University of Connecticut
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 54%
Average High School GPA: 3.75
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1210-1420
ACT Range: 29-33
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 19,388
Public or Private: Public
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Liberal
In-State Tuition: $21,044
Out-of-State Tuition: $43,712
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Storrs, Connecticut
Setting: College Town
U.S. Region: Northeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 28°F (-2°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 74°F (23°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 50 inches (1,270 mm)
Nearest Airport: Bradley International Airport (BDL) — Approximately 36 miles (36-minute drive) from campus.
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Social Media
Instagram:@uconn
Swim Team Instagram: @uconnswimdive
Twitter:@UConn
Facebook:UConn
LinkedIn:University of Connecticut
YouTube:UConn
TikTok: @uconn
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University Athletics
NCAA Division I
Big East Conference (Big-East)
Nickname: Huskies
Mascot: Jonathan the Husky
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Wolff-Zackin Natatorium
2024-25 Men’s Team Roster: N/A
Head Coach: Chris Maiello
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #2 in Big East
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U.S. News College Rankings
#70 in National Universities (tie)
#32 in Top Public Schools (tie)
#71 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
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Forbes Top Colleges
#31 In Public Colleges
#62 In Research Universities
#41 In The Northeast
America's Best Employers By State 2024
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A-
Academics: A-
Diversity: A
Athletics: A+
Professors: A-
Dorms: C
Student Life: A
Value: A-
Campus: B-
Party Scene: A
Location: C+
Campus Food: B
Safety: A-
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #34 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #7 of 1,332
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