University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
52.4%
Acceptance Rate
$21,044
Avg Cost (In-State)
$43,712
Avg Cost (Out-of-State)
83.5%
Graduation Rate
19,835
Total Enrollment
What they weigh most
Source: Common Data Set
Popular programs
Application requirements
Regular Deadline
January 15
Early Deadline
November 1 (Early Action)
Common App
Yes
Test Policy
Test Optional
Essays Required
1
Letters of Rec
1
Application Fee
$80
Interview
Not required
Essays: Common App personal essay required (250-650 words)
Requirements are AI-generated from public data and may change. Always verify directly with the college.
Getting there
Graduate outcomes
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
$49,016
Median Earnings at 6 Years
median graduate salary 6 years after starting
$58,562
Median Earnings at 10 Years
median graduate salary 10 years after starting
49%
4-Year Graduation Rate
students completing degree within 4 years
Earnings data: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect federal aid recipients only — actual median earnings may be higher at schools where many students receive grants rather than loans.
Earnings by major
Median earnings 1 year after graduation, by bachelor's program. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard FieldOfStudy data.
| Program | Median earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | $84,969 | $92,601 | 405 |
| Economics. | $52,227 | $81,881 | 377 |
| Psychology, General. | $33,521 | $57,961 | 332 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | $40,473 | $68,542 | 315 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | $67,009 | $102,286 | 213 |
| Political Science and Government. | $37,009 | $63,902 | 187 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | $74,869 | $90,261 | 185 |
| Biology, General. | $33,189 | $71,160 | 180 |
Tracked through federal tax records. Programs with fewer than 30 graduates with reported earnings are privacy-suppressed. 4-year figure tracks the same cohort 3 years later.
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