Is Southern Connecticut State University worth it?
Southern Connecticut State University is a public, four-year institution in New Haven, Connecticut (midsize city). It awarded 2,368 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in registered nursing, psychology and social work.
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Federal context for Southern Connecticut State University
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Median earnings 1 year after
$41,729
Median earnings 4 years after
$59,787
Median earnings 10 years after
$55,043
Average net price
$20,857
Completion rate
50%
Completions (2024)
2,368
Years to pay back
1.4 years
Students (undergrad)
6,295
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $42,380 | $63,310 | 336 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Bachelor's | $36,168 | $53,411 | 321 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $87,795 | $98,870 | 175 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $35,716 | $50,642 | 154 |
| Social Work | Master's | $54,551 | $66,503 | 126 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | Graduate certificate | $77,601 | $87,346 | 103 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $29,984 | $56,694 | 94 |
| Special Education and Teaching | Master's | $58,018 | $65,840 | 91 |
| Education, General | Bachelor's | $41,129 | $52,659 | 82 |
| Public Health | Bachelor's | $35,797 | $53,997 | 82 |
| Sociology | Bachelor's | $32,013 | $52,249 | 77 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services | Master's | $68,032 | $65,786 | 73 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $29,653 | $60,780 | 57 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $41,973 | $67,791 | 55 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $75,928 | $96,254 | 55 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 172 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Bachelor's | 142 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 141 |
| Social Work | Master's | 92 |
| Health and Wellness, General | Bachelor's | 86 |
| Education, General | Master's | 63 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other | Bachelor's | 58 |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | Bachelor's | 57 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | Bachelor's | 54 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 53 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 32% | 11,308 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 26% | 9,096 |
| Retail Trade | 7% | 2,423 |
| Public Administration | 5% | 1,647 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 5% | 1,631 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 5% | 1,615 |
| Finance and Insurance | 4% | 1,449 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 1,304 |
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Sources: federal figures for Southern Connecticut State University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Connecticut. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page