Cheapest Mathematics Colleges in Connecticut

Mathematics programs in Connecticut reveal a dramatic price divide between public and private institutions, with net costs ranging from just $8,896 at the University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus to $32,681 at Albertus Magnus College. The state's four UConn regional campuses dominate the most affordable options, all charging under $15,000 annually while maintaining nearly universal acceptance rates above 92%. Connecticut's mathematics graduates enter a state economy heavily dependent on quantitative fields, particularly insurance and finance sectors centered in Hartford, where companies like Hartford Financial require strong analytical skills. Central Connecticut State University mathematics graduates earn $50,105 annually, the highest among affordable options and well above the state's $32,744 minimum for the field. The public university system provides remarkable value, with Western Connecticut State charging in-state students just $12,763 while private alternatives like Yale command $64,700 despite offering similar net costs after aid.

Programs

$8,896 – $46,274

Net Price Range

$40,629

Avg. Program Earnings

66.6%

Avg. Graduation Rate

21 Mathematics Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury, Connecticut	$8,896	$17,462	59.5%	97.9%
2	University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton, Connecticut	$11,504	$17,462	56.7%	97.4%
3	University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford, Connecticut	$13,339	$17,452	65.4%	97.3%
4	University of Connecticut-Stamford Stamford, Connecticut	$14,059	$17,472	56.9%	92.2%
5	Central Connecticut State University New Britain, Connecticut	$16,435	$12,460	49.3%	76.7%
6	Western Connecticut State University Danbury, Connecticut	$18,617	$12,763	50.2%	83.5%
7	Eastern Connecticut State University Willimantic, Connecticut	$20,480	$13,292	58.1%	73.8%
8	Southern Connecticut State University New Haven, Connecticut	$20,877	$12,828	47.8%	82.9%
9	University of Connecticut Storrs, Connecticut	$22,886	$20,366	83.8%	54.5%
10	University of Bridgeport Bridgeport, Connecticut	$24,786	$35,760	48.1%	81.5%
11	University of Saint Joseph West Hartford, Connecticut	$27,375	$45,908	69.7%	74.9%
12	Yale University New Haven, Connecticut	$27,818	$64,700	96.3%	4.6%
13	Wesleyan University Middletown, Connecticut	$27,888	$67,316	91.6%	14.4%
14	University of Hartford West Hartford, Connecticut	$29,558	$47,647	58.3%	82.8%
15	Albertus Magnus College New Haven, Connecticut	$32,681	$39,924	46.1%	80.5%
16	Connecticut College New London, Connecticut	$33,998	$64,812	83.7%	40.4%
17	University of New Haven West Haven, Connecticut	$34,089	$45,730	59.2%	91.2%
18	Trinity College Hartford, Connecticut	$35,009	$67,420	82.8%	36.1%
19	Quinnipiac University Hamden, Connecticut	$39,207	$53,090	77.3%	83.8%
20	Sacred Heart University Fairfield, Connecticut	$45,459	$48,460	74.5%	65.7%
21	Fairfield University Fairfield, Connecticut	$46,274	$56,360	83.8%	52.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Connecticut-Waterbury the cheapest mathematics program in Connecticut?

UConn-Waterbury offers the lowest net price at $8,896 annually, nearly $3,000 less than the next cheapest option. The campus maintains a 97.91% acceptance rate while providing access to the same degree as the main Storrs campus. Students benefit from small class sizes and direct transfer opportunities to other UConn locations. The program graduates earn $36,134 annually, matching earnings from the main campus.

How do graduation rates vary among Connecticut's most affordable mathematics programs?

Graduation rates span from 46.1% at Albertus Magnus College to 96.3% at Yale University among affordable options. The main UConn campus achieves an 83.8% graduation rate despite charging only $22,886 net cost. Regional campuses show more variation, with Hartford campus reaching 65.4% while Stamford manages 56.9%. Public universities generally maintain graduation rates between 47% and 84%.

Does Central Connecticut State University offer better career outcomes than other affordable options?

Central Connecticut State mathematics graduates earn $50,105 annually, the highest among all affordable programs in the state. This significantly exceeds the $36,134 earned by UConn graduates and the $32,744 minimum for Eastern Connecticut State. The university charges a net price of $16,435, making it one of the best value propositions. However, the graduation rate of 49.3% trails most other public options.

Where can mathematics students find the most selective affordable programs in Connecticut?

Yale University represents the most selective affordable option with just a 4.57% acceptance rate and $27,818 net cost after aid. Wesleyan University follows with 14.43% acceptance and $27,888 net cost. The main UConn campus offers moderate selectivity at 54.51% acceptance for $22,886. Most regional campuses and state universities maintain acceptance rates above 70%, providing accessible entry points.

Is student debt a concern for affordable mathematics programs in Connecticut?

Student debt levels remain relatively manageable across affordable Connecticut mathematics programs. UConn system graduates average $21,163 in debt, while Central Connecticut State students graduate with $19,500. Eastern Connecticut State shows slightly higher debt at $22,743 despite lower earnings potential. The state's public university system generally keeps debt below $23,000, reasonable given Connecticut's strong job market for mathematics graduates.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.