ECU graduate programs among best nationally in new ranking
East Carolina University’s College of Nursing and the Brody School of Medicine are among the best in the country, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Graduate Schools...
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ECU earns 2026-27 Military Friendly School designation
East Carolina University has been recognized nationally for creating meaningful educational pathways for military-affiliated students. ECU has been named a Gold-level Military Friendly School and Military Spouse Friendly School by...
Online graduate programs in nursing, criminal justice, education and business rank nationally
East Carolina University’s nursing program remains in the top 10 nationwide and is the No. 1 online master’s program among public universities in North Carolina in a new ranking by...
Life happens: Students plan post-graduation budgets
A trip to the emergency room. A flat tire. Life happens. East Carolina University students encountered all that and more in the Making Cent$ of Life After College event sponsored...
ECU once again named Best for Vets
East Carolina University’s military-friendly culture helped attract U.S. Marine Corps veterans Joshua Martinez and Michael Campbell when they were exploring colleges and programs to continue their education after their military...
Newsweek names ECU to America’s Top Online Colleges for 2026
East Carolina University has been recognized by Newsweek in its 2026 ranking of America’s Top Online Colleges. ECU ranked second among UNC System schools named a top online program. ECU...
New ranking: ECU top 3 NC public, No. 1 for social mobility
East Carolina University is in the top three public universities and No. 1 for social mobility in North Carolina in a new Wall Street Journal/CollegePulse 2026 Best Colleges in the...
Academics, affordability make ECU top three Best Value in NC
A combination of academics and affordability makes East Carolina University a top three Best Value public institution in North Carolina in a new national ranking. ECU also remains a Top...
Student: Jonah Dickerson
Jonah Dickerson spent most of his time outside while growing up in Gatesville, the Gates County seat nestled in northeast North Carolina between the Chowan River’s vast floodplain and the...
Maritime studies immersive experiences unveil underwater discoveries
Students in East Carolina University’s preeminent Program in Maritime Studies — one of only six in the world offering a master’s degree — have gotten real-world experience in documenting shoreline...