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University of Connecticut

Storrs, CT · Public · Fringe town · Website

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Admission rate
52%
Accessible
Average net price
$24,342
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
84%
Median earnings
$82,098
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of Connecticut is a public college in Storrs, CT with 19,835 undergraduates. It admits 52% of applicants, and admitted students average 1348 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $24,342 per year ($13,649 for families earning under $30,000). 84% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $82,098 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
52%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test scores required
Fall 2024
Applicants
46,645
Fall 2023
Admitted
25,164
Fall 2023
Yield
17%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing610–710
200800
SAT Math600–730
200800
ACT Composite28–33
136

What University of Connecticut looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$40,744
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$21,334
Out-of-state tuition
$44,002

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$13,649
  • $30–48k$13,415
  • $48–75k$17,169
  • $75–110k$26,207
  • $110k+$36,552

Get a personal estimate with University of Connecticut's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
84%
Freshman retention
93%
Median earnings
$82,098
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$20,313
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
19,835
Student–faculty ratio
17:1
Receive Pell grants
28%
  • White51%
  • Hispanic17%
  • Black8%
  • Asian13%

University of Connecticut FAQ

What is University of Connecticut's acceptance rate?+

University of Connecticut admits 52% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for University of Connecticut?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 610–710 on SAT Reading and Writing and 600–730 on SAT Math; the average total is 1348.

What ACT score do you need for University of Connecticut?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 28–33.

Is University of Connecticut test optional?+

Test scores required.

How many students apply to University of Connecticut?+

In Fall 2023, 46,645 students applied to University of Connecticut and 25,164 were admitted; 4,189 enrolled.

Does University of Connecticut consider legacy status?+

No. University of Connecticut reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of Connecticut require an essay?+

University of Connecticut reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does University of Connecticut cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $40,744 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,342.

What is University of Connecticut's graduation rate?+

84% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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