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Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut

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The selectivity index is a rating system that looks at overall acceptance rate divided by the percentage of accepted students who enroll (yield rate). It's a measurement of both the selectivity and desirability of the college or university.

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Rank	Institution	Selectivity Index	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	Yale University	17.9974	3.87	1,470 – 1,570	26044	81765	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Selectivity Index 18.0 15.8% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
2	United States Coast Guard Academy	2.713	24.32	1,190 – 1,380	0	63721	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut United States Coast Guard Academy New London, CT “Scientiæ Cedit Mare,” or “the sea yields to knowledge,” is the motto of the United States Coast Guard Academy. Founded in 1876, it’s the smallest of the five service academies. The most popular majors are Business Administration and Management, General, Political Science and Government, General, and Mechanical Engineering. Selectivity Index 2.7 5.9% Acceptance Rate 24.3% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
3	Wesleyan University	2.1086	16.49	1,330 – 1,510	20463	60385	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Selectivity Index 2.1 14.3% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
4	Trinity College	0.8028	33.52	1,330 – 1,460	31806	67628	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut Trinity College Hartford, CT Trinity College, originally known as Washington College, was founded in 1823, making it the second oldest college in the state. 67% receive institutional grant aid to attend, $50,051 on average. Students are known as Bantams and wear blue and gold. Selectivity Index 0.8 Acceptance Rate 33.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $31,806 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,628
5	Fairfield University	0.7116	33.29	1,290 – 1,410	47630	73693	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut Fairfield University Fairfield, CT Fairfield University has 76 degree programs. Composed of 5 different schools, the most popular majors among students are Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. There are 35 buildings on campus, including 3 manor houses. Fairfield is highly selective. Selectivity Index 0.7 55.2% Acceptance Rate 33.3% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $47,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,693
6	Connecticut College	0.4133	37.04	1,180 – 1,410	42941	49165	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut Connecticut College New London, CT Found in New London, Connecticut College accepted 37% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 89%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 2.5% Acceptance Rate 37.0% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $42,941 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,165
7	University of Connecticut	0.3077	53.95	1,230 – 1,430	22324	63322	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut University of Connecticut Storrs, CT The University of Connecticut sits on a 4,400-acre campus and is just 90 minutes from Boston. Founded in 1881, it was originally known as the Storrs Agricultural School. It has a 91% first year retention rate. Many students major in Psychology, General, Economics, General, and Management Science. Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 54.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $22,324 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
8	Sacred Heart University	0.2909	67.68	1,180 – 1,310	46165	63925	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut Sacred Heart University Fairfield, CT Located in Fairfield, Sacred Heart University’s acceptance rate is 68% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students at Sacred Heart University currently receive grant aid from the school. 85% of students continued their studies at Sacred Heart University after completing their first year....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $46,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,925
9	Central Connecticut State University	0.277	73.33	890 – 1,130	17207	49016	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut Central Connecticut State University New Britain, CT Central Connecticut State University is fairly selective, and alumni include professional athletes, actors, and politicians. Founded in 1849, it’s the oldest publicly-funded university in the state. Psychology, General, and Criminology are popular undergraduate areas of study. Selectivity Index 0.3 7.6% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $17,207 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,016
10	University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus	0.2582	86.45	970 – 1,220	10972	63322	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford, CT Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
11	Western Connecticut State University	0.191	81.36	1,020 – 1,240	16527	45997	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut Western Connecticut State University Danbury, CT Found in Danbury, Western Connecticut State University accepts 81% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 48% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 75% of students decide to stay at......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 10.5% Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,527 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,997
12	University of Connecticut-Avery Point	0.1836	86.51	980 – 1,210	9139	63322	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton, CT Selectivity Index 0.2 141.6% Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
13	Eastern Connecticut State University	0.1799	82.98	1,060 – 1,270	21205	47289	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut Eastern Connecticut State University Willimantic, CT Based in Willimantic, Eastern Connecticut State University accepts 83% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at Eastern Connecticut State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 0.1% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $21,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,289
14	Albertus Magnus College	0.1765	64.37	830 – 1,160	30179	47153	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut Albertus Magnus College New Haven, CT Found in New Haven, Albertus Magnus College’s acceptance rate is 64%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 97% of students attending Albertus Magnus College currently receive institutional grant aid. At Albertus Magnus College, there is a 74% first year retention rate and......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $30,179 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,153
15	University of New Haven	0.164	60.38	1,080 – 1,280	34201	49829	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut University of New Haven West Haven, CT Located in West Haven, the University of New Haven accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of New Haven will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 10.9% Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $34,201 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,829
16	University of Saint Joseph	0.1534	79.64	1,070 – 1,280	27558	52053	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut University of Saint Joseph West Hartford, CT The University of Saint Joseph was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1932 as an all women’s school – it only started accepting men in 2018. The 84-acre campus is well known for its Georgian brick architecture. Undergraduates enjoy a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Selectivity Index 0.2 24.8% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,053
17	University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus	0.15	87.04	960 – 1,190	8220	63322	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury, CT Selectivity Index 0.2 0.7% Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $8,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
18	Quinnipiac University	0.1418	77	1,110 – 1,310	39632	65744	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut Quinnipiac University Hamden, CT Located in Hamden, Quinnipiac University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Quinnipiac University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Quinnipiac University, there is a 87% first year retention rate and around 77% of undergraduates will......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $39,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,744
19	University of Connecticut-Stamford	0.1341	80.19	960 – 1,230	13150	63322	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut University of Connecticut-Stamford Stamford, CT Selectivity Index 0.1 16.0% Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,150 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
20	Mitchell College	0.1191	73.36	700 – 930	31760	35330	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut Mitchell College New London, CT Based in New London, Mitchell College’s acceptance rate is 73%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 17.1% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 700 – 930 Avg. Net Price $31,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,330
21	University of Hartford	0.1043	95.79	1,130 – 1,320	30553	42581	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut University of Hartford West Hartford, CT Based in West Hartford, the University of Hartford’s acceptance rate is 96%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 97% of students attending the University of Hartford currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 21.6% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $30,553 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,581
22	University of Bridgeport	0.0938	64.31	960 – 1,170	26064	38575	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut University of Bridgeport Bridgeport, CT Based in Bridgeport, the University of Bridgeport’s acceptance rate is 64%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of Bridgeport, there is a 71% first year retention rate and......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 15.9% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $26,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,575
23	Southern Connecticut State University	0.0818	94.82	830 – 1,100	19870	45422	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut Southern Connecticut State University New Haven, CT Found in New Haven, Southern Connecticut State University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 52% of students attending Southern Connecticut State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 63.1% Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $19,870 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,422
24	Holy Apostles College and Seminary	0.0013	83.03	--	16073	63721	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index in Connecticut Holy Apostles College and Seminary Cromwell, CT Found in Cromwell, Holy Apostles College and Seminary accepts 83% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 0% of students at Holy Apostles College and Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.0 99.8% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,073 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721