What division is Central Connecticut?

Central Connecticut competes at the NCAA Division I level in the NEC.

What GPA do you need for Central Connecticut?

The average GPA at Central Connecticut is 3.2. A competitive GPA is recommended for this program.

How big is Central Connecticut?

Central Connecticut has an enrollment of approximately 7,822 students in a suburban setting.

What is the acceptance rate at Central Connecticut?

Central Connecticut has an acceptance rate of 73%.

How do I get recruited to play at Central Connecticut?

To get recruited at Central Connecticut, start by building your athletic and academic profile on RawRecruit. Our AI Fit Score algorithm compares your stats against Central Connecticut's historical roster data across 5 dimensions. You can access coaching staff contact information including emails and phone numbers to reach out directly.

Central Connecticut

New Britain, CTD-INEC

Updated July 13, 2026

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NCAA Division I

Division

7,822

Enrollment

3.2

Avg GPA

73%

Acceptance

48%

Graduation

77%

Retention

What this means for recruiting: Competitive academics. Most recruits clear the 3.2+ GPA bar.

Central Connecticut is a NCAA Division I program in the NEC, located in New Britain, CT. We map football, basketball, and track & field at Central Connecticut, with Fit Score matching across 5 dimensions and coaching staff and roster history for football, basketball, and track & field.

Academics

Avg GPA

3.2

Graduation

48%

Acceptance

73%

Student:Faculty

14:1

Avg SAT

1,091

Retention

77%

Campus & Location

Setting

Suburban

Climate

Variable

Median Earnings

$49,016

Coaching Staff340 coaches across football, basketball, and track & field

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About Central Connecticut Athletics

Central Connecticut is a NCAA Division I athletic program located in New Britain, CT, competing in the NEC. With an enrollment of 7,822 students, Central Connecticut offers a mid-size campus environment for student-athletes. We map coaching staff and roster history for football, basketball, and track & field at Central Connecticut, visible to signed-in athletes.

The average admissions GPA at Central Connecticut is 3.2. The school maintains a 48% graduation rate.

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