University of Connecticut

The University of Connecticut is one of the top public research universities in the nation, with more than 30,000 students pursuing answers to critical questions in labs, lecture halls, and the community. A culture of innovation unites knowledge exploration throughout the University'sUniversity's network of campuses. An unprecedented commitment from the state of Connecticut ensures UConn attracts internationally renowned faculty and the world's world's brightest students. A tradition of coaching winning athletes makes UConn a standout in Division l sports and fuels our academic spirit. As a vibrant, progressive leader, UConn fosters a diverse and dynamic culture that meets a changing global society'ssociety's challenges.
Be successful while you do what you love. With a broad range of rigorous majors to choose from, you will be prepared for whatever direction you want life to take you. Working alongside high-achieving students means you will be part of a community that's passionate about learning and fueled by success.
From scientists to artists to human rights activists, our faculty members are world-renowned, advising, and mentoring students who take the initiative to pursue excellence. Success is not limited to the classroom at UConn. Our students contribute more than a million hours to community service annually. They participate in education abroad programs throughout the world. Our NCAA Division I sports teams are champions on and off the field. And our network of alumni is eager to help you achieve your career goals.
Incoming first-year students are automatically considered for most merit scholarships, making the goal of affordability that much easier for you. And UConn employs students each year in nearly every University department, allowing students to offset the cost of college and gain valuable work experience.
Learning and academics are about exploring the things that interest you, growing with that knowledge, and finding the path on which you will be most successful. With 14 schools and colleges and more than 100 undergraduate majors, you will find what you are looking for at UConn. And what if you come up with something unique to study? You can create your own major.
Whether you want to learn from the past by studying history or you want to set the course for the future with groundbreaking scientific research, learning opportunities here abound. Challenge yourself to reach new academic heights in rigorous courses taught by our expert faculty. Take advantage of undergraduate research awards, including the Summer Undergraduate Research Fund or UConn IDEA Grants study in a lab or pursue a creative endeavor. Push yourself further, supplementing traditional coursework with enrichment such as Education Abroad or our acclaimed Honors Program.
Joining a Learning Community is one way to create a small world on a large campus. You will live on the same floor, eat in the same cafeteria, and take the same classes with students who share your interests and passions.
While more of the nation's' nation's best and brightest choose UConn each year, those at the top of their high school graduating classes are invited to join the prestigious Honors Program. Honors students take exclusive classes, conduct original research, enjoy graduate-level library privileges, and reside in UConn UConn's Honors Program Learning Community.
Storrs is a town-within-a-town, and there, there is plenty here to make you feel at home. A diverse community, countless activities and forms of entertainment, and UConn Husky sporting events are just the tip of the iceberg.
Make our large community smaller by getting involved in a club or organization or living among your peers with common interests in one of our Learning Communities. Learn about other cultures through our five cultural centers.
Of course, what is college without some fun? At UConn, we offer plenty of popular, safe, and free activities right here on campus. With a movie theater, game room, TV lounges, and food, instead, the Student Union has it all. Rather view an art exhibit or check out a stand-up comedian? We have got that, too. Dozens of open mics, plays, and concerts provide a much-deserved break.
We have dining options for every taste, ranging from buffet-style fast-casuals and take-out "Grab-N-Gos" to sit-down restaurants, fast food, and "fast casual" chains. The addition of Storrs Downtown, a new downtown full of shops and restaurants, has livened up the area even more.
From academic, volunteer, performance, sporting, and many special interest groups, the Involvement Fair offers the opportunity to find out what great organizations await! Getting involved can help you make friends, build your resume, expand your horizons, develop your leadership skills, and have fun, all while doing something that interests you.
At UConn, our faculty, staff, and students are dedicated to learning more about the world around them through research. That is what makes us one of the nation'snation's Top 25 public universities. With annual expenditures over $200 million, collaborative research is carried out within the departments of our 14 schools and colleges and at our more than 80 research centers and institutes.
Late in 1880, brothers, Charles and Augustus Storrs donated land and money to start an agricultural school in Connecticut. More than 130 years later, the University of Connecticut has become one of the nation's top 20 public universities.