Paying for College

A Connecticut College education is an investment in your child's future. It may be more affordable than you think.

• 48% of Connecticut College students receive financial aid
• We awarded more than $31 million in financial aid in 2012-2013
• 87% of our financial aid budget is in the form of grants, which do not have to be repaid
• The average grant is $32,860

Please visit the financial aid pages to understand our philosophy and the process for making Connecticut College affordable for you.

The fees and payments page lists fees and due dates for payments, and information about CCPay, the College's online billing system.

The College also makes available to parents a tuition refund plan and offers a convenient tuition payment plan.

Getting value from your college pick

Connecticut College President Lee Higdon offers advice to parents and students on their college search: How to find the best fit with the best education and the best value in this challenging economy? Here are some specific questions to ask to determine the quality and value of a specific college’s education experience.

Warning/Alert

The College feels strongly that no family should pay a fee to apply for financial aid. Keep informed about possible scams.