Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
53.95%
SAT Average
1,338
ACT Range
29-33
University of Connecticut Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 53.95%. This means approximately 540 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 19,147 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
53.95%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $20,366 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $43,034 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $36,572 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $22,886 | State avg: $22,661. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 24.16% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 40.53% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Connecticut Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$43,034
Room and board
$13,996
Books and supplies
$990
Other expenses
$4,330
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$36,572
Average net price
$22,886
Average aid coverage
37%
$13,686 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Connecticut pays approximately $22,886 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Connecticut average of $22,661 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Connecticut?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Connecticut and national averages.
University of Connecticut net price
$22,886
Connecticut average
$22,661
National average
$17,506
University of Connecticut Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $43,034 and average net price at $22,886. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$43,034
Current net price
$22,886
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
83.80%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$73,997
Undergraduates
19,147
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Connecticut vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Connecticut graduates earn about 1.7x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Connecticut?
Undergraduates
19,147
Completion rate
83.80%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
24.16%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
40.53%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 24.16% of University of Connecticut students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 40.53% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Connecticut
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Connecticut's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Connecticut lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Connecticut is listed at 352 Mansfield Road, Storrs, CT 06269. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Connecticut with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Connecticut | 53.95% | $43,034 | $22,886 | $73,997 |
| Rensselaer at Hartford | Not available | Not available | Not available | $102,051 |
| Yale University | 4.50% | $64,700 | $27,818 | $100,533 |
| Trinity College | 33.52% | $67,420 | $35,009 | $90,779 |
| Fairfield University | 44.98% | $56,360 | $46,274 | $88,794 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Connecticut's acceptance rate?
University of Connecticut's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 53.95%.
How much is University of Connecticut tuition?
University of Connecticut's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $43,034.
What is University of Connecticut's average net price?
University of Connecticut's average net price in the local dataset is $22,886.
What is University of Connecticut's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $73,997 for University of Connecticut.
Is University of Connecticut accredited?
University of Connecticut's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend University of Connecticut?
The local dataset lists 19,147 undergraduate students at University of Connecticut.
What percentage of University of Connecticut students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Connecticut in the local dataset is 24.16%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Connecticut?
The federal loan rate for University of Connecticut in the local dataset is 40.53%.
Where should I verify University of Connecticut data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Connecticut or the latest official federal education data.