Eastern Connecticut State University
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Eastern Connecticut State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 43% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 32nd percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CT wage index 1.23). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Eastern Connecticut State University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | — | $93,070 | +1% | #166 of 459 | #266 | $23,250 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | $43,250 | $77,395 | -7% | #230 of 452 | #359 | $24,625 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $42,549 | $75,235 | -1% | #348 of 796 | #583 | $23,125 |
| Business/Commerce | $44,048 | $66,458 | -3% | #109 of 271 | #211 | $21,500 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | $43,915 | $63,566 | +6% | #54 of 138 | #95 | $24,124 |
| Biology | $39,977 | $62,726 | +10% | #260 of 841 | #487 | $23,127 |
| Social Work | $29,471 | $61,908 | +20% | #25 of 420 | #125 | $21,500 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | $32,962 | $61,190 | +-0% | #68 of 156 | #105 | $25,596 |
| Mathematics | $45,858 | $55,574 | -20% | #281 of 309 | #299 | $22,743 |
| Sociology | $38,523 | $55,084 | +5% | #164 of 462 | #295 | $26,000 |
| Political Science and Government | — | $54,479 | -14% | #444 of 565 | #531 | $26,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $32,721 | $53,673 | -5% | #344 of 660 | #514 | $25,013 |
| Criminology | $39,705 | $52,942 | -5% | #73 of 113 | #104 | $25,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $47,445 | $52,010 | +10% | #166 of 680 | #504 | $26,478 |
| Psychology | $29,403 | $51,748 | +2% | #408 of 1027 | #764 | $23,250 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $34,132 | $51,648 | -5% | #354 of 610 | #536 | $24,685 |
| English Language and Literature | $30,616 | $51,257 | +5% | #206 of 576 | #379 | $25,976 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $41,870 | $48,418 | -9% | #328 of 476 | #429 | $21,114 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $47,736 | — | — | — | — | $29,000 |
| History | $26,186 | $46,851 | -8% | #325 of 459 | #425 | $22,395 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $23,534 | $41,933 | +1% | #201 of 423 | #314 | $21,250 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Eastern Connecticut State University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $280,122
- Avg rent near campus: $1,656/mo — vs ~$1,147/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 06280 (4.8% cap, Windham)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,664 | $9,996 |
| Room | $10,320 | |
| Board | $6,666 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $33,610 | $36,942 |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $15,167 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $15,141 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $18,136 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $22,882 |
| $110,001+ | $23,882 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Eastern Connecticut State University's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
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- Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology