Vote 2026

East Carolina University is committed to providing assistance to students, faculty, and staff associated with local, state and national elections. This non-partisan website was created to offer information that will support voter engagement on our campus.

This website provides basic information such as voter registration and important upcoming dates, but also connects site visitors to non-partisan campus partners (Andrew Goodman Foundation), explains processes for reserving space on campus or inviting candidates to campus, and an extensive list of frequently asked questions to help navigate elections.


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This is your one-stop-shop for voting in the next election! Use the links below to learn about upcoming elections, request an absentee ballot, and even register to vote.

 

 


Important Dates & Deadlines

N.C. Registration DeadlineFebruary 6, 2026
One-Stop Early Voting and Same-Day RegistrationFebruary 12-28, 2026
Primary Election DayMarch 3, 2026

One-Stop Early Voting Site: Main Campus Student Center (Room 125)

Early Voting in the Main Campus Student Center will not begin until February 12 and will run through February 28. Any voter registered in Pitt County can vote at this One-Stop site with free parking directly across from the Main Campus Student Center main entrance. Same day registration will also be available. Voter ID is required for all voters with ECU 1 Cards being an accepted form of ID for faculty, staff, and students.

The hours of operation are as follows:

  • Weekdays – 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM
  • Saturday (February 14 and 28) – 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

A colorful election-themed graphic titled "Pirates to the Polls" with important 2026 primary election dates. It includes details about the primary election day on March 3, 2026, and the North Carolina registration deadline on February 6, 2026. There is information on one-stop early voting and same-day registration from February 12-28 at the Main Campus Student Center, Room 125, weekdays from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., and select Saturdays. Voter ID requirements and contact information are provided. The ECU Leadership and Civic Engagement logo is displayed.


Voter Registration & Turnout

The Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement assists students in registering to vote, as well as encourage students to turnout to vote.  Our staff is available for voter registration drives, voter registration assistance, and voter education presentations.  Additionally, we offer election night watch parties to celebrate our democracy!

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