Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, Connecticut · Public
Western Connecticut State University admitted 81% of 5,189 applicants (Common Data Set 2020-2021). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1020–1200 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 50% of students graduate within six years.
This college’s newest public report is from 2020-2021, so some numbers may be out of date.
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Application deadlines
Western Connecticut State University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $50, and Western Connecticut State University accepts the Common App fee waiver. Western Connecticut State University asks for the Common App personal essay.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Western 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
Western Connecticut State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Western Connecticut State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- Test scores
- Talent or ability
Important
- Class rank
- GPA
- Activities
- Showing interest
Considered
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Character
- Legacy
- State residency
- Race or ethnicity
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Not considered
- Where you live
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.38 GPA.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $30,552 in-state and $33,884 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $16,527 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Western Connecticut State University’s acceptance rate?
Western Connecticut State University admitted 81% of applicants: 4,188 of 5,189 (Common Data Set 2020-2021).
When is Western Connecticut State University’s application deadline?
Western 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 Western Connecticut State University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1020 to 1200, with a median around 1110. A score at or above 1110 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Western Connecticut State University’s application fee?
The application fee is $50 for 2026–27, and Western Connecticut State University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does Western Connecticut State University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Western Connecticut State University asks for the Common App personal essay.
Does Western Connecticut State University have supplemental essays?
No. Western Connecticut State University has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.
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