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Serving the Nonprofit Private Colleges & Universities of Connecticut

Strengthening Connecticut’s Economy

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    14 member schools

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    11,700+ bachelor’s degrees awarded each year

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    33,000+ employees

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    $19.3 Billion dollar total economic impact

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    76,700+ students enrolled annually

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The institutions we serve are bound by a common commitment to quality instruction, and dedicated to collaborative efforts that strengthen the independent sector of higher education in Connecticut.

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Working to Keep CT’s Independent Colleges Vital, Affordable, Successful & Diverse Since 1932

The Connecticut Conference of Independent Colleges (CCIC) is dedicated to improving, strengthening and growing Connecticut private colleges and independent universities. CCIC serves its members through government relations, public policy development, research analysis, communications and coordinated member services.

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