University of Connecticut
The University of Connecticut is a public land-grant research university in Storrs, the flagship of the state's public system, set on a nearly 4,000-acre campus in the rural northeastern corner of Connecticut. About 52% of roughly 55,500 applicants are admitted, and the 20,056 undergraduates make it the largest university in the state. Enrolled first-years who submitted scores posted middle-50% SATs of 1220–1420, and 47% ranked in the top tenth of their high school class. Business and marketing, the social sciences, and the health professions are the most-conferred bachelor's fields, and UConn holds a 92% first-year retention rate.
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UConn admissions statistics
Acceptance Rate
Total applicants, admitted students, and enrolled students for the most recent admission cycle.
Early Decision
UConn offers binding Early Decision. Applying early can meaningfully change your odds — but ED commits you to enroll if admitted.
Standardized Tests
UConn is currently test-optional — you may apply without submitting scores.
SAT Accepted?
ACT Accepted?
Test Optional?
SAT Scores
ACT Scores
Class Rank
Where UConn's enrolled first-years placed in their high school graduating class.
Based on the 35.28% of enrolled students who reported a class rank. UConn does not publish an average GPA.
Admissions Factors
How UConn weighs each part of your application.
Rigor of High School Record
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Application Essay
Recommendations
Extracurricular Activities
Character / Personal Qualities
Talent / Ability
First Generation
Level of Applicant's Interest
Class Rank
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Geographical Residence
State Residency
Alumni Relation
Racial / Ethnic Status
Religious Affiliation
Cost of Attendance
Estimated full-time annual cost from UConn's Common Data Set. Only tuition changes with residency.
Out-of-state students pay $22,668 more — entirely in tuition. Room, board, and other costs are identical regardless of residency.
Financial Aid
Need-based aid statistics for full-time first-year students.
Major Distribution
Bachelor's degrees awarded in the past year by academic major.
Student Diversity
Racial and ethnic breakdown of enrolled undergraduate students.
Student-Faculty Ratio
The number of students for every one faculty member, indicating the average level of access students have to instructional staff.
Campus Life
On-campus housing and Greek life participation rates.
Enrollment by Gender
Since some students did not report gender, totals may not fully reflect the student body.
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Frequently asked questions about UConn admissions
Is it hard to get into UConn?＋
UConn is moderately selective: it admitted about 52% of roughly 55,500 applicants in the most recent cycle and enrolled around 4,500 first-years. Strong grades in a rigorous course load matter most, since UConn rates the rigor of your high school record, GPA, and class rank as very important. Competitive programs and the Honors Program run tighter than the overall rate suggests.
What are my chances of getting into UConn from out of state?＋
Out-of-state applicants are admitted in real numbers: non-residents make up about 45% of enrolled first-years, so a large share of each class comes from outside Connecticut. UConn weighs state residency and geographical residence as considered factors rather than very important ones, so where you live carries some weight but is not a major filter. Your grades, course rigor, and class rank drive the decision far more than your home state.
What SAT score do you need for UConn?＋
There is no hard cutoff, but the middle 50% of enrolled first-years who submitted scores landed between 1220 and 1420 on the SAT, with a median near 1340. A score of 1400 or higher sits in the upper quarter of admitted students. UConn is test-optional, so you can apply without scores at all.
What GPA and class rank do you need for UConn?＋
UConn does not publish an average high school GPA in its Common Data Set, but academic GPA, class rank, and course rigor are all rated very important. As a guide, 47% of enrolled first-years ranked in the top tenth of their graduating class and 83% in the top quarter, so admitted students generally carry strong grades in a demanding schedule.
Is UConn test-optional?＋
Yes. UConn is test-optional, so you can apply without submitting SAT or ACT scores. Among first-years who did submit, the middle 50% scored 1220–1420 on the SAT and 28–33 on the ACT. If you send scores, they are weighed as a very important factor alongside GPA, class rank, and the rigor of your coursework.
How much does UConn cost in-state vs. out-of-state?＋
Annual tuition and required fees run about $21,336 for Connecticut residents and $44,004 for out-of-state students. On-campus food and housing add roughly $14,776. About 45% of first-years receive need-based grant or scholarship aid, with an average package near $22,411, and UConn meets about 62% of demonstrated need on average.
What are the most popular majors at UConn?＋
Business and marketing is the largest field at about 13% of bachelor's degrees, followed closely by the social sciences and the health professions, each around 11–12%. Engineering, the biological and life sciences, and psychology round out the top areas, reflecting UConn's breadth as a comprehensive research university.
Does UConn have Early Decision, and does the essay matter?＋
UConn offers a binding Early Decision plan, with applications due November 1 and decisions in mid-December; it does not run an Early Action round. The application essay is rated very important in UConn's review, on par with GPA and course rigor, so a specific, well-revised essay is a real chance to stand out.
Source: University of Connecticut Common Data Set 2024-2025. Figures transcribed 2026-06-10. Esslo aggregates publicly reported data and is not affiliated with UConn. Banner photo by Daderot, via Wikimedia Commons (CC0 1.0).