Choosing a college is one of the most important decisions a learner can make. The college chosen will influence career choices and form the basis for lifelong learning and friendships. Independent colleges are free of direct state control and can offer the widest possible variety of educational programs and services to students.
Most students receive some form of financial aid to help pay for their education.
At Connecticut's independent colleges, students don't learn what to think-they learn how to learn. These critical thinking skills, as well as the ability to acquire new knowledge and skills, to communicate effectively and to understand other languages and cultures, are at the center of a liberal arts education. Put simply, a degree from Connecticut's independent colleges and universities is an investment that keeps on giving, and that won't become obsolete with each new innovation.