A GUIDE FOR COLLEGE ACCESS PROFESSIONALS
2024-2025
IT’S ON.
College access professionals play a critical role in developing the young adults who will be our future leaders. Your support during this exciting time is reflected in the quality of the applications we read. As more amazing students apply to our University each year, it becomes increasingly difficult to select the next great class of Huskies — but we like a challenge.
In this guide, you’ll find the details you need to help your students navigate the college search and application process. With your guidance and support, becoming #UConnBound is within their reach.
IMPORTANT APPLICATION DATES FOR FALL SEMESTER
November 1
Application Deadline for:
• First-Year Early Decision
• Stamps Scholarship
• Day of Pride Scholarship and Nutmeg Scholarship (Connecticut students only)
November 8
Supplemental Application Deadline for Stamps Scholarship, Day of Pride Scholarship, and Nutmeg Scholarship
November 15
Application Deadline for Special Programs in Law, Medicine, and Dental Medicine
December 1
Priority First-Year Application Deadline for Merit Scholarship and Honors Consideration
Connection Opportunities
Mid-December
Notification of Early Decision Admission Begins
January 15
Storrs Main Campus First-Year Application Deadline
February 15
On-Time Financial Aid Application Deadline
Early March
Notification of Admission and Offers of Financial Aid Begins
May 1
Regional Campuses Application Deadline
UConn is proud to host a series of in-person visits and virtual events designed exclusively for school counselors, community-based organizations, and independent educational consultants. To learn more about these connection opportunities, visit admissions.uconn.edu/school-counselors.
Each year, the University of Connecticut brings together a diverse group of counselors for a university visitation and counselor enrichment program known as the College Counselors Forum (UC Forum). Out-of-state counselors interested in visiting UConn in fall 2025 are encouraged to complete our interest form by scanning the QR code.
HUSKIES HAVE WHAT IT TAKES.
Our goal is to select future Huskies who will contribute to our inclusive community, not only through their academic pursuits, but also through their leadership, integrity, and perseverance. Applications are reviewed using a holistic approach, meaning that consideration is given to the entire application. This allows us to gain a full understanding and measurement of a student’s potential to be a successful UConn Husky.
Admission Requirements
A strong academic foundation is the key to a successful admission application. The following college preparatory courses are required for all first-year applicants:
4 years of English
3 years of math (Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry or their equivalents)
2 years of social studies (including 1 year of U.S. History)
2 years of a single foreign language (3 years strongly recommended)*
2 years of laboratory science
3 years of electives
School of Nursing applicants: High school chemistry is required. College of Engineering applicants: High school chemistry or physics are required.
*UConn requires two years of documented foreign language study for students whose native language is English. For those whose native language is any other language, English serves as a foreign language. UConn accepts most commonly offered languages, including American Sign Language but excluding computer science. Foreign language courses at the middle school level will be recognized, so long as the study of that same language continues into high school. Applicants from schools that do not offer foreign language study, or who have been advised against language study due to a learning difference, will still be considered for admission, but will need to complete two years of foreign language study at UConn to satisfy a degree requirement for graduation.
A completed first-year application includes:
1. A Completed Common Application or Apply Coalition with Scoir
All first-year applicants must complete either the Common Application or Apply Coalition with Scoir.
2. Application Fee
Submission of the $80 application fee (non-refundable) is available through the chosen application. Applicants who indicate fee waiver eligibility on the application will have the fee waived upon receipt of the fee waiver.
3. Essay & Two Optional Le ers of Recommendation
The required personal essay, ranging between 250 and 650 words, allows a student to demonstrate writing ability while adding their unique voice to the application. Two letters of recommendation are optional, but strongly recommended.
4. Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR) or O cial High School Transcript
To ensure all applications are reviewed on a common academic scale, students are encouraged to use the SRAR to report their academic records.
A completed Self-Reported Academic Record is required of Early Decision applicants. Students who do not complete the SRAR option will submit an official high school transcript(s), which should include senior year classes, class rank (if applicable), and latest grades earned. Official transcripts are also required from each postsecondary institution attended, whether or not credit is desired or expected. Transcripts must be submitted to UConn directly from an institution, either electronically or by mail in a sealed envelope.
