University of Connecticut

University of Connecticut requires at least 120 credits to complete a bachelor's degree.

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. University of Connecticut accepts transfer credits. Additionally, University of Connecticut has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 83% of students who start college at University of Connecticut graduate within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	–	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	–	X	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: University of Connecticut may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Will I Take At University of Connecticut?

University of Connecticut has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students are required to take a computer class to fufill the graduation requirements for University of Connecticut.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	Yes

Reminder: Check with University of Connecticut directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at University of Connecticut

When choosing a major, University of Connecticut students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at University of Connecticut.University of Connecticut allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. University of Connecticut false.University of Connecticut offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may require more work but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About University of Connecticut

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Does University of Connecticut Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

🟨 Check with University of Connecticut directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does University of Connecticut Have An Online Program?

✅ University of Connecticut true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does University of Connecticut Offer AP Credit?

🟨 University of Connecticut may offer credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Check with the school directly for any information on AP transfer credit.

Does University of Connecticut Have An Honors Program?

🟨 To learn more about any possible honors programs at University of Connecticut, check with the school directly. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at University of Connecticut.

Does University of Connecticut Require Internships?

🟨 University of Connecticut does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About University of Connecticut

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University of Connecticut Library

The main library on campus is the Homer Babbidge Library and there are 3 other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at University of Connecticut

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

UConn offers these dual degree programs:

•Education, pharmacy

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does University of Connecticut have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

University of Connecticut has an Army ROTC program and an Air Force ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at University of Connecticut include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

•an Air Force branch unit on campus

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