School Summary

Western Connecticut State University


General Information:

Founded in 1903, Western Connecticut State University is seated on 340 acres located in Fairfield county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 13:1.
Libraries:
This institution has 2 libraries.

Computer Labs:
At least one staffed computer lab is available to students. A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 1052. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
State control

Address, Phone and URL:

181 White Street

Danbury, CT
06810
For more information call: 203 837-9000. This school has a website at https://www.wcsu.edu/
Application information for this school is available at www.wcsu.edu/admissions/application/


Application Fee: $50
Admission Requirements: A written essay or personal statement is Required for Freshmen.
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
Application Requirements:
Recommended Tests: SAT or ACT, SAT


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $6,998.00 $10,858.00
Room and Board $15,132.00 $15,132.00
Fees $6,403.00 $6,403.00
Total $28,533.00 $32,393.00

This institution offers a cooperative/work-study program. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://www.wcsu.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: No degree programs are available as an online learning option, External Degree Program, Distance learning program, Independent study, Learning disabilities services, Advanced Placement credit, Student-designed majors, Honors program, Graduate courses offered on campus open to Undergraduates, Cooperative (work-study) program, Internships, Summer session for credit, Sponsors its own study-abroad program, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.

Academic Competitiveness
Moderate competition - More than 75% of freshmen were in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on SAT (critical reading and math scores combined) or over 18 on ACT; about 85% or fewer of all applicants accepted.

Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 2% 2%
600-699 28% 18%
500-599 49% 60%
400-499 21% 20%
300-399 0% 0%
200-299 0% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 2%
24-29 33%
18-23 49%
12-17 16%
6-11 0%
1-5 0%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% N/A
11-25% N/A
26-50% N/A
Under 50% N/A



Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Cross-country running

Basketball, Cheerleading, Field hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Ice hockey, Lacrosse, Rock climbing, Rugby, Soccer, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Cross-country running

Basketball, Field hockey, Lacrosse, Rock climbing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Volleyball, Cross-country running



No intercollegiate male scholarships found.


No intercollegiate female scholarships found.


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 1,844
Female 1,955
Total 3,799


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 1,989
Female 2,416
Total 4,405

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 5%
African American 9%
Hispanic 27%
Native American 0%
White 52%
Other 7%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 85%
At Least 25 Years Old 15%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State 78%
Out Of State 22%
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus 30%
Live Off Campus 70%


WCSU Theatre Arts Department Productions, WCSU Annual "Roots & Shoots" hosting of Dr. Jane Goodall, The President's Lecture Series

National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Criminology Club, Jazz Club, American Marketing Club, Meteorology


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 45.1001                                           Political Science and Government, General
  • 26.0101                                           Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • 11.0101                                           Computer and Information Sciences, General
  • 27.0101                                           Mathematics, General
  • 23.0101                                           English Language and Literature, General
  • 50.0901                                           Music, General
  • 50.0701                                           Art/Art Studies, General
  • 42.0101                                           Psychology, General
  • 40.0501                                           Chemistry, General
  • 40.0401                                           Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General
  • 45.0601                                           Economics, General
  • 45.1301                                           Sociology and Anthropology
  • 30.0000                                           Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
  • 11.0701                                           Computer Science
  • 27.0304                                           Computational and Applied Mathematics
  • 09.0702                                           Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
  • 54.0101                                           History, General
  • 44.0000                                           Human Services, General
  • 50.0501                                           Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
  • 45.0101                                           Social Sciences, General
  • 11.0201                                           Computer Programming/Programmer, General
  • 05.0102                                           American/United States Studies/Civilization
  • 50.0509                                           Musical Theatre
  • 40.0601                                           Geology/Earth Science, General
  • 09.0101                                           Speech Communication and Rhetoric
  • 16.0905                                           Spanish Language and Literature
  • 50.0904                                           Music Theory and Composition
  • 45.0201                                           Anthropology, General
  • 45.1101                                           Sociology, General
  • 23.1301                                           Writing, General
  • 51.3801                                           Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • 50.0903                                           Music Performance, General
  • 52.0801                                           Finance, General
  • 52.0201                                           Business Administration and Management, General
  • 52.1201                                           Management Information Systems, General
  • 52.1401                                           Marketing/Marketing Management, General
  • 24.0101                                           Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
  • 44.0701                                           Social Work
  • 51.1005                                           Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
  • 43.0107                                           Criminal Justice/Police Science
  • 52.0301                                           Accounting
  • 51.1504                                           Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
  • 13.1307                                           Health Teacher Education
  • 13.1312                                           Music Teacher Education
  • 13.1202                                           Elementary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1205                                           Secondary Education and Teaching
  • 09.0199                                           Communication and Media Studies, Other

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