Eastern Connecticut State University (Eastern)
Public four-year university in Willimantic, CT that costs an average of $20,502 a year after financial aid, admits 83% of applicants and graduates 54% of full-time students.
PublicTown (fringe)3,418 undergraduates
Cost of Eastern
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $33,017 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, in-state | $14,008 |
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state | $17,508 |
| Housing and food (on campus) | $17,522 |
| Books and supplies | $800 |
| Average net price after aid | $20,502 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $16,357 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $16,877 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $17,265 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $21,298 |
| $110,001+ | $25,226 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships (in-state students). Get your own estimate with Eastern's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | 83% |
|---|---|
| Average SAT | 1,160 |
| SAT reading (25th–75th percentile) | 540–650 |
| SAT math (25th–75th percentile) | 530–610 |
| Test scores | Considered but not required |
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 54% |
|---|---|
| First-year retention | 84% |
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $49,549 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $60,748 |
| Rank in Connecticut (earnings) | 20th of 25 similar colleges |
| Median debt of graduates | $20,988 |
| Typical monthly loan payment | $239 (10-year plan) |
| Students with Pell grants | 30% |
| Students with federal loans | 48% |
Majors and programs at Eastern
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Bachelor's degree programs (34)
Associate's degree programs (1)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 7 | — | — |
Master's degree programs (6)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services | 24 | $78,447 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 109 | $51,559 | $26,609 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 20 | — | — |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | 12 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services | 5 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching | 13 | — | — |
Similar colleges in Connecticut
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Connecticut State University | Danbury | $16,754 | 87% | $62,010 |
| Southern Connecticut State University | New Haven | $21,029 | 91% | $59,695 |
| Charter Oak State College | New Britain | $14,594 | — | $65,844 |
| Central Connecticut State University | New Britain | $15,537 | 73% | $65,779 |
| University of Connecticut-Stamford | Stamford | $14,226 | 83% | $82,098 |
| United States Coast Guard Academy | New London | — | 22% | — |
| University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus | Hartford | $13,961 | 88% | $82,098 |
| University of Connecticut | Storrs | $24,342 | 52% | $82,098 |
About Eastern
| Type | Public four-year university |
|---|---|
| Location | Willimantic, CT |
| Setting | Town (fringe) |
| Undergraduates | 3,418 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 15 to 1 |
| Accreditor | New England Commission on Higher Education |
| Website | easternct.edu ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
What is Eastern's acceptance rate?
Eastern Connecticut State University admits 83% of applicants. Admitted students average 1,160 on the SAT.
How much does Eastern cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $33,017 a year (tuition and fees: $14,008 in-state, $17,508 out-of-state). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $20,502 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $16,357.
How much do Eastern graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $60,748 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 20th of 25 similar colleges in Connecticut. The best-paid bachelor's program is accounting and related services ($70,085 a year after graduation).
What is Eastern's graduation rate?
54% of full-time students graduate within six years, and 84% of first-year students return for a second year.