Overview
Enrollment
| Location | New Britain, Connecticut |
| Online | charteroak.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | No |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Charter Oak State College, Connecticut's public online college established in 1973, operates from its administrative headquarters in New Britain, Connecticut, approximately 10 miles southwest of Hartford. The institution specializes in providing flexible degree completion programs for adult learners through a fully online format, with no traditional physical campus for student residence or activities. Charter Oak offers associate and bachelor's degrees across multiple disciplines, including business, health care, public safety, and cyber security, with a particular focus on prior learning assessment and credit transfer opportunities. The college maintains regional accreditation through the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) and serves as part of Connecticut's state higher education system.
Annual Cost to Attend
Connecticut Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $598 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $6,400 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $6,304 |
| Total One Year Cost | $22,558 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $598 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $6,400 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $6,304 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,958 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=128780 IPEDS survey data for Charter Oak State College.
Current students may use the Charter Oak State College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024