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UCONN waterbury
Located in the heart of the city’s revitalized downtown, UConn Waterbury is part of a dynamic, urban environment filled with educational institutions, innovative businesses, and leading health care facilities, all contributing to robust opportunities for student engagement and an inspiring academic atmosphere. Known for its rich cultural tapestry, Waterbury is also home to a diverse culinary scene; nationally-renowned performance venues; an art and regional history museum; and year-round recreational opportunities that engage students and residents alike. This vibrant setting not only enhances the educational experience of those at UConn Waterbury, but also enriches the lives of those who call the city home.
750+
91%
undergraduate students of graduates reported having a positive career outcome after graduation
Among the nation’s
All about options
For over 75 years, UConn Waterbury has been a hub for health-related and community-focused programs. Choose from majors in business, liberal arts, health care, and STEM fields, or accelerated Nursing Pathway and teacher certification programs. Our location near two major hospitals and several non-profit organizations offers hands-on learning, supported by strong partnerships with non-profit agencies, businesses, industries, K-12 schools, and clinical sites.
UCONN waterbury 4-YEAR MAJORS
• Allied Health Sciences
• American Studies
• Business Administration
• Business Data Analytics
• English
• Human Development and Family Sciences*
• Psychological Sciences
• Urban and Community Studies
*Specializations include Early Childhood Education and Aging/Gerontology
supporting student success
At UConn Waterbury, you’ll be supported by a comprehensive network of enrichment opportunities and student services to achieve your academic and personal goals.
Research
Benefit from unique on-campus research opportunities supported by dedicated facilities and internationally renowned faculty, with projects funded by prestigious organizations including the National Institutes of Health, National Science Foundation, and Department of Agriculture.
Learning Communities
Students who join a Learning Community report forming closer bonds with faculty, making friends faster, and gaining access to special programming and leadership positions. La Comunidad Intelectual and Ideas + Impact are our two Learning Communities which allow students with similar identities and/or interests to connect with each other.
BECOME A HUSKY
First-year applicants must apply online through the Common Application or the Coalition Application. The UConn Application is recommended for transfer applicants. For deadlines and detailed application instructions, visit admissions.uconn.edu or email beahuskywaterbury@uconn.edu
Holistic Support
UConn Waterbury offers tutoring, mentoring, and workshops through the Academic Achievement Center (AAC), Tutoring Center, and Writing Center. The Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills, Student Health and Wellness (SHaW), and the Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD) further enhance student success and well-being.
125+ Majors, One UConn
If your program isn’t offered at UConn Waterbury, choose from UConn’s 125+ majors and complete your first 54 credits (about two years) here, then transition to UConn’s main campus in Storrs to finish your degree.
brown building living
Live and learn in privately owned student housing across from campus in the Brown Building. Enjoy fully furnished luxury suites; private in-unit amenities; and communal lounges and study areas for collaboration and camaraderie with fellow Huskies.
invest in your future
Ranked nationally for return on investment, UConn Waterbury provides a wide range of scholarships, fellowships, and on- and off-campus paid work opportunities to complement any financial aid, scholarships, and/or loans you may receive. For details about funding a UConn education, visit financialaid.uconn.edu
CONNECT WITH US
Whether it’s attending an on-campus event or a virtual visit opportunity, connect with us to experience what it’s like to be #UConnBound