First-year applicants who do not submit the SRAR will have their grade point average recalculated by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions as a part of the admissions review process.
5. Standardized Test Scores (Optional)
First-year applicants may choose whether or not to submit results from standardized tests through the fall 2026 admission cycle. No admission decision shall be impacted, and no student disadvantaged, if a standardized test score is not provided. Applicants will still be considered for all majors, merit scholarships, and Honors Program admission, regardless of test score submission. Students who wish to have test scores considered must submit official scores directly from the test provider.
Institutional Codes: SAT – 3915 ACT – 0604
6. Immigration Status
The University of Connecticut is an immigration-blind institution. All students applying to UConn are encouraged to disclose their immigration status, which allows us to correctly process an application and provide certain benefits associated with a student's immigration status.
7. English Proficiency Requirement (International Applicants Only)
International applicants whose primary language is not English must submit official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or Duolingo scores.
Fine Arts Applicants
Programs in the School of Fine Arts require additional components paired with the undergraduate application for admission consideration. Requirements may include an audition or interview, or the submission of an essay or portfolio. Admission decisions to the School of Fine Arts will not be made until the Office of Undergraduate Admissions receives the results of a student’s additional requirement(s).
Home-Schooled Applicants
Home-schooled applicants should follow the first-year application instructions and may also be asked to provide a comprehensive outline of their academic curriculum including syllabi, a portfolio or learning log, and official college transcripts, if applicable.
Home-schooled students also have the option to self-report coursework through the Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR). Applicants should indicate whether the curriculum has been conducted under an accredited program, and documentation should verify that the home-school program meets the high school graduation requirements of the applicant’s hometown.
Apply early DECISION
Choosing to apply Early Decision (ED) shows a student’s genuine enthusiasm for UConn.
Admissions committees recognize the significance of this commitment, which can positively influence their decision. An additional benefit of applying Early Decision includes a streamlined application process, allowing a student to focus their efforts on preparing a strong application for UConn without the distraction of other pending applications.
Early Decision is binding. If admitted, students agree to enroll at UConn and withdraw any applications submitted to other colleges. ED applicants must submit a completed application and all supporting materials by November 1 and will receive an admissions decision in mid-December.
For additional details, including special circumstances, visit admissions.uconn.edu.
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TRANSFERRING CREDIT TO UCONN
Enrolling in Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), UConn Early College Experience (ECE), or Advanced Level (A Level) courses while in high school is an excellent way for students to begin to prepare themselves for the rigor of college work. UConn provides transfer credit opportunities for these courses, as long as a certain score is achieved on the exam. For more information on our transfer credit guidelines, visit admissions.uconn.edu.
By the numbers:
Among the nation’s
4.1
Years to Graduation
Fastest time to degree of any public university in the country
Middle
50%
OF ENROLLED STUDENTS*
Combined SAT 1220-1400
Storrs Main Campus
930-1210
public universities, according to U.S. News & World Report
organizations
24,000+ 16:1 undergraduate students across all campuses
Student-Faculty Ratio
There are fewer than 30 students in the majority of UConn’s undergraduate classes
Regional Campuses
Composite ACT 28-33
Storrs Main Campus
24-29
Regional Campuses
RESEARCH CENTERS AND INSTITUTES
NCAA Division I Athletics Teams
* Standardized test ranges represent applicants who elected to submit test scores as part of their application materials. UConn is a test-optional institution through fall 2026.
Standardized applicants of test-optional 1416
Average for admission
combined SAT score for Honors Program admission (2024) (2024)*
Standardized test averages represent who elected to submit test scores as part of their application materials. UConn is a test-optional institution through fall 2026.
ON TO ASKING THE BIGGER QUESTIONS
HONORS PROGRAM
We invite those students with a record of significant academic success and engagement into the Honors Program, one of several enrichment programs available at UConn. A tight-knit community of high achievers, Honors Program students throughout all 10 schools and colleges work closely with outstanding faculty in rigorous classes. The well-deserved perks include: faculty mentors, priority course registration, graduate-level library privileges, and Honors housing. There is no separate Honors Program application as all first-year applicants are automatically considered for the program, including those who do not submit standardized test scores.
