Elizabeth City State University
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. 54% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Elizabeth City State University is a public institution located in Elizabeth City, North Carolina with approximately 1,975 undergraduate students enrolled. Elizabeth City State University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 64%. The average net price after financial aid is $6,364 per year. The graduation rate is 44%, and the typical graduate earns $32,200 within 10 years of enrollment.
Elizabeth City State University (ECSU) is a public historically Black university in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. It enrolls nearly 2,500 students in 28 undergraduate programs and 4 graduate programs and is a member-school of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund and the University of North Carolina system.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $7,237/year after aid and only $12,656 in median debt at graduation, this is one of the most affordable four-year options you'll find, making it a serious consideration for cost-conscious students. However, the 48% graduation rate is a real concern — fewer than half of students who start here finish, which is worth asking the school about directly before committing. If you're drawn to a tight-knit HBCU community within the UNC system and have a clear plan to stay enrolled, the low financial risk makes it worth a closer look.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
SAT Scores
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 7% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,975 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Elizabeth City State University
1704 Weeksville Rd
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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