Connecticut College
About Connecticut College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Connecticut College is a private liberal arts college in New London, Connecticut, overlooking Long Island Sound. Selective with a 40% acceptance rate, it offers programs in economics, political science, psychology, and international relations, with an 84% graduation rate.
Founded
1911
Location
New London, Connecticut
Students
1,937
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
37%
Selective
Graduation Rate
82.1%
Above national average
Tuition
$67,242
Per year
Avg Net Price
$36,175
After financial aid
SAT Average
1432
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$75,001
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
37 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Jan 15
Connecticut College accepts 37% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 1432 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
SAT Scores
1432/ 1600
ACT Scores
32/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
82.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
89.7%
4-Year Grad
78%
6-Year Grad
81%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
78.5%
$/Student
$12.4K
Class Size
Small
78% of students graduate on time, and 78.5% of courses are taught by full-time faculty. That personal instruction helps keep students on track.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$67,242
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$18,558
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$84,623
After Financial Aid
$36,175
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$13,341
Receive Grants
14.2%
Take Loans
35.4%
The total cost of attendance runs about $84,623/yr, including $18,558 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $36,175.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Connecticut College fund their education.
While in School
14.2%
Get Grants
Free money
35.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$89,003
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$23,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$249/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 35.4% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $23,500. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Connecticut College.
Gender
60.7%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,937
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
14%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
0.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 5.8% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
1,937
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Connecticut College fields 15 varsity teams with 757 student athletes, about 39% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
NESCAC
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
15
Biggest: Track and Field (Indoor)
Student Athletes
757
39% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
49% / 51%
370
Men
387
Women
12
Men's Teams
15
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Connecticut Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$75,001
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Economics
$63K
75 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$40K
55 grads
1yr Earnings
Political Science and Government
$47K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Science
$86K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Neurobiology and Neurosciences
—
28 grads
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology
$63K
27 grads
4yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $49K at six years, $53K at eight, and $75K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.