Connecticut College meets the full demonstrated financial need of admitted students regardless of citizenship. For international applicants, awards are typically grants and—depending on calculated need—may cover tuition, fees, housing, food, books, supplies and health insurance. This is need-based aid, not an automatic full scholarship: admission is highly competitive, aid depends on family finances, and students must request aid during the admission process.
Connecticut College financial aid 2027: quick facts
| Study level | First-year undergraduate |
|---|---|
| Who can apply | Domestic and international applicants; this guide emphasizes non-U.S. citizens |
| Funding | 100% of demonstrated need for admitted aid applicants |
| Award type | Typically grant aid; the amount varies by calculated need |
| Application fee | No admission application fee |
| Admission deadlines | November 1, 2026 (EA/ED I); January 15, 2027 (ED II/RD) |
| International aid deadlines | November 16, 2026 (EA/ED I); January 15, 2027 (ED II/RD) |
| Deadline time zone | Not stated on the official pages |
| Separate scholarship form | No; request need-based aid and submit the required financial-aid documents |
What can the funding cover?
Connecticut College states that it meets full demonstrated need for applicants who request financial aid at admission, regardless of citizenship. Depending on need, the package may cover the full cost of tuition, fees, housing, food, books, supplies and health insurance. Aid is typically provided as a grant.
This does not mean every recipient receives the same amount. The College calculates each family’s demonstrated need from the financial information submitted. International students are expected to fund at least transportation and personal expenses.
Who is eligible?
- Applicants seeking first-year undergraduate admission for fall 2027.
- International students who request financial aid during the admission process.
- Students who complete the required admission and financial-aid forms by their applicable deadlines.
- Applicants with strong academic records, English competence and meaningful non-academic involvement.
International students who do not apply for aid when seeking admission should not expect to receive need-based aid later, except where the College agrees to review a significant change in family circumstances.
2027 admission and financial-aid deadlines
| Application plan | Admission deadline | International aid deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action | November 1, 2026 | November 16, 2026 |
| Early Decision I | November 1, 2026 | November 16, 2026 |
| Early Decision II | January 15, 2027 | January 15, 2027 |
| Regular Decision | January 15, 2027 | January 15, 2027 |
Deadline note: the official admission checklist gives November 1 as the EA/ED I admission deadline, while the Financial Aid office’s current 2027–28 international page gives November 16 for those aid materials. No submission cutoff time or time zone is stated.
Admission documents
- Common Application and Connecticut College supplement
- Official secondary-school transcript, including current-year grades
- School report and an explanation of the grading system, translated into English where required
- Counselor recommendation
- Academic teacher recommendations
- Early Decision agreement for ED I or ED II applicants
- English-proficiency result where required
- Verification of Financial Support for non-U.S. citizens
Financial-aid documents for international students
- CSS Profile using Connecticut College code 3284
- Parent tax returns translated into English, where applicable, or employer income statements if tax returns are not filed
- Noncustodial Parent Profile and corresponding income verification, if parents are divorced or separated
The CSS Profile has a submission fee, and Connecticut College says it does not provide CSS Profile fee waivers. Financial documents are submitted through the applicant portal after the admission application is received.
Testing and English requirements
SAT and ACT scores are optional. Applicants educated outside the United States must normally submit TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo English Test results. The College says successful applicants generally score around 100 on TOEFL, 7.0 on IELTS or 130 on Duolingo.
A first-year applicant may request an English-test waiver after applying if English is spoken natively at home or the applicant has completed three full years at a high school where English is the primary language of instruction. Approval is not automatic.
How to apply
- Choose Early Action, Early Decision I, Early Decision II or Regular Decision.
- Submit the Common Application and Connecticut College supplement.
- Indicate that you are applying for need-based financial aid.
- Ask your school to send the transcript, school report and recommendations.
- Submit English-proficiency results or request a waiver after your application is received.
- Complete the Verification of Financial Support in the applicant portal.
- Submit the CSS Profile and parent-income documents by the applicable aid deadline.
- Monitor both the admission and financial-aid checklists in your portal.
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Important cautions
- This is need-based funding, not an automatic merit award.
- Admission for international students requesting aid is highly competitive.
- Funding can be extensive, but the award amount depends on demonstrated need.
- International applicants must request aid during admission to be considered.
- Non-U.S. citizens are not admitted as first-year students for spring entry.
Frequently asked questions
Does Connecticut College fully fund international students?
It meets 100% of demonstrated need for admitted applicants who request aid at admission. Depending on calculated need, the grant may cover most or all billed costs, but transportation and personal expenses remain the student’s responsibility.
Is there an application fee?
No. Connecticut College has waived the admission application fee. The CSS Profile itself has a fee, and the College does not offer CSS fee waivers.
Are SAT or ACT scores required?
No. General standardized testing is optional.
Can the English test be waived?
Eligible first-year applicants may request a waiver after applying if they meet the College’s language or English-medium schooling criteria.
Is there a separate scholarship application?
No. Submit the admission application, request financial aid and complete the CSS Profile and supporting income documentation.
Official sources
- Fall 2027 first-year requirements and deadlines
- International applicant requirements
- International financial-aid documents and 2027 deadlines
- International funding coverage
- International testing and financial-aid FAQ
Related opportunities
- Hamilton College Financial Aid 2027
- Vassar College Financial Aid 2027
- Colgate University Financial Aid 2027
ScholarshipHubNow checked these details against official Connecticut College pages for the 2027 admission cycle. Applicants should recheck their portal and the official pages before submitting.
