Message from the Dean

Thank you for your interest in graduate study at Central Connecticut State University. I am delighted that you are considering one of our outstanding graduate programs.

Graduate level study is the advanced preparation and mastery of a specialized field or discipline. At CCSU, you will find an environment that encourages scholarly inquiry and research, a commitment to excellence, and a spirit of creative independence. Many of our graduates develop mastery in their fields to make contributions to their disciplines and become leaders within their respective professions. Others have pursued graduate study here to enrich their minds and extend their knowledge.

The information contained on our web page will help you discover the breadth of offerings available

to help you reach your personal and professional goals. CCSU faculty and staff are ready to be your partners in whatever you choose as your scholarly endeavor. We are a community of scholars that share a commitment to advancing your education.

Applying to graduate school can be exciting as you consider the best fit between your aspirations and the field you would study. On behalf of the faculty teaching in our Graduate School, I wish you the best as you determine your goals for the future.

Paulette Lemma
Dean of the Graduate School
Associate Vice President, Academic Affairs