Approximately
550
Huskies enrolled in the highly selective Honors Program*
* Statistics represent the Class of 2028 at the Storrs main campus. UConn admits a diverse and multi-talented class to the program each year.
Decisions.
Students applying to UConn are asked to select a first- and second-choice campus. If a secondchoice campus is not selected and we are unable to offer an invitation to the first-choice campus, an applicant may receive an acceptance letter with an alternative campus chosen for them.
CENTER FOR ACCESS AND POSTSECONDARY SUCCESS (CAPS)
(Connecticut students only)
The Center for Access and Postsecondary Success (CAPS) introduces students who are first-generation to college, and/or from populations underserved in higher education, to the academic rigor of a university environment while lending support to ease the transition from high school to college. Students are conditionally admitted to UConn based on their participation in CAPS. Successful completion of the CAPS Summer Program is required for these students to attend UConn in the fall. Students participate in an intensive, five-week summer program, enrolling in two UConn courses for which they may earn up to six credits toward their undergraduate degree. CAPS at Storrs is a residential program, whereas regional campus programs are non-residential, with students participating weekdays only. For more information, visit caps.center.uconn.edu
Storrs Spring Admission Program
(Connecticut students only)
The Storrs Spring Admission Program allows students to begin their UConn career at a regional campus, and then seamlessly transition to the Storrs campus starting in their spring semester. This unique opportunity enables us to accommodate some of our most outstanding in-state applicants that we could not accept immediately to the Storrs campus. To learn more, visit admissions.uconn.edu/spring-admission
VERTO HUSKIES PATHWAY
Verto Huskies Pathway is an agreement between UConn and Verto Education that provides high-achieving students who have applied for admission to UConn with an opportunity to study abroad in one of five locations with Verto during their first semester. Students then seamlessly transfer to UConn for the remainder of their college experience after earning a minimum of 12 credits during the fall semester and achieving a fall-semester grade point average of at least 3.0. For more information, visit admissions.uconn.edu/verto.
58,000+
first-year applicants across all campuses
UCONN AMERICAN ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE (UCAELI)
The University of Connecticut American English Language Institute (UCAELI) supports students with quality language instruction that enables the achievement of their personal, academic, and professional goals. A student may be conditionally admitted to UConn based on their participation in UCAELI. At the conclusion of this six-week summer program, UCAELI staff will administer an English proficiency assessment test. Once a student has achieved satisfactory English proficiency and earned the UCAELI Proficiency Certificate, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions will send a formal acceptance letter and a Form I-20 for academic studies.
Decision appeal process
Admission to UConn is competitive. Students who wish to appeal an admission decision must present significant new academic information that was not present at the time of their application review. This information should validate the application as stronger than when it was originally reviewed. For complete details, visit admissions.uconn.edu/apply/appeal.
GAP YEAR AND DEFERMENT REQUESTS
We understand that there are many reasons why a student may need to delay the start of their UConn education; whether it be to pursue a unique travel opportunity, to serve in the military or public service, or due to chronic illness, admitted students can request a deferment for up to one year by submitting the Gap Year/Deferment Request Form found in their applicant portal. It is possible for a student’s merit scholarship award amount to vary from the amount stated in the initial offer of admission, and merit scholarship awards are not guaranteed to students choosing to defer admission. Scholarship offers by academic departments, Promise Grants, and offers of need-based financial aid are not subject to assurance under the gap year/deferment policy.
FUNDING A UCONN
The University of Connecticut is committed to supporting all students — academically, socially, and financially. In fact, 70% of UConn undergraduate students receive gift aid in the form of grants and scholarships.
For maximum aid consideration, eligible students should complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) by UConn’s on-time filing deadline of February 15 using Federal School Code 001417.
2024–2025 Storrs MAIN Campus Estimated Direct Cost of Attendance
(includes tuition, fees, residence hall based on standard double, and value meal plan)
Connecticut Students
$35,424
Out-of-State Students $58,092
2024–2025 Regional Campus Estimated Direct Cost of Attendance
(includes tuition and fees)*
Connecticut Students
$18,140
Out-of-State Students $40,808
* Students attending UConn Stamford and living in on-campus housing will have their estimated cost of attendance increased by $14,858.
