At The ECU/NC State Collaborative, we offer a range of educational pathways designed to expand access to learning and support student success in eastern North Carolina. Our programs include K-12 outreach and summer camps, undergraduate degrees, master’s and doctoral pathways and academic certificate options — all delivered through partnerships with East Carolina University and North Carolina State University. From younger learners to supporting advanced professional growth, our collaborative programs help connect you to quality education and meaningful opportunities.

K-12 Summer Camps

Our K-12 Summer Camps at The ECU/NC State Collaborative bring fun, hands-on learning to young students across eastern North Carolina. Designed for a variety of interests — from science, math, and data to veterinary careers and financial literacy — these week-long day camps let kids and teens explore new subjects, build real skills and spark curiosity in supportive, engaging settings. Many camps are free or discounted for students from our nine-county service area, helping make quality enrichment accessible for all.

Online Degree Programs

At The ECU/NC State Collaborative, we connect learners with a wide range of undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral pathways through online and distance education options from both East Carolina University and North Carolina State University. Undergraduate offerings help adult learners and transfer students advance their education, while graduate programs offer flexible master’s and doctoral programs designed for career growth, leadership development and advanced scholarship. These programs bring university-level learning directly to eastern North Carolina, expanding access to quality higher education and helping students achieve their academic and professional goals.

Undergraduate
NC State Online Undergraduate Programs
ECU Undergraduate Programs
UNC System online degree programs

Graduate
NC State Online Undergraduate Programs
ECU Undergraduate Programs
UNC System online degree programs