Quick Summary
Based in Storrs, United States, University of Connecticut is a public research university with roots dating back to 1881. Ranked #444 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 32096 students including 12% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Education, Agriculture, Sports-related Subjects, it maintains an acceptance rate of 55%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UConn is a premier public university offering the resources of a large research institution with a strong sense of community and elite athletic traditions.
Subject Strengths
EducationAgricultureSports-related SubjectsNursingLawPharmacy
Founded1881
TypePublic Research University
Total Students32096
Intl Students12%
Faculty Ratio16:1
CampusRural/Residential
Campus Size4400 acres
Affiliated HospitalsUConn Health,John Dempsey Hospital
AccreditationNew England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#444
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#351-400
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301-400
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's,Master's,Doctoral,Post-Baccalaureate Certificates,JD,MD,DMD
Programs
80
PhD Programs
25
Online Programs
Center for Clean Energy Engineering,Institute of Materials Science,InCHIP,Connecticut State Museum of Natural History
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate55%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL79
Min GPA3
GREOptional for most graduate programs
GMATRequired for specific MBA tracks
SATTest-optional
ACTTest-optional
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight leadership roles and community service; Early Action is recommended for competitive majors like Nursing and Engineering.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$42,000/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$16,500/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$38,500/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$80
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$58,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$12,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's,Master's,Doctoral,Post-Baccalaureate Certificates,JD,MD,DMD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Psychology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Economics | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Nursing | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Finance | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Biological Sciences | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$68,500
Average Salary After Graduation
91%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementVery High
Industry Connections
United TechnologiesPratt & WhitneyGeneral ElectricAetnaThe HartfordBoehringer Ingelheim
Notable Alumni
Ray Allen,Sue Bird,Diana Taurasi,Franklin Chang-Díaz,Meg Ryan
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Harry A. Gampel Pavilion,Rentschler Field,Mark Edward Freitas Ice Forum,Morrone Stadium
Student Clubs
600
Library Resources
Homer Babbidge Library, over 3.2 million volumes and extensive digital archives
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available