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Investing in a CT State Education

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  • Temp Last Modified: 2024-11-01

Education is an investment in your future!
CT State Community College offers a great education at an affordable price, making it that much easier to reach your dreams. 

To pay your tuition and fees, find a
Bursar/Business Office on your campus.

Registration Updates

If you have a balance over $500 at any of the Connecticut community colleges, you will not be able to register for upcoming semesters at your home campus or any other CT State campus. Please contact your local Bursar's/Cashier's office or the Financial Aid office for assistance as soon as possible. 

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Free Tuition

CT State offers funding that covers the gap between federal and state grants you receive and community college tuition and mandatory fees.

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Financial Aid

CT State is committed to meeting your direct costs of tuition, fees, and books through need-based financial aid.

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Scholarships/Grants

Scholarships/Grants

Many students seek out scholarship opportunities to supplement college costs, including tuition, fees and books.

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CT State In-State Tuition Rates
2024-2025

Please note: tuition and fees are subject to change.

The estimated total Cost of Attendance, including books, course materials, supplies and equipment, housing and food, transportation, and miscellaneous personal expenses, is available here.

 

Credit Hours Tuition College Services Fee Total
1 $192 $116 $308
2 $384 $116 $500
3 $576 $116 $692
4 $768 $137 $905
5 $960 $158 $1,118
6 $1,152 $179 $1,331
7 $1,344 $200 $1,544
8 $1,536 $221 $1,757
9 $1,728 $242 $1,970
10 $1,920 $263 $2,183
11 $2,112 $284 $2,396
12 $2,304 $305 $2,609
Annual Full-time $4,608 $610 $5,218


* In-state tuition and fees for neighboring states (Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New York) at the following campuses: Asnuntuck, Housatonic, Naugatuck Valley-Danbury, Northwestern, Norwalk, Quinebaug Valley and Three Rivers.
**Excess Credits Tuition Charge - An additional flat tuition charge of $100 per semester shall apply when total registered credits exceed 17 for the semester.

Out of State Tuition Rates*

Credit Hours Tuition Services Fee Total
1 $578 $325 $903
2 $1,156 $325 $1,481
3 $1,734 $325 $2,059
4 $2,312 $378 $2,690
5 $2,890 $431 $3,321
6 $3,468 $484 $3,952
7 $4,046 $537 $4,583
8 $4,624 $590 $5,214
9 $5,202 $643 $5,845
10 $5,780 $696 $6,476
11 $6,358 $749 $7,107
12 $6,936 $802 $7,738
Annual Full-time $13,872 $1,604 $15,476

* In-state tuition and fees for neighboring states (Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New York) at the following campuses: Asnuntuck, Housatonic, Naugatuck Valley-Danbury, Northwestern, Norwalk, Quinebaug Valley and Three Rivers.

**Excess Credits Tuition Charge - An additional flat tuition charge of $100 per semester shall apply when total registered credits exceed 17 for the semester.

NEBHE Tuition Rates*

Credit Hours Tuition Services Fee Total
1 $289 $147 $436
2 $578 $147 $725
3 $867 $147 $1,014
4 $1,156 $179 $1,335
5 $1,445 $211 $1,656
6 $1,734 $243 $1,977
7 $2,023 $275 $2,298
8 $2,312 $307 $2,619
9 $2,601 $339 $2,940
10 $2,890 $371 $3,261
11 $3,179 $403 $3,582
12 or more** $3,468 $435 $3,903
Annual Full-time $6,936 $870 $7,806

* In-state tuition and fees for neighboring states (Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New York) at the following campuses: Asnuntuck, Housatonic, Naugatuck Valley-Danbury, Northwestern, Norwalk, Quinebaug Valley and Three Rivers.

**Excess Credits Tuition Charge - An additional flat tuition charge of $100 per semester shall apply when total registered credits exceed 17 for the semester.

