New Haven, CT

Southern Connecticut State University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Southern Connecticut State University is a four-year, public school located in New Haven, CT.
It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Southern Connecticut State University is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.

91% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 8,803 applied, 8,052 accepted, and 1,096 enrolled in SCSU.
419 men and 677 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $13,442 for Connecticut residents and $16,942 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $14,930 for Connecticut residents and $21,727 for others.
Tuition has decreased by 35.10% compared to last year at Southern Connecticut State University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

4,261 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $7,629.
For freshmen, 985 students (90%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $8,786.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 9,377 students enrolled SCSU in 2025.
By gender, 3,458 men and 5,919 women students are enrolled.
There are 7,252 undergraduate and 2,125 graduate students.
More Demographics Stats

150 Major Programs

  • 14 programs through online
  • 56 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of SCSU is 50% and the transfer-out rate is 25%.
The retention rate is 78% for full-time and 78% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
50%
Transfer-out Rate
25%
Retention Rate
78%
Students to Faculty Ratio
11 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 987 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for SCSU and the average faculty salary is $100,882. The studetns to faculty ratio is 11 to 1.
There are 1,657 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $94,263.
Number of Faculties
987
Average Faculty Salary
$100,882
Number of Staffs
1,657
Average Staff Salary
$94,263

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries
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