Through teaching, research, and community engagement, Elizabeth City State University provides a student-centered environment, delivered in a manner that enhances student learning, while preparing its graduates for leadership roles and lifelong learning. The University is also a leader in facilitating sustainable economic growth, while safeguarding the unique culture and natural resources of the region.
The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science offers a Master of Science Degree in Mathematics with Concentrations in Applied Mathematics, Remote Sensing, Mathematics Education, and Community College Teaching. The program provides a broad base of formal course work and research in mathematics, and it requires students to complete a thesis or action research project. The Applied Mathematics concentration provides the depth required for preparation for further graduate study or careers in industry. The Remote Sensing concentration provides instruction in active and passive remote sensing techniques and applications. In order to satisfy the thesis requirement, students may select expository or original research topics in mathematics education or in pure or applied mathematics, including investigations involving statistics or computer applications. Individuals pursuing the Mathematics Education concentration must have a current "A" teaching license issued by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. The Mathematics Education concentration instills the pedagogical content knowledge required for teaching at the secondary level. Graduates of the Mathematics Education concentration will emerge with an advanced "M" license and will be equipped with the tools necessary to serve as leaders in the evaluation of curricula and in the development and implementation of professional development programs. The Community College concentration provides the content and pedagogical knowledge necessary to teach at the community college level. Graduates will be well-versed in educational research methods and assessment techniques. The selection and completion of a thesis or action research topic will be overseen by a faculty advisor together with a thesis committee. A total of 36 credit hours is required to complete the degree. The program is designed for completion in four to six semesters, depending on whether or not students enroll full-time.
In-State Tuition: $15,189
Out of State Tuition: $73,967
Credits: 36
Completion: 24 months
GPA: 2.5
Letter of Recommendation: 3
Essay Required: Yes
Test Required: GRE/MAT Required
The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science offers a Master of Science Degree in Mathematics with Concentrations in Applied Mathematics, Remote Sensing, Mathematics Education, and Community College Teaching. The program provides a broad base of formal course work and research in mathematics, and it requires students to complete a thesis or action research project. The Applied Mathematics concentration provides the depth required for preparation for further graduate study or careers in industry. The Remote Sensing concentration provides instruction in active and passive remote sensing techniques and applications. In order to satisfy the thesis requirement, students may select expository or original research topics in mathematics education or in pure or applied mathematics, including investigations involving statistics or computer applications. Individuals pursuing the Mathematics Education concentration must have a current "A" teaching license issued by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. The Mathematics Education concentration instills the pedagogical content knowledge required for teaching at the secondary level. Graduates of the Mathematics Education concentration will emerge with an advanced "M" license and will be equipped with the tools necessary to serve as leaders in the evaluation of curricula and in the development and implementation of professional development programs. The Community College concentration provides the content and pedagogical knowledge necessary to teach at the community college level. Graduates will be well-versed in educational research methods and assessment techniques. The selection and completion of a thesis or action research topic will be overseen by a faculty advisor together with a thesis committee. A total of 36 credit hours is required to complete the degree. The program is designed for completion in four to six semesters, depending on whether or not students enroll full-time.
In-State Tuition: $15,189
Out of State Tuition: $73,967
Credits: 36
Completion: 24 months
GPA: 2.5
Letter of Recommendation: 3
Essay Required: Yes
Test Required: GRE/MAT Required
The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science offers a Master of Science Degree in Mathematics with Concentrations in Applied Mathematics, Remote Sensing, Mathematics Education, and Community College Teaching. The program provides a broad base of formal course work and research in mathematics, and it requires students to complete a thesis or action research project. The Applied Mathematics concentration provides the depth required for preparation for further graduate study or careers in industry. The Remote Sensing concentration provides instruction in active and passive remote sensing techniques and applications. In order to satisfy the thesis requirement, students may select expository or original research topics in mathematics education or in pure or applied mathematics, including investigations involving statistics or computer applications. Individuals pursuing the Mathematics Education concentration must have a current "A" teaching license issued by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. The Mathematics Education concentration instills the pedagogical content knowledge required for teaching at the secondary level. Graduates of the Mathematics Education concentration will emerge with an advanced "M" license and will be equipped with the tools necessary to serve as leaders in the evaluation of curricula and in the development and implementation of professional development programs. The Community College concentration provides the content and pedagogical knowledge necessary to teach at the community college level. Graduates will be well-versed in educational research methods and assessment techniques. The selection and completion of a thesis or action research topic will be overseen by a faculty advisor together with a thesis committee. A total of 36 credit hours is required to complete the degree. The program is designed for completion in four to six semesters, depending on whether or not students enroll full-time.
