The Honors College Scholarship for International Students

This scholarship opportunity is open to incoming international students that are interested in joining the ECU Honors College.

Award
Varies
Deadline
12/01/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Writing Prompt #1: The Honors College at East Carolina University seeks to admit students who bring diverse experiences, possess intellectual curiosity, seek innovative intellectual experiences, and value our university motto, "to serve." All applicants have impressive academic records. Take this opportunity to communicate what differentiates you from the others. Please choose just *ONE* of the following prompts and write an essay that reflects your true self (maximum 400 words):

    1-Describe a question you wish more people would ask. Explain why.

    2-What's an unusual place- near or far- that has shaped who you are today? Explain.

    3-Think of a moment when music or art stopped you in your tracks. What happened, and what, if anything, changed for you afterward?
  2. Writing Prompt #2: Tell us a story that only you could tell. Share an experience or moment that has shaped your grit or resiliency. (maximum 400 words)
  3. In a YouTube video that is *NO MORE THAN 45 SECONDS TO 1 MINUTE*, provide a video response to the following prompt. Put the YouTube link in the space provided below. Please make sure the link works correctly before submitting your application.

    Prompt: Create a unique ice cream flavor that reflects your personality. What is the name of it? Explain your thought process behind selecting the ingredients and what qualities they represent for you personally. 
  4. BRINKLEY-LANE SCHOLARS AWARD APPLICATION

    Housed in the Honors College, the Brinkley-Lane Scholars (BLS) Award Program is ECU’s most prestigious merit scholarship award that covers the full cost of attendance, with a total value exceeding $79,000. Students accepted into this reputable four-year program engage in innovative course work, collaborate with faculty on research, participate in exceptional internships, and receive a $5,000 stipend to study abroad. Brinkley-Lane Scholars push themselves and each other to achieve beyond their expectations and to grow as individual leaders. We challenge you to join us in an extraordinary academic experience. More information is available at https://brinkleylane.ecu.edu/. Finalists for Brinkley-Lane Scholars are required to participate in an interview on Sunday, February 7, 2027. If you wish to apply for Brinkley-Lane Scholars, please follow the instructions below.
    • Video: In a video no longer than 2 minutes in length, share something new about yourself that we may not know after reading your essays and seeing your accomplishments. Show us your personality, your creativity, and your individuality. Again, this is your chance to help us learn more about you as a person. Insert the link to your video here (privacy settings are available in YouTube, however, please make sure your link works correctly before submitting your application.)):
    • Writing Prompt 1: Brinkley-Lane Scholars are a community of learners who excel, collaborate, and serve. Based on your previous experiences, how will you contribute to the BLS community of leaders who excel, collaborate, and serve. [Maximum of 400 words]