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ACCEPTANCE RATE

65.63%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

99%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

16:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

12

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$9,250

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Sociology Program

The sociology program at Elizabeth City State University prepares students for careers in defense, social service, schools, software, publishing, and social work in local health agencies, government, and private corporations. The program focuses on the study of human social institutions and social relationships. Program courses include: social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance and control, social institutions, and social problems. Get more details below including other North Carolina colleges that offer sociology program.

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Elizabeth City State University (ECSU)

2009 W Wilson St, Tarboro, NC

ECSU is a public historically black institution located in Elizabeth City, NC. A majority of historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. Elizabeth City State University has a yearly student enrollment of about three thousand.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs ECSU offers:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Security And Protective Services
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • Education
  • Public Administration And Social Services

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. Very common scores among students accepted to Elizabeth City State University are in the range of 15 - 18 on the ACT, or 1100 - 1350 for the SAT exam. An estimated 70 percent of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 35 percent of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at ecsu.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay around $4,200, while out-of-state residents pay $15,000 per year. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $5,300. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Elizabeth City State University is the "Vikings", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Available sports offered:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division II)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division II)
  • Football (NCAA Division II)
  • Golf (NCAA Division II)

Students who wish to learn more about Elizabeth City State University may visit their website at http://www.ecsu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Sociology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Elizabeth City State University offers a bachelor's degree program in sociology.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male2
Female4

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black6

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Sociology program at Elizabeth City State University, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Sociologists

Description

Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sociologists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.7% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give you an idea of the students ECSU accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, Elizabeth City State University may offer services to students including:

  • Distance learning
  • Weekend and night classes available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Assistance to find work

Intercollegiate Athletics

ECSU is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Basketball (Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc)
  • Football (Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc)
  • Golf
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Bowling