East Carolina University (ECU) is a public research university in Greenville, North Carolina, known for its strong programs in health sciences, engineering, and education. Founded in 1907, it is part of the University of North Carolina system and is designated as an R1 research institution, the highest level of research activity for universities in the U.S.. ECU offers a wide range of undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degrees, and its athletics teams are known as the Pirates.
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