Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC, USA

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Elizabeth City State University

Devon from Kinston, NC

a current student here
6 people found this review useful
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Am learning a lot
ECSU is a fantastic school and I'm really learning a lot that will def help me improve my outlook.
Am enjoying being here
There are some slow times but overall I love being there. And I really now call it my second home which in time has became my number one place.
Bang for the buck
Yes, ECSU is the only school that has help uplift the spirits of Northeastern North Carolina. The tuition is the least in the state, and you would think that the quality in education is low but it's not.
Tips for prospective students
Don't be discourage! Be your own leader and create your fun!

Kristoria from New Bern, NC

a current student here
4 people found this review useful
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Am learning a lot
Learning here shouldn't ever be a problem. There as plenty of resources and people here to help you. Even if you don't want to go to your professor, ECSU has many different peer tutoring sessions. The only way to fail at ECSU is from being lazy and not doing what you have to do to get yours,
Am enjoying being here
I love being at ECSU. ECSU has so many events for students and their friends and families. There is an unlimited number of things to do around campus, whether academic or social. There is one time when ECSU is dead accept when students are putting their minds together to think of a new master plan.
Bang for the buck
Most definitely. I would recommend anybody to come join the ECSU family. Viking Pride !
Tips for prospective students
Elevate Higher, Emerge Stronger.
Great for these types of students
ECSU is great for any student willing to make something out of themselves.

Shalonte from Winterville, NC

accepted here and planning to attend soon
3 people found this review useful
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Will learn a lot
I am hoping to do the Pharmacy program and since it is provided through UNC then I am sure that it will be accurate....Hopefully.
Will enjoy being here
Other than the fact that I will be homesick, I think it will be a pretty comfortable setting.

Tiffany from Shawboro, NC

accepted here and planning to attend soon
1 person found this review useful
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In three sentences
Very organized and polite employees.
Dorm Life
I live off campus but my friends love the dorm life.
Food and Dining
food is delicious.
What to do for fun
bowl, swim, workout.

dandrea from Shannon, NC

accepted here and planning to attend soon
1 person found this review useful
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In three sentences
Elizabeth City State University is a very clean and friendly school and has approved alot since my last visit. The University allows you to embrace yourself and some of your hobbies. It has a great enivronment and the people make you feel welcomed.
Tips for prospective students
Tutoring is offered for every class so if you are weak in a area get help.
Study, Study, Study, Study
Focus on your work going to parties can wait
Dont be afraid to ask for help
Academic Rigor
The academic department is great when registration begans the counselor helps you personally. Elizabeth City State University offers you many majors and a varied of academic organizations. The counselors really make sure your making the right choice.
Dorm Life
The dorms are pretty nice and has a pretty nice size to it. The residence hall building it self is very presentable and safe. The rooms come with a mircowave and refrigator which is great because it allows you to save money on not buying those items.
Food and Dining
The Cafeteria is busy but the service is very quick and the staff are very courteous. The environment makes you feel like your eating dinner with your family at home. The food is hot and cooked very well and the lines seem to move quickly while waiting for your food.

What to do for fun
Their are alot of activites on campus to do such as bowling, gym and activity rooms in your residence halls. The gym is a place where a lot of students go to because of the workout equipment and the swimming pool. The bowling alley is another place where alot of students hang out because their the pool table , tvs, hockey table, computers etc.
Bang for the buck
Elizabeth City State University offers work study which helps students earn money while in college. This program allows you to work on campus and also gain an education. Work study is very flexible with work hours and with helping you find a job on campus.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Entering freshmens attend the Freshmen Convocation and Candlelighting Ceremony which takes place in September. This ceremony is inducted and welcoming freshmens to Elizabeth City State University its a great way for students to interactive with others. The book store is a location in which has alot of other activities and movement happpening all the time. It has various rooms in the building such as dance room, theater, meeting room, and Checkers.
Great for these types of students
Their is an activity and club for every type of person at Elizabeth City State University. This University makes sure that no student feels left out or out of place.
Clubs and Activities
For every major offered on campus their is numerous amounts of clubs for them to join. Most of the clubs on campus is opened to all students and require no fee to join. The clubs are between and middle to large group size which allows to you be social as well. The activities are always free and very fun. Activities hours are long and very flexible to your school schedule.
Greek Life
Greek life is one of the most important organizations at Elizabeth City State University because of the respect and interset the students have in joining. The sororities and fraternities have their own section within the university displaying they symbol of the sorority of fraternity their in. Many people respect them because they make the school look good but also brings a sense of pride to the school as well. Their is an no hazing policy which prevents the sorority of fraternity of performing an acts of abusive toward the pledgee. The sororities and fraternities are not hard to join and once you cross over you enter into a sisterhood and brotherhood no one can replace.
Campus Safety
The campus police are checking the premises ever hour on the hour. Their are lights placed around the buildings and residence hallls to ensure you know where your going and so others can see you as well. The police are at every party on campus to ensure no one gets hurt or no fights break out.

