East Carolina University
Greenville, North Carolina · Public
East Carolina University admitted 89% of 26,369 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1060–1220 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 62% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
East Carolina University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $75, and East Carolina University accepts the Common App fee waiver. East Carolina University asks for the Common App personal essay.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check East Carolina University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
East Carolina University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How East Carolina University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
- Essay
- Recommendations
- State residency
Important
- Class rank
- Test scores
Considered
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Interview
- Where you live
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.28 GPA. 11% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $24,331 in-state and $40,608 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $14,470 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is East Carolina University’s acceptance rate?
East Carolina University admitted 89% of applicants: 23,527 of 26,369 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).
When is East Carolina University’s application deadline?
East Carolina University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for East Carolina University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1060 to 1220, with a median around 1150. A score at or above 1150 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is East Carolina University’s application fee?
The application fee is $75 for 2026–27, and East Carolina University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does East Carolina University require?
Besides the application and transcript, East Carolina University asks for the Common App personal essay.
Does East Carolina University have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, East Carolina University asks 1 question of its own on top of the main essay (optional. one short answer, up to 250 words). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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