In-State Tuition: $15,189
Out of State Tuition: $73,967
Credits: 36
Completion: 24 months
GPA: 2.5
Letter of Recommendation: 3
Essay Required: Yes
Test Required: GRE/MAT Required
The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science offers a Master of Science Degree in Mathematics with Concentrations in Applied Mathematics, Remote Sensing, Mathematics Education, and Community College Teaching. The program provides a broad base of formal course work and research in mathematics, and it requires students to complete a thesis or action research project. The Applied Mathematics concentration provides the depth required for preparation for further graduate study or careers in industry. The Remote Sensing concentration provides instruction in active and passive remote sensing techniques and applications. In order to satisfy the thesis requirement, students may select expository or original research topics in mathematics education or in pure or applied mathematics, including investigations involving statistics or computer applications. Individuals pursuing the Mathematics Education concentration must have a current "A" teaching license issued by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. The Mathematics Education concentration instills the pedagogical content knowledge required for teaching at the secondary level. Graduates of the Mathematics Education concentration will emerge with an advanced "M" license and will be equipped with the tools necessary to serve as leaders in the evaluation of curricula and in the development and implementation of professional development programs. The Community College concentration provides the content and pedagogical knowledge necessary to teach at the community college level. Graduates will be well-versed in educational research methods and assessment techniques. The selection and completion of a thesis or action research topic will be overseen by a faculty advisor together with a thesis committee. A total of 36 credit hours is required to complete the degree. The program is designed for completion in four to six semesters, depending on whether or not students enroll full-time.
In-State Tuition: $15,189
Out of State Tuition: $73,967
Credits: 36
Completion: 24 months
GPA: 2.5
Letter of Recommendation: 3
Essay Required: Yes
Test Required: GRE/MAT Required
The Department of Natural Sciences, Pharmacy and Health Professions offers a Master of Science Degree in Biology with a focus on Biological Sciences and Biology Education. The program provides opportunities for advanced study in the biological sciences and to pursue research investigations in specialized areas of interest or further preparation in public school education. The broad base of formal coursework and research in the life sciences will provide the depth required for further graduate study or for careers in industry, government, community college teaching, or public school instruction. A thesis is required for the successful completion of the Master of Science degree in the Biology - Biological Sciences track and an action research project must be completed for the Master of Science in Biology - Biology Education track. The thesis or action research project is developed and completed under the guidance of a faculty advisor and both are defended and approved as a requirement for graduation.
In-State Tuition: $15,189
Out of State Tuition: $73,967
Credits: 36
Completion: 24 months
GPA: 2.5
Letter of Recommendation: 3
Essay Required: Yes
Test Required: GRE/MCAT/DAT Required
The Department of Natural Sciences, Pharmacy and Health Professions offers a Master of Science Degree in Biology with a focus on Biological Sciences and Biology Education. The program provides opportunities for advanced study in the biological sciences and to pursue research investigations in specialized areas of interest or further preparation in public school education. The broad base of formal coursework and research in the life sciences will provide the depth required for further graduate study or for careers in industry, government, community college teaching, or public school instruction. A thesis is required for the successful completion of the Master of Science degree in the Biology - Biological Sciences track and an action research project must be completed for the Master of Science in Biology - Biology Education track. The thesis or action research project is developed and completed under the guidance of a faculty advisor and both are defended and approved as a requirement for graduation.
In-State Tuition: $15,189
Out of State Tuition: $73,967
Credits: 36
Completion: 24 months
GPA: 2.5
Letter of Recommendation: 3
Essay Required: Yes
Test Required: GRE/MCAT/DAT Required
The Department of Education, Psychology and Health offers the Master of School Administration (MSA) degree. The Master of School Administration Program is interdisciplinary in scope and offers students both full-time (accelerated) and extended-time (regular) options. This program of study closely links theory to practice in ways that enrich candidates, local educational agencies, and regional, national, and global communities.
In-State Tuition: $15,189
Out of State Tuition: $73,967
Credits: 36
Completion: 24 months
GPA: 2.5
Letter of Recommendation: 3
Essay Required: Yes
Test Required: GRE/MAT Required
The Department of Education, Psychology and Health offers the Master of Education degree in Elementary Education. The primary goal is to ensure that teachers, through continuous decision making, become effective collaborators and leaders. The program’s focus is to fully implement national standards for teachers, including the North Carolina Standards for Graduate Teacher Candidates. Merging these standards results in high quality education for P-12 students.
In-State Tuition: $15,189
Out of State Tuition: $73,967
Credits: 36
Completion: 24 months
GPA: 2.5
Letter of Recommendation: 3
Essay Required: Yes
Test Required: GRE/MAT Required
Our Master of Education in Elementary Education degree program consists of thirty-six (36) credit hours, minimum, which includes a culminating action research project. As identified in our unit's conceptual framework, the Teacher Education Program at Elizabeth City State University represents the knowledge, skills, and dispositions that we believe to be essential for effective teaching and decision making, attained through a collaborative relationship between the University, the Local Education Agency, the Community, and Family.
In-State Tuition: $5,940
Out of State Tuition: $28,980
Credits: 36
Completion: 24 months
GPA: 2.5
Letter of Recommendation: 3
Essay Required: No
Test Required: GRE/GMAT Required
The mission of the Social Work Program is to prepare students to be competent, effective, and professional generalist social work practitioners at the entry level with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Special attention is given to the needs of rural and developing communities and guided by a person-in-environment construct in a global perspective.
