University of Connecticut
Public university · Storrs, CT · 19,835 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
52%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1210–1440
ACT (middle 50%)
28–33
Average net price
$24,342
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$40,744
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
84%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into University of Connecticut?
University of Connecticut accepts about 52 of every 100 applicants (52%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1210 and 1440 on the SAT. A score at or above 1440 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1210, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 28–33.
The latest federal data says University of Connecticut requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Connecticut's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of Connecticut cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $40,744 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $24,342 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $21,334 for CT residents and $44,002 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$21,334
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$44,002
- Room & board$14,776
- Total cost of attendance$40,744
- Average net price after grants$24,342
Popular majors
Social Sciences, Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Engineering, Biology.
University of Connecticut FAQ
- What is University of Connecticut's acceptance rate?
- 52% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for University of Connecticut?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1210–1440. Aim for 1440 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for University of Connecticut?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 28–33.
- Is University of Connecticut test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of Connecticut requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Connecticut's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of Connecticut cost?
- About $40,744 a year before aid; $24,342 on average after grants.
- What is University of Connecticut's FAFSA school code?
- 001417. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of Connecticut receives your information.
- What is University of Connecticut's graduation rate?
- 84% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to University of Connecticut
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albertus Magnus CollegeNew Haven, CT | 59% | — | $31,731 | 48% |
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| CUNY Hunter CollegeNew York, NY | 54% | 1100–1420 | $1,051 | 59% |
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