C+
Above Average
Score: 61/100
Quick Stats
26,785
Total Enrollment
62%
Graduation Rate
82%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
90%
Acceptance Rate
$14,470
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors
The East Carolina University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $267,681
- Avg rent near campus: $1,397/mo — vs ~$644/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 27834 (5.2% cap, Greenville)
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🏆 Where East Carolina University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,452 | $20,729 |
| Room | $5,800 | |
| Board | $4,556 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $24,331 | $40,608 |
Financial Aid
79%
Receive Any Aid
35%
Receive Pell Grants
55%
Take Out Loans
$14,470
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $11,128 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $12,290 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $16,785 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $20,979 |
| $110,001+ | $22,787 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Business Administration and Management, General
548 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
410 grads/yr
Psychology, General
296 grads/yr
Speech Communication and Rhetoric
296 grads/yr
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
284 grads/yr
Public Health Education and Promotion
259 grads/yr
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
241 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
233 grads/yr
Criminology
183 grads/yr
Elementary Education and Teaching
174 grads/yr
Industrial Technology/Technician
166 grads/yr
Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other
165 grads/yr
Social Work
135 grads/yr
Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology
130 grads/yr
Finance, General
121 grads/yr
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
118 grads/yr
Accounting
116 grads/yr
Fine/Studio Arts, General
99 grads/yr
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
98 grads/yr
Computer Science
93 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from East Carolina University's top programs commonly pursue.
Chief executives
$206k/yr
309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr
20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr
221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr
619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr
1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr
46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr
241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr
271,200 jobs
Student Demographics
26,785
Total Students
60%
Women
82%
Traditional Age (18-24)
2%
Off-Campus Renters
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
63%
Hispanic
9%
Black
17%
Asian
3%
Two or More
4%
Non-Resident
1%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
94%
Off-Campus (Renters)
2%
With Family
4%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~536 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
28%
Hybrid (Some Online)
43%
Fully Online
30%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
82%
25-64 (Adult)
16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at East Carolina University?
East Carolina University has an acceptance rate of 90%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend East Carolina University?
Tuition at East Carolina University is
$4,452 for in-state students
and $20,729 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $14,470.
What is the graduation rate at East Carolina University?
The graduation rate at East Carolina University is 62%.
This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is East Carolina University a good school?
East Carolina University has a Repit College Score of 61/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend East Carolina University?
East Carolina University has a total enrollment of 26,785 students.
Most students (82%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near East Carolina University?
Yes! Approximately 2% of students at East Carolina University live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 536 students who need rental housing near campus.
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology