“I was glad UConn is a great
academic school because academics
are #1 for me. As a doctoral student,
I am doing very interesting research
with a professor, and writing
a manuscript which we will be
submitting for publication.”
Welcoming students worldwide
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
2131 Hillside Road, Unit 3088
Storrs, CT 06269-3088 U.S.A.
1.860.486.3137
admissions.uconn.edu
Email: beahusky@uconn.edu
Katherine Van Deveire
Canada and permanent resident of U.S.A.
B.S., Physiology and Neurobiology, ’07
Physical Therapy, ’11, DPT
• Athletics Scholarship
• Two Physical Therapy Scholarships
H e r e ’ s h o w t o a p p ly
Prospective international students should
begin UConn application procedures one
year before intended matriculation.
Applicants should be academically and
financially prepared for study at the
University of Connecticut. International
students complete the same application for
enrollment as non-international students.
International students are selected for
admission based on review of academic
credentials, scores achieved on the SAT
or ACT, an essay, and English proficiency.
All international applicants whose primary
language is not English must submit official
TOEFL or IELTS scores. UConn requires
minimum IELTS scores of 6.5 or TOEFL
scores of 550 for the paper-based test (PBT)
and 79 for the internet-based test (IBT).
Application Deadlines (Storrs Campus)
Freshman
• Fall: January 15
• Spring: October 1
Transfer
• Fall: February 1*
• Spring: Applications not accepted
your Future
Fixed Cost of Attendance
Higher education is an invaluable investment,
particularly for University of Connecticut
graduates. Upon admission to UConn,
international students must provide a
financial statement that details your ability
to meet financial requirements for the
academic year.
your universe
2012-2013 Estimated Yearly Expenses
International Students
Tuition
26,544
University & Student Fees
2,530
Residence Hall (average)
6,096
University Meals
5,044
Subtotal
40,214
Books & Supplies (estimated)
850
Estimated Total (USD)
$41,064
/uconnadmissions
/uconn
Visit admissions.uconn.edu for detailed
information about UConn’s application process.
*Several majors have earlier deadlines. Please
visit transfer.uconn.edu for further details.
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your universit y
A welcoming community
As you conduct your college search, we invite
you to take a closer look at the University
of Connecticut. UConn is located in a safe,
rural New England town midway between
New York City and Boston. In 2012,
UConn was ranked one of the top 20
public universities in the nation by
U.S. News & World Report.
Learn more at admissions.uconn.edu.
We offer a broad range of academic choices.
Students learn from outstanding faculty
members who are widely recognized for
their cutting-edge research and expertise.
Whichever country you call home, consider
your future at UConn!
Members of the UConn family routinely
collaborate with business and area partners to
impact every aspect of daily life in towns and
cities throughout the Northeast, across the
country, and around the world.
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“My professor actually works in
his field. Our class is very
discussion-based and he really
knows all his students.”
Kinesiology
Athletic Training
Athletic Training
Exercise Science
Exercise Science
Strength and Conditioning
Social Science of Sport
Sport Management
Brian Jaan Hung Yu
China
Pursuing a B.S. in Management, with a minor
in Economics
School of Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Computer Science and Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Engineering Physics
Electrical Engineering
Materials Science and Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Management and Engineering for
Manufacturing
Materials Science and Engineering
Biomaterials
Electronic Materials
Metallurgy
Nanomaterials
Mechanical Engineering
Aerospace
Design and Manufacturing
Dynamic Systems and Control
Energy and Power
• Medical Brigade
• Vietnamese Student Association
• Chinese Undergraduate Student Association
• Intramural basketball
Yo u r Ma j o r
Class
Discussions
Encouraged
College of Agriculture and
Natural Resources
Agricultural Education
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Allied Health Sciences
Health Promotion Sciences
Health Sciences
Occupational Safety and Health
Animal Science
Biotechnology
Business/Service
Equine Sciences
Food Science
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Production Management
Diagnostic Genetic Sciences
Cytogenetics
Molecular Diagnostics
Dietetics
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Environmental Science
Environmental Health
Natural Resources
Resource Economics
Soil Science
Horticulture
Plant Biotechnology
Individualized Major
Landscape Architecture
Medical Laboratory Sciences
Natural Resources
Climate and Water Resources
Environmental Conservation
Fisheries and Wildlife Conservation
Forest Resources
Geomatics
Nutritional Sciences
Dietetics
Nutritional Sciences
Pathobiology
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Resource Economics
Environmental Economics and Policy
International Development
Marketing and Business Management
Turfgrass and Soil Science
Soil Science
Turfgrass Science
Management Information Systems
Marketing
Real Estate and Urban Economics
RATCLIFFE HICKS SCHOOL
OF AGRICULTURE
(Two-year associate degree)
Neag School of Education
Animal Science
Equine Studies
Production Agriculture/Dairy and
Livestock
Ornamental Horticulture and Turfgrass Management
Ornamental Horticulture
Turfgrass Management
School of Business
Accounting
Finance
Health Care Management
Management
Entrepreneurship
International Business
Management and Engineering for
Manufacturing
TEACHING PROFESSIONS
Agricultural Education
Comprehensive Special Education
Elementary Education
Music Education
Secondary Education
Biological Sciences
Chemistry
Earth Sciences
English
French
General Science
German
History and Social Studies
Mathematics
Physics
Spanish
World Languages
School of Fine Arts
Acting
Art
Communication Design
Illustration
Individualized Studies
Painting
Photography
Printmaking
Sculpture/Ceramics
Art History
Design/Technical Theatre
Music
Performance/Instrumental
Performance/Vocal
Composition
Music Education
Music Theory
Music, General Program
Jazz Studies
Music History
Puppetry
Theatre Studies
College of Liberal Arts
and Sciences
African American Studies
American Studies
History, Culture, and Society
Literature and the Arts
Political Science, Economics,
and the Law
The Americas
Anthropology
Biological Sciences
Chemistry
Environmental Chemistry
Classics and Ancient Mediterranean Studies
Ancient Mediterranean Studies
Classics
Cognitive Science
Communication Sciences
Communication
Communication Disorders
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Economics
Engineering Physics
Electrical Engineering
Materials Science and Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
English
Irish Literature
Environmental Science
Environmental Biology
Environmental Chemistry
Environmental Geography
Environmental Geoscience
Marine Science
French
French Cultural and Literary Studies
French for the Global Community
Geography
Geoscience
German
German Literature
German Studies
History
Human Development and Family Studies
Adult Development and Aging
Childhood and Adolescence
Early Childhood Development and
Education
Family Relationships: Services and
Counseling
Family in Society: Social Policy and
Planning
Human Rights
Individualized Major
Italian Literary and Cultural Studies
Italian Cultural Studies
Italian Literary Studies
Journalism
Latin American Studies
Learn more about programs of study at admissions.uconn.edu.
Linguistics/Philosophy
Linguistics/Psychology
Maritime Studies
Marine Sciences
Mathematics
Mathematics/Actuarial Science
Mathematics/Applied
Mathematics/Statistics
Molecular and Cell Biology
Philosophy
Physics
Applied Physics
General Physics
Physiology and Neurobiology
Political Science
Psychology
Sociology
Spanish
Culture and Communication
Literature and Culture
Statistics
Structural Biology and Biophysics
Urban and Community Studies
Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality
Studies
Gender and Globalization/
Transnational Feminisms
Sexualities
Gender, Science, and Health
School of Nursing
Nursing
School of Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Not sure what you’d like
to study?
