ECPI University — acceptance rate 83%, tuition $17,424ECPI University campus, Virginia Beach, VA. Photo: ECPI University, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context:⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the
Outcomes Score (C+)
which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 45%
Outcomes
C+
58/100
Affordability
D
40/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
C+
60/100
Prestige
D
36/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
11,745
Total Enrollment
45%
Graduation Rate
53%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
83%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at ECPI University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$42,837
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$41,278
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$20,000
Median debt at graduation
42.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
53.1%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 47% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 47th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (VA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at ECPI University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
For parents & investors
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Avg home value near campus: $328,827
Avg rent near campus: $2,038/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 23523 (6.9% cap, Norfolk)
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🏆 Where ECPI University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
ECPI University has an acceptance rate of 83%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend ECPI University?
Tuition at ECPI University is
$17,424 for in-state students
and $17,424 for out-of-state students
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What is the graduation rate at ECPI University?
The graduation rate at ECPI University is 45%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is ECPI University a good school?
ECPI University has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend ECPI University?
ECPI University has a total enrollment of 11,745 students.
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