What to Know About Tuition & Fees
Get a good understanding of the tuition charges associated with East Carolina University in order to plan successfully for the next 4-6 years. Check out the figures following to understand how East Carolina University's cost compares to other colleges and if you should prepare for tuition increases.
How Does East Carolina University Contrast With Other Schools?
The following table outlines how ECU measures up to other schools nationally, regionally and by state.
| Nationwide | Southeast | North Carolina | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | Above Average | Above Average | Average |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Below Average |
In-State Tuition Offered
ECU fees and tuition is dramatically lowered for residents of North Carolina. For in-state students, tuition and fees is set at $6,997 for the 2016 - 2017 year, 69.5% off the price charged to out-of-state students. Tuition is $4,365 and fees $2,632.
ECU out-of-state undergrads paid $22,955 in tuition and fees in 2016 - 2017. $2,632 was charged for fees, and $20,323 was tuition.
The following table outlines the costs explained above for the 2016 - 2017 academic year.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State | $20,323 | $2,632 | $22,955 |
| In-State | $4,365 | $2,632 | $6,997 |
Check out the Part Time Tuition & Fees page for details.
Tuition and Fees Projection
East Carolina University tuition and fees for out-of-state students grew at an average annual rate of 3.8% in the last 5 years. In the same time period, tuition grew by 3.0% and fees grew by 4.7%. Due to this, we estimate the cost of tuition and fees for this year will total $23,830.
For a two-year degree, we estimate tuition and fees will be $48,567 and $100,905 for a four-year degree. Remember, this does not include additional costs including room and board, transportation, and books.
The following chart shows projected future tuition and fees which includes residence based discounts for undergrads at ECU.
At a lot of schools you'll end up paying more for your last year of college than you will in your first. This is due to yearly price increases. It pays to be aware!
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