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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In 2016 CCSU’s undergraduate and graduate teacher preparation program were ranked as the highest rated teacher preparation program in the state by ToBecomeATeacher.org.
In 2017 CCSU’s teacher preparation programs and their public school partners earned affiliate status from the National Network for Education Renewal (NNER), the highly-respected national organization known for its efforts to improve teaching and PK-12 education.

Programs

Bachelor’s & certification

Undergraduate Teacher Preparation Program

48 months
Program Duration
In-person
Program Format
Pre-Test Required
Yes

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Admissions Application Program

Program Info

The following Central Teaching Practices are the cornerstone of CCSU’s teacher preparation programs:

Central to Planning for Learning: Central teachers plan engaging instruction that is responsive to students’ needs and backgrounds.
Central to Instruction: Central teachers implement instruction that fosters student engagement while checking for understanding and adjusting instruction.
Central to Assessing Learning: Central teachers select and develop equitable methods to assess student learning.
Central to Creating a Positive Learning Environment: Central teachers build on students’ cultural, personal and community assets to support independence and interdependence in learning for all students.
Central to the Professional Responsibilities of Teaching: Central teachers interact collaboratively in professional roles beyond the classroom, developing goals for professional growth and a plan to pursue them.

Upcoming Deadlines

Deadlines
Program Start

Feb. 10, 2025
Spring
Sep. 10, 2025
Fall

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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

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$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!

Amount

Description

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

Art, Grades Pre-K-12
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

For more information, visit: Admissions

Program Semesters/Steps Overview

CCSU's teacher preparation programs are grounded in carefully planned and sequenced coursework that provides students with rich learning opportunities to develop the knowledge, skills and dispositions of the teaching profession. Thoughtfully designed field-based practice opportunities increase in complexity and culminate in a semester-long clinical student teaching placement. Field-based preparation opportunities are carefully sequenced across a variety of school placements and grade levels.

Program Hallmarks

Stats

Gender

Male
Female

26%

74%

Ethnicity

American Indian or Alaskan Native
Asian
Black
Hispanic/Latino
Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander
White
Two or more races

84%

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