Southern Connecticut State University

  • 0/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • New Haven, CT
  • 5.0 1 review

Overview

Total enrollment

9,377
Southern Connecticut State University overview
Southern Connecticut State University overview
  • Size Mid-size
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Southern Connecticut State University occupies a 168-acre suburban campus in New Haven, Connecticut, positioned approximately 80 miles northeast of New York City. Founded in 1893 as New Haven State Normal School to train teachers, the institution has evolved into a comprehensive public university while maintaining its strong reputation in education studies. The campus features a mix of modern and traditional brick buildings, with recent additions including a new School of Business building and science center. Beyond its School of Education, SCSU offers notable programs in nursing, business administration, and social work, operating as part of the Connecticut State University System. The university maintains several residence halls housing undergraduate students and competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the SCSU Owls.

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  • Academics
    6 out of 10
  • Resources
    7 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    5 out of 10
  • Value
    NA

Admissions

Admission Standards

Unavailable
Southern Connecticut State University admission standards
  • GPA 3.2

Acceptance Rate

91.5%
Southern Connecticut State University applications overview
  • Applications Due -
  • Enrollment Rate 13.6%
  • Application Fee $50

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Annual Cost to Attend

Connecticut Resident Tuition

$13,438

Out of State Resident Tuition

$27,378

Breakdown

In State Costs for Southern Connecticut State University
  • Tuition $13,438
  • Books and Supplies $1,600
  • Other Fees $6,440
  • Room and Board $14,938
  • Budget for Other Expenses $4,148
  • Total One Year Cost $40,564

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$45,800 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

44% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Southern Connecticut State University are Business, Psychology, and Health Professions. 14% of students major in Business, 14% in Psychology, and 12% in Health Professions.

  • Business 14%
  • Psychology 14%
  • Health Professions 12%
  • Education 10%
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities 10%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=130493.

GPA calculator: Southern Connecticut State University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026