University of Connecticut-Waterbury

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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 UConn Waterbury; you will get all the benefits of a prestigious public research university in a small college setting. For more than 70 years, UConn Waterbury has opened the doors to educational access and excellence for thousands of Connecticut residents. Today, the campus is located in a leading-edge facility in the heart of Waterbury's revitalized downtown.
Our mission is to promote the personal growth of students of all ages and economic circumstances through intellectual achievement, enhanced leadership skills, and workforce development. The campus provides access to lifelong learning and community engagement through its academic programs. It provides entry to the more than one hundred undergraduate programs available at the University of Connecticut. Our website lists the various undergraduate and graduate degrees offered explicitly on the Waterbury campus. The Waterbury regional campus is committed to developing meaningful interaction between its student body, faculty, and community.
Our outstanding faculty and staff are ready to help you attain your higher education goals. We look forward to seeing you on the UConn Waterbury campus.
Public engagement is an essential component of a land-grant university. The University of Connecticut at Waterbury recognizes, supports, and encourages service, outreach, and public engagement through a wide variety of activities and programs. Members of the UConn-Waterbury community routinely collaborate with business and community partners to impact every aspect of daily life in towns and cities throughout the Greater Waterbury area.
Students seeking a comprehensive, outstanding education will find that and more at UConn Waterbury. Through classroom learning and unique hands-on experiences, UConn inspires you to be the best you can be.
We have emerged as a nationally ranked university that educates talented students of diverse personal histories, perspectives, and interests. Our graduates contribute in vastly different ways to our state, the nation, and the world, serving as creative leaders in industries, educational institutions, healthcare, government, and nonprofit foundations. When we consider what we hope for our students, we hope they will emerge as creators of the future, not mere observers.
Be part of a community of students and alumni who are proud to be UConn Huskies. Each year, our incoming class is more academically competitive and diverse than the last. And that kind of success builds a tradition of excellence and pride.
UConn's rigorous majors prepare you for a lifetime of learning and accomplishment. You can select from various UConn's 110+ majors, completing your first 54 credits (typically two years) at UConn Waterbury and then seamlessly transition to UConn's main campus in Storrs to finish your bachelor's degree. Or, complete your degree at UConn Waterbury by selecting from several four-year degree programs. Individual programs may require curriculum across multiple campuses to complete an approved plan of study.
Students seeking a comprehensive, outstanding education will find that and more at UConn Waterbury. Through traditional classroom learning and unique hands-on experiences, UConn inspires you to be the best you can be.
UConn's rigorous majors prepare students for a lifetime of learning and accomplishment. Students can select from nearly all of UConn's 110+ majors, completing their first 54 credits (typically in two years) at UConn Waterbury and then seamlessly transition to UConn's main campus in Storrs to finish their bachelor's degrees.
The University of Connecticut offers post-baccalaureate and graduate studies in more than 100 subject areas, and we enroll nearly 7,000 students in doctoral, masters, and certificate programs. Please contact the program directly for admissions information.
Our vibrant campus is a home away from home. UConn Waterbury's facilities provide the backdrop for a tight-knit community of supportive, nurturing students and faculty, with plenty of fun, too.
The University of Connecticut is committed to achieving equal educational opportunity and full participation for persons with disabilities. It is the policy that no qualified person be excluded from participating in any University program or activity or otherwise be subjected to discrimination about any University program or activity.
The Waterbury Campus offers short-term, on-site personal counseling services for students enrolled at UConn Waterbury. Dr. Valerie Dripchak is a licensed clinical social worker with experiences in working with college students. All sessions are confidential unless the student gives written permission to disclose specific information or when the statutory law mandates disclosure. Washington Boulevard and Broad Street in downtown Stamford are 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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