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- School Code: 137800
- Phone: (203) 576-4000
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
65.63%FINANCIAL AID RATE
87%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
16:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
14FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$6,420Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Science Teacher Degree
Science teachers focus energy on understanding, processing, interpreting, and communicating science-based information. Depending on the teaching environment and school type, a science teacher may be required by the institution to perform specific types of research to help advance the field of study. Get more details below including other Connecticut colleges that offer science teacher degrees.
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Central Connecticut State University
126 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT
Central Connecticut State University is a public institution that has a fair number of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in New Britain, Connecticut, in a predominantly suburban area. Approximately twelve thousand students are enrolled per year at Central Connecticut State University.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Central Connecticut State University offers:
- Psychology
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Social Sciences
- Communications And Journalism
The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Most common exam scores among students accepted to CCSU are between 20 to 22 on the ACT, or 1380 to 1640 on the SAT exam. Central Connecticut State University admits around 60% of students applying. Of those students admitted, nearly 34% of students enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at ccsu.edu.
Tuition & fees at CCSU are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs around $8,900 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $21,000 per year. Housing is available for students and costs approximately $6,300 per year. Students attending Central Connecticut State University may qualify for aid which is typically grants and loans.
The mascot for Central Connecticut State University is the "Blue Devils", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
Students who would like to see more about Central Connecticut State University can visit their website at http://www.ccsu.edu.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Science Teacher program at Central Connecticut State University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in the agricultural sciences. Includes teachers of agronomy, dairy sciences, fisheries management, horticultural sciences, poultry sciences, range management, and agricultural soil conservation. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Career Outlook & Projections (
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According to the BLS, agricultural sciences teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.0% from 2014 to 2024
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in biological sciences. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, biological science teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 16.2% from 2014 to 2024
Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in forestry and conservation science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, forestry and conservation science teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.8% from 2014 to 2024
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in the physical sciences, except chemistry and physics. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, atmospheric, earth, marine, and space sciences teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.7% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the candidates Central Connecticut State University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Central Connecticut State University may provide student services like:- Online course work available
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Day care for children
Intercollegiate Athletics
Central Connecticut State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Northeast Conference)
- Basketball (Northeast Conference)
- Track and Field (Northeast Conference)
- Football (Northeast Conference)
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Volleyball