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Eastern Connecticut State University

Willimantic, CT 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate73%

Eastern Admissions

It is moderately difficult to get into Eastern Connecticut State University. Around 73% of applicants get into Eastern Connecticut State University each year. Last year, 4,629 students applied to Eastern Connecticut State University and 3,389 were admitted.

If you are thinking about applying to Eastern Connecticut State University, the fee for the application is $50.

Students who apply to Eastern Connecticut State University for fall should receive an admissions decision no later than December 1.

Eastern Connecticut State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Eastern Connecticut State University's admissions stats.

Eastern Connecticut State University 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 13%
Admissions Test Policy Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 43%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 2%
Waitlist No

Eastern Connecticut State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Eastern Connecticut State University.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I Info Not Available
Early Decision II
Early Action No

Want to Apply Early to Eastern Connecticut State University?


Eastern Connecticut State University may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with Eastern Connecticut State University directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Discover a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on Eastern Connecticut State University Admissions


How Challenging Is It To Get Admitted to Eastern?

Getting into Eastern is moderately difficult.

In 2022, Eastern accepted 73% of students, approximately 3,389 from 4,629 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Eastern, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT. Admissions to Honors Program is program very difficult.

Transferring to Eastern Connecticut State University

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Eastern Connecticut State University

Eastern Connecticut State University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Eastern Connecticut State University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Eastern Connecticut State University

Wondering what factors are considered by Eastern Connecticut State University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Class Rank Very Important
Academic GPA Very Important
Application Essay Important
Alumni/ae Relations Considered
Character/Personal Qualities Considered
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Interview Considered
Recommendation(s) Considered
Standardized Test Scores Considered
Talent/Ability Considered
Volunteer Work Considered
Work Experience Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record Considered
First Generation Considered

Make sure to check with Eastern Connecticut State University for more information on admission factors.

Eastern Connecticut State University Application Requirements

To apply to Eastern Connecticut State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Eastern Connecticut State University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Interview
Other Requirements rank in upper 50% of high school class
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Eastern Connecticut State University?

Students admitted to Eastern Connecticut State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 44% submitted a class rank. At Eastern Connecticut State University 13% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 41% were in the top 25% and 81% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Eastern Connecticut State University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 14.62%
3.75 and 3.99 10.64%
3.50 and 3.74 24.87%
3.25 and 3.49 12.31%
3.00 and 3.24 21.15%
2.50 and 2.9 15.64%
2.00 and 2.49 0.64%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Eastern Connecticut State University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Eastern Connecticut State University is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 43% of Eastern Connecticut State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 2% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Eastern Connecticut State University?

To be competitive with other Eastern Connecticut State University applicants, you should strive to earn between 1025 and 1210 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Eastern Connecticut State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1210 and 25% of scored lower than 1025, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Eastern Connecticut State University students scored 590 or higher and 75% of students scored 530 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Eastern Connecticut State University students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 530 or higher.

To be most competitive at Eastern Connecticut State University, you should strive to earn between 19 and 23.75 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 23.75 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Eastern Connecticut State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 23.75, and three out of four students scored lower than 23.75 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Eastern Connecticut State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

More Information on Transferring to Eastern Connecticut State University

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Eastern Connecticut State University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Eastern Connecticut State University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term


Eastern Connecticut State University Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Eastern Connecticut State University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Eastern Connecticut State University.

Does Eastern Connecticut State University accept transfer credits?

✅ Eastern Connecticut State University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Eastern Connecticut State University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit

Does Eastern Connecticut State University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ Eastern Connecticut State University does not accept International Baccalaureate credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Eastern Connecticut State University?

❌ No, Eastern Connecticut State University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Eastern Connecticut State University's acceptance rate?

✅ Eastern Connecticut State University has an acceptance rate of 73%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Eastern Connecticut State University?

🟨 Eastern Connecticut State University may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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Eastern Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

73%

How hard is it to get into Eastern? Eastern is a somewhat selective institution. The Eastern acceptance rate is 73%. This means that the institution accepts 73 out of every 100 applicants.

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Eastern Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Eastern is Continuous processing.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Eastern is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Eastern SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1025 - 1210

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Math SAT Range

490 - 590

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Reading SAT Range

530 - 620

Eastern GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.4

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Eastern, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.4. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

4,319

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

73%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$13,292

Out-of-State

$16,624

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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