East Carolina University has been a leader in distance education in North Carolina for decades. ECU recognized the potential of online learning and was one of the first universities in the nation to offer degrees over the internet. ECU currently offers over 150 degrees and certificate programs online in fields such as business, education, health care, and technology, among others.
East Carolina University’s online distance education programs (ECU Online) provide students with continuous access to course materials. The courses within each program are thoughtfully designed to prioritize student needs, emphasizing active participation and academic success.
Distance Education Students
Distance education is ideal for those concerned about balancing the rigors of an academic workload with employment or family obligations.
These courses are typically delivered using learning management systems or equivalent. Instructors and students communicate via a variety of virtual communication methods, which may include synchronous class meetings.
Distance education offers students independence and flexibility, while also providing mentorship traditionally associated with university instruction. Students opting to complete their degree online help strengthen their self-discipline, organization, and time management skills. The same amount of effort and participation is required for online and on-campus instruction.
Information about the distance education programs offered at ECU can be found on the ECU Online website. Helpful links to information regarding admission, registration, tuition, and financial aid may also be found there. Academic regulations and policies, university calendars, and student services described in this catalog are applicable to all students, except where otherwise indicated. All students are required to have access to a computer. Some departments may require specific types (see Student Computer Requirements for details).
ECU Online Learner Advocates are available to assist all distance education students, providing access to ECU resources without having to come to campus. A single point of contact to help students is available by emailing onlineservices@ecu.edu or calling 1-800-398-9275.
Students enrolled in online distance education classes through ECU are responsible for purchasing the required proctoring equipment and for payment of any online proctoring fees. Proctoring fees and equipment requirements can vary based on program and/or course. Students should check with program areas to learn about specific requirements. There may be additional fees associated with online and face to face courses for verification of student identity and integrity for proctored examinations. The systems used for verification of student identity and integrity for proctored examinations may require the use of webcams, audio, recording of the computer screen and the student, capturing of other personal information, such as student identification cards, and the storing of this collected data for review of security and integrity of the examinations(s). As part of the exam experience, the student may be asked to comply with reasonable proctoring methods, including a scan of computer monitors and the immediate desktop testing area with your webcam. By registering for courses, the student is consenting to the use of these systems and the collection of this personal information for the purpose of proctoring and maintaining the integrity of university examinations.
The following programs allow students with college credit to complete the last half of their degrees online. Applicable program concentrations are italicized. For more information, visit www.online.ecu.edu or email onlineservices@ecu.edu.
- Business
- Clinical Laboratory Science, BS MLT to MLS Option
- Communication, BS Communication and Media
- Criminal Justice, BS ♦
- Education
- Birth-Kindergarten Teacher Education, BS
- Family and Consumer Sciences Education, BS
- Partnership Teach* Elementary Education, BS , Middle Grades Education, BS , Special Education, Adapted Curriculum, BS , Special Education, General Curriculum, BS
- Family and Community Services, BS
- Health Information Management, BS
- Health Services Management, BS
- Hospitality Management, BS
- Distribution and Logistics, BS
- Industrial Technology, BS Bioprocess Manufacturing, Distribution and Logistics, Health Information Technologies, Industrial Engineering Technology, Industrial Management, Information and Cybersecurity Technology
- Information and Cybersecurity Technology, BS ♦ Cybersecurity
- Nursing, BSN BSN RN to BSN Nursing Option
- Psychology, BA ♦
- Rehabilitation Services, BS
- Security Studies, BS ♦
- University Studies, BS **
* This partnership is a degree completion model designed for students transferring from a North Carolina community college. Interested students should contact the regional coordinator for their area to learn about specific application deadlines and requirements prior to applying to ECU. For more information, visit https://education.ecu.edu/partnership/.
** This is a tailored, interdisciplinary degree program.
♦ ECU Online: Flight Path Programs are built for nontraditional learners who want a fully online, flexible, condensed structure that offers personalized support and multiple term starts to help balance life, work and education. For more information, visit https://onlineprograms.ecu.edu.
The following undergraduate certificates have been approved to be offered online. Check with the departments offering certificates to check on availability of delivery methods by academic year and semester.
The following minors are offered online. Check with the departments offering minors to check on availability of delivery methods by academic year and semester.
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