Southern Connecticut State University
Based in New Haven, Connecticut, Southern Connecticut State University has earned recognition from Abound as one of its Best Colleges for Adults. The school enrolls a mix of full- and part-time students and demonstrates an emphasis on student persistence through measurable retention and completion outcomes.
Overview
School Type
Website: www.southernct.edu
Accessibility
- Distance education:Yes
- Online degrees:Yes
- Career services:Yes
- Weekend/Evening classes:Yes
- Credit for life experiences:No
- On-Campus day care:No
Demographics
Part-time students
795 undergrads
- Full-time undergrad students:5,385
- Undergrad students over 25 years old:920
- Pell Grant students:2,579
- Online and distance education undergrad students:319
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Part-time students13%
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Students over 25 years old14%
Cost
In-district per-credit-hour charge for part-time students
$278
Average net price for students awarded grant/aid
$19,870
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Online & Distance Programs
Bachelor's degrees offered
- Library Science(1)
- Parks Recreation Leisure and Fitness Studies(1)
- Health Professions and Related Programs(1)
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Outcomes
- Retention rate for part-time students:40%
- Graduation rate for part-time students:11%
Military & Veteran
Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
155 students
- Credit for military training:Yes
- Dedicated staff member:Yes
- Student veteran organization:Yes
- Yellow Ribbon Program member:Yes
- Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes
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