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I attended ECU for a reason different than many others, I attended ECU for athletic purposes as I was recruited out of high school to play football for the university. My collegiate football and academic experience at ECU has prepared me for the demands of working in my future profession. As captain of the East Carolina University football team my senior year I learned lessons about teamwork, competition, leadership, and overcoming adversity that will serve me well as my career progress. College... Read More football remains a melting pot in society. As a player and student, I learned how to work toward common goals with people of different ages, races, economic and social backgrounds. Football also taught me how to stay determined in the face of adversity and the importance of sustained effort. Being a captain of the football team provided a platform for me to lead by example and show my teammates what was expected of them - whether it was in the classroom, field, or weight room. Although ECU is a large university - the faculty does a tremendous job of getting to know the students on a personal level. I would highly recommend the school for any prospective student.

The college of health education and promotion has amazing faculty and staff! They truly care about your success as a student and I believe that each college has some highly educated and dedicated professors! As a former tour guide, we are honest about our experiences on campus and truly answer all questions to the best of our ability. Multiple organizations and resources allow for every student to get engaged on campus and feel that they belong! We're a decent sized school with a small school feel!... Read More

I attended East Carolina University as an out of state student, worried about finding my place there. I soon found that I was proud to call East Carolina home. Majoring in Family and Community Services, I was very pleased with how organized the program was. This program allows you to choose between the two options of family studies or early intervention. I chose the early intervention path and thoroughly enjoyed my courses. One quality that is great about this program is the amount of hands on experiences... Read More students are provided. I was able to work with children and families each semester of the program. I believe this is beneficial because it allowed me to take what I learned in class and really apply it to a meaningful situation. I would recommend East Carolina University to those looking to continue their education because it prepares students for their next steps.

Nestled in the heart of eastern North Carolina, East Carolina University is none other than a hidden gem of a graduate school opportunity. As a PhD student enrolled in the IDPBS program in the Biology department, I have gained training in modern techniques at the forefront of evolutionary biology, allowing my research to remain relevant and helpful to the scientific community. I believe that this is an important component of any graduate program but cannot be found at all institutions. Staying current... Read More in a given field of research is perhaps the most critical component of a graduate program for securing a job following graduation, yet it is difficult for departments to change with fast-paced advances over time. The Biology department at East Carolina excels at this task. One key component of the IDPBS graduate program at East Carolina University is its emphasis on learning to program computer code for biological purposes. In the past ten years, major advances in genetic sequencing techniques have allowed for the acquisition of huge amounts of data, leading to advanced computer-based techniques for managing and analyzing such quantities. The IDPBS coursework offers instruction on such techniques by analyzing real datasets analogous to a students own projects. These skills can be utilized to obtain biology-based industry jobs, or postdoctoral positions within academia. I highly recommend the East Carolina University graduate program for students interested in all areas of biology, from molecular and cell biology to evolution and ecology. Sometimes the application of techniques can be difficult to grasp, and manageably-sized laboratories offer time to meet 1:1 with advisors to ask questions and get feedback as students develop their theses. A reasonable and fair amount of coursework to the student allows for time to progress research goals in the thesis. These important variables make East Carolina University an excellent choice for the study of biology.

East Carolina University had just what I was looking for. Prior to attending the university I had the intention to follow a pre-dental track (one of many pre-professional pathways offered by ECU). With both a large hospital system for general medicine, gastroenterologist, pediatrics, physical therapy, and dentistry, the school is a key element in preparing students for future medical careers. After my first year on campus, due to my own decision and my exposure to other departments, faculty and areas... Read More of interest, I changed my path to focus on studying two interests of mine- history and Spanish. The faculty in both of these departments could not be more helpful and many of them became my friends and closest advisors following their classes. On top of all of this, the environment on campus is always welcoming. People are everywhere, smiling, conversing, advertising their clubs or organizations, carrying on with their lives or preparing for an upcoming Pirate football game. At ECU there is a little bit of everything. Whether I knew it or not before I came to ECU, I know it now: ECU was just what I was looking for. I have made friends of both fellow students and faculty, I have learned a great deal about myself and the world around me, and I have had the most memorable four years of my life. I could not be more thankful to have gone to ECU and I encourage anyone interested to visit the campus and see the brick-laden mall and the area around the campus bookstore on a sunny fall, spring, or summer day. I guarantee that you will find what you are looking for at East Carolina University.

I highly recommend ECU to anyone considering attending this University. I graduated in 2004 with a BA in Communication Studies and was a member of the National Honor Fraternity. There are dozens of events/groups so everyone is able to fit in and contribute to their personal growth as well as the ECU community. Instructors go above and beyond and overall I am very pleased with the education and benefits I gained as a result of my undergraduate studies. I am considering going back to ECU for a MS in... Read More Health Education at this time and am excited about the prospect of returning to school here. Go Pirates!

"We are the Pirates of E! C! U! Hey!" East Carolina University, home of the Pirates, is not only a college filled with diversity and inclusivity, but my university has numerous reliable student resources for professional and personal development. With over 20,000 students, East Carolina University makes it easy and not stressful to find student leaders with likeminded passions and goals, but also a network of individuals who strive to create a just and thriving world for all. East Carolina University... Read More is a family, especially during athletic events. You can hear the shouts and mottos of our university seeping through the walls and into your heart. I have pirate pride because becoming a pirate was one of the best decisions I have ever made. My university has allowed me to connect with individuals from different backgrounds and beliefs while creating lifelong friendships. My university has given me the needed resources to pursue my Master's degree in health policy next year.

ECU is a great school, but I would recommend going to a different school if you have the opportunity. If you are attempting to go to the medical field do not go to this school unless you get into the honor college. You will never find any opportunity, Vidant is extremely hard to volunteer at unless you know people here. The undergraduate teaching staff is great and they really want to help the students. If you are not planning on going to any professional school after undergrad this school is the... Read More one of the cheapest and best choices for an experience. I loved this school for undergraduate, but after four years I really outgrew it.