Central Connecticut State University

Central Connecticut State University Admissions

CCSU admissions requirements dictate that all freshman applicants must have completed four unites of English, three units of mathematics, two units each of laboratory science and social science, and three years (recommended) of a foreign language. Students who do not meet this preparatory curriculum requirement may still qualify for admissions, based on the decision of the Director of Recruitment and Admissions. Admissions decisions are made based on high school grade point average, rank in graduating class, and scores on the SAT exam. The University desires students who rank in the top 50% of their graduating class, demonstrate a C (2.0) grade point average or above, and score at least a 480 on the verbal and a 450 on the math portion of the SAT exam. Applicants are encouraged to visit the campus and to meet with an admissions counselor prior to making a decision about where to attend. Students are also encouraged to contact or visit the college where they will be studying to learn about particular fields of study, academic requirements, or possible scholarship opportunities available to them. Advanced Placement credit is available for students who score a minimum of 3 on the Advanced Placement Program exam.

Central Connecticut State University has no stated application deadline. The application fee is $50. Applications can be submitted on-line. Students who are enrolled in high school at the time of application will need to have their official final high school transcripts sent after graduation to the Admissions Office.

p. As part of their application, students should submit high school transcripts and ACT or SAT test scores. These must be submitted directly by the high school guidance counselor and not by the student. Students should have completed high school courses as follows: 4 units of English, 3 units of mathematics, 2 units of history and social studies, 2 units of science, and 3 units of a foreign language. Students who are taking courses which will require calculus at Connecticut State of should take an additional unit of mathematics. Admission is based on a combination of high school record, class rank, and SAT scores. Some students may also need to have an interview. Generally students should be in the top 50% of their high school graduating class, have a C average in the required courses, and have an SAT verbal of 480 and SAT math of 450.

p. Transfer students and international students will have varying requirements depending upon their prior educational background.

p. Students applying to the graduate programs at Central Connecticut State University should consult the individual department and/or school to which they are applying. Applications can be submitted on-line, and the application fee is $50. General requirements include the GRE or other appropriate test scores (such as the GMAT) and a bachelor’s degree. The graduate application deadline is July 1 for the fall semester.

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