University of Connecticut
- AOverall Grade
- 4 Year
- Storrs, CT
- 2,966 reviews
- AcademicsA
- ValueA
- DiversityA
- CampusB
- AthleticsA+
- Party SceneA-
- ProfessorsB+
- LocationC
- DormsC+
- Campus FoodB+
- Student LifeA-
- SafetyB-
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FBS
Athletic Conference
Big East Conference
University of Connecticut Rankings
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Admissions
Acceptance Rate
48%
SAT Range
1210-1390
ACT Range
26-31
Application Fee
$80
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
No
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Cost
Net Price
$18,699/ year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
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Academics
Professors
B+
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Student Faculty Ratio
16:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
- 76%
- of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.180 responses
- 43%
- of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.186 responses
- 52%
- of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.186 responses
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Majors
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
18,555Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
2%
Pell Grant
20%
Varsity Athletes
4%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
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Poll
- 55%
- of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.238 responses
Poll
- 59%
- of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.288 responses
After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$55,800/ year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
83%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
94%
National
83%- 86%
- of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.125 responses
University of Connecticut Reviews
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I like UConn because it really gives ample opportunities for anyone to pursue their interests and diverge further in that field. It is very diverse with people from all around the world. The professors are very helpful and there is a common theme of "the mission to education" where every person is working with another to improve the educational experience for everyone.
Although having large classes might be an advantage for some people, it minimizes the interaction between the students, which could be improved. Students don't interact very well in classes and rely on extracurricular activities or living on campus to get to know more people. Additionally, another area where the university can improve is the campus food! The dining halls don't present a variety of options, which makes it hard for some people to find what is right for them.
Although having large classes might be an advantage for some people, it minimizes the interaction between the students, which could be improved. Students don't interact very well in classes and rely on extracurricular activities or living on campus to get to know more people. Additionally, another area where the university can improve is the campus food! The dining halls don't present a variety of options, which makes it hard for some people to find what is right for them.
Around this time last year I was extremely nervous to be embarking on a new journey called college. At such a large campus, I had no idea what to expect. Would I get lost going to class? Would I make friends? Would my roommate be a total freak? As an incoming freshman, we have all feared the terrifying scenerios but I am stoked to say that my experience was unimaginable. With the help of my hands on advisor, I took amazing classes with state of the art professors who helped mold me into a better student today. I really got to explore my options at Uconn and I even changed my major! Never be afraid to try something new! There are such great resources at Uconn to help you fulfill your needs. By the end of the year I made long-lasting friendships, got super involved in amazing clubs and work opportunities. Choosing Uconn was one of the best decisions I have ever made!
UConn does an exceptional job maintaining a beautiful campus, with an active student population. The university is performing leading research in many fields, including STEM. The universities Men's and Women's Rugby teams are leaders in the region. The school facilitates a moderately diverse student population. While many of the professors are lacking as teachers, the course-work is accessible to the everyday student, and those who wish to drive their knowledge further are able to do so with sufficient self-motivation. The party scene is unfortunately in decline, as the school has recently enacted policies in conjunction with the state police to crack down on off-campus parties in the surrounding town. The advocacy against sexual assault on college campuses is unfortunately not strong on campus, and a significant number of sexual assaults go unreported due to the perceived lack of support from the administration of the university.