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Western Connecticut State University

Danbury, CT·Public·~87% acceptance

Western Connecticut State University is a public university in Danbury, CT. It has fairly open admissions, accepting about 87% of applicants. The average net price after aid is about $17,604 per year. About 51% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $59,115 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$17,604/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $24,877
Aid cuts ~$7,273/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
EA
RD
Rolling

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Admissions
GPA range3.34–3.84
SAT (middle 50%)1040–1170
ACT (middle 50%)20–27
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
51%
graduation rate
73%
freshman retention
$45,997
median earnings, 6yr
$59,115
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Western Connecticut State University's acceptance rate?
Western Connecticut State University admits about 87% of applicants.
How much does Western Connecticut State University cost?
At Western Connecticut State University, the average net price after aid is about $17,604 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $24,877 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Western Connecticut State University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1040–1170 on the SAT and 20–27 on the ACT.
What are Western Connecticut State University's application deadlines?
Western Connecticut State University's deadline is Regular Decision around Rolling. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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