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Southern Connecticut State University
Southern Connecticut State University
NEW HAVEN, CT . 4 Year 3.5
#1487 in Best Colleges in America
501 CRESCENT ST NEW HAVEN, CT 06515

Overview

Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) is a public university located in New Haven, Connecticut. Established in 1893, SCSU offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs across various disciplines. The university is committed to academic excellence, diversity, social justice, and student success. SCSU provides a supportive learning environment, with numerous academic resources and student services. The campus life is vibrant, with various clubs, organizations, and athletic teams. The SCSU Owls compete in NCAA Division II athletics. The university also emphasizes community engagement, fostering strong partnerships and providing opportunities for service learning and civic participation.

Rankings

  • 98

    #98 in Best Colleges for Public Health in America

  • 1

    #1 2 in Best Value Colleges in Connecticut

  • 157

    #157 in Best Colleges for Sports Management in America

  • Best Colleges for Public Health in America 98 of 281
  • Best Colleges for Sports Management in America 157 of 454
  • Best Greek Life Colleges in America 272 of 689

Academics

  • B Academics
  • BValue
  • A Diversity
  • C+Campus
  • B+Athletics
  • A Party Scene
  • BProfessors
  • BLocation
  • C+Dorms
  • C+Campus Food
  • B Student Life
  • B Safety

Majors

  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    264 Graduates
  • Business
    249 Graduates
  • Psychology
    120 Graduates
  • Nursing
    113 Graduates
  • Sociology
    76 Graduates
  • Communications
    69 Graduates
  • Biology
    60 Graduates
  • Social Work and Youth Services
    57 Graduates
  • Public Health
    56 Graduates
  • Speech Language Pathology
    55 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 83%
    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
    $6,478
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    96%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    52%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    94%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    5,332 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    1,588
  • Undergrads Over 25
    15%
  • Pell Grant
    46%
  • Varsity Athletes
    9%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    10:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    Northeast-10 Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division II (with football)

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