Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can any college student take summer classes at Elizabeth City State University   (ECSU)?

A. Yes. ECSU and Non-ECSU students are eligible to take classes during all summer school sessions.   Non-ECSU students must apply for admission to ECSU using the online application. The application fee is $30.

Q. I'm a visiting student. How do I apply to take courses in the summer session(s)?

A.   You will need to do the following:

1. Identify the course(s) you wish to take and obtain the necessary transient study permission from your school.
2. Complete the online Admissions Application at:  www.ecsu.edu/admissions/apply_online.html
3. On the application, choose Summer 2021 for the Entering Term and Year, and select Transient for the Entering Status.
4. Once you submit your application, fax your Institution's approval of your transient study to the Admissions Office at 252-335-3537 or you may mail it with the required application fee.

Q. Once I register for a course, can it be cancelled?

A.   Yes. Undergraduate courses with fewer than 13 students and graduate courses with fewer than eight (8) students are subject to cancellation.  Please consult with the academic department and/or the Summer School Office if you have concerns about whether or not your course will be cancelled. 

Q. I applied for undergraduate admission so I could enroll in the Summer Session. How do I determine the status of my application?

A.  Please contact the Office of Admission and Recruitment at (252) 335-3305.

Q. Where can I find information about tuition and financial aid?

A.   Please see the following links: Tuition and Fees and Office of Financial Aid.

Q.  How many classes can I take during Summer School?

A.    A student can pursue a maximum twelve (12) total credit hours over the course of the summer sessions.
        Students may enroll in a maximum of six (6) credit hours in a single session.

Q. When can I begin registering for Summer School classes?

A.   Registration for the 8-week and the First 5-week will be from April 6, 2021 - May 18, 2021.
        Registration for the Second 5-week Sessions registration will be from April 6, 2021 – June 26, 2021

Q. When is the deadline to pay my tuition for session?

A.   Your bill must be paid by May 07, 2021 for the First 5 week and 8-week sessions. 
        Your bill must be paid by June 16, 2021 for the Second 5 week session.
        For any students registering after classes begin, payment is due upon receipt.

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