Southern Connecticut State University
Accepts first-year applications New England Public Urban Medium (2,001 to 14,999) Co-Ed Religious Affiliation No letter of recommendation required - First Year Test Optional/Flexible - First Year Accepts self-reported test scores - Transfer
Academic Programs
- Art & Design
- Business
- Communication
- Design
- Economics
- Education
- Engineering
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Liberal Arts
- Music
- Nursing
- Performing Arts
- Research
- Science
- Social Science
- Sport Management; Criminal Justice; Sculpture; Printmaking; Ceramics; Graphic Design; Photography; Painting; Jewelry Making; Event Management; Tourism; Hospitality
- Technology
- Visual Arts
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Distance/online learning
- Greek Life
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- Military/Veteran Services
- Night Class Offerings
- On-Campus Housing
- ROTC Program
- Religious Affiliation
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
- Veteran Fee Waiver
Application information
Find out about requirements, fees, and deadlines
To apply for admission complete the following:
- The Common Application for Admission, including the essay or personal statement.
- Pay the non-refundable $50 application fee (payable online by debit card, credit card or e-check)
- Request that your official high school transcript from an accredited secondary school be sent directly to the Office of Admissions, Southern Connecticut State University. Digital submission is preferred.
- An official high school equivalency certificate such as the GED may be submitted instead of the high school transcript.
Southern has a test optional admission policy. SAT or ACT scores are not required for admission. Letters of recommendation are not required.
Southern Connecticut State University does have a Common Application for Transfer applicants. Please visit this site to apply for transfer admissions to SCSU: https://apply.southernct.edu/apply/
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