Southern Connecticut State University: what international applicants need

What are Southern Connecticut State University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Southern Connecticut State University admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Southern Connecticut State University's acceptance rate?

91.5% for students who started in fall 2024: Southern Connecticut State University admitted 8,052 of its 8,803 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Southern Connecticut State University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

Southern Connecticut State University is test-flexible for 2026–27: it accepts other exams in place of the SAT or ACT, and its testing page lists which ones.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

How much is Southern Connecticut State University's application fee for international students?

Southern Connecticut State University's application fee is $50 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Southern Connecticut State University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Southern Connecticut State University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Southern Connecticut State University accept?

Southern Connecticut State University doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Southern Connecticut State University require?

Southern Connecticut State University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Southern Connecticut State University require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Southern Connecticut State University requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Southern Connecticut State University have?

52 of Southern Connecticut State University's 7,252 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0.7%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Southern Connecticut State University cost for international students?

Southern Connecticut State University is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $27,378 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $13,438). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $14,938. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $48,064 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source