Free Application Week 2024

ECU is excited to offer a free application week September 23-27! Freshmen and transfers who apply via the ECU application, the Common App, or CFNC will automatically receive a waived application fee.

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Below is additional information regarding free app week:

When will free application week happen?

• Monday, September 23^th through Friday, September 27^th
• This opportunity will close at 11:59 pm on Friday, September 27^th.
• The Honors College deadline is October 15. Apply now to allow time to be admitted and invited to complete the Honors College application if qualified.

How do I apply?

• Freshmen can apply using the ECU Application via their Navigator Portal or the Common App. North Carolina freshmen can also apply via CFNC.
• Transfer students should apply using the ECU Application via their Navigator Portal.
• ECU website application instructions:
  • Create an account or log in if you already have an account with us. Then click “Start New Application” to begin your application.
• Common App instructions:
  • Start the Common App and then click “Apply for first-year”
• CFNC instructions:
  • Begin your college application with CFNC by first going to the Application Hub on CFNC.org.
  • Use the “Show Campus” button immediately to the right of the “Start an application” paragraph.
  • Once you have found and selected ECU from the college list, select the appropriate application and click the “Apply” button immediately to the right of the selected application name.

What if I am interested in ECU’s Honors College?

Students who are interested in the Honors College are strongly encouraged to take advantage of the September 23-27 free application week. The October CFNC Free App Week will be too late to apply by the Honors College deadline.

Do I need to submit a fee waiver?

Your application fee will be waived automatically if you apply via our website, the Common App, or CFNC during the week of September 23^th through September 27^th. It’s on us!

Is ECU participating in CFNC’s Free App Week this year?

Yes, ECU will also participate in CFNC’s Free App Week October 21-27. During this week, students will be able to apply for free to ECU. Note: students interested in the Honors College must apply by October 15th.

When will I be notified of my admissions decision?

Once all documents have been received for a student’s application, we will begin your application review. We ask that you be patient during this time as processing may take longer due to an increased number of applications. Turnaround time may be up to 6 weeks.

What applications are currently open?

• Freshmen:
  • Spring 2025 and Fall 2025
• Transfers:
  • Spring, Summer and Fall 2025

When is the scholarship deadline?

Visit our scholarship page to learn more about the opportunities offered to you. Apply no later than December 15 in order to be admitted in time to apply for most scholarships by the January 15 deadline.