SCSU Search Piece 2024-2025

in Academics, Career Preparation, Student Experience, Affordability and Belonging

As an urban regional public university, Southern Connecticut State University is one of the most affordable universities in Connecticut. Our faculty offer cuttingedge curricula and inclusive research opportunities in a variety of innovative fields, providing undergraduate students with a graduate-level experience at a competitive price.

AVERAGE

CLASS SIZE LESS THAN

20

409

SOUTHERN

FULL-TIME

FACULTY

Academic Excellence

At Southern, students have the opportunity to achieve their highest potential. With more than 245 majors, minors, and pre-professional programs from which to choose, students can find their passion and build a strong academic foundation. The faculty at SCSU are known for their accessibility and personalized attention. Depending on your chosen major, you study within the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Education, the College of Health & Human Services, or the School of Business. In addition to academics, you’ll get job-ready with internships, resume workshops, and job fairs. Our grads consistently land great jobs, and our 100,000+ alumni network is full of industry leaders ready to mentor and open doors for you.

EXPLORATORY OPTION Whether you’re totally undecided about your major, confidently declared or somewhere in between, the Exploratory Program gives you time to explore options while working on your general education coursework.

THE HONORS COLLEGE The Honors College offers a challenging and rewarding educational experience to intellectually inquisitive incoming high school seniors or transfer students with outstanding academic ability. Honors College students may choose a major in any field.

ACCELERATED BACHELOR’S TO MASTER’S If you’re interested in earning your master’s degree, undergraduate students can complete their bachelor’s and master’s degree in a combined five years as part of a package of accelerated programs — a path that saves you both time and money. Choose from: Anthropology, Athletic Training, Biology, Business Administration, Chemistry, Computer Science, Exercise and Sport Science, Health Science, History, Mathematics, Nursing, Physical Education, Psychology, Recreation and Leisure, Sociology, Spanish, and Sport Management.

“...Knowing that there’s healthcare workers out there who work with people specifically in [underserved populations] inspired me to want to do the same.”

SARA BERNALGARCIA, ’24 B.S. Healthcare Studies and Nursing

100,000 ALUMNI

8,800+ UNDERGRADUATE

AND GRADUATE

STUDENTS

MORE THAN 245

MAJORS, MINORS, AND PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS

ON-CAMPUS LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

MORE THAN 110

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

INCLUDING MASTER’S AND

DOCTORAL DEGREES, SIXTH YEAR AND POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATES

As of Fall 2023

87% OF ALUMNI

FIND JOBS

WITHIN

SIX MONTHS OF GRADUATION

Boston New York City

Affordable Out-of-State Rates

Convenient Location

There’s a lot going on at Southern Connecticut State University, but if you’re looking for even more — more entertainment, more community, more culture — downtown New Haven is just three miles away. Southern’s campus is also ideally situated halfway between New York City and Boston.

RYAN HARRISON, ’25

AfterofaFirst-Year five-yearAdmissions deployment in the U.S. Army, Office Harrison knew what he wanted to do after he left the 501 Crescent Street service: HeBuilding left the Army to start his academic career Wintergreen New CT 06515-1355 at Haven, Southern, with aspirations to become a clinical psychologist.

(203) 392-5644“When I took this route of psychology, 888-500-SCSU (7278)plan, so I know what I’m doing I have this ten-year and know where I want to go, and how to get to it.”

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The New England Board of Higher Education (NEBHE) Tuition break program lets New England, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania residents enroll in any SCSU undergraduate degree program at a reduced tuition.

Mansfield says his classes and professors at Southern have inspired him to see writing as an endless opportunity for selfexpression: “Never be afraid of your own writing. Because everybody has a story.”

CHRISTIAN MANSFIELD, ’25, Special Education and Elementary Education major and author, “Take Me to Nana’s House”

STATE-OF-

THE-ART CAMPUS

Freshman gymnast Gigi Mastellone had the first perfect 10.000 in SCSU history on the Uneven Bars and finished in first place in the 2024 All-American Challenge

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS • Anthropology — Archaeology • Biological • Cultural • General • Linguistics • Art and Design — Ceramics • Graphic Design • Jewelry - Metals • Painting • Photography • Printmaking • Sculpture • Art Education • Art History • Athletic Training ACC • Biology ACC • Biotechnology • Business Administration — Accounting • Business Economics • Business Information Systems • Finance • Human Resource Management • International Business • Management • Marketing • Public Utilities Management • Chemistry — Biochemistry ACC • Environmental Chemistry ACC • General ACC • Communication, Media, and Screen Studies — Communication, Media, and Screen Studies • Film, Television, and Digital Production

