A private university by the name of Connecticut College is located in New London, CT. The foundation of Connecticut College was laid down in the year 1911. Connecticut College believes in imparting education and contributing to society by focusing on innovation, research, education, and commitment. The motto of the university is Tanquam lignum quod plantatum est secus decursus aquarum and its official colors are navy blue, powder blue and white. At Connecticut College, the total enrolment stands at 1,861. The school has a total of 183 full-time academic staff. These faculty teach different courses to the students. At CC, around 62% of the students are females and 38% are males. Further, around 99% of the students are 24 and under. The college has produced several notable alumni including Joan Rivers (Talk show host, Comedian), Angela Bowie (Musician, Model), Susan Saint James (Actor), and Estelle Parsons (Theatre Director, Actor) in its 109 years of existence. The school believes in the all-round growth of the students and therefore, encourages students to take part in several sporting activities, conducted inside the campus. Further, it boasts of a decent sports infrastructure. CC offers a total of 67 undergraduate and graduate programs, including both residential and online. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by NEASC (New England Assn. of Schools and Colleges). The total endowment of the Connecticut College is around $313 million (2019).