ECU’s research efforts earn prestigious R1 status

by | Feb 13, 2025

ECU has been recognized as a Research 1 status school, officials announced Thursday morning.

R1 status means it is among the nation’s best “in its journey of discovery, securing Research 1 (R1) status and joining the ranks of the nation’s most prestigious academic institutions.”

The announcement was made by the American Council on Education and Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.

Click here for the full press release and to find out more.

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