Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, Connecticut · Public
Avg Earnings (5yr)
$47,289
Acceptance Rate
81%
Graduation Rate
59%
Annual Tuition
$13,292
Quick answer
According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Eastern Connecticut State University earn a median of $56,469 ten years after entry — 4% above the national median. Acceptance rate 80.6%, average SAT score 1160, in-state tuition $13,292.
At a Glance
Total Students
3,377
Retention Rate
84%
Faculty Ratio
15
Financial Aid
51%
Median Debt
$24,250
Campus Setting
Town
Institution Type
Public
Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores
Average SAT Score
1,160
SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)
540–650
SAT Math (middle 50%)
530–610
Institution Overview
Eastern Connecticut State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 80.6%. The university has a student body of 3,377. The retention rate is 84.2%, and the graduation rate is 59.1%. The median debt for graduates is $24,250, and 50.5% of students receive financial aid.
The in-state tuition at Eastern Connecticut State University is $13,292. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $37,509. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $47,289, and ten years after graduation, median earnings are $56,469.
Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data
Earning Projection Over Time
$38k
1 YEAR
$47k
5 YEARS
$56k
10 YEARS
Graduate Outcomes
One year after graduation, Eastern Connecticut State University alumni earn $37,509. Five years after graduation, earnings increase to $47,289, and after ten years, earnings reach $56,469. The median debt for graduates is $24,250. 50.5% of students receive financial aid.
The university has an 80.6% acceptance rate and a 59.1% graduation rate. The retention rate is 84.2%. The total student population is 3,377. In-state tuition costs $13,292.
Popular Programs
Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Psychology, General
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Business/Commerce, General
Biology, General
Communication and Media Studies
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Accounting and Related Services
Criminology
Sociology
English Language and Literature, General
Fine and Studio Arts
Social Work
Mathematics
History
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Finance and Financial Management Services
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences
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Campus Location
Willimantic, Connecticut
Willimantic, CT 06226
Eastern Connecticut State University is located in Willimantic, Connecticut. The campus is in a town setting.