Mandatory Usage Fees

Fee Description Total
Clinical Program Fee-Level 1* $511
Clinical Program Fee-Level 2* $377
Advanced Manufacturing Lab Fee (per course) *** (3) $200
Supplemental Course Fee Level 1 ** $108
(Supplemental Course Fee Level 1 + Supplemental Course Fee Level 2) - Max per Term - $430
Supplemental Course Fee Level 2 ** (2) $215
(Supplemental Course Fee Level 1 + Supplemental Course Fee Level 2) - Max per Term - $430
Material Fee *** (1) $54
Max per Term - $108

*Per semester; not assess Material or Supplemental Course Fee
** Per course; level determined by additional contact hours
Level 1 = 1 to 1.5 contact hours greater than credit hours
Level 2 = 2 or more contact hours greater than credit hours

*** Per course, where applicable
(1) Material Fee excludes advanced manufacturing and nursing courses, which have different material assessments.
(2) Supplemental Course Fee Level 2 is maximum per course and maximum per semester to $430.
(3) Advanced Manufacturing Program Fee with a per lab class fee of $200. No max - # labs per semester can vary greatly.

Student Activity Fees and Transportation Fees (per semester)

Campus Full-Time Part-Time
Asnuntuck $20 $10
Capital $20 $10
Gateway $20 $10
Housatonic $20 $10
Manchester $20 $10
Middlesex $20 $10
Naugatuck Valley $20 $10
Northwestern $20 $10
Norwalk $20 $10
Quinebaug $20 $10
Three Rivers $20 $10
Tunxis $20 $10
Transportation Fee (U-Pass Per Semester) (1-2) $40 $40
NV-Rides (3) $10 $10
Notes:
(1) Transportation Fee applies to all credit students at campuses except those who identify Naugatuck Valley and Quinebaug Valley as their home campus.
(2) Some exclusions apply
(3) For students identifying Naugatuck Valley as the home campus

Late Drop Fees

Late Drop:
90% of tuition and one hundred percent 100% of applicable fees for the courses being dropped is refunded between calendar day eight and census (20% of the term),

Late drop for abbreviated term (Summer, Winter, Late Start or Other Variable Terms):
90% of tuition and one hundred percent 100% of applicable fees for the courses being dropped is refunded between 10% of the term length and 20% of the term length.

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Register for Classes

Posted in Admissions.

  • Temp Last Modified: 2025-02-28

Registration Updates

Please note, if you have an account balance of $500 or higher at CT State, you will not be able to register for upcoming courses. Please contact your local Bursar's/Cashier's office or the Financial Aid office for assistance as soon as possible.

How to Register

Registering for classes at CT State is easy! Just follow the steps below.

  • To register for classes, please follow these easy steps:

    1. If you haven't already applied to the college, follow the steps for admission as a new, transfer or readmit student including applying for financial aid, setting up your myCTState account and completing the online orientation.
    2. Meet With Your Guided Pathways (GP) Advisor
      All new, transfer and readmit students are encouraged to meet with a GP advisor prior to registering for classes.
    3. Register for Classes Through myCTState
      Follow the instructions listed below for Continuing Students
    4. Get Your Textbooks
    5. Get Your College Photo ID Card 
    6. Sign Up and Attend In-Person New Student Orientation at Your Home Campus

  • To register online for classes at CT State, please follow these easy steps:

    1. Log into myCTState 

    2. Navigate to the card titled “Student Self-Service.”

    Note: If this is the first time you are accessing registration through myCTState, you may be asked to address an action item. Please click on the link that says “Review Required Action Items”. An example of an action item is to review and acknowledge the Student Enrollment Agreement. Once the action items are completed, you can continue to follow the steps to register. Use the “Continue” button to return to the registration process.

    3. Select the link titled “Access Registration Dashboard.”

    4. Select the link titled “Register for Classes.”

    5. Select the term you want to register for from the dropdown menu titled “Terms Open for Registration,” then click the “Continue” button.

    6. Select, which option to register for class(s).

    Option 1. - This option will allow you to type in individual CRNs

    1. Select the tab titled “Enter CRNs.”
    2. Enter the CRN. (To add multiple CRNs at once, click the “+ Add Another CRN” link.
    3. Click the “Add to Summary” button.

    Option 2. – This option will allow you to search for a course/CRN in the class search then add the CRN to the registration page through the class search option.

    1. Enter the course search parameters.
    2. Then click the “Search” button.

    3. Once you find the CRN you want, click the “Add” button.

    7. Once you click the “Add to Summary” button (option 1) or the “Add” button (option 2), your tentative schedule will display as “Pending” under the “Status” column. To confirm registration for the selected CRN(s), click the “Submit” button.

    You are not confirmed for the class(s) until you click the “Submit” button and you see the status change from “Pending” to “Registered.”