IN-STATE TUITION FOR CONNECTICUT UNDOCUMENTED STUDENTS
Undocumented students who are Connecticut residents may be eligible for in-state tuition and institutional aid (e.g. University Grants) at the University of Connecticut.
To qualify, a student must have attended at least two years of high school in Connecticut and graduated (or received the equivalent of a high school diploma) from a Connecticut high school, or be enrolled at a public institution of higher education in Connecticut.
For full details, visit financialaid.uconn.edu/undocumented-students.
EDUCATION
Merit Scholarship, Award, and grant Opportunities
All first-year applicants are automatically considered for merit scholarships administered by the University of Connecticut. UConn has a series of renewable merit scholarships for high school seniors with a record of high academic achievement and leadership.
In addition to these scholarship, award, and grant opportunities, a student’s financial package may also include departmental, state, and external scholarships.
AVAILABLE TO CONNECTICUT APPLICANTS
Day of Pride Scholarship*
Nutmeg Scholarship*
President-to-President Scholarship
Presidential Scholars Award for Valedictorians and Salutatorians*** UConn Promise Grants****
AVAILABLE TO CONNECTICUT AND OUT-OF-STATE APPLICANTS
Academic Excellence Scholarship
Leadership Scholarship
STEM Scholarship
UConn Award
AVAILABLE TO INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
Global Distinction Award**
Global Excellence Award**
Global Leader Award**
* Supplemental application required. Eligible applicants must be a Connecticut resident graduating from a Connecticut high school. Selection is highly competitive.
** International students who are studying in Connecticut and have a valid visa may qualify for these awards.
*** School counselors are asked to submit valedictorian and salutatorian names to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
**** UConn Promise Grants are reserved for Hartford, New Haven, and Waterbury Promise Scholars.
Day of Pride scholarship and Nutmeg Scholarship (Connecticut students only)
UConn is proud to award the Day of Pride Scholarship and the Nutmeg Scholarship to some of Connecticut’s most deserving students each year. Any eligible Connecticut resident attending a Connecticut high school who wishes to be considered for these highly competitive, full cost-of-attendance awards may apply for either the Day of Pride Scholarship or the Nutmeg Scholarship (not both).
STAMPS SCHOLARShip (AVAILABLE TO ALL APPLICANTS)
In partnership with the Stamps Scholars Program, UConn’s Stamps Scholarship is a full cost-ofattendance award that is renewable for four years (eight academic semesters) of undergraduate education. Applicants selected for the Stamps Scholarship will also be guaranteed admission to UConn’s Honors Program and will receive a one-time enrichment award to be used toward research and experiential learning opportunities.
Learn more about merit scholarships and awards at admissions.uconn.edu/cost-aid/scholarship.
All about
We don’t really believe in limits. At UConn, rigorous academics can be found in any of our 125+ majors. If a student is undecided or their passion can’t be found on this list, we offer options to explore our programs or customize their own.
OPTIONS
Accounting
Analytics and Information Management
Acting
Africana Studies
Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources
Allied Health Sciences
American Sign Language Education
American Sign Language Studies
American Studies
Animal Science
Anthropology
Applied Data Analysis
Applied Mathematical Sciences
Arabic and Islamic Civilizations
Art
Art History
Biological Sciences
Biology Education
Biomedical Engineering
Business Administration*
Business Data Analytics*
Chemical Engineering
Chemistry
Chemistry Education
Chinese
Civil Engineering
Classics and Ancient Mediterranean Studies
Cognitive Science
Communication
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Computer Science and Engineering
Data Science and Engineering
Design and Technical Theatre
Diagnostic Genetic Sciences
Dietetics
Digital Media and Design
Earth Science
Earth Science Education
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Economics
Economics of Sustainable Development and Management
Electrical Engineering
Elementary Education
Engineering Physics
English
English Education
Undecided?
