Transfer Admitted Student Checklist
Now that you have been admitted, it is important to complete the steps for enrollment below in a timely manner so that you can register for classes as early as possible. The earlier you register for classes, the more course options will be available to you.
We also offer a personalized Admitted Student Checklist. Just complete the “Set up your PirateID and email” step below, and access the personalized checklist in PiratePort.
Set up your PirateID and email
Please log into the Navigator account you created when you submitted your application. There you will find your PirateID and email address. Then, activate your PirateID and create your secure passphrase. When activating, please be sure to enter your full student email address when prompted. When activating, please be sure to enter your full student email address when prompted. Need help? Find instructions on activating your PirateID.
Important Note: All official correspondence will take place via your ECU email address. This includes tuition and fee bills, financial aid information, and any messages from your academic advisor, academic department, and faculty. Please check it frequently.
After activating your Pirate ID, please find your Admitted Student Checklist in PiratePort. There you will find instructions on:
- Paying your enrollment deposit
- Submitting your Campus Living Housing Contract
- Signing up for orientation
- Applying for financial aid & scholarships
- Reviewing your transcript evaluation
- Registering for classes
- And more!
Pay your enrollment deposit
We’re thrilled you’ve decided to make East Carolina University your home! To join the ranks of Pirate Nation and secure your spot in our upcoming class, your first step is to submit your non-refundable $100 enrollment deposit. The priority enrollment deposit deadlines for transfers are in the table below. Note: You will receive a payment confirmation by email.
| Semester | Enrollment Deposit Deadline (Admitted Students Only) |
|---|---|
| Spring 2026 | January 2, 2026 |
| Summer 2026 | May 12, 2026 |
| Fall 2026 | July 31, 2026 |
Consult with academic advising and register for classes
For residential students, you will be able to access academic advising and register for classes once you register for Orientation. Orientation does not have to be completed to register for classes. It is important to complete course registration as soon as possible, as many classes fill up quickly. Below are the dates that course registration opens each term:
| Semester | Course Registration Opens |
|---|---|
| Spring 2026 | November 10, 2025 |
| Summer 2026 | March 30, 2026 |
| Fall 2026 | March 30, 2026 |
To schedule an appointment for academic advising, please use this Advising Contact List to contact the Advising Center for your intended academic program.
Transfer FAQs
Transfer Frequently Asked Questions >
Contacts to Know
| Office / Service | Phone Number(s) | Email(s) | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academic Advising – Advisor Contact List | |||
| Campus Living and Dining | 252-328-4663 | — | housing.ecu.edu |
| Cashier | 252-737-6886 | cashier@ecu.edu | cashier.ecu.edu |
| Disability Support Services | 252-737-1016 | DSSDept@ecu.edu | dss.ecu.edu |
| Financial Aid | 252-328-6610 | finaid@ecu.edu | financialaid.ecu.edu |
| Honors College | 252-328-6373 | honorscollege@ecu.edu | honors.ecu.edu |
| Office of Student Transitions | 252-328-4173 | orientation@ecu.edu | orientation.ecu.edu |
| Parking and Transportation | 252-328-6294 | parking@ecu.edu | parking.ecu.edu |
| Registrar | 252-328-6747 | regis@ecu.edu | registrar.ecu.edu |
| Student Health Services | 252-328-6841 | studentinsurance@ecu.edu, immunizations@ecu.edu | studenthealth.ecu.edu |
| Student Veteran Services | 252-737-6542 | vets@ecu.edu | mvrc.ecu.edu |
| University Scholarships | 252-328-5816 | scholarships@ecu.edu | scholarships.ecu.edu |