For Parents
Choosing a college is an important step in your student’s life. This process can be exciting but daunting. We want you and your student to feel supported throughout this exploration. ECU provides resources for your student’s growth, safety and success. This page provides information that will help during this transition to university life.
Your Student’s Connection to ECU
If your student is interested in learning more about ECU, encourage them to fill out our Request Info form. They’ll receive information about ECU and the latest updates on all things admissions, including:
- Admissions events
- Upcoming deadlines
- Info pertaining to their specific academic interests
- Find your Admissions Counselor
- And more!
Come Visit Us
There is no better way for you and your student to get a feel for East Carolina University than to spend some time on our campus. We invite you to visit us in Greenville, North Carolina to take part in a walking tour of our beautiful campus, led by one of our student tour guides. Or explore campus on your own using our self-guided tour.
Our fall Open House is a great way to explore all that ECU has to offer. During Open House you will: learn about our academic programs, visit several different styles of residence halls, explore the array of student activities and services available, meet with current students, take a tour of campus, and hear from the faculty and staff who will work with your student throughout their time at ECU.
If you cannot make it to our campus, we will do our best to bring ECU to you through our fall and spring recruitment travel. Our counselors visit hundreds of high schools and participate in dozens of college fairs each year. You can also explore our campus from the comfort of home with our virtual tour.
ECU Parent Services
Our Parent and Family Programs staff are here to help you connect with all of the resources available to the parents of ECU students. Special informative programs for parents are offered during orientation week and parents’ weekend.
As the parent of a prospective student, we encourage you to sign up for the ECU Parent and Family Portal. It is your one-stop shop for remaining informed and engaged with ECU! The portal provides parents with an online experience they can personalize, including:
- Automated and fully personalized newsletters
- Email announcements from ECU
- Access to your student’s information
- Communities based on your interests
Join the Parent & Family Portal
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