Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best schools in Connecticut including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2024-2025.
| Rank | Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yale University | Under, Grad | NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (5,576) | ✔ ($7,950) |
| 2 | Wesleyan University | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (3,006) | ✔ |
| 3 | Trinity College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,930) | ✔ ($5,880) |
| 4 | Connecticut College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,890) | ✔ ($7,300) |
| 5 | University of Connecticut | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (11,921) | ✔ ($6,186) |
| 6 | Quinnipiac University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (4,348) | ✔ |
| 7 | University of Saint Joseph | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (384) | ✔ ($5,782) |
| 8 | Central Connecticut State University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,512) | ✔ ($5,350) |
| 9 | University of New Haven | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,800) | ✔ ($6,468) |
| 10 | Albertus Magnus College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (352) | ✔ ($3,478) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best schools in Connecticut including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Rank | Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yale University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 2 | Wesleyan University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 3 | Trinity College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 4 | Connecticut College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 5 | University of Connecticut | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 6 | Quinnipiac University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 7 | University of Saint Joseph | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 8 | Central Connecticut State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 9 | University of New Haven | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 10 | Albertus Magnus College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best schools in Connecticut. Among 10 best schools in Connecticut, all schools are NAA members, and all schools are NCAA members.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yale University | NAA, NCAA | Ivy League | Ivy League | Ivy League | 19 athletic programs |
| 2 | Wesleyan University | NAA, NCAA | New England Small College Ath Conf | New England Small College Ath Conf | New England Small College Ath Conf | 17 athletic programs |
| 3 | Trinity College | NAA, NCAA | New England Small College Ath Conf | New England Small College Ath Conf | New England Small College Ath Conf | 16 athletic programs |
| 4 | Connecticut College | NAA, NCAA | - | New England Small College Ath Conf | - | 15 athletic programs |
| 5 | University of Connecticut | NAA, NCAA | Big East Conference | Big East Conference | Big East Conference | 14 athletic programs |
| 6 | Quinnipiac University | NAA, NCAA | - | Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference | Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference | 14 athletic programs |
| 7 | University of Saint Joseph | NAA, NCAA | - | Great Northeast Athletic Conference | - | 8 athletic programs |
| 8 | Central Connecticut State University | NAA, NCAA | Northeast Conference | Northeast Conference | Northeast Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| 9 | University of New Haven | NAA, NCAA | Northeast 10 Conference | Northeast 10 Conference | Northeast 10 Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| 10 | Albertus Magnus College | NAA, NCAA | - | Division III Independents | Division III Independents | 8 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of best schools in Connecticut including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Rank | Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yale University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 2 | Wesleyan University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 3 | Trinity College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 4 | Connecticut College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 5 | University of Connecticut | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 6 | Quinnipiac University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 7 | University of Saint Joseph | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 8 | Central Connecticut State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 9 | University of New Haven | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 10 | Albertus Magnus College | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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