Admissions Overview
The admission process at Connecticut College has a 40% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Connecticut College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
40%
Selective
Application Volume
8,744
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
18%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Connecticut College has a 40% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Connecticut College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Connecticut College. About 17% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,360 to 1,490. Additionally, about 9% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 33.
SAT Scores
17% of students submitted400
1600
1360 – 1490
200
800
700 – 750
200
800
660 – 740
ACT Scores
9% of students submitted1
36
30 – 33
1
36
31 – 35
1
36
27 – 30
Admission Statistics
8,744 students applied to CONNCOLL. Of those, 40% were accepted (3,533 students). Of these 3,533 accepted students, 630 chose to enroll.
8,744
Total Applicants
3,533
Students Admitted
630
Students Enrolled
40%
Acceptance Rate