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About Central Connecticut State University

public masters universityaccessible admissionsbusiness and social sciencesmedium sized campus

Central Connecticut State University is a public university in New Britain, CT, known for its public masters university, accessible admissions, and business and social sciences. With an acceptance rate of 77%, CCSU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,256 students each year. CCSU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1383–1580, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. CCSU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $6,694 per year; the sticker price of $40,976 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Central Connecticut State University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

77%
Overall Accept Rate
3.25
Typical Admitted GPA
1482
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 2.50 – 3.50 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1383 – 1580 (test optional)

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ACTScore range: 18 – 24

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Central Connecticut State University

Essay Strategy
CCSU values essays that show clear academic purpose, so use your personal statement to connect your intended major to specific programs or faculty at CCSU, such as the School of Engineering, Science and Technology or the School of Business. Admissions readers here weight essays at a solid mid-range importance, so a focused and genuine narrative will stand out over a generic personal story.
Extracurriculars
CCSU has strong ties to the New Britain and greater Hartford community, so if you have done community service, internships, or extracurricular work connected to Central Connecticut, highlight those experiences specifically in your activities list to show genuine local engagement and fit with the university's public mission.

Financial Aid & Cost

What Central Connecticut State University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$41k/yr$13.6k
30k-48k~$41k/yr$13.6k
48k-75k~$41k/yr$15.1k
75k-110k~$41k/yr$18.3k
110k+~$41k/yr$21.6k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

49%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$49k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
6,624
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

52%White
21%Hispanic
15%Black / African American
5%Asian
3%Two or More Races
2%Unknown / Unreported
2%International
0%American Indian / AK Native
0%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Gender54% Men · 46% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status98% Citizens and Immigrants · 2% International
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