University of Connecticut - Academics

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Student-Faculty Ratio		18:1
Full-Time Student Population		21,191
Part-Time Student Population		3,838
Full-Time Instructional Faculty		1,296
Part-Time Instructional Faculty		56
Total FT Faculty		1,747
Faculty with Terminal Degree		95%
Average Faculty Salary		$99,384
Full-Time Retention Rate		92%
Part-Time Retention Rate		88%
Transfer-Out Rate		17%
Graduation Rate		76%
Programs/Majors Offered		168
Average Course Load		5 courses (15 credits)
Academic/Career Counseling?		Yes
Remedial Services?		No
Class Sizes		Fewer than 20 students: 44% 20 to 49 students: 39% 50 or more students: 17%

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UConn is New England’s number one public university and has been for more than a decade. Students are bound to find what interests them among the 14 schools and colleges, and more than 90 majors offered. One wouldn’t think of diversity when thinking of Storrs, Conn., but UConn can only be described as a melting pot, with people from all over the country and even the world. Professors are diverse, as well, with varied experiences and interests. As a research university, professors are not only teachers, but they are also lifelong students themselves, constantly studying and gaining knowledge in their field.

The average class size is 30 students, but as a freshman fulfilling general education requirements, expect class sizes to be closer to 100 students. As years progress and your courses become more focused on your major, class sizes will shrink, and professors may even learn your name. Luckily, for future students, construction is well underway to replace outdated buildings and improve the learning experience for students, allowing for more high-tech classrooms. Whatever school you’re a part of or whatever major you choose, UConn prepares you for the “real world” that you’ve been hearing about since freshman year of high school. About 94 percent of recent graduates from all UConn schools are either employed or in graduate or professional school, and you could be one of them. But remember: “Students today. Huskies forever.”

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lalaur3n

'15

Biological Sciences

A-

Good Grades Are Obtainable If You Put in the Effort

The professors at the University of Connecticut are very tough and expect the most out of their students. The science and mathematics classes that I have taken thus far are very difficult, but good grades are obtainable if one studies and works deligently. Also, the professors are always available after class to answer questions and even hold extra office hours and review sessions before exams.

Dec 21, 2011

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manurulz

'15

Environmental Studies

D

Do Not Expect to Get Smarter

they claim they get amazing teachers from all over, like NYU to come teach. That is bs the teachers are very commonly part time teaching or from the surrounding community colleges. There are no classes available towards most majors, apart from gen eds.

Dec 18, 2011

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JolaMehmeti

'15

Pharmacy Studies

A+

The Creme De La Crop

The professors at Uconn are not merely teachers--they are scholars, shining role models for the students they not only lecture to, but instruct in academia and beyond. The campus is beautiful as the people who attend, making it convenient and fun to reach out to others and get involved.

Dec 15, 2011

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Instructional Programs		Occupational: No Academic: Yes Continuing Professional: No Recreational/Avocational: No Adult Basic Remedial: No Secondary (High School): No
Special Credit Opportunities		Advanced Placement (AP) Credits: Yes Dual Credit: Yes Life Experience Credits: No
AP Test Score Requirements		Possible credit for scores of 4 or 5
IB Test Score Requirements		Possible credit for scores of 3, 4, or 5
Undergraduate Schools/Divisions		Center for Continuing Studies College of Agriculture and Natural Resources College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) Neag School of Education Ratcliffe Hicks School of Agriculture School of Business School of Engineering School of Fine Arts School of Nursing School of Pharmacy
Degrees Awarded		Associate degree Bachelor's degree Doctorate - Professional practice Doctorate - Research/scholarship Master's degree Post-bachelor's certificate Post-master's certificate
Most Popular Majors		Accounting: 2% Business Administration and Management: 3% Political Science and Government, General: 2% Psychology: 3%
Graduation Requirements		Arts/fine arts Computer literacy English (including composition) Foreign languages History Humanities Mathematics Philosophy Sciences (biological or physical) Social science
Special Study Options		Distance learning opportunities Study abroad Teacher certification (below the postsecondary level)
Other Academic Offerings		Accelerated program Cooperative education program Cross-registration Double major Dual enrollment English as a Second Language (ESL) Exchange student program (domestic) Honors program Independent study Internships Liberal arts/career combination Student-designed major Summer session Urban semester Winter inter-session
Best Places to Study		Babbidge Library Dorm building study rooms Outside (when the weather is warm, of course)

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Online courses are the perfect solution for busy schedules. Do you have a lot of extracurriculars or a jam-packed class schedule? Online classes allow you to work from your dorm or wherever your busy life takes you. While not every UConn course is offered online, there is a wide selection offered every semester (including summer and winter sessions, too). If you’re behind on credits and need to take a course over the summer but can’t make the trip to Storrs, taking an online course is very convenient. Since there isn’t a physical classroom meeting, it could get easy to fall behind, so make sure you have the discipline and self-motivation to stay on top of your online work.

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