In-State Tuition: $15,000
Out of State Tuition: $75,000
Credits: 120
Completion: 48 months
GPA: 2.5
Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
Essay Required: Check with University
Test Required: ACT/SAT Required
The mission of the BS in Sport Management is to prepare students to be competitive in the field of Sports Management by providing them with a core foundation in sport management, marketing, and communication.
In-State Tuition: $15,000
Out of State Tuition: $75,000
Credits: 120
Completion: 48 months
GPA: 2.5
Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
Essay Required: Check with University
Test Required: ACT/SAT Required
The mission of the BS in Sport Management is to prepare students to be competitive in the field of Sports Management by providing them with a core foundation in sport management, marketing, and communication.
In-State Tuition: $15,000
Out of State Tuition: $75,000
Credits: 120
Completion: 48 months
GPA: 2.5
Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
Essay Required: Check with University
Test Required: ACT/SAT Required
The mission of the BS in Sport Management is to prepare students to be competitive in the field of Sports Management by providing them with a core foundation in sport management, marketing, and communication.
In-State Tuition: $15,000
Out of State Tuition: $75,000
Credits: 120
Completion: 48 months
GPA: 2.5
Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
Essay Required: Check with University
Test Required: ACT/SAT Required
The mission of the Special Education Program is to prepare candidates to teach students with disabilities. The program assists candidates to acquire the knowledge, skills, and dispositions they will need to be effective teachers, collaborators, and advocators. Emphasis is placed on the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse learners.
In-State Tuition: $15,000
Out of State Tuition: $75,000
Credits: 120
Completion: 48 months
GPA: 2.5
Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
Essay Required: Check with University
Test Required: ACT/SAT Required
The mission of the Special Education Program is to prepare candidates to teach students with disabilities. The program assists candidates to acquire the knowledge, skills, and dispositions they will need to be effective teachers, collaborators, and advocators. Emphasis is placed on the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse learners.
In-State Tuition: $15,000
Out of State Tuition: $75,000
Credits: 120
Completion: 48 months
GPA: 2.5
Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
Essay Required: Check with University
Test Required: ACT/SAT Required
The degree of Bachelor of Science with a major in psychology shall be conferred upon students who complete major requirements as indicated in the curriculum plan for those majoring in psychology. It should be noted that both the Major and the Minor (for majors in any discipline) are offered in psychology. Each student pursuing the Psychology Major is encouraged to declare a Minor (any field other than Psychology) as the first-time seeker of the baccalaureate degree. The appropriate course sequence along with curriculum-guide summaries appear below.
In-State Tuition: $15,000
Out of State Tuition: $75,000
Credits: 120
Completion: 48 months
GPA: 2.5
Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
Essay Required: Check with University
Test Required: ACT/SAT Required
The mission of the undergraduate program in mathematics is to equip our students with analytical, logical, and problem solving skills necessary to effectively solve and communicate mathematics. We prepare our majors to apply their knowledge in advance degree programs and careers requiring expertise in mathematics.
In-State Tuition: $15,000
Out of State Tuition: $75,000
Credits: 120
Completion: 48 months
GPA: 2.5
Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
Essay Required: Check with University
Test Required: ACT/SAT Required
The Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (BSPS) is a four-year undergraduate program. The pharmaceutical sciences combine a broad range of scientific disciplines that are critical to development and discovery of new drugs and therapies. The degree is designed for students who intend to pursue careers in the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology industry, biomedical industry, pharmaceutical sales, pharmacy, and health care administration. The degree is also well-suited for students who wish to obtain advanced graduate or professional education to further expand their career opportunities in the pharmaceutical and healthcare arena.
In-State Tuition: $15,000
Out of State Tuition: $75,000
Credits: 120
Completion: 48 months
GPA: 2.5
Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
Essay Required: Check with University
Test Required: ACT/SAT Required
Through teaching, research, and community engagement, Elizabeth City State University provides a student-centered environment, delivered in a manner that enhances student learning, while preparing its graduates for leadership roles and lifelong learning. The University is also a leader in facilitating sustainable economic growth, while safeguarding the unique culture and natural resources of the region.
Vision
ECSU, a constituent institution of the University of North Carolina, will be the premier public institution serving northeastern North Carolina, providing affordable academic programs and services of exceptional caliber in a nurturing environment. The university will attract and retain a diverse and highly qualified faculty that will educate and lead our students to become productive members of a global and increasingly interdependent society. ECSU will continue to be a leading partner in enhancing educational and cultural opportunities and improving the economic strength in the region.
Ranking
Not Ranked / HBCU #28
Online/On-Campus
6/67
Student--Faculty Ratio
16
1
Inclusivity
Veteran Friendly
Greek Organizations
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority
Iota Phi Theta
Athletics
Conference: Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Tuition $15,189
Degree Master
Modality On-campus