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East Carolina University (ECU) · Greenville, North Carolina · Public university

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NCAA IAmerican Athletic Conference
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Acceptance rate89%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate63%finish within six years
Undergraduates26,940Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty17 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

East Carolina University Football coaches

Coaches at East Carolina University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Blake HarrellHead Coach
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Alex HuettelOffensive Line - Run Game Coordinator
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Bryan ButterworthNickels Coach
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Athletics

The program

Where East Carolina University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
American Athletic Conference
Program level
Popular
Athletics site
ecupirates.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1070–1240
ACTMiddle 50%: 21–26

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Popular majors

AccountingAfrican-American/Black StudiesAnthropology, GeneralApparel and Textiles, GeneralApplied/Public SociologyArt Teacher EducationAtmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
17 : 1
Graduation rate
63% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor North Carolina residents$4,452
Out-of-state tuition$20,729
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$13,755
Campus

Where it is

East Carolina University in Greenville.

Location
Greenville, North Carolina
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
ecu.edu
Overview

About East Carolina University Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Blake Harrell, the Head Coach, leads the East Carolina University Football staff of 31 coaches, verified September 2026. East Carolina University (ECU) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the American Athletic Conference. East Carolina University is a large public school in Greenville, North Carolina with 26,940 undergraduates, a 89% acceptance rate and an average net price of $13,755 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by East Carolina University Football

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Blake Harrell, the Head Coach and Alex Huettel, the Offensive Line - Run Game Coordinator. East Carolina University has 31 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Blake can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at East Carolina University typically score 1070–1240 on the SAT and 21–26 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the East Carolina University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

East Carolina University Football FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is East Carolina University D1?

Yes. East Carolina University competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the American Athletic Conference.

Is East Carolina University public or private?

East Carolina University is a public school in Greenville, North Carolina.

What conference is East Carolina University Football in?

The American Athletic Conference.

Does East Carolina University offer athletic scholarships for Football?

East Carolina University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does East Carolina University Football have?

31 coaches, led by Blake Harrell, the Head Coach.

How much does East Carolina University cost?

In-state tuition is $4,452 and out-of-state tuition is $20,729 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,755.

What is the East Carolina University acceptance rate?

89% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for East Carolina University?

Admitted students typically score 1070–1240 on the SAT and 21–26 on the ACT.

How do I contact the East Carolina University Football coaches?

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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified September 2026