• Environmental Systems and Sustainability — Coastal Marine Systems • Environmental Systems • Sustainability Science and Environmental Policy • Exercise and Sport Science — Allied Health • Sport Science • Exercise and Sport Science — Clinical Exercise Physiology — Human Performance • Physical Activity and Chronic Disease ACC • Exploratory — Arts & Humanities • Business • Education • Health and Human Services • Social & Behavioral Sciences • STEM • Still Deciding • French • General Studies • Geography — Geographic Information Science and Technology • Health and Wellness Coaching • Health Science — Exercise Science • Clinical Exercise ACC • Physical Activity and Chronic Disease

• Data Science

• Healthcare Studies — General • Clinical Trials Administration and Practice • Health Science Foundations • Healthcare and Clinical Research • Speech Language Pathology Assistant • STEM Foundations for Nursing • Therapeutic Recreation in Aging

• Early Childhood Education

• History ACC

• Earth Science — Environmental • General • Geology • Natural Hazards • Natural Resources

• Interdisciplinary Studies

• Communication Disorders • Computer Science — Cybersecurity ACC • General • Information Systems

• Economics • Elementary Education • Elementary Education – Bilingual Studies — Early Childhood Teaching Credential (ECTC-B) • English — Creative Writing • English Studies • Professional Writing

• Philosophy • Physical Education — PreK-12 Teacher Certification/School Health Education • Physics — Engineering ACC • General ACC • Political Science • Pre-Professional — Dental • Engineering • Law • Medical • Physician’s Assistant (PA) • Physical Therapy (PT) • Occupational Therapy (OT) • Veterinary Medicine • Psychology — General ACC • Mental Health • Public Health • Recreation and Leisure Studies — Child Life Specialist • Recreation and Youth Development – Park and Recreation Management • Recreation Therapy ACC • Rehabilitation (RT-OT) • Therapeutic Recreation • Youth Development and Leadership • Respiratory Therapy — Leadership • Secondary Education Certification — Biology • Chemistry • Earth Science • English • French • History • Italian • Mathematics • Physics • Political Science • Spanish • Social Work • Sociology — Criminology and Criminal Justice ACC

• Journalism

• Spanish ACC — Health/Human Services Professionals • Hispanic Studies • Translation Studies

• Liberal Studies

• Special Education K-12

• Mathematics — Applied • Pure • Statistics

• Special Education – Elementary Collaborative

• Music

• Sport Management ACC

• Music Therapy

• Theatre

• Nursing

• Tourism, Hospitality, Event Management

• Italian

ACC = ACCELERATED PROGRAMS Undergraduate students can complete their bachelor’s and master’s degrees in a combined five years in a variety of majors.

10

19 NCAA

DIVISION II

ATHLETIC TEAMS

Jordan Davis, ’24, U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association NCAA Division II National Field Athlete of the Year

TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS

81

INDIVIDUAL

TITLES

2,700+

INTERNSHIPS

AND ON-

THE-JOB

TRAINING

OPPORTUNITIES

125 CLUBS

& ORGANIZATIONS

172 ACRE

SUBURBANSTYLE CAMPUS

3 MILES FROM DOWNTOWN

NEW HAVEN, A MULTI-CULTURAL

CITY OF MORE THAN 135,000

with a wealth of attractions including theaters, museums, shops, and restaurants

NINE

RESIDENCE

HALLS,

INCLUDING

RESIDENCE COMPLEXES AND

TOWNHOUSES

57% FIRST GENERATION STUDENTS

40% TRANSFER

STUDENTS

54% PELL ELIGIBLE STUDENTS

93% OF FACULTY HOLD DOCTORATES

OR OTHER

TERMINAL DEGREES

FACULTY-LED AND SEMESTER

STUDY ABROAD TO OVER 100 DESTINATIONS WORLDWIDE

Corbin Bleu, keynote speaker, 2024 Undergraduate Commencement ceremony

UP TO

2,400+ STUDENTS

LIVE ON CAMPUS

2024-2025 Costs and Fees UNDERGRAD COST OF ATTENDANCE

In-state Commuter

In-state On Campus

NEBHE Tuition Break**

Out-of-state On Campus

Tuition and Fees*

$13,438

$13,438

$16,938

$27,378

Room and Board

NA

$8,200

$8,200

$8,200

Meal Plan

NA

$6,738 required with housing

$6,738 required with housing

$6,738 required with housing

TOTAL

$13,438

$28,376

$31,876

$42,316

For more cost details and payment plans, visit SouthernCT.edu/financialaid * Fees included are: General, University, Student Activity, Writing Center, Transportation, and Media.

Not included: health insurance, personal expenses, and textbooks. ** Students from MA, ME, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, and VT can take advantage of the NEBHE tuition break.

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