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Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CTPublicCity Setting
Open Admission • 87% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Western Connecticut State University is a public institution located in the city setting of Danbury, CT. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 3.5K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 87%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Public
Student Population
3.5K (Medium)
Admissions Selectivity
87% (Open Admission)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading510 - 580
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math530 - 590
200typical 50% range800
ACT CompositeNot Reported
87%
Acceptance Rate
Open Admission
Top Majors & Programs
Business & Marketing25% of degrees
Health Sciences13% of degrees
Social Sciences5% of degrees
Biological Sciences4% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $118,324
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $24,125
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $96,483
Earnings 5yr: $93,863
Debt: $26,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $88,576
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Finance and Financial Management Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $81,768
Earnings 5yr: $76,891
Debt: $22,000
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $80,895
Earnings 5yr: $78,301
Debt: $25,375
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $74,783
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Management Information Systems and Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $72,291
Earnings 5yr: $80,013
Debt: $23,670
Marketing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $68,490
Earnings 5yr: $60,705
Debt: $23,535
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $66,878
Earnings 5yr: $67,757
Debt: $25,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $66,510
Earnings 5yr: $57,122
Debt: $24,875
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $63,218
Earnings 5yr: $51,863
Debt: $29,875
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $58,337
Earnings 5yr: $67,920
Debt: N/A
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $56,882
Earnings 5yr: $51,330
Debt: $27,000
Social Work.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $56,058
Earnings 5yr: $56,137
Debt: $24,527
Biology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $52,458
Earnings 5yr: $51,225
Debt: $27,000
Communication and Media Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $52,385
Earnings 5yr: $48,487
Debt: $25,069
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $50,955
Earnings 5yr: $28,374
Debt: $27,000
Psychology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $50,410
Earnings 5yr: $48,890
Debt: $24,622
History.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $49,967
Earnings 5yr: $50,253
Debt: $27,500
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $43,257
Earnings 5yr: $50,247
Debt: $25,000
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$17,604
In-State Tuition$13,401
Out-of-State Tuition$16,901
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
35%
Pell Grants
49%
Take Loans
64%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$45,997
+29% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$59,115
Completion Signals
52%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
73%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$17,002
Est. Monthly Payment
$184/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
50%
Men50%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 50% men and 50% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
38%
Part-Time Share
9%
Avg Family Income
$66,396
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