      Note: If interested in adding a Foreign Language course, you need to complete the Languages and Cultures Questionnaire before you can enroll.

      8. When the status changes to “Registered,” your course registration is confirmed.

      9. Make payment arrangements. Follow the instructions on the “Student Accounts and Billing” card.

    1. The Workforce Development and Continuing Education (WDCE) division offers a range of short-term licensure and certificate training programs and courses tailored to meet the needs of Connecticut residents and businesses. These programs, known for their high quality, cater to individuals re-entering the workforce or aiming to acquire new technical skills to advance their careers. 

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    Accepted Students

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    • Temp Last Modified: 2025-03-10

    Welcome to CT State Community College
    Your new home for academic excellence and personal growth!

    Congratulations on your acceptance! We are thrilled to have you join our community. This Accepted Students webpage provides you with essential information and next steps to ensure a smooth and successful enrollment process.

    Next Steps

    1. Set up and Log in to your myCTState Account

    You can find directions for logging into the portal for the first time here.

    A multifactor authentication setup is required. For assistance, contact the Help Center or call 860-723-0221. Please check your college email frequently.

    Select the Office 365/email link in the myCTSTate portal.

    NetID Finder

    what the net ID finder looks likeThis utility can be used to search for your NetID. Enter your last name, birth date, and last 4 digits of SSN or 8-digit BannerID, then click the button to search for your NetID.

    Look up your NetID

    5. Register for Classes and Review Class Schedule

    6. Finalize Payment Options for Tuition and Fees 

    7. Sign Up and Attend In-Person Orientation

    8. Get Your College Photo ID

    • 9. Obtain Your Books and Materials

      Access textbook materials through your schedule in myCTState portal.

    • 10. Participate in Classes from the START

      College policy requires students to begin participation within the first week or two of credit classes or be dropped. Refer to the academic calendar for deadlines.

      Online coursework information including course syllabi may be found in the BlackBoard application in the myCTSTate account.

    Accepted Students Resources

    Additional Information for Accepted Transfer and Readmit Students

    College Transcript and Evaluation

    Transfer and readmit students should submit an official transcript from any other college(s) and universities attended. To complete a transcript evaluation, students must be accepted or enrolled at CT State.

    Credits are transferred in from regionally accredited institutions only.

    Request your official college transcript to be sent to CT State Community College through a verified electronic service such as Parchment, College Board, National Student Clearinghouse, etc. OR by postal mail from the college or institution you previously attended.

    Out-of-country college transcripts (outside of the United States) must be evaluated for foreign education credential evaluation by a NACES or AICE Member Organization; a course-by-course evaluation/translation is recommended. CT State partners with SpanTran to offer credential evaluations that meet the college transcript evaluation requirement at a discounted rate.

    If you have any questions, please email CTState-TranscriptEval@ct.edu.

    Mailing Address:
    CT State Community College
    Attn: Admissions, Transcript Evaluation
    185 Main Street New Britain, CT. 06051

    Connect With Us!

    We are excited to support you as you embark on this exciting journey. Get excited, celebrate the good news with family and friends, and take a photo to share it on social media!

    Contact Us

    Orientation and Onboarding Admissions Staff

    For general questions or information contact: CTState-StudentOnboarding@ct.edu or stop by your campus One-Stop Enrollment Center.

    Jesselica Rodriguez

    Assistant Director of Student Orientation and Onboarding

    Tessa Slesinski

    Orientation and Onboarding Specialist

    Samantha Barnett

    Orientation and Onboarding Specialist

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    Become a CT State Student

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    • Temp Last Modified: 2025-03-10

    We’re excited you’ve chosen to start your pathway to success at CT State! Whether you’re pursuing an associate degree, taking courses to transfer to a Baccalaureate institution, or seeking job skill training, CT State’s dedicated faculty and staff are committed to helping you achieve success!

    Steps to Become a Student

    1.

    Complete an Online Admissions Application

    2.

    Apply for Financial Aid

    4.

    Meet With a Guided Pathways Advisor and Register for Classes

    5.

    Attend New Student Orientation

    Find Your Student Type

    Use the checklists below, ordered by student type, to ensure enrollment success.

    Explore CT State

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    Counselor Connect

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    Your CT State Community College Counseling Resource

    Counseling Your Prospective Student

    Do you have a student who’s interested in free college tuition, a selective admissions program (like nursing), or one of our other 300+ degrees and certificate programs offered at CT State?