Kristoria from New Bern, NC

a current student here
1 person found this review useful
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In three sentences
Elizabeth City State University (ECSU) is one of the best schools in North Carolina. It is affordable. Your experience here is one that you will never forget!
Tips for prospective students
When beginning your adventure at Elizabeth City State University stay focus. Keep your mind on the reason you are attending college and don't stray from your path. Achieving your dream is the reason you chose to be in college, so make it happen
Academic Rigor
One of the recent focuses at ECSU is writing. The have a new system called QEP. All majors and professor focus on the quality of each students' writing skills.
Dorm Life
The dorm life at ECSU is what you make it. As a freshman you may not be able to stay in a Co-Ed dorm but it is for the best of you. The dorm life helped me to gain friendships and learn how to be independent. Majority of the dorms at ECSU supply you with a lounging area where meetings are held and or you can just talk to your friends. There are also computer labs that you can use to get your work completed. My dorm life experience was good.
Food and Dining
There is only one cafe located on ECSU's campus which is Bedell Cafeteria. There are four different sections of area you can choose from. The way food is served there is buffet-styled. The is also a Checkers located in the New Student Center. Students may use their Viking Bucks to purchase food from Checkers. Others may use cash or credit card.
What to do for fun
There are plenty of actiivities that take place at ECSU. There are events for all cultures, majors, and ages. To be informed of all the events that take place on campus, students should pay attention to the flyers and emails. There are activities like open mic night, talent shows, Lyceums, and etc. The amount of fun you can have at ECSU doesn't stop until you drop !
Bang for the buck
ECSU is one of the cheapest, most affordable universities located in North Carolina. Students that attend this university get what they pay for. There are a lot of opportunities at ECSU and they are provided for free.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
One of ECSU's unusual traditions is Vikingfest.Vikingfest takes place in the spring semester of each school year. During the week of Vikingfest there are numerous of activities for all ages. The are parties, concerts, and chances to win gas cards, gift cards, prize baskets, and money.
Great for these types of students
ECSU is great for students of all kind. Whatever you are trying to study, ECSU can start you on your way. ECSU focuses on the STEM (science,technology,engineering, and mathematics), pharmacy, and aviation majors heavily. ECSU has its own aviation program where you get the opportunity to fly ECSU's own airplane. The Pharmacy Dept is also connected with UNC-Chapel Hill
Clubs and Activities
There are numerous clubs and activities at ECSU. There are clubs and activities for all cultures. Whatever you enjoy doing, there is a club for you. There is poetry, modeling, writing, singing, dancing, community service, and etc.
Greek Life
The Greek life at ECSU is awesome. They have the Divine Nine. The Greeks all help make the school what it is and host a lot of events that take place on the campus. You can help Greeks with community service events. They always approach you with respect and give ECSU its' name when traveling off campus. Focus on your school work and then consider Greek life.
Campus Safety
The campus is secured by Elizabeth City State University Campus Police. There is a police station located on campus towards the entrance of the campus. They are traveling the yard at all times of the day and night. They can be seen on foot, scooters, cars, and or bicycles. Located by every building is a emergency help button which leads directly to the police department.