East Carolina University
Greeneville, NC
Admissions:
(252) 328-6640
Schedule a Visit:
Travel:
4.5-5 hours by car
Local Airport:
Pitt-Greenville Airport (PGV)
Planning Your Visit
Places to Stay Near Campus
Hilton Greenville
Holiday Inn Express Greenville
Best Western Plus Suites-Greenville
Places to Eat
Sup Dogs
CPW’s Global Cuisine
Christy’s Euro Pub
Other Schools You Could Add to Your Trip:
UNC Chapel Hill – ~2 hr 45 min
NC State University – ~2 hr 45 min
Duke University – ~3 hr
College Snapshot
Located in Greenville, North Carolina, East Carolina University is a large public research institution known for its commitment to accessibility, innovation, and student success. ECU offers strong programs in nursing, business, education, and the performing arts, along with a spirited campus culture rooted in service, leadership, and Pirate pride.
📊 Admissions Overview
Freshman Applicants (2025): 26,369
Acceptance Rate: 89.2%
Admission Difficulty: Moderately Selective
Test Policy: Test-optional (SAT/ACT considered if submitted)
🎓 Who Gets In
Class Rank: 64% of freshmen ranked in the top half of their HS class; 11% in the top 10%.
GPA Profile:
2.7% had a 4.0 GPA
15% had 3.75–3.99
17% had 3.50–3.74
18% had 3.25–3.49
27% had 2.50–2.99
Most admitted students earned GPAs between 3.0–3.7.Test Scores:
Middle 50% SAT: 1060–1220
Average SAT Section Scores: 578 Verbal / 562 Math
Middle 50% ACT: 18–24+ (average 22)
Most students scored in the 1000–1300 SAT or 20–25 ACT range.
📝 What Matters in Admissions
Very Important: Academic GPA, rigor of coursework, recommendations, and application essay
Important: Standardized test scores, class rank, and state residency
Considered: Extracurricular activities, volunteer work, work experience, first-generation status, character/personal qualities, alumni relation, talent/ability, demonstrated interest
Not Considered: Geography, religious affiliation, interviews
Preference Given To: North Carolina residents