    Today, CT State has become a popular choice for many high school students (and their parents) who want an alternative to attending a costly four-year public and/or private institution. Remember: By working with one of our Guided Pathways Advisors, students from CT State can easily form a plan to transfer their earned credits toward a bachelor’s degree program at both public and private colleges. Please visit the transfer planning page for more information.

    When applying, students will need to choose a “home campus,” typically based on its proximity to their home or work. However, now that all twelve campuses have merged, students can sign up for classes on multiple campuses and have them all appear on the same transcript!

    Visit Us!

    map of CT With icons marking all CT State learning locations

    April is Open House Month at all CT State campuses 
    Visit our event calendar for upcoming open houses, information sessions, campus tours and other ways your students can get to know one campus or multiple campuses at CT State.

    Student Services

    At CT State we provide important services geared to meet student needs and promote academic success at all of our locations:

    Learn More

    Check out our current Welcome to CT State Newsletter (coming soon)

    Contact Us

    If you already have a relationship with one of our Recruitment and Outreach Specialists at a nearby campus, please continue to work with them. 

    If you are not sure who to work with, please send an email to  CTState-AdmissionsRecruitment@ct.edu

     

    Helping Your Students Apply to CT State

    High school seniors planning to attend CT State must complete the following:

    • Apply to CT State

      When applying, please note the following:

      • Students should use an email account different from their high school email address.
      • Students who already earned college credit at CT State must fill out a new application but use the same email address.
      • Students must apply for a credit-bearing certificate or degree program to be eligible for free college tuition.

    • We encourage students to submit their own documentation.

      • Two doses of MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella)
      • One dose of Varicella (Chicken Pox)

      Students may upload proof of immunizations signed by their doctor to the application.

    When students fill out a CT State application, they will enter into a communication plan with reminders about documents and deadlines to become a student. If your students have questions or problems with the process, please have them contact CTState-Admissions@ct.edu.

    Learn More about Early College programs such as College and Career Pathways (CCP),
    Dual Enrollment and High School Partnerships

    Helping Your Students Qualify for Free College Tuition

    Known as the Mary Ann Handley Award, CT State offers funding that covers the gap between the federal and state grants students receive and community college tuition and mandatory fees. By receiving this additional funding, students who meet the requirements below are eligible for free tuition. This means students from all income levels and all cities and towns in Connecticut are eligible! 

    Eligible students must be residents of Connecticut, be high school graduates (GED and home-schooled students qualify), and must complete the FAFSA and all other financial aid requirements. Students must be enrolled either full or part-time in a degree or credit-bearing certificate program and, once enrolled, remain in good academic standing.

    Please note that tuition-free funding is available for the fall and spring terms only. It is not available for the summer term.

    Learn More About Free Tuition at CT State

    The 2025–26 FAFSA Form is Now Available

    Encourage your students to fill out their FAFSA today!

    Helping Your Students Register for Classes

    Once their application, official high school transcripts, and immunization records have been submitted to CT State via our secure campus portal, your students will be admitted as new students.  Please tell them to look for an official email and welcome packet with information regarding registration and new student orientation information. Registering early and attending an orientation (online or in-person) are key to their success!

    Counseling Your Students about CT State Selective Admissions

    CT State has eighteen selective admissions programs ranging from nursing to radiography to dental hygiene and veterinary technology. As selective programs, all require a specific list of college courses to be completed (usually with a C or better) to be eligible to apply.

    If you have students interested in any of our selective admissions programs, please encourage them to do the following:

    • Read through the selective admissions page to get an understanding of the programs, locations, required courses, and required GPA. Please remind them that all required courses are at the college level. High school courses with the same name do not count.
    • Fill out an Application Form and choose General Studies as their major. They will be General Studies students first before they are accepted into the program.
    • Once admitted, speak with a Guided Pathways Advisor when registering for classes, so they understand the courses they need to take and can be mindful of application deadlines when they have completed their requirements.
    • Attend an Information Session. Before applying, students are encouraged to attend an information session on their “home campus” (e.g., the campus where they plan to take the program). When applying for a selective admissions program, students may only apply to one home campus at a time. However, if they are eligible to apply for more than one type of program, they may apply to multiple selective admissions programs (e.g., nursing, radiography, and nuclear medicine).
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