The front of Buley Library on a sunny day

Whether you are further developing an existing interest or charting an entirely new path, we commend your decision to pursue that first step by choosing to go to graduate school.

At Southern Connecticut State University, you will experience the highest quality of education with affordable tuition, caring staff, and dedicated professors who help you grow as an individual and guide you on your future endeavors. Southern represents multiple countries in our master’s and doctoral programs, and welcomes applications from students from around the world.

“Our mission is to serve humanity by enabling you to learn about the issues that matter to you and to the world around us, gain meaningful knowledge and diverse perspectives, develop an ability to make decisions towards the betterment of humankind, and take advantage of opportunities to lead a life of fulfillment, with self-esteem.”

A black and white photo of Southern's Campus from 1953.

History

Southern Connecticut State University (then known as New Haven State Teachers College) opened in 1893. We offered our first graduate program in 1954, thus beginning The School of Graduate and Professional Studies.

An emblem awarded to SCSU for being a silver grade military friendly school for 2024/2025SCSU's R2 emblem. It reads: Southern Connecticut State University, R2, Carnegie-Classified Research Institution.

Accolades

Southern Connecticut State University was recognized as an R2 School by The Carnegie Foundation in 2025. We have also been awarded the “Silver Status” in Viqtory Media’s 2024-2025 “Military Friendly Schools” list.

a collage of the 12 people who gave student testimonials

Student Testimonials

Students from a variety of different majors and background talk about their experience here at the Graduate School