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Central Connecticut State University

Central Connecticut State University is a medium, public institution located in New Britain, ct. Founded in 1849, Central Connecticut State University offers undergraduate degrees in 129 majors.

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Key stats

4 Year, Public
Division 1
8,170 undergraduates
$12,460 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Central Connecticut State University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

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Acceptance rate 73.3%
SAT score average 1080
ACT score average 22
Average high school GPA 3.15
Application fee $50
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Key deadlines

August
28
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Central Connecticut State University is known for one of its top majors: Psychology, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 14:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
14 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Social Sciences and Psychology
Business and Management
Education and Teaching
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Computer Science and Information Technology
Health and Medical Professions
Public Policy and Administration

Popular majors

Psychology, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Accounting and Related Services
Criminology
Educational Administration and Supervision
Finance and Financial Management Services
Biology, General

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $12,460
Additional expenses
Room & board $12,710
Books & supplies $1,600
Other expenses $2,256
Cost of attendance* $29,026
Average financial aid package N/A
Average net price $29,026 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $25,736
Additional expenses
Room & board $12,710
Books & supplies $1,600
Other expenses $2,256
Cost of attendance* $42,302
Average financial aid package N/A
Average net price $42,302 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Central Connecticut State University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 8,170, with gender binary students split 54% male and 46% female.

Total enrollment

9,997

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
54%
African American %
14%
Hispanic American %
20%
Asian %
5%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
3%
Unknown %
4%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Central Connecticut State University, students love their Student Governent. Student athletes compete in Division 1 sports.

Campus info

1615 Stanley St, New Britain, CT 06050
8608323200
www.ccsu.edu/

Popular clubs & activities

Student governent

Media board

Central activities network

Inter-residence counsel

Club sports

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Central Connecticut State University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Central Connecticut State University?

Central Connecticut State University is located in New Britain, ct.

What is the acceptance rate at Central Connecticut State University? 

The acceptance rate for Central Connecticut State University is 73%.

What’s the average GPA for Central Connecticut State University?

The average high school GPA for Central Connecticut State University students was 3.15.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Central Connecticut State University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Central Connecticut State University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $116,104.

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