Central Connecticut State University
Public university · New Britain, CT · 7,822 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
73%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
960–1190
ACT (middle 50%)
—
Average net price
$15,537
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$25,348
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
50%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Central Connecticut State University?
Central Connecticut State University accepts about 73 of every 100 applicants (73%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 960 and 1190 on the SAT. A score at or above 1190 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 960, your scores are below most.
The latest federal data says Central Connecticut State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Central Connecticut State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Central Connecticut State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $25,348 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $15,537 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $13,050 for CT residents and $16,550 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$13,050
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$16,550
- Room & board$13,276
- Total cost of attendance$25,348
- Average net price after grants$15,537
Popular majors
Business, Social Sciences, Computer Science, Psychology, Education.
Central Connecticut State University FAQ
- What is Central Connecticut State University's acceptance rate?
- 73% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Central Connecticut State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 960–1190. Aim for 1190 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- Is Central Connecticut State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Central Connecticut State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Central Connecticut State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Central Connecticut State University cost?
- About $25,348 a year before aid; $15,537 on average after grants.
- What is Central Connecticut State University's FAFSA school code?
- 001378. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Central Connecticut State University receives your information.
- What is Central Connecticut State University's graduation rate?
- 50% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Central Connecticut State University
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quinnipiac UniversityHamden, CT | 72% | 1150–1320 | $41,729 | 79% |
| University of Saint JosephWest Hartford, CT | 79% | 850–1170 | $28,249 | 62% |
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| University of Connecticut-StamfordStamford, CT | 83% | 930–1260 | $14,226 | 55% |
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