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Question #1: What are the requirements for entering and matriculating toward a degree?

Question #2: Are internships available to students who would like to get practical experience in the world of work?

Question #3: Is your department involved in Community Projects?

Question #4: Will I be qualified to enter Graduate or Professional School upon my graduation from the program?

Question #5: What can I do if I choose not to go to graduate or professional school?

Question #6: How much does it cost to attend ECSU and where can I find financial help?

Question #7: Who are on the Social Science Faculty?

Question #1

The Social Sciences Department is open to all students who desire to work toward a degree in one of its programs.  However, the student must first meet the Minimum Admission Requirements (MAR) of the University of North Carolina if he/she is a freshman or satisfy all entrance requirements set by Elizabeth City State University.  Once admitted the student is required to complete the General Studies Requirements or course work equivalent to those required in the General Basic Studies Program.

                 General Education Requirement

Each student entering the major must complete a minimum of 43 hours of general education courses.  The division of General Studies is the lower division of the University, or approximately the first two years of matriculation, and is responsible for administering the general education program at the University.  Its aim is to assure that the curriculums of all students regardless of major include a specified number of general education courses which are designed to provide fundamental knowledge and skills, a broad liberal arts and cultural education, and meet the requirements for entering one of the twelve academic units offering degree granting programs.

Once a student declares one of the programs within the Social Sciences Department he/she is assigned to a Social Science advisor who meets with the student periodically to examine his/her academic progress and to give advice on matters concerning the student’s status at the University.

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Question #2

 Students pursuing the B.A. degree in Sociology/Social Work Curriculum, the B.S. degree in Criminal Justice and Public Administration concentration will be required to do an internship which is designed to gain practical experience about their chosen field.  The student must have a minimum grade point average of 2.00 and obtain approval from their field supervisor and campus supervisor.  A limited number of interns may be available through the offices of Career Planning and Placement and International Studies. Back to Top
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Question #3

Social Sciences students are involved in many community projects.  Each year Social Science clubs collect food items during November and December to donate to the needy families and or the local food bank.  Students actively participate in community service through their intern placement.  The following is a list of agencies where students either volunteer services or serve as interns:

Elizabeth City Boys & Girls Club
Elizabeth City Girls Club
Albemarle Child Support Agency
H. L. Trigg Alternative School
Pasquotank County Sheriffs Department
Economic Improvement Council
District Attorney’s Office
Social Services
Voter Registration Drives
Panel discussions on important Public Issues
Charity Work
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Question #4

Each year a number of students make application and are accepted into graduate and professional schools.  Each curriculum in the Social Science program is designed to give students an in-depth knowledge of the course.  It is the student’s responsibility to take advantage of the course offerings and work toward an overall GPA that is suitable for graduate school. Back to Top
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Question #5

 Jobs with a Bachelor Degree qualifies students to work in:

Criminal Justice Careers

Probation Officer    Drug Abuse Counselor
Police Officer     Parole Officer
State Bureau of Investigation   Magistrate
Federal Bureau of Investigation  Correctional Counselor
Highway Patrol    Sheriff
Correctional Officer    Boarder Patrol
Group Homes     US Customs
US Marshal Service    US Secret Service
Private Security

History

Teach in Public Schools
Historian at a Museum, Historic Site, Archives, Business and Industry
State Government
Federal Government
Management

Political Science

Government Jobs

Sociology

Government
Business - Management Trainee
Social Services - Management
Non-profit agencies
Counseling
Law Enforcement, Corrections
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Question #6

Fixed charges for tuition and fees are kept to a minimum.  Every application must be
accompanied by a non-refundable deposit of $15.00 in the form of a cashiers check or money
order.  Accepted students must submit a deposit of $50.00 in the form of a cashiers check,
certified check or money order within three weeks after receiving their certification of
acceptance.  This fee is held on deposit with the University as liability coverage for incidental
expenses or damages incurred by the student and left unpaid.  For potential students, the fee is
refundable upon written notification by May 1st, that the student will not attend Elizabeth City
State University; or within three weeks if accepted after May 1st. Tuition and fee schedules may be furnished upon request by the Office of Business and Finance.

Financial Aid

The Financial Aid Program is designed to assist students and their parents in financing the cost of
the student’s education.  Students who are enrolled or accepted for enrollment, and are citizens or
permanent residents of the United States are eligible to apply for financial aid.  Following is a list
of assistance available to eligible students:

The Pell Grant
The Supplement Educational Opportunity Grant
The Minority Presence Grant
North Carolina Non-Service Scholarships
Vocational Rehabilitation Grants
Veterans and War Orphans Grants
The American Indian Student Legislative Grant
ECSU Incentive Scholarship
Dr. A.P. and Frances Dickson Scholarship
James Lee Love Scholarship
The Perkins Loan
The Federal Direct Stafford Loan
The Prospective Teachers Scholarship/Loan
The College Work-Study Program

*Inquiries about tuition and financial aid: write or call

Vice Chancellor for Fiscal Affairs    Director of Financial Aid
(919) 335-3220      (919) 335-3283
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Question #7