by our College Data Analytics TeamReview current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Western Connecticut State University, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
In the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Western Connecticut State University were $13,401 annually. Out-of-state undergraduates paid $16,901. That spread is what residency saves an in-state student.
Of those figures, the required fees were $6,403 in-state and $6,403 out-of-state; the balance is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,998 | $10,498 |
| Fees | $6,403 | $6,403 |
| Total | $13,401 | $16,901 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and leave out room and board.
Remember that a lot of students receive financial aid and scholarships that bring down the real cost they pay. The figures here are the published sticker price.
What will Western Connecticut State University charge part-time students? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the per-credit figures.
To put that price in context, here is how Western Connecticut State University prices compare to peer schools. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In CT | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Inexpensive | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Inexpensive | Expensive |
Against the nationwide average, Western Connecticut State University is about average on cost.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. See the Western Connecticut State University Financial Aid page for more.
Here’s how tuition at Western Connecticut State University has tracked across the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $6,162 | $18,436 |
| Two Years Ago | $6,464 | $19,358 |
| One Year Ago | $6,664 | $9,996 |
| Most Recent Year | $6,998 | $10,498 |
This chart shows the way tuition at WestConn has trended over the reported years.
Over the most recent year, out-of-state tuition moved up 5.0%. Holding that rate for one more year would put tuition + fees near $17,749 next year.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so the cost in your final year will likely top today’s number.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more context.
Tuition is just the starting figure — grant aid and scholarships often reduce the actual price families pay.
For a closer look at aid at Western Connecticut State University, visit the Western Connecticut State University Financial Aid page.