Environmental Engineering
Environmental and Natural
Resource Economics
Environmental Sciences
Environmental Studies
Exercise Science
Finance
Financial Management*
Financial Technology*
French and Francophone Studies
French Language Education
General Science Education
General Studies
Geographic Information Science
Geography
German
German Language Education
Health Care Management
History
History and Social Studies Education
Human Development and Family Sciences
Human Rights
Italian Language Education
Italian Literary and Cultural Studies
Journalism
Judaic Studies
Landscape Architecture
Latin/Classics Language Education
Latino and Latin American Studies
Linguistics/Philosophy
Linguistics/Psychology
Management
Management and Engineering for Manufacturing
Mandarin Chinese Language Education
Marine Sciences*
Maritime Studies*
Marketing
Marketing Management*
Materials Science and Engineering
Mathematics
Mathematics Education
Mathematics/Actuarial Science
Mathematics/Actuarial Science/Finance
Mathematics/Physics
Mathematics/Statistics
Mechanical Engineering
Medical Laboratory Sciences
Molecular and Cell Biology
Multidisciplinary Engineering
Music
Music Education
Natural Resources
Nursing
Nutritional Sciences
Pathobiology
Pharmacy Studies
Philosophy
Physics
Physics Education
Physiology and Neurobiology
Plant Science (Associate Degree)
Political Science
Psychological Sciences
Puppetry
Real Estate and Urban Economics
Robotics Engineering
Social Work*
Sociology
Spanish
Spanish Language Education
Special Education
Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences
Sport Management
Statistics
Statistical Data Science
Structural Biology and Biophysics
Sustainable Plant and Soil Systems
Theatre Studies
Turfgrass Science (Associate Degree)
Urban and Community Studies
Urban Forestry and Arboriculture (Associate Degree)
Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
* All of UConn’s majors may be completed at the Storrs main campus, except Business Administration, Business Data Analytics, Financial Management, Financial Technology, Marine Sciences, Maritime Studies, Marketing Management, and Social Work, which require coursework at other UConn campuses.
Many students are still exploring their options when they arrive at UConn. The Academic Center for Exploratory Students (ACES) is an advisory program that provides a well-defined plan to explore a number of possible majors before committing to one. An experienced advisor helps students develop an academic plan based on their skills, interests, and goals. Students choose a major by the end of their fourth semester. ACES also serves as the academic home for students not yet accepted to UConn’s professional programs, such as education and social work.
Individualized Majors
Students can create a customized major that’s right for them, taking classes in any of UConn’s schools and colleges and graduating with an interdisciplinary degree from the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources or Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Special Programs in Law, Medicine, and Dental Medicine
Students may apply to one of our Special Programs for a coordinated curriculum that includes four years of undergraduate preparation with the ability to further their education and achieve an advanced degree within the fields of Law, Medicine, and Dental Medicine.
the power of The pack.
Having one of the highest percentages of students living on campus of any public university in the nation means UConn students build closer relationships with faculty and staff, become more involved with their peers, and learn what it means to be part of a community.
Learning Communities, including 16 residential
30+ 45%
of first-year students participate in a Learning Community
100+
housing options including residence halls, suites, and apartments
residency requirement
At UConn, the on-campus living experience is an integral part of a student’s education. That’s why we’ve developed the Residency Requirement for all first-year and undergraduate international first-year students admitted to the Storrs main campus. For details and exemption request information, visit reslife.uconn.edu.
REGIONAL CAMPUS OPTIONS
At UConn Stamford, students live in modern, apartment-style University housing surrounded by countless cultural experiences, restaurants, and entertainment venues. First-year students enrolled at UConn Avery Point or UConn Hartford can apply for housing on the Storrs main campus to enjoy a residential college experience while staying closely connected to their academic campus. UConn Waterbury students have the unique option of living in the Brown Building, a private rental offering a distinctive student experience across the street from campus.
One community, many cultures.
Students from 80+
countries and 41 U.S. states
Students from different states, countries, and continents choose UConn for more than just prestigious academics. They also come for our inclusive campus community, full of diverse viewpoints, histories, and perspectives. Here, we practice compassion, understanding, and respect. We embrace and celebrate students for who they are. Together, we’re committed to supporting each other as Huskies.
