East Carolina University

East Carolina University is moderately difficult to get into. Around 92% of applicants get into East Carolina University each year. Last year, 21,383 students applied to East Carolina University and 19,758 were admitted.

If you are thinking about applying to East Carolina University, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 4/1 and the application fee is $75.

East Carolina University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of East Carolina University's admissions stats.

East Carolina University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.3
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	13%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	No

East Carolina University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for East Carolina University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	4 1	–

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Want to Apply Early to East Carolina University?

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East Carolina University does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on East Carolina University Admissions

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For applicants who are non-residents, getting into East Carolina University is moderately difficult.

Transferring to East Carolina University

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to East Carolina University

East Carolina University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into East Carolina University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at East Carolina University

Wondering what factors are considered by East Carolina University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Application Essay	Very Important
State Residency	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Class Rank	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with East Carolina University for more information on admission factors.

East Carolina University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to East Carolina University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with East Carolina University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.5	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into East Carolina University?

Students admitted to East Carolina University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3.

Out of all students that were admitted, 44% submitted a class rank. At East Carolina University 13% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 34% were in the top 25% and 69% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At East Carolina University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	3.07%
3.75 and 3.99	15.16%
3.50 and 3.74	18.55%
3.25 and 3.49	17.86%
3.00 and 3.24	19.45%
2.50 and 2.9	24.4%
2.00 and 2.49	1.51%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to East Carolina University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

East Carolina University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to East Carolina University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to East Carolina University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 1.

Transfer students can enroll in East Carolina University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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East Carolina University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to East Carolina University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to East Carolina University.

Does East Carolina University accept transfer credits?

✅ East Carolina University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. East Carolina University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does East Carolina University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ East Carolina University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to East Carolina University?

✅ East Carolina University is not test optional.

What is East Carolina University's acceptance rate?

✅ East Carolina University has an acceptance rate of 92%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at East Carolina University?

❌ East Carolina University does not offer early decision.

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