Central Connecticut State University
About
Founded in 1849 as the New Britain Normal School Central Connecticut State University (CCSU) is Connecticut’s oldest publicly-supported institution of higher education. The school became the Teachers College of Connecticut in 1933 when it began offering four-year baccalaureate degrees.
In 2016, CCSU’s undergraduate and graduate teacher preparation programs were ranked as the highest-rated teacher preparation program in the state by ToBecomeATeacher.org. Comprised of four schools—Business; Education & Professional Studies; Engineering, Science & Technology; and the Carol Ammon College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences—CCSU offers undergraduate and graduate programs through the master's degree and sixth-year levels, and an EdD in Educational Leadership.
CCSU is a vibrant, learning-centered community dedicated to the liberal arts and sciences, and to education for the professions. CCSU’s mission focuses on development and application of knowledge and ideas through research and outreach activities. We prepare students to be thoughtful, responsible and successful citizens. Education at the undergraduate and graduate levels balances academic challenge and personal support, leading students to become thoughtful, responsible and successful citizens. The faculty's commitment to scholarly inquiry ensures the intellectual vitality of our classrooms.
- College or University
- New Britain, CT
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Central Connecticut State University’s Education Program not only helped me learn how to teach, they taught me what it takes to become an educator. They value the importance of providing educative, mindful, creative, and authentic content for all students. I am proud to say that I am an undergraduate and now graduate student at CCSU.
Dana Malave
Programs
Bachelor’s & certification
Undergraduate Teacher Preparation Program
48 months
Program Duration
In-person
Program Format
Pre-Test Required
Yes
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Program Info
Upcoming Deadlines
Deadlines
Program Start
Feb. 10, 2025
SpringSep. 10, 2025
Fall
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Application Fee & Annual Tuition
Learn how to get$100 Back
and apply for a$1000 Scholarship
$10,616
In State Tuition
$23,124
Out of State Tuition
$50
Application Fee
Ways to Lower Your Costs
Students at Central Connecticut State University have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Central Connecticut State University to see if you can, too!
CCSU Foundation Scholarships
Over 25 CCSU Foundation Scholarships are available to students once they have been formally accepted into the professional program.
Work Study
Work study opportunities are available for eligible students.
For more information visit:Financial Aid Office
Certifications
Biology, Grades 7-12
Chemistry, Grades 7-12
Earth Science, Grades 7-12
Elementary, Grades 1-6
English, Grades 7-12
French, Grades 7-12
General Science, Grades 7-12
German, Grades 7-12
History & Social Studies, Grades 7-12
Italian, Grades 7-12
Mathematics, Grades 7-12
Music, Grades Pre-K-12
Physical Education, Grades Pre-K-12
Physics, Grades 7-12
Spanish, Grades 7-12
Technology Education, Grades Pre-K-12
Program Semesters/Steps Overview
Program Hallmarks
Stats
Male
Female
26%
74%
American Indian or Alaskan Native
Asian
Black
Hispanic/Latino
Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander
White
Two or more races
0%
1%
3%
9%
0%
84%
3%