Western Connecticut State University (WCSU) is a four-year, public school located in Danbury, CT. It is classified as Master's College and University with medium programs by Carnegie Classification
The WCSU's 2024 tuition & fees is $12,763 for Connecticut residents and $16,095 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 59% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $6,277.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 4,417 and the students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1 (9.09%).
WCSU's acceptance rate is 81.36% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 16.01%. The median SAT scores is 1010 and the ACT socre is 23.
WCSU ranked 11st in Connecticut Colleges rankings. Western Connecticut State University is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.
2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Western Connecticut State University is $12,763 for in-state students and $16,095 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $14,319 for in-state students and $18,469 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $13,195 for Connecticut residents and $10,264 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $14,743 for Connecticut residents and $12,821 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $12,763 | $16,095 |
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| Graduate | $14,319 | $18,469 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $13,195 | $10,264 |
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| Graduate | $14,743 | $12,821 |
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The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Admission Key Statistics
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Western Connecticut State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at WCSU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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