- Briarwood College is a private, coeducational residential college that fosters a student-centered philosophy and commitment to lifelong learning. The mission of the College is to provide students with a quality education that promotes the importance of liberal education, the need for critical thinking, good communication skills, a strong work ethic and success in their chosen careers. The College encourages each student to achieve self-worth and confidence, self-discipline, and responsible citizenship in a culturally diverse environment. Briarwood College advocates active student outreach and service to others in local and global communities.
School Highlights
Lincoln College of New England-Southington served 715 students (63% of students were full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 10:1 was lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 42% of the student body (majority Black), which was less than the state average of 75%.
School Overview
Lincoln College of New England-Southington
(CT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
0
Institution Level
Four or more years
0
Institution Control
Private, for profit
0
Year Founded
1966
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
Total Faculty
71 staff
115 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment
715 students
1,340 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
451 students
627 students
# Part-Time Students
264 students
713 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
594 students
352 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
451 students
627 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
23 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
264 students
323 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
92 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
204 students
550 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
2%
% Asian
1%
9%
% Hispanic
9%
16%
% Black
17%
20%
% White
58%
25%
% Hawaiian
n/a
20%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
11%
4%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.00
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,300
$34,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Private State Tuition Fees
$19,940
$21,887
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$25,135
$5,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,398
$4,400
Acceptance Rate
n/a
72%
SAT Reading
n/a
500
SAT Math
n/a
510
ACT Composite
n/a
23
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
- Founded in 1966 as the Briarwood Secretarial School, the institution became Briarwood College in 1979. It is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and the State of Connecticut Board of Governors for Higher Education. Briarwood's 43-acre campus, nestled at the base of Mount Southington, is approximately 20 miles from downtown Hartford, and is easily accessible to Bradley International Airport. The campus setting, while minutes away from the town and Interstate I-84, projects a picturesque and spacious quality. It is only a few miles from Queen Street, a major local thoroughfare offering numerous shops, restaurants, and services. Nearby is a popular amusement park, Lake Compounce, as well as an 18-hole golf course, fitness center, the Mount Southington ski area, and the headquarters of ESPN, the world leader in sports broadcasting. Our curriculum is structured and scheduled to encourage and facilitate lifelong learning. We offer part-time opportunities, evening classes, on-line courses, an accelerated Saturday College Flex Express option designed for working adults, and a variety of continuing education offerings through our Division of Lifelong Learning. Pool Tournaments, movie nights, International Day, club events, Gold's Gym workouts, holiday festivities and monthly calendars full of on-campus and off-campus activities keep students busy throughout the year.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lincoln College of New England-Southington cost?
Lincoln College of New England-Southington's private state tuition is approximately $19,940.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Lincoln College of New England-Southington is Connecticut State Community College Tunxis (5.6 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
271 Scott Swamp Road
Farmington, CT 06032
(860) 773-1300
Farmington, CT 06032
(860) 773-1300
5.6 miles
Enrollment: 3,320 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 In-state tuition: $3,866 Out-state tuition: $11,558 Minority enrollment: 97%
99 East Main Street
Waterbury, CT 06702
(203) 236-9800
Waterbury, CT 06702
(203) 236-9800
8.0 miles
Enrollment: 745 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Acceptance rate: 87% In-state tuition: $10,658 Out-state tuition: $30,838 Minority enrollment: 59%
Lincoln Technical Institute-New Britain
Private for-profit
200 John Downey Dr
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 225-8641
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 225-8641
8.8 miles
Enrollment: 928 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
750 Chase Parkway
Waterbury, CT 06708
(203) 575-8000
Waterbury, CT 06708
(203) 575-8000
9.6 miles
Enrollment: 4,673 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Acceptance rate: 70% In-state tuition: $3,886 Out-state tuition: $11,578 Minority enrollment: 95%
American Institute-West Hartford
Private for-profit
99 South Street
West Hartford, CT 06110
(860) 947-2299
West Hartford, CT 06110
(860) 947-2299
12.1 miles
Enrollment: 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
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