Student Life at ECSU

New Student Orientation

 

Congratulations and welcome to Elizabeth City State University, home of the Mighty Vikings!

We are excited at the thought of having you join the ECSU family, and we look forward to serving you and your family members in the near future.  The first step in beginning your Viking Voyage is to attend one of our New Student and Family Viking Voyage Orientation (VVO) sessions. 

During VVO you will meet with academic advisors, register for classes, learn about campus resources, experience the ECSU Viking Pride Culture, make new friends, and so much more!  As you navigate the Viking Voyage and stay the course to becoming a Viking, don’t forget to:

  1. Activate your VikingOne (email) account, if you haven't already
  2. Register for Viking Voyage Orientation below.
  3. Complete the Admitted Student Checklist

 

Viking Voyage Orientation Sessions

 

 In-Person June 17-18, 2025

In-Person June 23-24, 2025

In-Person July 14-15, 2025

Register Here

Make sure to click on the correct date & session according to your student status. Please remember orientation is mandatory and fees are non-refundable.

 In-Person July 8, 2025

Register Here

Make sure to click on the correct date & session according to your student status. Please remember orientation is mandatory and fees are non-refundable.

 In-Person July 19, 2025

Register Here

Make sure to click on the correct date & session according to your student status. Please remember orientation is mandatory and fees are non-refundable.

Virtual July 16, 2025

Register Here

Make sure to click on the correct date & session according to your student status. Please remember orientation is mandatory and fees are non-refundable.

More information coming soon

One Day In-Person Transactional Days

April 23  Summer Session I & II

July 16, 2025 Summer Session II

Before the start of each semester, students are encouraged to come to campus to take care of essential tasks to ensure a smooth transition into the summer sessions and academic year. This includes finalizing registration, settling financial aid, securing housing, obtaining student IDs, and connecting with key campus resources. This period provides you with the opportunity to handle important business, ask questions, and prepare for a successful start to your classes.

FAQs

Orientation is required for all incoming students!

Orientation Fee Breakdown

 

Setting Up Your VikingOne Account

 As an ECSU student, you must setup your VikingOne password to access the following services: e-mail, university computers, Wi-Fi, Canvas, E4U, LinkedIn Learning, and Self-Service Banner (SSB).

  1. Locate the email from ECSU Division of Information Technology (DIT) that includes your Banner ID & ECSU Email address.
    From: (NoReply@ecsu.edu)  Subject: Your Elizabeth City State account is ready

  2. To get started, go to the Self-Service Password Portal to setup your VikingOne account password.
  3. Complete the requested information
  4. Check the box to receive a text message
  5. Click Submit
  6. Select where you want your pin sent (cell or email)
  7. Click Send Pin
  8. Enter the Pin Code to validate
  9. Click Validate
  10. Enter a New Password (see password requirements below)
  11. Re-type New Password
  12. Click Reset Password
  13. Click Exit
  14. Once you have setup your password, verify that you can access ECSU services, such as your ECSU-issued email account.

Password requirements:

  • Password Length: The minimum password length will be 15 characters.
  • Complexity Requirements: Passwords must contain a character from three of the following four categories:
  •     Uppercase letters
  •     Lowercase letters
  •     Base 10 digits (0 through 9)
  •     Non-alphanumeric characters: ~!@#$%^&*_-+=`|(){}[]:;"'<>,.?/
  •     Passwords cannot contain a 15-character dictionary word.


You will need to visit the Self-Service Password Portal to change your password:

  •  If it has been 365 days or more since you last changed your password
  • If you believe your password is known to anyone other than you
  • If you forgot your password

 

Reminders

  • Never share your password. DIT staff will never ask for your secret password.
  • Passwords will expire every 12 months. You will receive email reminders prior to expiration.
  • Please reach out to our Helpdesk at 252-335-3532 should you have any questions about your initial password setup. You must bring
    an ID card such as a driver’s license to verify your identity.
  •  E-mail regarding your classes, student information and bills will be sent to
    your student e-mail.
  • Contact our Helpdesk at 252-335-3532 if you have trouble logging into your E-mail with your VikingOne account.

 

New Student Orientation

Sha'Nyah Moore
Ridley Student Center, Suite 211

(252)384-1137
orientation@ecsu.edu