About Elizabeth City State University

Founded in 1891, Elizabeth City State University. is a Public college. Located in North Carolina, which is a city setting in North Carolina, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 1,310 full time undergraduate students, and 47 full time graduate students.

The Elizabeth City State University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 13:1. There are 101 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Elizabeth City State University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate57%
Application Deadline
Application Fee30
SAT Range790-950
ACT Range17-21

Admissions at ECSU are considered Selective, with ,21% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 13 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

36% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 5% were in the top quarter, and 1% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Elizabeth City State University.

13%
“We”re apathetic”
13%
“We know about current events and vote”
75%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
50%
“Sometimes, but not often”
13%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
38%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
50%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
50%
“I feel extremely safe”
25%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
0%
“We bought the gear”
75%
“We live for the big game”
13%
“It”s not really our thing”
13%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
50%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
25%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
38%
“They keep regular office hours”
63%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
14%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
43%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
43%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
25%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
38%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
13%
“We only party on weekends”
25%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
25%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
63%
“There might be people who do”
13%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
13%
“We”re apathetic”
13%
“We know about current events and vote”
75%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
50%
“Sometimes, but not often”
13%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
38%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
50%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
50%
“I feel extremely safe”
25%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
0%
“We bought the gear”
75%
“We live for the big game”
13%
“It”s not really our thing”
13%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
50%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
25%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
38%
“They keep regular office hours”
63%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
14%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
43%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
43%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
25%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
38%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
13%
“We only party on weekends”
25%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
25%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
63%
“There might be people who do”
13%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    57 Students rated on-campus housing 3.2 stars. 11 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    43 Students rated off-campus housing 2.9 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    61 Students rated campus food 2.7 stars. 7 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    63 Students rated campus facilities 3.7 stars. 21 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    63 Students rated class size 4.4 stars. 51 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    62 Students rated school activities 3.7 stars. 34 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    63 Students rated local services 4 stars. 43 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    63 Students rated academics 4.2 stars. 51 % gave the school a 5.0.

Elizabeth City State University REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Elizabeth City State University?

10 Students rated Elizabeth City State University

Shikyla - 09/13/2020

I love my school. I enjoy being in my room but I have met amazing people here. Fried Chicken Wednesday is one of my favorite days of week, of we’re being honest. Historically Black Colleges/ Universities are as important as Predominantly White Institutions. Give one a chance.

Breon - 09/05/2019

This is an HBCU school that prepares African-American students to be prepared to excel in the world. The classes are small, and you are able to ask questions and get answers. You get to know each other and help each other like a big family. I am in the Sound of Class, ECSU's marching band. It is a small band, but we are a mighty in talent and sound! The director is committed to making us the best, not only in sound but how we carry ourselves as we practice almost daily. She is an awesome person who cares about each of us.

Charity - 06/11/2019

What can I say about Elizabeth City State University? It’s located in a charming little city that has character and is only about an hour away from Virginia Beach. The layout of the campus is compact, which is ideal for students who don’t have a car. There are a ton of computer labs for studying and doing homework, lots of places to meet up and hang out, and the dorms are pretty cozy. The food in the cafeteria is ok, but you also receive Viking Bucks each semester to use at Viking Subs and Grill where you can get a sub sandwich or burger and fries. Once per semester, there’s Midnight Breakfast in the Cafe, which is a lot of fun. As far as clubs and organizations, there is undoubtedly something for everyone. Class sizes are small, which is great if you really want to get to know your classmates and professors. The current student to faculty ratio is 16:1. In my experience, the professors are dedicated to student success and are willing to go the extra mile to help you excel in your academic studies. My favorite place to go after class and on the weekends was Water Front Park, which is in walking distance from the campus. The park gives you an incredible view of the Pasquotank River. In the spring you can watch boats sail by on the river, and participate in free activities going on in the park. If you’re looking for a college/university with school spirit, a strong sense of community, and individualized interaction with professors, Elizabeth City State University may be the school for you. Did I mention tuition is really affordable compared to other state schools?!

Imann - 12/20/2018

ECSU is a small affordable college. I had some of the best times of my life here. The class sizes were always great! The cafe food is similar to any other campus. Greek life is pretty big there but there's plenty of other clubs and organizations to join. The school is also close to the water which was a major bonus for me.

Elizabeth City State University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Elizabeth City State University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Elizabeth City State University is 57%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    I would definately tell mself to work harder to get better grades. Now that i am in college i can see that grades are what keeps a great GPA, which brings in scholarships. If companies see that my GPA is low, they wouldautomatically assume that i am not a hard working student. Because of that i wouldn't get a scholarship because they will fear that the money will be wasted on someone who isn't goint to use it the way they should. Having better grades now pays off with scholarships and even internships. Even tough a GPA is low, it doesn't always neccessarly mean that a person is not hard smart, they may just be slacking and not working like they are suppose to. That is exactly what i was doing in high school. Now i know that working hard will definately pay off in the future.

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  3. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The worst thing about my school is their food. Honestly, they do make good food sometimes, but other days they are like awful. Me and my friends always joke about their food; we always talk about calling of those restaurants improvement shows and have them come to fix the cafeteria. If they can fix the food a litte better, then maybe I would not complain so much when I decide to eat on campus.

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  4. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    It is great

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  5. What kind of person should attend this school?

    All kinds of people should attend because the university treats everyone respectively different to cater to the students needs.

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  6. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates have really diverse personalities.

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  7. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    Everyone can come together and make you feel as if you belong to a family.

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  8. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I tell them that everyone in the music department is super cool and that they will meet many talented students here (including me).

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  9. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    I think my school is best known for our Social Work program. Its really a great program t teaches you how things will really be out there. Alot of people enjoy that program because they really notice how it can help their community as well as others.

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  10. What's unique about your campus?

    The best thing i consider about my school is that their arent many distractions. You have many recources to have to help you along your four years attending the institution

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  11. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I wish i would have known that Elizabeth City is a small town abd if you are coming from the city like me you might want to have a car.

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  12. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    A person from a really city area like DC, Chicago, New York, because it is very boring and country.

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  13. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The most frustrating thing about my school is the cafeteria food. I believe we should have a better variety of foods to select from like a buffet that we the students would want to eat for breakfast, lunch and/or dinner. We need that daily nutrient in our body to get us through the day. I believe the cafeteria hours of operation should be more flexible for those who are in class during cafeteria hours. If the campus would provide better cafeteria food and more hours that are flexible for the students, there would be fewer complaints about this issue.

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  14. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    At ECSU there isn't a certain stereotype, there are many different stereotypes. There is a stereotype for a little bit of everything. ECSU has a very broad student body, there are people from all over. Everyone is different in there own yet the same. Everyone is there for to recieve an education no matter what stereotype.

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Student Body

Students

56%

female

44%

male

1,310

Total Undergrad Enrollment

47

Total Grad Students

7%

Out-Of-State

92%

In-State

1%

International

Organizations

34

Student Organizations

4

Fraternities

4

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

58%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
N/A
% Black or African-American
72%
% Hispanic/Latino
3%
% White or Caucasian
17%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

97% of students attending Elizabeth City State University receive some sort of financial aid. 79% were awarded federal grants. While 73% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$17,860

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$362

Books and Supplies

$7,479

Room and Board

25,701

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$2,187
$30 - $48K
$3,119
$48 - $75K
$5,446
$75 - $110K
$8,928
$110K & UP
$8,418

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