UConn’s Academic Center for
Exploratory Students (ACES)
program serves students who are
undecided about their course of
study. ACES:
• Provides a well-defined plan
of study that encourages
exploration of many programs
before committing to a major
• Assigns you to an experienced
academic advisor who will
develop an academic plan
with you based on your skills,
interests, and goals
• Helps you select your major by
the end of your fourth semester
• Serves as the initial enrollment
program for students who may
later create an individualized
major or apply to study
upper-division programs such
as education, kinesiology,
or pharmacy.
Selective Honors Program
Provides Prestige
Students at the very top of
secondary school graduating
classes are invited to join the
prestigious UConn Honors
Program as entering freshmen.
Honors students enjoy intimate
Honors classes, graduate-level library privileges, priority course registration,
and special Honors
residential
communities.
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“UConn has a small town feel
with cities not too far away.
It is in the prime position of
New England, about halfway
between Boston and
New York City.”
Jody Sydor
Canada
B.S. Pharmacy Studies ’10, and currently in
the 5th year of the Pharm.D. program
• Captain, Division I Women’s Ice
Hockey Team
A MONG T H E US A ’ S TOP 2 0 PU B LIC UNIVERSITIES
Your place
Cape Cod, Massachusetts. In the winter, the
ski slopes of Vermont and New Hampshire are
easily accessible.
The proximity of major cities provides
students with innumerable business
connections, including internships and
networking opportunities during the
academic year and in the summer.
The University’s main campus is in Storrs;
a scenic town in an optimal location. Students
love that UConn is a short trip away from
several of America’s most exciting cities, so you
can readily experience the sophisticated
education abroad that you desire.
Living at UConn is the perfect way to have
New England’s unique four-season lifestyle.
Every few months, there’s a different way to
discover the region. Autumn is famous for
the brilliant foliage. In the summer, students
may enjoy the beaches of Rhode Island and
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• More than 21,000 undergraduates and
8,100 graduate students call UConn home.
Visit admissions.uconn.edu to explore our interactive map.
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“My biology professor has been like
a mentor to me. As an incoming
freshman, I never expected this kind
of connection with a professor.”
Jakes Adei
Ghana
Pursuing a B.S. in Biology with a long-term goal of
becoming a medical doctor
• Chess Club
• African Students Association
• Debate Society
• Pre-Medical Society
Professors help you succeed
Your Academics
Here at UConn, we combine the character of
a small liberal arts college with access to top
research university resources.
UConn’s world-renowned faculty serve as
your mentors. To help you accomplish your
goals, faculty keep regular office hours,
provide access to professional networking,
and conduct research alongside students in
their labs. UConn faculty help you succeed
in and out of the classroom.
Guest speakers with industry expertise
complement your classroom education,
providing real-world insight. Learn from
people who are making a difference:
from engineers who lead scientific
discovery to pharmaceutical
researchers who are helping
people live better–and longer.
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• Our students enjoy an 18:1 overall
student/faculty ratio.
• UConn’s School of Business
undergraduate program is in
the top 25 among public national
universities, according to
U.S. News & World Report.
• UConn is the only public university
in New England with our own Schools
of Law, Social Work, Medicine,
and Dental Medicine.
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W o r l d c l a s s fa c i l i t i e s s pa r k i n n o vat i o n
A Carnegie Foundation Research University,
UConn is lauded for breadth and range of
research. More than 100 research centers
and institutes serve UConn’s teaching,
research, diversity, and outreach missions.
Undergraduate, graduate, and faculty research
at UConn drives business development and
enhances quality of life. Our leading-edge
labs and research centers give you access to
facilities that enable you to experience
a hands-on education.
Your resources
UConn’s Homer Babbidge Library:
• 3.5 million volumes
• 234,000 maps
• 70,000 print and full-text
electronic journals
• 285 research databases
The Association of Research Libraries ranks
UConn’s comprehensive, integrated library
system–which includes resources at UConn’s
Law School and Health Center–as the top
public research library in New England.
UConn’s Homer Babbidge Library is the
intellectual center of University life and serves
as your connection to these collections.
