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About Western Connecticut State University

public masters universitysmall class sizesarts and health focusaccessible admissions

Western Connecticut State University is a public university in Danbury, CT, known for its public masters university, small class sizes, and arts and health focus. With an acceptance rate of 84%, Western Connecticu is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 629 students each year. Western Connecticu is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1010–1230, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Western Connecticu offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $5,976 per year; the sticker price of $42,611 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Western Connecticut State University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

84%
Overall Accept Rate
1120
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1010 – 1230 (test optional)

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ACTScore range: 19 – 29

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Western Connecticut State University

Application Strategy
Western Connecticut has well-regarded programs in education, nursing, music, and business, so if you are applying to one of these programs, make sure your application materials speak directly to that area of study rather than keeping your goals vague.
Demonstrated Interest
Western Connecticut is deeply connected to the Danbury region and emphasizes community engagement, so if you have any local community service, internships, or ties to the greater Fairfield County area, highlight those experiences specifically in your application.

Financial Aid & Cost

What Western 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~$43k/yr$13.5k
30k-48k~$43k/yr$13.7k
48k-75k~$43k/yr$16.7k
75k-110k~$43k/yr$18.7k
110k+~$43k/yr$21.3k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

50%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$46k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
3,966
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

47%White
30%Hispanic
11%Black / African American
6%Two or More Races
4%Asian
1%Unknown / Unreported
1%International
1%American Indian / AK Native
Gender50% Men · 50% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status99% Citizens and Immigrants · 1% International
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