Connecticut College
New London, Connecticut 06320-4196
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Strong graduate outcomes — known for biology
Connecticut College is a private institution in New London with particular strength in biology and psychology. With an average SAT of 1412, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 2K undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
84% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $75,001 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $33,998.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History Connecticut College was chartered in 1911 as Connecticut's only women's college, having been established as a direct response to Wesleyan University's decision to stop admitting women.
- •He died in 1904 and his wife Harriet (Jerome) Alexander died in 1911.
- •The Hartford Daily Times ran an article on October 12, 1935, marking the college's 20th anniversary: "On September 27, 1915, the college opened its doors to students.
- •" The college became co-educational in 1969, as President Charles E.
- •In the spring of 2023, students, faculty, and staff began protesting against college president Katherine Bergeron, who had been president of the college for nearly a decade.
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1412
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Decision (Binding)
November 15
Decision by Mid-December
Early Decision II (Binding)
January 1
Decision by Mid-February
Regular Decision
January 1
Decision by Late March
Supplemental essays required.
Deadline Calendar
Typical Application Requirements
Decision Notifications
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Financial Aid
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
64.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.1%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$20,000
Academics
Research: CELS program integrates classroom learning with internships and funded research
Programs (36)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
87%
Campus Life
Connecticut College competes in NESCAC as the Camels
Housing & Residential Life
Housing Styles
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
16
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from CT state average + city premium
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
Getting There
Nearest Airports
Distance to Cities
Getting Around
Amtrak
New London Amtrak station 2 miles
Walkability
Walkable campus on a hill overlooking the Thames River
Visit Planning
Nearby Hotels
Plan Your Visit
Nearby Attractions
Downtown New Londonwalkable
Historic waterfront city with restaurants, shops, and cultural venues
Connecticut College Arboretumwalkable
750-acre arboretum on campus with extensive native plant collections and trails
Mystic Seaport
Living history maritime museum in nearby Mystic
Ocean Beach Park
Beach and boardwalk on Long Island Sound
Days out near New London
NewTwo or three colleges you can see in one day around Groton, from real bookable tour times.
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