Is Western Connecticut State University worth it?
Western Connecticut State University is a public, four-year institution in Danbury, Connecticut (small city). It awarded 945 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in psychology, criminal justice and registered nursing.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$40,889
Median earnings 4 years after
$60,346
Median earnings 10 years after
$59,115
Average net price
$17,604
Completion rate
52%
Completions (2024)
945
Years to pay back
1.2 years
Students (undergrad)
3,511
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $86,600 | $96,483 | 121 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $38,235 | $66,510 | 105 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods | Bachelor's | $42,454 | $66,878 | 97 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | Master's | $59,556 | $74,783 | 83 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $58,144 | $80,895 | 69 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $27,909 | $52,385 | 63 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $32,064 | $50,410 | 62 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $45,967 | $68,490 | 54 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | Bachelor's | $36,070 | $63,218 | 50 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | Bachelor's | $24,150 | $50,955 | 39 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $46,470 | $81,768 | 39 |
| Music | Bachelor's | $21,659 | $35,889 | 36 |
| Social Work | Bachelor's | $33,033 | $56,058 | 34 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services | Master's | $50,635 | $58,337 | 31 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | Bachelor's | $50,443 | $72,291 | 30 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 78 |
| Criminal Justice/Police Science | Bachelor's | 69 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 69 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 67 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | Bachelor's | 40 |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | Bachelor's | 37 |
| Applied Behavior Analysis | Master's | 35 |
| Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling | Bachelor's | 33 |
| Management Information Systems, General | Bachelor's | 32 |
| Accounting | Bachelor's | 30 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 24% | 3,861 |
| Educational Services | 20% | 3,337 |
| Retail Trade | 10% | 1,652 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 8% | 1,366 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 6% | 939 |
| Finance and Insurance | 5% | 853 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 813 |
| Manufacturing | 5% | 784 |
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Sources: federal figures for Western 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