Elevate your career with flexible, career-focused programs
Certificates & Non-Degree Programs
Earn a valuable credential in as little as 12–18 credit hours through flexible online and hybrid options built to fit your schedule.
Why ECSU Certificates?
Flexible Learning
Online and hybrid options designed for working professionals.
Career-Focused Programs
Gain practical, real-world training you can apply immediately.
Fast-Track Credentials
Complete in as few as 12–18 credit hours.
Stackable Pathways
Apply credits toward a degree program later.
Programs Overview
Explore certificate programs designed to help you build skills, pivot careers, or enhance your current profession.
How to Get Started
Applying as an online student at ECSU is simple.
- Step 1 — Complete Application
- Step 2 — Pay Application Fee
- Step 3 — Submit Transcripts
Submit your certificate application.
$30 non-refundable fee required.
Provide official high school (and college, if applicable) transcripts.
Note:
Current ECSU students can add a certificate to their existing degree path.
Cost & Financial Aid
ECSU is committed to making higher education accessible and affordable.
Tuition & Fees
Understand the estimated cost of attendance.
Scholarships
Discover merit-based and need-based opportunities.
Financial Aid
Complete FAFSA to explore federal and state aid options.
Online Learning Support
Even as an online student, you’ll have access to the same support systems that help ECSU Vikings succeed.
Services include:
- Academic advising
- Technical support
- Library access
- Career services
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- Office of Admissions
- 1704 Weeksville Road
- Elizabeth City, NC 27909
- 252-335-3305
- admissions@ecsu.edu
- Mon - Fri : 8:00 am - 5:00 pm





