Willimantic,
CT
About Eastern
Eastern Connecticut State University is a public, state institution in the town of Willimantic, Connecticut. Eastern was founded in 1889. The college enrolls around 4,319 students a year, including 4,145 undergrads.
2022 Acceptance Rate for Eastern Connecticut State University
It is moderately difficult to get into Eastern. Eastern admitted 73% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 4,630 applications received in 2022, 3,389 students were offered admission.
| Eastern Connecticut State University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 73% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | Info Not Available |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.4 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 43% |
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Eastern Connecticut State University is locatedin Willimantic, Connecticut, near the city of Hartford.
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College Info
Eastern Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Eastern is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Eastern is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Eastern SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1025 - 1210
Math SAT Range
490 - 590
Reading SAT Range
530 - 620
Eastern Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$28,864
In State$32,100
Out-of-StateStudent Life
Wondering what life at Eastern is like? There are approximately 4,319 students enrolled at Eastern, including 4,145 undergraduate students and 174 graduate students. 84% percent of students attend school full-time, 90% percent are from CT and 10% percent of students are from other states.
84%
Full Time16%
Part Time90%
In State10%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
4,319
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
73%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$12,910
Out-of-State
$16,146
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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