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Eastern Connecticut State University
Eastern Connecticut State University
WILLIMANTIC, CT . 4 Year 3.5
#1466 in Best Colleges in America
83 WINDHAM ST WILLIMANTIC, CT 06226

Overview

Eastern Connecticut State University is a public liberal arts university located in Willimantic, Connecticut. Established in 1889, it offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across diverse disciplines. Known for its strong commitment to community engagement, experiential learning, and social responsibility, Eastern fosters an inclusive, supportive environment. The university provides a personalized educational experience, ensuring close interactions with faculty. Vibrant campus life includes various clubs, organizations, and NCAA Division III athletic teams. Eastern Connecticut State University prepares students for their professional careers by emphasizing critical thinking, leadership skills, and ethical values.

Rankings

  • 156

    #156 in Best Colleges for Sports Management in America

  • 1

    #1 3 in Best Value Colleges in Connecticut

  • 183

    #183 in Best College Dorms in America

  • Best Colleges for Sports Management in America 156 of 454
  • Best College Dorms in America 183 of 1,363
  • Best Colleges for Public Policy in America 260 of 643

Academics

  • BAcademics
  • BValue
  • A Diversity
  • CCampus
  • B Athletics
  • B Party Scene
  • B Professors
  • C+Location
  • A Dorms
  • CCampus Food
  • C+Student Life
  • B Safety

Majors

  • Psychology
    100 Graduates
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    94 Graduates
  • Business
    92 Graduates
  • Health Service Preparatory Studies
    66 Graduates
  • Communications
    61 Graduates
  • Criminology
    60 Graduates
  • English
    55 Graduates
  • Social Work and Youth Services
    47 Graduates
  • Information Science
    44 Graduates
  • Sociology
    44 Graduates

Admissions

  • January 1
    Application Deadline
  • 73%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • Online Certificate Programs
    0
  • Online Associates Programs
    0
  • Online Bachelor's Programs
    0

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $8,680
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    98%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    57%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    94%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    3,285 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    641
  • Undergrads Over 25
    6%
  • Pell Grant
    33%
  • Varsity Athletes
    11%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    13:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    Little East Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (without football)

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