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The University of Connecticut, Stamford is abbreviated as UConn. It is a public, land grant university of the State of Connecticut. The Stamford Campus of UConn was established to provide education for the Korean War-return GIs in 1951. Undergraduate and graduate degree programs are offered at the university. The University has the following academic centers:
UConn athletic teams compete at the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division 1-A level sports. The athletics teams at UConn are nicknamed as the Huskies. The teams participate in sports including basketball, soccer, ice hockey, baseball, tennis, swimming, cross country and football. UConn offers financial aid to the students.
UConn Stamford is located in a medium-sized city, in Stamford, CT. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at UConn Stamford top out at the Bachelor's degree.
The admissions department at the school does not accept all those who apply. In 2007-2008, 51% of applicants were rejected at UConn Stamford. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 440 to 540 in 2007-2008. A quarter of students admitted in 2007-2008 scored 550 or higher on the math SAT.
UConn Stamford offers classes to 1,270 students (1,002 full-time equivalent).
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Connecticut Stamford
One University Place
Stamford, CT 06901-2315
General Phone: (860) 486-2000
http://www.uconn.edu
In 2007-2008, UConn Stamford had a total enrollment of 1,270 students (1,002 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 43% |
| Women | 57% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 50% |
| Black | 9% |
| Hispanic | 12% |
| Asian | 7% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 16% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 5% |
| 18-19 | 29% |
| 20-21 | 21% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Connecticut | 99% |
| New York | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 79 % |
| Part-Time | 52 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Stamford, Connecticut for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Connecticut Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 349 | 171 | 49% | 105 | 61% |
| Men | 166 | 75 | 45% | 45 | 60% |
| Women | 183 | 96 | 52% | 60 | 62% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 440 | 540 |
| SAT Math | 440 | 550 |
| SAT Writing | 440 | 530 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 97% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 10% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 7,754 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 22,466 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
Financial Aid:
UConn Stamford participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 141702)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets UConn Stamford Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 10% |  |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Has ROTC (army, air force)
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