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Specialized Resources

Below you’ll find a series of short videos from our admission counselors on all the topics we cover in our on-campus information sessions (when we can have them). Watch them all or pick the ones you’re most interested in. If you have a question, the counselor’s name and email appear at the end of the video so you can reach out for an answer.

The Admission Process at Conn

What we require in your application and the holistic process by which we review it.
(Since this video was filmed, our application deadline for RD and ED II has been extended to Jan. 15, 2022!)

Write Your Best Essay

How the Office of Admission assesses your Common Application essay, plus tips for writing a compelling story.

Conn is Test-Optional

To submit or not to submit standardized test scores? We offer some insight.

Demonstrating Your Interest

How you can (and why you should) show us you’re interested in Conn.

Financial Aid and Merit
Scholarships

A look at our need-based financial aid packages and how we award merit scholarships.

Our Connections Curriculum and Integrative Education

Conn’s unique approach to the liberal arts weaves together all aspects of college life.

The First-Year Experience

Conn students are academically challenged and fully supported beginning in their first year, and that includes working with their own team of advisers.

Pathways and Centers

Students can enhance their academic experience through an Integrative Pathway or a center for interdisciplinary scholarship.

Global Engagement

Conn approaches learning through a global lens: abroad, in the classroom and in our local communities.

The Honor Code and Shared Governance

Our Honor Code defines our community and leads to shared governance on campus.

Career Development

The Hale Center for Career Development provides personalized career preparation throughout all four years of a Conn education.

Alumni Highlights and Student Outcomes

Our alumni do a variety of amazing things with their Conn degrees and most kick off their careers right after graduating.

Transfer Admission

Looking to switch schools? Here’s what you need to know about the transfer admission process.

International Admission

An overview of the admission process for international students.

Living And Learning In New London

Our students find a lot to do—and a sense of place—in our hometown of New London and the surrounding communities.

For more helpful videos, visit our Camel Clips page.

Camel Clips were created for the incoming Class of 2024, but they contain great information for you as well.