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Connecticut College

New London, CT·Private nonprofit·1,960 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $62,900 within 10 years; strong 84% graduation rate.

38%
Accept
1,960
Students
$33,998
Net Price
84%
Grad Rate
$62,900
Earnings
10 yr
$20,000
Debt

About This School

Connecticut College is a private nonprofit institution located in New London, Connecticut with approximately 1,960 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 38% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $33,998 per year. The graduation rate is 84%, and the typical graduate earns $62,900 within 10 years of enrollment.

Connecticut College (Conn) is a private liberal arts college in New London, Connecticut. Originally chartered as Thames College but soon changed to Connecticut College for Women, it was founded in 1911 as the state's only women's college, a response to Wesleyan University having closed its doors to female students in 1909. The college became coeducational in 1969, adopting its current name.

This is a solid option for students drawn to small liberal arts environments — with just under 2,000 undergrads, you'll get real access to faculty and a close-knit campus feel. The numbers are generally encouraging: an 84% graduation rate, relatively low median debt of $20,000, and median earnings of $62,900 a decade out suggest most students finish and land on their feet financially. The $34,000 average net price is still a meaningful commitment, so it's worth comparing aid offers carefully, especially against peer schools where the liberal arts degree may carry similar weight at a lower cost.

Founded
1911
Setting
Small city

Popular Programs

Social Sciences30%
Biological Sciences20%
Psychology12%
Visual & Performing Arts9%
Computer Science7%
English3%
Physical Sciences2%
Education2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Joan RiversEstelle ParsonsH. Jon BenjaminSean SpicerSusan Saint JamesJulia AlvarezLeland OrserAngela BowieDavid GrannAnita DeFrantzCharles ChunNancy Dorian

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1412
Reading 75th %ile740
Math 75th %ile730

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite32

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$64,812
Out-of-State Tuition
$64,812
Avg Net Price
$33,998
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants14%
Median debt at graduation$20,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
84%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
87%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$62,900
after enrollment
Median Debt
$20,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$20,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$44,400
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$62,900
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.1x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White69%
Black4%
Hispanic/Latino12%
Asian4%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,960 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Connecticut College

270 Mohegan Avenue

New London, CT 06320-4196

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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