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.
Established
1903
Type
Public university
Conference
Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) and the Little East Conference (LEC)
Division
Division III
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81%Acceptance
1044SAT Avg
3,434Students
11:1Student:Faculty
50%Grad Rate
$59,115Earnings 10yr
$18,617Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate81.4%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1044
Reading & Writing
440600
Math
400550
ACT Score Range
Composite
2027
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$12,763
Tuition (out-of-state)$16,095
Room & Board$15,131
Books & Supplies$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance$24,534
Average Net Price$18,617
Median Debt at Graduation$24,147
Monthly Payment (10yr)$256
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$17,055
$30–48K$15,942
$48–75K$16,697
$75–110K$19,825
$110K+$22,946
Programs (71)
Student Body
Undergrads
3,434
Gender Split
51% / 49%
Women / Men
First Generation
38%
Pell Grant Recipients
35%
Race & Ethnicity
White 50%
Black 9%
Hispanic 29%
Asian 5%
Two+ 5%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate50.2%
Freshman Retention70.0%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$45,997
8 Years$53,163
10 Years$59,115
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$45,500
Men
$56,100
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia