UNIVERSITY · CDS 2025-2026
Connecticut College
New London, CT 1,953 undergrad Updated 2026-04-22
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Accept
39.2%
Yield
16.0%
Test
Optional
Academic Profile · CDS C9 / C11
The numbers a parent will ask about first.
SAT Total (mid 50%, computed)
1160–1380
SAT EBRW (mid 50%)
610–710
SAT Math (mid 50%)
550–670
ACT Composite (mid 50%)
26–32
GPA
Not reported
METHODTotal SAT range is computed by summing the reported EBRW and Math mid-50% ranges from the school’s CDS (Section C9). Use as an approximation — a student’s actual total places them within, not at, the summed endpoints.
Decision Plans · CDS C1 / C21
When and how the school reads applicants.
| Plan | Deadline | Accept rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plan details not yet recorded. | |||
Cost & Aid · CDS H Series
What it costs and what families actually pay.
Tuition
$67,242
Total COA
$87,800
Avg need-based aid
$52,197
Avg merit award
None
Net price after avg need aid
$35,603
Conn College meets 1% of demonstrated need on average.
Named merit programs
Founders Scholarship
Thames Scholarship
AP Impact Calculator
What the student's APs are actually worth here.
Conn College's AP Policy
Connecticut College awards 4 credit hours for AP exam scores of 4 or 5. These credits can be used to satisfy some general education requirements, but not all departments will accept them for major requirements. A maximum of eight AP credits can be used to make up for course deficiencies.
Min score
4
Credit cap
-1 credits
Mode
Credit + placement
Per-score grid
Exam-level
Add the student's APs
No APs selected. Click Add AP exam to start, or use the sample profile to see what a strong student might recover.
What They Value · CDS C7
Every CDS factor, weighted exactly as the admissions office files it.
- Rigor of secondary school recordVery Important
- Class rankConsidered
- Academic GPAVery Important
- Standardized test scoresConsidered
- Application EssayVery Important
- Recommendation(s)Very Important
Mission & Narrative
What this school says it is — in their own words.
Connecticut College educates students to put the liberal arts into action as citizens in a global society.
Distilled Themes
Academic ExcellenceDiversity, Equity and Shared GovernanceEducation of the Entire PersonCommunity Service and Global CitizenshipEnvironmental Stewardship
The Coach's Read
What 'what they value' actually means at the table.
- 01Connecticut College values students who can connect their experiences to a broader perspective and demonstrate intellectual curiosity.
- 02They are looking for students who are self-aware and can reflect on their personal growth.
- 03Authenticity is key.
- 04they want to hear your genuine voice, not a polished version of what you think they want to hear.
Application Targets
What a strong application here should signal.
- 01Demonstrate a commitment to community engagement and making a positive impact.
- 02Show intellectual curiosity and a willingness to explore different academic disciplines.
- 03Highlight experiences that show your ability to work collaboratively and learn from others.
Quiet Disqualifiers
Things that hurt applicants here, even when they look fine on paper.
- A lack of demonstrated interest in the college and its programs
- An application that feels generic and doesn't reflect your unique personality and experiences
- Essays that are overly polished or don't sound like they were written by a high school student
Signature Programs
Where this school is genuinely best-in-class.
Global and International Studies; Environmental Studies; Dance; Psychology; Economics
Application calendar
Every date the family needs to know.
Deadlines & Decision Dates · 2025-2026
Family deadline matrix
Plan
Deadline
Decision release
Early Decision I
Binding
Nov 1, 2025
→ Dec 15, 2025
Early Decision II
Binding
Jan 15, 2026
→ Feb 15, 2026
Early Action
Non-binding
Nov 1, 2025
→ Dec 15, 2025
Regular Decision
Non-binding
Jan 15, 2026
→ Mar 31, 2026
Restrictive Early Action
Not offered
—
Rolling Admission
Not offered
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CDS C7 · Level of applicant's interest
Does effort toward this school move the needle?
Demonstrated Interest·CDS C7 (2024-2025)
TrackedWeight: Considered
Connecticut College considers applicant interest, which can be demonstrated through campus visits, interviews, and interactions with admissions counselors.
What they watch
- Campus visit
- Optional interview
- Rep visit at your HS
Coach action
Visit the campus if possible, schedule an interview (in-person or virtual), and meet with an admissions counselor if they visit your school.
Provenance