University of Connecticut

About the university

Founded in 1881, the University of Connecticut (UConn) is a distinguished non-profit public higher education institution located in Storrs, Connecticut, with branch campuses in Avery Point, Hartford, Stamford, and Waterbury. Accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, UConn is a large university with an enrollment range of 25,000-29,999 students. Offering a wide array of degree programs, including pre-bachelor's, bachelor's, master's, and doctorate degrees, the institution has a moderately selective admission policy based on entrance exams and academic records, with an acceptance rate ranging from 50-59%. International students are encouraged to apply for enrollment at UConn, which also provides various academic and non-academic resources and services to support its students across its campuses.