Visit admissions.uconn.edu to learn more about our facilities.
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“Through UConn, I was invited to
meet with entrepreneurs at the
United Nations. I’ve gotten so many
other opportunities here—I’ve gone
to a conference in Arizona to present
research and met U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency officials.”
Weini Qiu
China
Pursuing a double major in Environmental Engineering,
and Natural Resources and the Environment
UConn’s students lead an active Engineers Without
Borders chapter, traveling worldwide on service
missions, including laying the groundwork for a
roadway reconstruction project in Nicaragua
linking a shantytown with a city.
UConn’s Social Entrepreneur Corps in Guatemala is an
internship that helps students learn or improve Spanish,
gain understanding of an indigenous culture, and become
skilled at analyzing rural economic development practices.
• Engineers Without Borders, Ethiopia Project Chair
• Chi Epsilon, the Civil and Environmental
Engineering Honors Society
Your world
Valuing global
citizenship
With a U.S. State Department grant, mentors from UConn’s
Young Entrepreneurs Program headed to Kenya to link with
14 budding business leaders from that east African country.
Faculty from UConn’s School of
Engineering, College of Liberal
Arts and Sciences, and College of
Agriculture and Natural Resources
actively collaborate to build and
support Ethiopia’s ability to
manage its water resources.
UConn’s worldwide outreach includes faculty research in 65 countries, 200 study abroad programs
across virtually every continent and 50 partnerships with academic institutions around the globe.
Our global connections form the basis for your education here in the United States.
UConn is a proud member of
Universitas 21, a network of 23
leading research-intensive universities
in 15 countries. You’ll have:
• access to collections affiliated with
U21 members
• exceptional opportunities to
collaborate on international projects
• invitations to international
networking activities such as
conferences and student
exchange programs
The School of Pharmacy continues its comprehensive partnership with Peking Medical University,
in which undergraduates journey to Asia to learn traditional Chinese medicine.
UConn is a member of the United Nations Academic
Impact, a global initiative that aligns institutions
of higher education worldwide with the UN in
supporting ten universally-accepted principles
through education. These include commitment
to global citizenship, human rights, sustainability,
conflict resolution, and intercultural dialogue.
At m o s p h e r e e m b r a c e s d i v e r s i t y
Your University of Connecticut experience
will be a great adventure.
Cultural Connections
A popular resource for the entire UConn
community, our cultural centers are vibrant,
intellectually challenging environments that
promote cultural awareness and support
students’ academic pursuits. The Centers
sponsor educational programs, foster
leadership and outreach opportunities,
and enrich the multicultural climate of
the University.
Your Communit y
• H. Fred Simons African American Cultural
Center, affiliated with the Institute for
African American Studies
• Asian American Cultural Center, affiliated
with the Asian American Studies Institute
• Puerto Rican/Latin American Cultural
Center, affiliated with the Puerto Rican
and Latino Studies Institute
• Rainbow Center (GLBTQ)
• Women’s Center
Artistic Connections
Enjoy any of three on-campus museums. Take
advantage of discounted student tickets for
world famous performers at the Jorgensen
Center for the Performing Arts, or experience
several year-round theatrical stage productions
at our Nafe Katter Theater.
Student Connections
• African Student Association
• Arab Cultural Association
• Asian American Students Association
• UConn Global Club
• Graduate Students of Color Association
• Hillel
• International Christian Fellowship
• Latino Student Association
• Multicultural Business Society
• Team European Handball
• UConn’s student population is comprised
of 25% of students of color and come
from more than 120 countries of origin.
