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East Carolina University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores

East Carolina University admits about 89.2% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1070–1240 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 21–26 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.

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Acceptance rate 89.2%
SAT range 1070-1240
Net price $16,880
Graduation rate 63.4%

East Carolina University At a Glance

LocationGreenville, North Carolina
TypePublic
Undergraduate Enrollment19,896
Acceptance Rate89.2%
SAT Range (Reading & Writing)540-630
SAT Range (Math)530-610
SAT Range (Combined, approx.)1070-1240
Average SAT (Combined)1180
ACT Range21-26
Average Net Price$16,880/yr
Tuition (In-State)$7,438/yr
Tuition (Out-of-State)$23,715/yr
4-Year Graduation Rate63.4%
Full-Time Retention Rate82.7%
Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry$60,387
Median Debt at Completion$20,500

How East Carolina University Compares

East Carolina University is more selective than about 23% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.

With about 19,896 students, it is larger than about 63% of the 265 schools in this list.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Carolina University's acceptance rate?

East Carolina University's acceptance rate is about 89.2%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What SAT score do you need for East Carolina University?

Admitted students at East Carolina University typically report a combined SAT score between 1070 and 1240 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).

Does East Carolina University require the SAT?

Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check East Carolina University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.

What is the average cost of East Carolina University?

The average net price reported for East Carolina University is $16,880 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect the most recent data available via the College Scorecard API — see also East Carolina University's official site.