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University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus

Waterbury, CT · Public · Midsize city · Website

Admission rate
87%
Accessible
Average net price
$8,616
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
51%
Median earnings
$82,098
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus is a public college in Waterbury, CT with 733 undergraduates. It admits 87% of applicants, and admitted students average 1060 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $8,616 per year ($4,092 for families earning under $30,000). 51% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $82,098 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
87%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test scores required
Fall 2024
Applicants
2,137
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,860
Fall 2023
Yield
13%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing480–600
200800
SAT Math430–600
200800

What University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus 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
$23,366
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$18,250
Out-of-state tuition
$40,918

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$4,092
  • $30–48k$4,378
  • $48–75k$5,045
  • $75–110k$11,618
  • $110k+$20,946

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

Outcomes

Graduation rate
51%
Freshman retention
78%
Median earnings
$82,098
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$20,313
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
733
Student–faculty ratio
20:1
Receive Pell grants
55%
  • White39%
  • Hispanic31%
  • Black11%
  • Asian12%

University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus FAQ

What is University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus's acceptance rate?+

University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus admits 87% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

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

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 480–600 on SAT Reading and Writing and 430–600 on SAT Math; the average total is 1060.

Is University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus test optional?+

Test scores required.

How many students apply to University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus?+

In Fall 2023, 2,137 students applied to University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus and 1,860 were admitted; 243 enrolled.

Does University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus consider legacy status?+

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

Does University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus require an essay?+

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

How much does University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $23,366 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $8,616.

What is University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus's graduation rate?+

51% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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