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Central Connecticut State University
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Annual Tuition
$12,460
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
75.5%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
51.3%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$58,562
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Central Connecticut State University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in New Britain, CT. With a competitive tuition profile of $12,460, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 51.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
75.5%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$49,840
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
1.7 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$28,562
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$235,780
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$521,400
Long-term projected return on your education investment
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Central Connecticut State University is $22,300.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
7
Burglary
0
Theft
1
Assault
2
Robbery
1
Rape
3
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$12,460
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
78.6%
Success
51.3%
In-State Cost
$12,460
Age 25+ Students
16.5%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Larger
Working at 6yr
422 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.