ECU College of Engineering and Technology

Name

ECU College of Engineering and Technology

Legal name

East Carolina University College of Engineering and Technology

Website

https://cet.ecu.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ECU College of Engineering and Technology is a public university college within East Carolina University, offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in computer science, engineering, industrial technology, and construction management to traditional, transfer, military, and nontraditional students across North Carolina.

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Product category

Higher Education (Engineering and Technology)

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAHAEAA

Engineering & Technology Institutes (Comprehensive)

Education/Higher Education (Colleges & Universities)/Technical & Polytechnic Universities

SECONDARYEDAHAEAL

Technical Universities with Energy, Materials & Sustainability Focus

Education/Higher Education (Colleges & Universities)/Technical & Polytechnic Universities

Keywords

• Engineering education
• Technology degree programs
• Computer science degrees
• Graduate engineering certificates
• Higher education research

Headquarters

HQ city

Greenville, North Carolina

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: As a public university college within East Carolina University, the institution generates revenue primarily through tuition and fees charged to students for undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
2. State Funding: As a public institution, the college receives state appropriations and funding from North Carolina for operating expenses and educational services.
3. Grants and Research Funding: The college receives external funding through grants including NSF S-STEM scholarships, EPA pollution prevention grants, NASA Space Grants, and industry-sponsored research.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels13 records

Core offering

The College of Engineering and Technology at East Carolina University delivers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in computer science, engineering, construction management, and technology systems through hands-on, technology-intensive instruction. It awards Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, and PhD degrees (with concentrations ranging from civil/environmental engineering and software engineering to industrial technology and data science) along with graduate certificates and credentialed specializations such as SAP-endorsed distribution and logistics training. Student support services (advising, career development, scholarships) and research centers in IoT, sustainable energy, and pharmaceutical manufacturing complement the academic portfolio.

Product overview

ECU College of Engineering and Technology is an educational institution offering a comprehensive portfolio of degree programs and support services. The college operates as a multi-department structure (Computer Science, Engineering, Technology Systems, Construction Management) offering undergraduate and graduate degrees including BS, MS, and PhD programs. Key programs include Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (ABET-accredited), BS in Software Engineering, BS in Engineering, BS in Industrial Technology, and BS in Distribution and Logistics (which integrates SAP software). Graduate offerings include MS in Information and Cybersecurity Technology, MS in Technology Management, MS in Software Engineering, MS in Computer Science, MS in Data Science, and a PhD in Technology Management. The college also offers graduate certificates (Network Management, Cybersecurity, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt) and operates research centers including Center for Innovation in Technology & Engineering, Center for IoT Engineering & Innovation (CIEI), Center for Sustainable Energy and Environmental Engineering (CSE3), and Eastern Region Pharma Center. Student support services include the Student Success Center, Career Development Center, and scholarship programs.

Differentiator

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Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science ABET-accredited bachelor's degree providing a comprehensive background in mathematics, science, and computer science principles; prepares students for professional employment in computer science or for graduate study.
• Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering Bachelor's degree preparing leaders and innovators for the software industry, focused on designing and building complex software-intensive systems using rigorous engineering principles and industry practices.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering Bachelor's degree program offering concentrations including civil and environmental engineering, preparing students for professional engineering careers; expanded to include civil engineering concentration in July 2026 in response to workforce demands.
• Bachelor of Science in Construction Management Bachelor's degree program covering construction management principles, project planning, and industry practices; connected to industry partners such as Barnhill Contracting Company for student career placement.
• Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology Bachelor's degree program offering seven concentrations (architecture design technology, bioprocess manufacturing, distribution and logistics, industrial management, industrial engineering technology, information and cybersecurity technology, and mechanical design technology); five concentrations available fully online and credit transfer pathways accept up to 75 hours from community college AAS degrees.
• Bachelor of Science in Distribution and Logistics Bachelor's degree integrating coursework in distribution, logistics technology, and hands-on learning; integrates the SAP software platform throughout the curriculum, with graduates receiving SAP endorsement certificates alongside their ECU diplomas. Delivered via face-to-face and online formats.
• Master of Science in Information and Cybersecurity Technology ATMAE-accredited master's degree offering three concentrations (Cybersecurity, Network Technology Management, and Critical Infrastructure); combines management and technical concepts and is available 100% online with no GMAT/GRE required. Leverages an advanced inter-networking lab, cybersecurity lab, server farm, and inter-networked industrial control systems.
• Master of Science in Technology Management ATMAE-accredited master's degree combining management principles with creative problem solving and strategic thinking; optional Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certificate is available, and online completion can be achieved in 18-24 months.
• Master of Science in Software Engineering Graduate degree preparing students in object-oriented design, software systems architecture, software testing, cloud computing, and software project management; offered in a hybrid on-campus and online format.
• Master of Science in Computer Science Graduate degree for computer science professionals, preparing for advanced research and industry roles; offers thesis and project tracks.
• Master of Science in Data Science Graduate degree focused on data science methodologies, algorithms, and applications for extracting insights from complex datasets.
• Technology Management PhD Program Doctoral program preparing students for leadership positions in technological enterprises and for research in technology management.

Quantifiable outcome

• Nearly 600 students graduated from the College in Spring 2026 commencement
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers19 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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App detail

AI capability5 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic and minor.

