Overview
Student Population
| Location | Danbury, Connecticut |
| Online | wcsu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Danbury, Connecticut, Western Connecticut State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 5,196 prospective students applied, and 4,194 were granted admission. Of those admitted 788 enrolled in the school. 3,917 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,329 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $6,162 plus fees of $5,619.
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Admission Standards
| GPA | 3.38 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Mar 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Connecticut Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Other Fees | $5,619 |
| Room and Board | $13,876 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,250 |
| Total One Year Cost | $29,207 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Other Fees | $5,619 |
| Room and Board | $13,876 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,250 |
| Total One Year Cost | $41,481 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 27% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 12% |
| Communication | 8% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 8% |
| Education | 8% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=130776 IPEDS survey data for Western Connecticut State University.
Current students may use the Western Connecticut State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.