University of Connecticut-Stamford

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As one of the largest of UConn's regional campuses, in the most high profile and economically productive county in the state, UConn Stamford provides a top twenty-ranked research university education, delivered in the day-to-day climate of a small urban liberal arts college.
Graduate and undergraduate students study in various disciplines while taking advantage of the City of Stamford's remarkable landscape of supportive community and business partners. Additionally, with New York City and all it has to offer less than one hour away, UConn Stamford seeks to educate not only in the classroom but by creating bridges to experiential learning opportunities that will help our students prepare for future careers.
Students can start and finish 13 undergraduate majors on our campus or begin any of the 110+ majors offered by the University and then later transfer to the main campus. Further, the campus is home to graduate programs in the School of Business and one certificate in the School of Nursing. Our goal is to put students in a position to succeed by supporting them with all of the services offered by the University (tutoring, advising, counseling, career services, student activities, IT, and more), delivered in a personalized environment meant to address student needs and concerns quickly and efficiently.
Students may also choose to live in our new residence hall. Located just two blocks south of the campus, each of the 116 apartments is fully furnished with bedroom, living room, and kitchen furniture. Each apartment's kitchen has a stove, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, and a washer and dryer. Heat, hot water, air conditioning, internet, and cable TV access are all provided in the cost. Study space on each floor and space, including a game room and larger recreation room on the second floor and parking is available for an additional cost.
UConn Stamford's synergized relationships and opportunities in Fairfield County benefit our students, faculty, and the local community with engaging and thoughtful dialogue, content-rich events, and collaborations that lead to innovation, economic impact, and enhance campus life. By deploying many of the University's assets in Stamford, we create positive change and support the social, economic, and cultural development of the city and the state while preparing our students to the utmost.
UConn Stamford was founded in 1951 to provide education for GIs returning from the Korean War. It is currently located at One University Place, at the corner of Washington Boulevard and Broad Street in downtown Stamford and is easily accessible by car, train, or bus. National Geographic just ranked Stamford number 8 in the top 25 happy cities in the country.
The campus offers four-year undergraduate degrees in American Studies, Business and Technology, Digital Media Design, Economics, English, General Studies, Human Development, and Family Studies, History, Political Science, and Psychology.
Students seeking a comprehensive, outstanding education will find that and more at UConn Stamford. Through traditional classroom learning and unique hands-on experiences, UConn inspires you to be the best you can be.
The University of Connecticut is proud to offer several renewable merit scholarships for both in-state and out-of-state students with a record of high academic achievement and leadership. Students participating in the Guaranteed Admission Program also have a unique opportunity available through the President-to-President Scholarship. Incoming first-year students are automatically considered for most merit scholarships administered by the University of Connecticut, except the Nutmeg and Day of Pride scholarships, which require a school counselor nomination. UConn Promise Grants are reserved for Hartford and New Haven Promise Scholars.
UConn's rigorous majors prepare you for a lifetime of learning and accomplishment. You can select from nearly all of UConn's 110+ majors, completing your first 54 credits (typically two years) at UConn Stamford and then seamlessly transition to UConn's main campus in Storrs to finish your bachelor's degree. Or, complete your degree at UConn Stamford by selecting from a variety of four-year degree programs. Individual programs may require curriculum across multiple campuses to complete an approved plan of study.
Our vibrant campus is a home away from home. UConn Stamford's modern facilities provide the backdrop for a tight-knit community with plenty of opportunities for involvement and fun. Whether honing a hobby you have been doing for years or trying something totally outside of your comfort zone, UConn's various student clubs and activities provide you with boundless opportunities to get involved.
The Office of Student Activities at UConn Stamford enriches our students' intellectual, ethical, and social development by engaging them in community involvement and leadership opportunities. We are committed to providing excellent programs and services that promote student self-governance, respect for diversity, civic responsibility, and life-long learning.
UConn Stamford was founded in 1951 to provide education for GIs returning from the Korean War. It is currently located at One University Place, at the corner of Washington Boulevard and Broad Street in downtown Stamford and is easily accessible by car, train, or bus. National Geographic just ranked Stamford number 8 in the top 25 happy cities in the country.

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