UCAELI: UConn American English
Language Institute Has 20 Years
of Experience
UConn helps international students who
require assistance developing proficiency in
English language skills. To date, more than
3,000 students from countries throughout
the world have come to UConn to study
English, join our international community
of learners, and experience the culture of the
United States. If your Test of English as a
Foreign Language (TOEFL) score is insufficient,
UCAELI’s high-quality, intensive instruction
will help you acquire English proficiency as
quickly as possible. UCAELI pairs students
from outside the United States with current
UConn students who interact as conversational
partners—and we provide leading-edge
technology to boost learning. Qualified
students may matriculate into degree
programs at UConn.
“I used to be obsessed with the
thought of being a minority within
a white community. However, with
all the opportunities and supports
UConn invests in the international
community, now I know that I’m not
a minority, but a part of diversity.”
Khanh Nguyen
Vietnam
Pursuing a B.S. in Biology with a minor in Physiology
and Neurobiology
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At admissions.uconn.edu learn more about student life.
• Golden Key International Honor Society
• Big Brothers Big Sisters
• Asiantation Mentor
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“Come to UConn. Concentrate
on your studies, feel good about
the people, enjoy the fresh air
and the campus, and experience
Husky pride.”
Minji Song
South Korea
Pursuing a B.S. in Biological Sciences and
preparing to study Dental Medicine
• Biology Club
• International Women’s Group
• Japanese Student Association
• Korean Student Association
• Pre-Med Society
Fit right in
Your Home
UConn has the highest percentage of students
living on campus of any public university
in the United States, so friends are always
around. Our residences include a variety of
choices, from our internationally focused
Global House to on-campus apartments for
upper-division students.
Enjoy access to numerous dining halls, cafés
and coffee shops, as well as a movie theater, ice
cream parlor, and game room. Check out our
recreation facility, or browse our full-service
bookstore. From contemporary residence and
dining halls to outstanding athletics and
hundreds of student clubs and activities,
you’ll love life at UConn.
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Year-Round On-Campus Housing
For no additional charge, nine-month
housing is available to all students who choose
to remain at UConn during Thanksgiving and
spring break when classes are in recess. For
an additional fee, students may also live on
campus and/or take classes during the winter
session. Students may also pay another
additional fee to move to a temporary location
for on-campus housing during the summer
if the student enrolls in summer classes or
works/conducts research with a University
department for 30 hours each week.
Athletics for Every Skill Level
A source of tremendous pride, UConn’s
intercollegiate teams compete at the highest
level in all sports—generating the impassioned
school spirit known as Huskymania. Club
sports offer yet another level of athletic
opportunity; 41 co-ed, women’s, and men’s
teams compete against off-campus opponents.
And, each year thousands of students compete
in intramural sports on teams that play
everything from soccer to tennis to inner-tube
water polo.
Learn about additional learning communities at lc.uconn.edu.
• At UConn’s Global House, students from
around the world live together with
students from across the U.S. who have
international connections. Together
these students participate in off-campus
trips, enjoy cultural activities, and
collaborate with faculty on their studies.
Choose to live in one of UConn’s many
other living and learning communities.
Live, take classes, and go off-campus with
students who share your major or interest.
Major-based Communities
Business Connections, EUROTECH,
Exploratory Majors, Fine Arts,
Honors Program, Music, Nursing,
(Pre-) Pharmacy, and Women in Math,
Science & Engineering
Interest Communities (Open to All Majors)
Community Service, Connecting with
the Arts, EcoHouse, Leadership, and
Public Health House
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E as i l y trans i t i on to the U . S . A .
During the academic year, many support
services are conveniently available for you.
Orientation Program
This custom program for international
students helps you with course registration,
and obtaining health services and insurance
information. It also provides you with a
general understanding of the regulations
surrounding your international student
immigration status, and gives you an
opportunity to go shopping for basic items
you may need before classes begin.
Your Life
Conditional Undergraduate Admission
International students who qualify
academically to enroll at UConn based
on grade point average and SAT score, but
have an insufficient TOEFL (Test of English
as a Foreign Language) score may benefit.
