Overview
Enrollment
| Location | New London, Connecticut |
| Online | connecticutcollege.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Connecticut College sits on a 750-acre hilltop campus overlooking Long Island Sound in New London, Connecticut, approximately two hours from both Boston and New York City. Founded in 1911 as a women's college in response to Wesleyan University's decision to stop admitting women, Connecticut College became coeducational in 1969. The private liberal arts institution is characterized by its granite architecture, expansive arboretum, and waterfront views. The college maintains selective admission standards and is known for its comprehensive environmental studies program, international relations department, and interdisciplinary certificate programs called "Centers for Interdisciplinary Scholarship." Students are required to live on campus for all four years in the college's residence halls, which are arranged in a house system that integrates faculty and student life. The college competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Camels, participating in the New England Small College Athletic Conference.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Connecticut College is rated within the top 17% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Connecticut College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#74 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#68 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Colleges in Connecticut
#4 in Best Private Colleges in Connecticut
#226 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Value Colleges in Connecticut
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1360/1490 |
| ACT | 30/33 |
| GPA | 3.7 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $385 |
| Room and Board | $17,280 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $82,285 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 33% |
| Biology | 15% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 11% |
| Psychology | 7% |
| Ethnic Studies | 6% |
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Questions and Answers
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Last updated February 24, 2024