UConn’s seven cultural centers/programs support the social and cultural needs of our students, offering an atmosphere of support, guidance, and advocacy, along with numerous resources for the entire community. They also host some of our most popular student events.
African American Cultural Center
Asian American Cultural Center
Middle Eastern Cultural Programs
Native American Cultural Programs
Puerto Rican/Latin American Cultural Center
Rainbow Center
Women’s Center
UConn also celebrates religious diversity, with active places for worship and observance, as well as faith-based student organizations, on campus.
UNITED BY PRIDE
The intellectual and cultural resources of UConn, and our location close to the major hubs of New York City and Boston, make for a stimulating and inspiring environment for our students. Our picture-perfect Storrs main campus has everything they need (or want!) and a vibrant downtown is just steps away. Regional campuses located throughout Connecticut offer the same outstanding education. University housing is offered at our Storrs main campus or at UConn Stamford.
STORRS MAIN CAMPUS
REGIONAL CAMPUSES
Students at UConn's regional campuses can select from UConn’s 125 + majors, completing their first 54 credits (typically two years) at a regional campus and then seamlessly transitioning to UConn’s main campus in Storrs to finish their bachelor’s degree. Or, students can choose from select four-year programs to complete their entire degree at a regional campus. Certain programs may require coursework across other campuses to complete an approved plan of study.
STAMFORD
In the center of a robust business community, and just a quick train ride away from New York City, UConn Stamford students gain tremendous access to internships and employment.
AVERY POINT
On Long Island Sound at the mouth of the Thames River, UConn Avery Point challenges students with specialized programs that take advantage of its waterfront location and delivers an outstanding education in more traditional areas of study.
HARTFORD
At its downtown campus, UConn Hartford combines top-tier academic programs with the vitality and unique educational and service opportunities offered by Connecticut’s capital city.
WATERBURY
UConn Waterbury students grow and achieve through rigorous academic programs and community engagement in modern facilities at the heart of the city’s revitalized downtown.
CONTACT A REGIONAL CAMPUS
UConn Avery Point averypoint.uconn.edu 860.405.9000
UConn Har ord hartford.uconn.edu 959.200.3500
UConn Stamford stamford.uconn.edu 203.251.8400
UConn Waterbury waterbury.uconn.edu 203.236.9800
The University of Connecticut, a land-grant institution, recognizes and respects Native peoples as traditional stewards of lands. View our Land Acknowledgment statement at: s.uconn.edu/landstatement
Undergraduate Admissions
2131 HILLSIDE ROAD, UNIT 3088 STORRS, CT 06269-3088
860.486.1111 admissions.uconn.edu onestop@uconn.edu
Important Contacts
Academic Achievement Center (AAC) achieve.uconn.edu
860.486.4889
Academic Center for Exploratory Students (ACES) aces.uconn.edu
860.486.1788
Center for Access and Postsecondary Success (CAPS) caps.center.uconn.edu
860.486.4040
Center for Career Development (CCD) career.uconn.edu 860.486.3013
Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD) csd.uconn.edu
860.486.2020
Counseling and Mental Health Services counseling.uconn.edu
860.486.4705
Dining Services dining.uconn.edu
860.486.3128
UConn Early College Experience (ECE) ece.uconn.edu
860.486.1045
Enrichment Programs enrichment.uconn.edu
860.486.4223
First Year Programs & Learning Communities fyp.uconn.edu
860.486.3378
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) studentaid.gov 800.433.3243
Honors Program honors.uconn.edu
860.486.4223
International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) isss.uconn.edu
860.486.3855
Lodewick Visitors Center uconn.edu/visit
860.486.4900
Office of the Bursar bursar.uconn.edu
860.486.4830
Office of Student Financial Aid Services financialaid.uconn.edu
860.486.1111
Office of Undergraduate Admissions admissions.uconn.edu
860.486.1111
One Stop Student Services onestop.uconn.edu 860.486.1111
Residential Life reslife.uconn.edu
860.486.2926
Student Activities studentactivities.uconn.edu 860.486.8151
Student Health and Wellness (SHaW) studenthealth.uconn.edu 860.486.4700