College
Southern Connecticut State University
- B-Overall Grade
- 4 Year
- New Haven, CT
- 1,242 reviews
- AcademicsB-
- ValueB
- DiversityA-
- CampusC+
- AthleticsB+
- Party SceneA-
- ProfessorsB-
- LocationB
- DormsC+
- Campus FoodC+
- Student LifeB
- SafetyC+
Athletic Division
NCAA Division II (with football)
Athletic Conference
Northeast-10 Conference
Southern Connecticut State University Rankings
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Admissions
Acceptance Rate
64%
SAT Range
830-1030
ACT Range
18-23
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Recommended
Early Decision/Early Action
No
Application Website
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Cost
Net Price
$14,960/ year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
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Academics
Professors
B-
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
14:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
- 73%
- of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.82 responses
- 40%
- of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.86 responses
- 45%
- of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.86 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
Liberal Arts and Humanities
329 GraduatesBusiness Administration and Management
215 GraduatesPsychology
147 GraduatesNursing
107 GraduatesPublic Health
100 GraduatesCommunications
88 GraduatesPhysical Education Teaching and Coaching
77 GraduatesSocial Work and Youth Services
67 GraduatesBiology
52 GraduatesSpeech Language Pathology
52 Graduates
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
6,830Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
9%
Pell Grant
41%
Varsity Athletes
7%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
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Poll
- 46%
- of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.105 responses
Poll
- 51%
- of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.121 responses
After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$42,700/ year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
51%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
94%
National
83%- 77%
- of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.60 responses
Southern Connecticut State University Reviews
1,242 reviews
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I have only completed one semester, but within this term I have experienced the enthusiasm that other students and faculty have for this college. They are extremely welcoming and have a true passion for SCSU. By far one of the most impressive aspects is the wide variety of clubs and activities that the school has for its students. There are so many it is hard to choose from! My professors have been very kind, smart, and inspiring. The music department is filled with life and talent, from its students and staff! I truly have enjoyed my first semester here at Southern.
SCSU is only getting better, especially with President Joe there making such important changes, and advances! I really enjoyed my time there, and will continue my education there come this fall. The school isn't too big so you always see familiar faces, which was nice to me because it felt like the same school every semester, not a different one with strangers everywhere!
SCSU is a fantastic college and really has something for everyone. Whether it's computer science, theater, or biology, Southern has a very informative course to go along with it. The campus is a great place to be with a beautiful Academic Quad and even view of hiking trails! Honestly, the only complaints come from the food (but they have a dunkin donuts here!) and some of the professors are rather strict. However, everyone on this campus wants you to succeed and wants you to be the best that you can.