North Carolina needs teachers.
For over 115 years, ECU has been a leader in preparing outstanding educators. As a student in the ECU College of Education, you are part of a proud tradition and an ever-expanding family of teachers, principals and superintendents.
Be prepared to succeed.
NC Teaching Fellows Program
ECU is proud to once again serve as a partner institute for the North Carolina Teaching Fellows program! The program is a competitive, merit-based program offering teacher licensure in elementary education, special education and STEM education. The forgivable loan program offers up to $10,000 per year of tuition assistance for students who commit to teaching in a North Carolina public school. ECU Teaching Fellows will participate in the education community of scholars with an abundance of resources.
The College of Education Living-Learning Community is one of several residential learning programs at ECU. Education majors live together in a dedicated residence hall that provides encouragement, support and enrichment activities. Aspiring educators gain valuable support as they transition from high school to university life.
Education Community of Scholars volunteer in the Greenville community and beyond.
The Educators Hall of Fame has raised more than $700,000 toward a goal of $1 million for the college’s scholarship endowment.
College of Education undergraduate degrees:
- Elementary Education (K-6), BS
- Middle Grades Education, BS
- English, Secondary Education, BS
- History, Secondary Education, BS
- Mathematics, Secondary Education, BS
- Science Education, BS
- Special Education, Adapted Curriculum, BS
- Special Education, General Curriculum, BS
Elementary and Middle Grades Education
Students can obtain teaching licensure in elementary education and four content areas in middle grades education. The programs are committed to the preparation of teachers who are knowledgeable, reflective, technologically proficient, and skilled in meeting the needs of a diverse student population.
Literacy Studies, English Education, and History Education
Students can obtain teaching licensure in English education and history education for secondary schools and reading licensure for K-12 settings. These degree programs are designed to produce educators knowledgeable in classroom management and teaching methods in a specific subject.
Mathematics, Science and Instructional Technology
Are you ready for a rewarding career as a science or mathematics teacher? The department is a leader in the development of science, mathematics and technology integration at all academic levels, and our programs are widely recognized for their high quality and innovation in preparing students for this in-demand field.
The Center for STEM Education (C-STEM) at ECU provides experiences in science and mathematics education in an environment of multidisciplinary research. Here students are able to utilize cutting-edge technologies in a supportive environment.
Special Education, Foundations and Research
Are you ready to use your understanding and attentive nature as a special education teacher? Our combination of excellent classroom instruction and real-world experiences will prepare you to obtain teaching licensure in special education in a variety of disciplines: learning disabilities, behavioral/emotional disabilities, intellectual disabilities and low incidence disabilities.
Interdisciplinary Professions
ECU can prepare you for a career as a counselor, librarian or educational professional working in schools, adult/continuing education, higher education, vocational education and industry. Coursework and real, practical experiences will empower you to think critically and provide a strong foundation for success.
ECU graduates provide significant contributions to schools and communities of North Carolina and beyond.
Teaching is more than a simple skill; it is an art and a calling. Begin your journey to the classroom and all aspects of education at ECU.
ECU offers several undergraduate education degrees outside of the College of Education. Program highlights are listed through their associated colleges.
Other programs offered at ECU:
- Art Education BFA: College of Fine Arts and Communication
- Birth-Kindergarten Teacher Education: College of Health and Human Performance
- Family and Consumer Sciences Education: College of Health and Human Performance
- Foreign Language Education: Thomas Harriot College of Arts and Sciences
- Mathematics, BA, BS: Thomas Harriot College of Arts and Sciences
- Music Education, BM: College of Fine Arts and Communication
- Physical Education, BS : College of Health and Human Performance
- Theatre Arts Education: College of Fine Arts and Communication
Be a part of the long history of committed ECU educators who share their knowledge and skills to meet the needs of their communities.
At ECU, we are shaping an empowered future.
For information on your next steps, visit the Admissions website.
To learn more about the wide range of academic programs available at ECU, visit Degree Explorer.