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Conn College at a Glance

Location:
New London, CT
Setting:
Small city
Control:
Private Non-Profit
In-State Tuition:
$49,385
Out-of-State Tuition:
$49,385
Room & Board:
$0
Full-Time Undergrads:
1,836
Part-Time Undergrads:
72
More statistics . . .
School Website:
www.connecticutcollege.edu
Admissions Website:
www.conncoll.edu/admission
Financial Aid Website:
www.conncoll.edu/admission/adm_financial_aid.htm
Application Deadline:
January 1
Acceptance Rate:
37 %
Admission Difficulty:
Hard
Average SAT Scores:
1870–2130
Average ACT Scores:
25–29

Best Things

  • Outstanding professors
  • Student-faculty research opportunities
  • Honor Code/self-scheduled final exams
  • Single rooms (usually) after freshman year
  • More best things . . .

Worst Things

  • Being stuck in the Middletown Bubble
  • Restricted and predictable social scene
  • Internet blackouts
  • Lack of diversity
  • More worst things . . .

Most Popular Majors

  • Social Sciences & Liberal Arts
  • Languages and Literature
  • Arts
  • Economics
  • More majors . . .

Overall ExperienceWhat's This?

Overall, students enjoy their experience at Conn. Some of the most often reasons cited include the amazing professors, strong academic programs, the small size of the school, and the beautiful campus. This is a great school for students who don’t know what they want to major in; Conn’s General Education requirements make it mandatory to take a variety of courses, and faculty are always available to advise students. Because of this, many come to Conn a tabula rasa, unsure of what to study, and leave as knowledgeable practitioners in a field they genuinely enjoy. The most common complaint among students who don’t like Conn is its small size. Because of this, it’s important to visit overnight or at least take a tour to try the campus on for size.

Despite the restricted social scene, most students find a core group of friends and have an unforgettable four years. Besides, with a willingness to try new things, students should never be bored on campus. There are so many opportunities to get involved in athletics, music, academics, and student organizations that everyone should be able to find something that he or she enjoys. The Conn experience can be as much or as little as you make of it. It’s all up to you.

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Campus Housing at Connecticut College

miatortilla2012

International Relations and National Security Studies '16

3.5
B

Housing

They built new dorms recently which is nice and they try hard to put you with a good roommate.

Apr 27, 2012

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Transportation at Connecticut College

miatortilla2012

International Relations and National Security Studies '16

4.6
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People

Everyone is really nice and overall there is a great feel.

Apr 27, 2012

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Academics at Connecticut College

candeeshoppee

Dance '13

5.0
A+

Hello Dance World!

The dance department at Connecticut College is unparalleled. It gives its student plenty support, open forum to discuss issues and a very strong sense of student voice and participation. The course load though vigorous provides dance training that yields strength and finesse within the technique. The curriculum is well rounded for both majors and minors and exposes its dancers to duties outside of just dancing such as technical work. The studio spaces a gorgeous and growing more and more beautiful by the day as the department continues to upgrade equipment. Not to mention that the department does all this while producing incredibly beautiful, high-quality, professional productions/shows. All on within a ridiculously small budget. Thank goodness for a very well connected faculty, especially department chair. Beyond being well connected the dance faculty are so well trained and amazing instructor. They push us to achieve the most we possibly can with our dance training (forcing us to work us and play harder) while building relationships with us that show their love and support. My favorite part of the department is that it is my family away from home in some many ways. We love, we disagree, we cry, and we laugh together, but we always remain close-knit and are there for one another when needed (as well as when the support is not needed ;] )

Apr 08, 2012

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User rating for Connecticut College is 3.5 out of 5 based on 393 user reviews.

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