Campus Vibe
Known for business
Western Connecticut State University is a public institution in Danbury with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1044, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 3.4K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
50% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $59,115 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $18,617.
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News & Alerts
Western Connecticut State University Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1044
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Action
12-01
Regular Decision
04-01
Financial Aid
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
50.2%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$17,002
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
26
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Academics
Programs (71)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
70%
- •70% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Campus Life
Housing & Residential Life
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Dining
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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Varsity Sports — Wolves
History & Fun Facts
- •History Founding and growth Western Connecticut State University was established in 1903, as the "Danbury State Normal School", per an act by the Connecticut General Assembly.
- •The school was founded as a normal school, designed to train school teachers, the fourth such school in Connecticut.
- •The number of enrollments climbed to 362 students by 1912.
- •The school changed its name twice in the 1930s: it became the "Danbury Unit of the Teachers College of Connecticut" in 1933 and then the "Danbury State Teachers College" in 1937.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
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Local Economy
Getting There
Nearest Airports
Distance to Cities
Visit Planning
Suggested Itinerary
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Airport Transit
Nearby Attractions
Danbury Railway Museum
Historic railway museum featuring vintage trains and exhibits
Tarrywile Park
722-acre park with hiking trails, mansion, and picnic areas
Danbury Fair Mall
Major shopping and entertainment destination
Transfer Admission
International Students
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