UConn Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 52.39%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1340. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $21,044
- Out-of-State Tuition: $43,712
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at UConn:
- Total Enrollment: 28,306, including 1,736 online students
- 20,056 Undergraduate, 8,250 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 44.9% men, 55.1% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 83%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 92%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 433 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 26 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 208 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Law School, Medical School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UConn Overview
University of Connecticut (UConn) is a four-year, public school located in Storrs, CT. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The UConn's tuition & fees is $21,044 for Connecticut residents and $43,712 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 71% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $16,048.
The school has a total enrollment of 28,306 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
UConn's acceptance rate is 52.39% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 15.41%. The median SAT score is 1340 and the ACT score is 31.
UConn ranked 63rd in National Universities and 3rd in Connecticut Colleges rankings. University of Connecticut is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of Connecticut is $21,044 for in-state students and $43,712 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $22,872 for in-state students and $44,784 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $21,745 for Connecticut residents and $44,401 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $23,571 for Connecticut residents and $45,472 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $21,044 | $43,712 |
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| Graduate | $22,872 | $44,784 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $21,745 | $44,401 |
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| Graduate | $23,571 | $45,472 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of Connecticut offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UConn
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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