Find Your Program

ECU offers over 70 master’s degrees, 2 intermediate programs, and over 60 graduate certificates. We offer 13 research doctorates , 6 first-professional programs (AuD, MD, DMD, DNP, DPT, EdD) and are classified among the Doctoral/Research Universities by the Carnegie Foundation. If you would like to request more information about the program you are interested in, please contact us using our Inquiry Form. Applications for future terms are generally made available to the public 10-11 months prior to the program’s specific deadline. If you are from out-of-state, please read our information on professional licensure and state authorization. Also please visit the Admissions page before applying.

Program Deadlines

  • Priority Deadlines – primary date that programs use to begin reviewing applications and used by some programs where funding is often associated with an offer of admission. Applicants who submit and complete their application by a priority deadline are considered for financial awards prior to those who submit after the priority deadline.
  • Graduate School – this is the standard deadline used to accept applications. NOTE: Some programs may adhere to their Priority Deadline only. Please contact your program of interest to confirm the application deadline they prefer.
  • International Students – there is no set deadline but students should allow an additional one (1) to two (2) months prior to the listed deadlines for processing of VISA or other required paperwork.

Click Here for the Programs that Do Not Require a Standardized Test

Some programs require the GRE as a test requirement. ETS provides a GRE Fee Reduction Program for individuals with demonstrated financial need and for national programs supporting underrepresented groups. Those who receive a fee voucher also receive free access to some test preparation materials.

Graduate School Search Workbook
The Office of Graduate Admissions at East Carolina University cares about assisting you with continuing your educational journey. We created this form as a tool for prospective students to use as they research ECU programs or even programs at other institutions. We believe making an informed, research based decision on where to attend graduate school is crucial to your success. While we hope ECU is one of the schools in your list, please use this form if it will help you explore graduate programs of interest. Access the Graduate School Search Workbook as many times as you would like during your search process!