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Eastern Connecticut State University

Willimantic, Connecticut · Public

85%acceptance rate
1100–1240SAT middle 50%
–ACT middle 50%
$21,205average net price, in-state

Eastern Connecticut State University admitted 85% of 7,084 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1100–1240 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 58% of students graduate within six years.

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Application deadlines

Eastern Connecticut State University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application fee is $50, and Eastern Connecticut State University accepts the Common App fee waiver. Eastern Connecticut State University asks for the Common App personal essay and one teacher recommendation.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Eastern Connecticut State University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

Eastern Connecticut State University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.

What admissions weighs

How Eastern Connecticut State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • GPA

Important

  • Class rank
  • Essay

Considered

  • Course rigor
  • Test scores
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

Not considered

  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.30 GPA. 8.6% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.017%
  • 3.75–3.9910%
  • 3.50–3.7420%
  • 3.25–3.4914%
  • 3.00–3.2420%
  • 2.50–2.9915%
  • 2.00–2.494%
  • Under 2.00.4%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $33,610 in-state and $36,942 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $21,205 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$15,167
  • $30–48k$15,141
  • $48–75k$18,136
  • $75–110k$22,882
  • $110k+$23,882

Quick answers

What is Eastern Connecticut State University’s acceptance rate?

Eastern Connecticut State University admitted 85% of applicants: 6,043 of 7,084 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

When is Eastern Connecticut State University’s application deadline?

Eastern Connecticut State University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.

What SAT score do you need for Eastern Connecticut State University?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1100 to 1240, with a median around 1170. A score at or above 1170 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

How much is Eastern Connecticut State University’s application fee?

The application fee is $50 for 2026–27, and Eastern Connecticut State University accepts the Common App fee waiver.

What does Eastern Connecticut State University require?

Besides the application and transcript, Eastern Connecticut State University asks for the Common App personal essay and one teacher recommendation.

Does Eastern Connecticut State University have supplemental essays?

No. Eastern Connecticut State University has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.

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