East Carolina University’s College of Nursing has recently achieved a significant milestone by being ranked as the No. 1 online master’s program for public universities in North Carolina and among the top 10 nationwide, according to a new ranking by U.S. News and World Report. This recognition is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the faculty and staff at the College of Nursing, who have been committed to providing top-notch education and preparing the best nurses in the nation.
Dr. Bim Akintade, the dean of the College of Nursing, expressed his pride in this achievement, stating that it is a huge honor for the institution. He emphasized that the rankings are a result of years of effort to ensure that graduates of the master’s program excel in their certification exams, with a 100% first-time pass rate. This success underscores the College of Nursing’s position as North Carolina’s flagship nursing education institution.
The rankings by U.S. News are based on various factors, including student excellence, faculty credentials, student services, engagement, and peer assessment. ECU’s online master’s programs in nursing administration and leadership, as well as nursing education, also received high rankings, further solidifying the College of Nursing’s reputation for excellence.
In addition to nursing, ECU’s online master’s programs in criminal justice, education, and MBA were also recognized among the best in the country by U.S. News. The College of Education saw a significant improvement in its ranking, moving up nine spots from the previous year. Dr. André Green, the dean of the College of Education, attributed this success to the faculty and staff’s dedication to providing a high-quality educational experience that fosters student success.
The online criminal justice program at ECU was ranked as the No. 1 online master’s program for public universities in North Carolina, with no other public institution in the state receiving a ranking. Dr. Heidi Bonner, chair of the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology, highlighted the faculty’s commitment to providing a flexible and rigorous educational experience tailored to adult learners with demanding schedules.
Furthermore, ECU’s online MBA program in the College of Business was recognized as one of the top programs in the nation, ranking in the top 45%. The program was also named a Best Online MBA Program for Veterans, reflecting ECU’s commitment to serving the needs of military students.
Overall, ECU’s success in the U.S. News rankings is a testament to the institution’s dedication to excellence in online education. The rankings serve as a validation of the hard work and commitment of the faculty and staff at ECU, who continue to strive for academic excellence and student success.