Students are admitted to UConn conditional
upon participation in an intensive 4-week
summer program, coordinated through
UConn’s English as a Second Language
Program (UCAELI), to become linguistically
capable in English. If necessary, students may
take the course during the first semester here.
Health Services
The fully accredited Student Health Services
serves your needs while you are enrolled
at UConn. Staffed by licensed and certified
professionals, the department provides a wide
range of services on a fee-for-service basis,
including primary health care, acute care
(non-life-threatening), counseling and mental
health, in-patient care, laboratory, radiology,
and pharmacy.
Specialized services and programs include:
• women’s clinic
• allergy clinic
• sports medicine
• nutritional counseling
• health and wellness education
• cold self-care center
• HIV antibody testing
• substance abuse prevention education
Q Center and Writing Resource Center
These free resources help students with
mathematics as well as tutoring in all areas
of writing, including grammar, refining and
organizing ideas, and critical reading of texts.
International Center
Visit the Center during your free time when
you’re not in class, to enrich your life as a
UConn student:
• take organized educational and entertaining
bus trips to local and regional attractions;
• establish friendships with people of different cultures; and
• attend weekly coffee hours at the Center—
always a favorite among students.
Immigration Services
Come here for essential advising related to
travel, visa, and employment authorization.
Additional services include:
• assistance with social security registration;
• guidance on obtaining a driver’s license; and
• support with cross-cultural and
academic issues.
“My advisors all guided me on
what I should do to become
familiar with life in the U.S.A.
and to get comfortable with school.
I love UConn.”
Stephane Diop
Senegal
Academic Center for Exploratory Students (ACES)
• Division I Men’s Soccer Team
• 2009 All Rookie Team
• 2009 Big East Scholar All Academic Team
• 2010 Second Team All Big East
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Learn more about special programs to help you
succeed at admissions.uconn.edu.
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Your move
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“I was glad UConn is a great
academic school because academics
are #1 for me. As a doctoral student,
I am doing very interesting research
with a professor, and writing
a manuscript which we will be
submitting for publication.”
Welcoming students worldwide
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
2131 Hillside Road, Unit 3088
Storrs, CT 06269-3088 U.S.A.
1.860.486.3137
admissions.uconn.edu
Email: beahusky@uconn.edu
Katherine Van Deveire
Canada and permanent resident of U.S.A.
B.S., Physiology and Neurobiology, ’07
Physical Therapy, ’11, DPT
• Athletics Scholarship
• Two Physical Therapy Scholarships
H e r e ’ s h o w t o a p p ly
Prospective international students should
begin UConn application procedures one
year before intended matriculation.
Applicants should be academically and
financially prepared for study at the
University of Connecticut. International
students complete the same application for
enrollment as non-international students.
International students are selected for
admission based on review of academic
credentials, scores achieved on the SAT
or ACT, an essay, and English proficiency.
All international applicants whose primary
language is not English must submit official
TOEFL or IELTS scores. UConn requires
minimum IELTS scores of 6.5 or TOEFL
scores of 550 for the paper-based test (PBT)
and 79 for the internet-based test (IBT).
Application Deadlines (Storrs Campus)
Freshman
• Fall: January 15
• Spring: October 1
Transfer
• Fall: February 1*
• Spring: Applications not accepted
your Future
Fixed Cost of Attendance
Higher education is an invaluable investment,
particularly for University of Connecticut
graduates. Upon admission to UConn,
international students must provide a
financial statement that details your ability
to meet financial requirements for the
academic year.
your universe
2012-2013 Estimated Yearly Expenses
International Students
Tuition
26,544
University & Student Fees
2,530
Residence Hall (average)
6,096
University Meals
5,044
Subtotal
40,214
Books & Supplies (estimated)
850
Estimated Total (USD)
$41,064
/uconnadmissions
/uconn
Visit admissions.uconn.edu for detailed
information about UConn’s application process.
*Several majors have earlier deadlines. Please
visit transfer.uconn.edu for further details.
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