Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Storrs, Connecticut |
| Online | uconn.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Town Fringe |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
The University of Connecticut's main campus is located in Storrs, a rural area approximately 30 miles east of Hartford. Founded in 1881 as an agricultural school, UConn has evolved into a comprehensive public research university featuring a mix of historic New England architecture and modern academic facilities across its 4,400-acre campus. The university maintains competitive admission standards and is recognized for its engineering, business, and healthcare programs, with the School of Engineering and School of Business serving as major academic hubs. Students primarily reside in on-campus housing during their first two years, with multiple residential areas spread throughout the sprawling campus. As a member of the Big East Conference, UConn is particularly known for its basketball programs, with both men's and women's teams having won multiple national championships.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
UConn is rated within the top 20% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Connecticut within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#100 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#13 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Colleges in Connecticut
#1 in Best Public Colleges in Connecticut
#94 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Value Colleges in Connecticut
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1210/1420 |
| ACT | 29/33 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.74 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $80 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Connecticut Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $990 |
| Other Fees | $4,034 |
| Room and Board | $13,996 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,330 |
| Total One Year Cost | $39,682 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $990 |
| Other Fees | $4,034 |
| Room and Board | $13,996 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,330 |
| Total One Year Cost | $62,350 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 15% |
| Business | 12% |
| Health Professions | 8% |
| Engineering | 8% |
| Psychology | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=129020 IPEDS survey data for University of Connecticut.
Current students may use the University of Connecticut GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025