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Connecticut College

New London, CT · Private nonprofit · Small city · Website

Connecticut College campus
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Admission rate
37%
Selective
Average net price
$35,960
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
82%
Median earnings
$82,225
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Connecticut College is a private nonprofit college in New London, CT with 1,937 undergraduates. It admits 37% of applicants, and admitted students average 1432 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $35,960 per year ($17,313 for families earning under $30,000). 82% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $82,225 ten years after enrolling.

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Admissions

Admission rate
37%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
9,397
Fall 2023
Admitted
3,597
Fall 2023
Yield
15%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing690–760
200800
SAT Math660–740
200800
ACT Composite30–33
136

What Connecticut College looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPAConsidered
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$87,800
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$70,266

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$17,313
  • $30–48k$16,600
  • $48–75k$22,908
  • $75–110k$29,863
  • $110k+$49,170

Get a personal estimate with Connecticut College's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
82%
Freshman retention
90%
Median earnings
$82,225
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$24,250
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,937
Student–faculty ratio
9:1
Receive Pell grants
18%
  • White68%
  • Hispanic12%
  • Black5%
  • Asian3%

Connecticut College FAQ

What is Connecticut College's acceptance rate?+

Connecticut College admits 37% of applicants, which makes it selective.

What SAT score do you need for Connecticut College?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 690–760 on SAT Reading and Writing and 660–740 on SAT Math; the average total is 1432.

What ACT score do you need for Connecticut College?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 30–33.

Is Connecticut College test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Connecticut College?+

In Fall 2023, 9,397 students applied to Connecticut College and 3,597 were admitted; 555 enrolled.

Does Connecticut College consider legacy status?+

Yes. Connecticut College reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Connecticut College require an essay?+

Connecticut College reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Connecticut College cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $87,800 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $35,960.

What is Connecticut College's graduation rate?+

82% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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