Central Connecticut State University

Central Connecticut State University: Academics, Admissions & Tuition

Learn about Central Connecticut State University. Read about its admission info, financial aid, and degree programs to make an informed education decision.

About Central Connecticut State University

In 1849, the New Britain Normal School was established as the first publicly supported institution of higher learning in Connecticut. In 1983, the university's name was changed to Central Connecticut State University (CCSU). Today, the university's 165-acre campus serves as the scholastic home to over 12,000 students.

U.S. News & World Report ranked Central Connecticut State University 37th among the nation's top regional public universities in the North in its 'Regional Guide' for 2013. The Princeton Review recognized CCSU as one of the most environmentally responsible colleges in the U.S. in 2012.

Academics

Central Connecticut State University offered over 100 undergraduate programs and over 400 graduate degree options as of 2012. At the undergraduate level, the school offers bachelor's degree programs in areas ranging from anthropology and criminology to nursing and computer science. Special learning opportunities include ROTC (Army), teacher certification, and distance learning options.

The school offers students a range of study-abroad options, including the university's Course Abroad program, which can take students to places like Montreal and South Africa. Students may also participate in nearly 200 short-term or long-term study abroad options, covering virtually every region in the world through a consortium of CCSU partner institutions.

Admissions

Individuals who apply to Central Connecticut State University are evaluated on a number of factors, including prior academic achievement, overall GPA, and SAT/ACT scores. The university requires that prospective students complete a college-preparatory high school curriculum before applying. The application process, including payment of a $50 application fee, must be completed no later than May 1 for fall admission. Applications are accepted online by CCSU.

As of Fall 2011, 80% of all undergraduate students who began their studies were 24 years of age or younger, 52% were male, and 78% of all undergraduates attended the university full-time. That same year, the three largest ethnic/racial groups at CCSU were Caucasian (72%), African-American (10%), and Hispanic/Latino (9%).

Tuition & Financial Aid

As of the 2012-2013 school year, tuition and fees at Central Connecticut State University were around $8,320 per academic year for students who were Connecticut residents and $19,352 per year for those who were non-residents. Students living on campus were expected to spend about $10,056 on room and board in 2012-2013. Books and supplies were estimated to cost about $1,200 for 2011-2012. The average net price (which is the cost of tuition and fees minus applicable financial aid) for in-state, full-time, beginning students for the 2010-2011 academic year was $14,165.

Scholarship opportunities for Connecticut residents include full and half merit scholarships that cover all or part of in-state tuition and fees via the Honors Program. Additionally, CCSU Foundation Scholarship offers over 125 scholarship opportunities for CCSU students. The average grant or scholarship aid awarded to undergraduate recipients during the 2010-2011 school year was $4,734, while the average student loan was $6,833 during the same period.

CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY QUICK FACTS
School Type	Public, 4-year**
Degrees Offered	Bachelor's, master's, doctorate, certificate programs**
Religious Affiliation	None**
Academic Calendar	Semesters*
School Setting	Large suburb**
Student Body	Around 10,000 undergraduates and 2,200 graduate students in 2012-2013*
Student Housing	9 residential facilities housing 2,100 students*
ACADEMICS
Schools and Programs	4 academic schools plus the graduate school; over 100 undergraduate degree programs; over 40 graduate degree programs*
Student-Faculty Ratio	16:1**
Most Popular Fields of Study by Degree Level (Number of Recipients)	In 2010-2011: Bachelor's: General psychology (169) Master's: General educational leadership and administration (85) Doctorate: General educational leadership and administration (6) Graduate certificate: Superintendency and educational system administration (43)**
Undergraduate Graduation Rates	For students beginning in 2003: 14% in 4 years 49% in 6 years 52% in 8 years**
ADMISSIONS
Admission Rate	64% in Fall 2012*
Entering Class Size	About 1,387 in Fall 2011**
First-Year Retention Rates	For undergrads beginning in Fall 2010: 77% (full-time students) 57% (part-time students)**
Average SAT Score of Admitted Students	1,012 in Fall 2012*
Undergraduate Application Due Date	May 1*
TUITION & FINANCIAL AID
Tuition	Undergraduate tuition and fees for 2012-2013 were roughly $8,320 for CT residents and $19,352 for non-residents*
Financial Aid Sources Available (Percentage of Freshmen Receiving It)	In 2010-2011: Federal grant aid (30%), state/local grant aid (45%), institutional grant aid (52%), federal loans (61%)**
Percentage of Students Receiving Some Form of Aid	80% in 2010-2011*

Sources: *Central Connecticut State University, **National Center for Education Statistics.

School Contact Information

Address: Davidson Hall, Room 115, 1615 Stanley St., New Britain, CT 06050
Phone: (860) 832-2278
Website: www.ccsu.edu