Mission

Central Connecticut State University is a community of learners dedicated to teaching and scholarship that emphasizes development and application of knowledge and ideas through research and outreach activities, and prepares students to be thoughtful, responsible and successful citizens.  As a comprehensive public university, we provide broad access to quality degree programs at the baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral levels.

Elements of Distinction

CCSU identifies the following as among its elements of distinction within the Connecticut State University system of four constituent universities:

        International Education

        Workforce and State Economic Development

        Community Engagement

        Interdisciplinary Studies and Cross-Cultural Initiatives

Vision

Central Connecticut State University aspires to be recognized for:

        graduating broadly educated, culturally and globally aware students who will contribute meaningfully to their communities as engaged professionals and citizens; 

        contributing to knowledge through scholarship; and

        fostering societal improvement through responsive and innovative programs.