Mitchell College

Mitchell College

437 Pequot Avenue - New London, CT 06320
New England Region
City Campus Setting
Very Small Size
500 Undergrad Enrollment
14:1 Student:Faculty
Bachelor’s Highest Degree
Accepts Tuition Rewards
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Mitchell College
437 Pequot Avenue - New London, CT 06320
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From Mitchell College

Mitchell College is a small, New England coastal college where an innovative academic model and supportive environment help students tailor their education to their unique strengths, interests and academic and professional goals, and learn the adaptability they need for living and working to their potential. Mitchell College is nationally known as one of the best colleges specializing in educating every type of learner.

If you value learning in an inclusive and diverse environment and would like to emerge from college with the skills you need to stay employable over a lifetime of change, Mitchell may be just what you're looking for! 

And sealing the deal? Our winning NCAA Division III teams, a performing arts program which includes an on-campus professional theater company, a pioneering career immersion model where you get practical career experiences all four years, a fantastic shoreline location, and destination entertainment venues.

Call 800-443-2811 or email Admissions@Mitchell.edu to arrange a visit or register for an admissions event. See www.mitchell.edu for more information.

You and your family have worked hard to save for college. Now, make your college decision with confidence!

Mitchell College
Mitchell College
Mitchell College

Neighborhood

Mitchell College's New London campus sits in a historic coastal Connecticut town with easy access to downtown shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues within walking distance. The area offers a quintessential New England college town atmosphere with local cafes, bookstores, and cultural attractions, while the nearby Thames River waterfront provides outdoor recreation opportunities. Students benefit from the town's manageable size and walkable streets, combined with proximity to larger regional amenities in the greater New London area.
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Very Walkable
Walk Score
40
Some Transit
Transit Score
55
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Health & Wellness
Gyms, Parks & Hospitals
Transit Access
Rail (subway, train, light rail)
Bus stops & stations
Median rent nearby: ~$1,365/mo

Admissions & Enrollment

2026-27 Application Deadlines Deadline  
Application deadlines are based on information from the college website or publicly available sources. Deadlines can change, so be sure to verify all deadlines with the college before applying.
  REQ Required REC Recommended CON Considered NR Not Required
Highschool GPA
Highschool Rank
Highschool Record
College Preparatory Program
Recommendations
Admission test scores
Personal essay
· REQ = Required
· REC = Recommended
· CON = Considered
· NR = Not Required
Freshmen Class Total Men Women Another
Number of applicants 1,295 49 % 50 % -
Number admitted 950 50 % 49 % 1 %
Number enrolled 83 66 % 33 % -
Does not fall into either of the mutually exclusive binary categories provided

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Majors & Degrees

Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Business Administration and Management
Hospitality Administration/Management
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Communication and Media Studies
Education
Education
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Elementary Education and Teaching
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences
Human Development and Family Studies
Health Professions and Related Programs
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Natural Resources and Conservation
Environmental Studies
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
Psychology
Psychology
Visual and Performing Arts
Commercial and Advertising Art
Associate
Bachelor’s
Top 10 in enrollment
Top 5 in enrollment
Top 10 based on enrollment
Top 5 based on enrollment
Area of Study Major Assoc. Bachelor
Biological and Biomedical Sciences Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography —
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services Business Administration and Management —
Hospitality Administration/Management —
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs Communication and Media Studies —
Education Education —
Early Childhood Education and Teaching —
Elementary Education and Teaching —
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching —
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences Human Development and Family Studies —
Health Professions and Related Programs Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences —
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services Criminal Justice/Safety Studies —
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services —
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities General Studies —
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Natural Resources and Conservation Environmental Studies —
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology Sport and Fitness Administration/Management —
Psychology Psychology —
Visual and Performing Arts Commercial and Advertising Art —

Athletics

NCAA Division III without football
Sport Men Women
Baseball
Basketball
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Track and Field, X-Country
Volleyball

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Mission Statement

Mitchell College, a private institution of higher education, provides a transforming educational experience. Within a diverse and student-centered community and with an emphasis on holistic student development, Mitchell College supports individual learning differences, nurtures untapped academic potential, and instills professional knowledge and skills necessary for students to contribute to an ever-changing world.