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East Carolina University

ECU

Greenville, North Carolina 27858-4353

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Known for business — excellent value

East Carolina University is a public institution in Greenville with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1143, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 19.9K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

62% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $55,146 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,514.

Established
1907
Motto
Servire
Mascot
PeeDee the Pirate
Type
Public research university
Conference
NCAA Division FBS as a full–member of the American Athletic Conference (The American)
90%Acceptance
1143SAT Avg
19,857Students
17:1Student:Faculty
62%Grad Rate
$55,146Earnings 10yr
$16,514Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate90.1%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1143

Reading & Writing
530610
Math
520590

ACT Score Range

Composite
2026

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$7,361
Tuition (out-of-state)$23,638
Room & Board$11,000
Books & Supplies$1,794
Total Cost of Attendance$23,689
Average Net Price$16,514
Median Debt at Graduation$22,750
Monthly Payment (10yr)$241

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$11,128
$30–48K$12,290
$48–75K$16,785
$75–110K$20,979
$110K+$22,787

Programs (203)

Student Body

Undergrads
19,857
Gender Split
57% / 43%
Women / Men
First Generation
26%
Pell Grant Recipients
31%

Race & Ethnicity

White 63%
Black 16%
Hispanic 10%
Asian 3%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate62.1%
Freshman Retention81.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$46,420
8 Years$51,582
10 Years$55,146

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$42,000
Men
$51,500

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