gender Split
54% / 46%
Women / Men
First Generation
37%
Pell Grant Recipients
53%

Race & Ethnicity

White 17%
Black 68%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 1%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate48.1%
Freshman Retention74.2%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$33,776
10 Years$40,026

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •The campus quadrangle and six surrounding buildings are included in the Elizabeth City State Teachers College Historic District, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1994.
  • •In 1939, the college awarded its first bachelor of science degrees in its program of elementary education.
  • •In December 1961, the college gained membership in the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
  • •In 1963 its name was changed to Elizabeth City State College.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

RIC Richmond105 mi
RDU Raleigh-Durham146 mi
IAD Washington Dulles197 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA502 mi · ~14h 30m drive
New York, NY329 mi · ~9h 30m drive
Hartford, CT424 mi · ~12h 15m drive
Providence, RI462 mi · ~13h 21m drive
Albany, NY459 mi · ~13h 16m drive
Syracuse, NY468 mi · ~13h 31m drive
Rochester, NY481 mi · ~13h 54m drive
Buffalo, NY478 mi · ~13h 49m drive
Philadelphia, PA260 mi · ~7h 31m drive
Pittsburgh, PA353 mi · ~10h 12m drive
Harrisburg, PA278 mi · ~8h 2m drive
Newark, NJ327 mi · ~9h 27m drive
Washington, DC187 mi · ~5h 24m drive
Baltimore, MD209 mi · ~6h 2m drive
Atlanta, GA494 mi · ~14h 16m drive
Charlotte, NC269 mi · ~7h 46m drive
Raleigh, NC140 mi · ~4h 3m drive
Miami, FL764 mi · ~22h 4m drive
Orlando, FL614 mi · ~17h 44m drive
Tampa, FL681 mi · ~19h 40m drive
Nashville, TN589 mi · ~17h 1m drive
New Orleans, LA912 mi · ~26h 21m drive
Richmond, VA110 mi · ~3h 11m drive
Chicago, IL723 mi · ~20h 53m drive
Detroit, MI555 mi · ~16h 2m drive
Minneapolis, MN1074 mi · ~31h 2m drive
St. Louis, MO783 mi · ~22h 37m drive
Kansas City, MO1021 mi · ~29h 30m drive
Indianapolis, IN592 mi · ~17h 6m drive
Columbus, OH448 mi · ~12h 57m drive
Cleveland, OH466 mi · ~13h 28m drive
Milwaukee, WI777 mi · ~22h 27m drive
Dallas, TX1194 mi · ~34h 30m drive
Houston, TX1195 mi · ~34h 31m drive
Austin, TX1308 mi · ~37h 47m drive
San Antonio, TX1373 mi · ~39h 40m drive
Los Angeles, CA2360 mi · ~68h 11m drive
San Francisco, CA2525 mi · ~72h 57m drive
San Diego, CA2327 mi · ~67h 13m drive
Seattle, WA2455 mi · ~70h 55m drive
Portland, OR2472 mi · ~71h 25m drive
Denver, CO1578 mi · ~45h 35m drive
Phoenix, AZ2031 mi · ~58h 40m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1940 mi · ~56h 3m drive
Honolulu, HI4912 mi · ~141h 54m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Richmond (RIC)105 miles
Rental car
158 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
210 min$126-210
Raleigh-Durham (RDU)146 miles
Rental car
219 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
292 min$175-292

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