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Central Connecticut State University

Public New Britain, CT · Suburban · New England · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
49%
Graduation Rate
$58,562
Earnings (10yr)
$16,857
Net Price
73%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Central Connecticut State University enrolls 7,822 students and has an acceptance rate of 73%. This accessibility makes it a viable option for many prospective students looking for a public university experience without highly selective admissions hurdles.

Graduates from Central Connecticut State University can expect to earn an average of $58,562 ten years after graduation. While the graduation rate stands at 49%, the school attracts a diverse student body, including a 38% Pell Grant rate, which indicates a commitment to serving students from lower-income backgrounds. The Chetty/Opportunity Insights data on economic mobility is not available, but the earnings potential suggests that graduates can achieve a stable financial footing.

The net price for attending Central Connecticut State University is $16,857, with a median student debt of $22,300 upon graduation. This financial profile positions the university as an attractive option for students who prioritize affordability and manageable debt levels. Students in top programs such as Business & Marketing, Social Sciences, and Education may thrive here, especially those seeking a supportive environment focused on practical career outcomes.

Rankings

How Central Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation49%Earnings 10yr$59KNet Price$17KRetention77%Median Debt$22KPell Grant Rate38%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$14K$0-30K$14K$30-48K$15K$48-75K$22K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%506.1%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2877.2%MOBILITY145.61%

Cost & Financial Aid

$13,050
In-State Tuition
$16,550
Out-of-State
$16,857
Avg Net Price
$22,300
Median Debt
38%
Pell Grant Rate
49%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$13,589
Family Income $0–$30K
$13,636
Family Income $30K–$48K
$15,091
Family Income $48K–$75K
$21,562
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$49,016
6 Years After Entry
$56,602
8 Years
$58,562
10 Years
0.38x
Debt-to-Earnings
73%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$49,016 6yr $56,602 8yr $58,562 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

145.61%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2877.2%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
506.1%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$93,300
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.61
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.06
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
6.1%
Volunteering Rate
0.98
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 73%
Retention Rate 77%
SAT Average 1080
ACT Midpoint 23
SAT Range 960–1190
Full-Time Faculty 47%
Faculty Salary (mo) $10,902
Diversity Index 0.66
First-Gen Students 39%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 23%
Social Sciences 11%
Computer Science & IT 10%
Psychology 8%
Education 7%
Communications 5%
Health Professions 4%
Biology & Biomedical 4%