• Craven Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 July 2026Agreement guarantees admission for qualified CCC graduates to ECU's BSIT program. Graduates can receive up to 60+ credit hours toward their degree.
• James Sprunt Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 March 2026Bilateral agreement guaranteeing admission for qualified AAS graduates to ECU's BSIT program. Students can transfer up to 75 credit hours. Programs include diesel and heavy equipment technology, electrical systems technology, and information technology tracks.
• Wayne Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 March 2026Guaranteed admission for AAS graduates in 12 technical/business fields with minimum 2.0 GPA. Up to 75 credit hours transferable. Programs include automotive systems, aviation, business administration, and information technology.
• Alamance Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 March 2026AAS graduates in 13 technical/business fields eligible for guaranteed admission with up to 61 credits transferred. Programs include AI, biotechnology, automotive systems, and welding technology.
• Vance-Granville Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 March 2026AAS graduates in 7 technical fields eligible for guaranteed admission with up to 61 credits transferred. Programs include electronics engineering technology, information technology, and supply chain management.
• Wilson Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 December 2025Bilateral agreement expanding opportunities for transfer students to build futures in eastern North Carolina through BSIT program pathways.
• Lenoir Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 October 2025Partnership guarantees LCC graduates admission into ECU's Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology program with seamless credit transfer.
• Martin Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 August 2025Community college partnership supporting students in Martin County with pathways to ECU's Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology program.
• Cumberland Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2025Community college partnership creating clear pathways for transfer students to ECU's Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology program.
• Marine Corps Air Station Cherry PointcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerECU staffs an office at Cherry Point's Jerry Marvel Training and Education Center. Courses in industrial technology and industrial distribution/logistics offered face-to-face for military personnel and families.
• SAP University AlliancecoreTechnology or IntegrationECU is a member of the SAP University Alliance. Distribution and Logistics curriculum integrates SAP software platform. Graduates receive SAP endorsement certificates alongside their diplomas.
• Center for IoT Engineering and Innovation (CIEI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternal ECU center supporting student research projects including smart city sensor mapping and IoT applications. Partners with student teams on real-world technology deployments.
• MicrosoftstrategicGTM or Marketing PartnerRepresentatives from Microsoft participated in ECU's annual Technology Summit, engaging with students on AI trends and career paths.
• GooglestrategicGTM or Marketing PartnerTechnology Summit participant engaging students on technology careers and AI applications in industry.
• LenovostrategicGTM or Marketing PartnerRepresentatives from Lenovo participated in Technology Summit event for student career development.
• Wolters KluwerstrategicGTM or Marketing PartnerCTO Adam Orentlicher delivered keynote address at ECU Technology Summit on AI landscape and career opportunities.
• Barnhill Contracting CompanystrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerConstruction management signing day event where students commit to careers and connect with industry employers.
• Duke EnergyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership providing STEM camp for high school girls, supporting workforce development in energy sector.
• Girl Scouts - North Carolina Coastal PinesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHosted TechnoQuest event bringing 140+ middle school girls to campus for STEM education activities.
• North Carolina National GuardstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership through North Carolina National Guard Cyber Security Response Force for cybersecurity competitions including Capture the Flag events.

Scale indicators16 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• East Carolina University Thomas Harriot College of Arts and Sciences: Sibling college within East Carolina University that shares faculty, students and infrastructure. Relevant for understanding ECU's internal competitive dynamics for STEM students and resources.

Broad incumbents

• Duke University Pratt School of Engineering: Top-tier NC engineering school with broader scope and significantly higher selectivity. Competes for elite in-state talent, employer partnerships and research funding, though serving a different student segment.
• Virginia Tech College of Engineering: Major mid-Atlantic public engineering school with comparable industrial and systems engineering programs. Competes with ECU for out-of-state students and online graduate enrollment in the Southeast.

Direct peers

• North Carolina A&T State University College of Engineering: Third-largest NC engineering college with strong industrial/engineering technology programs and similar focus on transfer pathways and nontraditional students. Comparable program structure including industrial technology and computer science.
• NC State University College of Engineering: The largest engineering college in North Carolina, NC State offers comparable BS, MS and PhD programs in computer science, engineering and industrial engineering. Direct in-state competitor for students, faculty and employer partnerships.
• UNC Charlotte College of Engineering: Second-largest NC engineering college with similar urban-serving mission, IT/cybersecurity programs and focus on regional workforce development. Directly comparable in scale, target student and program mix.
• Western Carolina University College of Engineering and Technology: Regional NC public university offering engineering technology programs serving western North Carolina. Comparable as a regional public polytechnic-style engineering school with similar online and applied technology offerings.

Regional players

• Fayetteville State University: UNC System peer in southeastern North Carolina near Fort Bragg, competing with ECU for military-affiliated and transfer students in IT and technology programs.
• Appalachian State University: UNC System regional peer offering computer science, engineering technology and industrial programs. Competes with ECU for in-state undergraduate applicants in western/central NC markets.
• University of North Carolina Wilmington: UNC System coastal peer institution offering select computer science and IT programs. Competes with ECU for in-state coastal students in eastern North Carolina.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/ECUCET
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/ECU
• Facebookfacebook.com/ecucet
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/ecu-college-of-engineering-and-technology
• Instagraminstagram.com/cetatecu

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

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