Established in 1911, Connecticut College is dedicated to providing its students with an academically and personally enriching environment. Connecticut College urges its students to "put the liberal arts into action," both in and out of the classroom. With a strong foundation built on the college's core values, including academic excellence, education of the entire person, and community service and global citizenship, students are encouraged to explore their world academically, creatively, socially, and spiritually through personal study and reflection.

Located on the banks of the Thames River in the historical city of New London, CT, Connecticut College's 750 acre campus is not only beautiful, but is also managed as an arboretum to help maintain its natural beauty. Ranked among the most selective private liberal arts colleges in the nation, Connecticut College has been cited as one of the nation's best colleges for fostering social responsibility and public service, according to The Princeton Review and Campus Compact.

In addition to its noted community involvement, Connecticut College is also renowned for its environmental awareness. "Green Living at Connecticut College" has established the school as an environmental model through recycling programs and several student groups, as well as the use of solar energy and the planting of an organic garden on campus, among other things. Connecticut College offers over 1,000 courses and 55 traditional majors, as well as opportunities for faculty-student research and funded internships. While the most popular majors are biology, English, government, international relations, and psychology, Connecticut College offers a little something for everyone.