Western 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 Western Connecticut State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 41% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 42nd 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 Western 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 | $77,969 | $118,324 | +28% | #51 of 459 | #89 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $86,600 | $96,483 | +9% | #176 of 966 | #527 | $26,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | $46,470 | $81,768 | -2% | #171 of 452 | #301 | $19,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $58,144 | $80,895 | +6% | #243 of 796 | #444 | $24,250 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | $50,443 | $72,291 | -13% | #131 of 166 | #153 | $21,082 |
| Marketing | $45,967 | $68,490 | -1% | #220 of 516 | #387 | $19,750 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods | $42,454 | $66,878 | -22% | #113 of 126 | #118 | $20,500 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $38,235 | $66,510 | +20% | #54 of 660 | #160 | $24,000 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | $36,070 | $63,218 | +21% | #5 of 50 | #16 | $27,239 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $39,696 | $56,882 | +11% | #66 of 345 | #215 | $27,000 |
| Social Work | $33,033 | $56,058 | +8% | #110 of 420 | #316 | $21,500 |
| Biology | $37,787 | $52,458 | -8% | #611 of 841 | #775 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $27,909 | $52,385 | -7% | #377 of 660 | #540 | $23,543 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | $24,150 | $50,955 | +28% | #12 of 255 | #45 | $25,000 |
| Psychology | $32,064 | $50,410 | -1% | #493 of 1027 | #831 | $20,500 |
| History | — | $49,967 | -1% | #254 of 459 | #383 | — |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication | $30,582 | $43,257 | -14% | #129 of 158 | #147 | $25,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $27,784 | $40,555 | -24% | #443 of 476 | #469 | $26,782 |
| Leisure and Recreational Activities | $23,229 | $39,609 | -4% | — | — | $22,019 |
| Music | $21,659 | $35,889 | -16% | #232 of 268 | #244 | $26,000 |
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 Western Connecticut State University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $467,188
- Avg rent near campus: $2,527/mo — vs ~$959/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 06810 (4.2% cap, Danbury)
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🏆 Where Western Connecticut State University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,664 | $9,996 |
| Room | $8,630 | |
| Board | $5,800 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $30,552 | $33,884 |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $17,055 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $15,942 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $16,697 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $19,825 |
| $110,001+ | $22,946 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Western Connecticut State University's top programs commonly pursue.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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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 (B+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology