University of Connecticut vs Central Connecticut State University vs Southern Connecticut State University
This page compares University of Connecticut, Central Connecticut State University, and Southern Connecticut State University — three of the largest and best-known bachelor's-granting institutions in Connecticut. University of Connecticut has the largest enrollment (19,835). Ten years after enrollment, median earnings are highest at University of Connecticut ($82,098). Highlighted cells mark the most favorable value in each row.
Side-by-side metrics
Data from College Scorecard institution-level records. Lower is better for tuition, net price, and debt; higher is better for earnings, graduation, enrollment, and admission selectivity where shown.
| Metric | University of Connecticut | Central Connecticut State University | Southern Connecticut State University |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sector | Public | Public | Public |
| In-state tuition | $21,334 | $13,050 | $13,438 |
| Average net price | $24,342 | $15,537 | $21,029 |
| Median student debt | $20,313 | $20,500 | $21,500 |
| Enrollment | 19,835 | 7,822 | 6,295 |
| Graduation rate (150% time) | 83.5% | 49.7% | 49.9% |
| Earnings 6 years after entry | $64,750 | $55,428 | $48,896 |
| Earnings 10 years after entry | $82,098 | $65,779 | $59,695 |
| Admission rate | 52.4% | 73.3% | 91.5% |
| Average SAT score | 1,348 | 1,080 | N/A |