University of Connecticut: what international applicants need

What are University of Connecticut's application deadlines for 2026–27?

University of Connecticut has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Decision on November 1, 2026 and Regular Decision on January 15, 2027.

• Early Decision is binding: if you're admitted, you commit to attend and withdraw your other applications.
• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is University of Connecticut's acceptance rate?

52.4% for students who started in fall 2024: University of Connecticut admitted 29,065 of its 55,479 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does University of Connecticut require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. University of Connecticut is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Decision deadline (November 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (January 15, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for University of Connecticut?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 600–730 in Math and 610–710 in Reading and Writing (36% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 28–33.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is University of Connecticut's application fee for international students?

University of Connecticut's application fee is $80 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does University of Connecticut accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. University of Connecticut accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does University of Connecticut accept?

University of Connecticut doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does University of Connecticut require?

University of Connecticut doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does University of Connecticut require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. University of Connecticut requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

• It also asks for a portfolio, for some programs or for all applicants: check its site.

How many international students does University of Connecticut have?

1,487 of University of Connecticut's 20,056 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 7.4%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does University of Connecticut cost for international students?

University of Connecticut is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $43,712 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $21,044). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $14,380. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $63,412 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source

Does University of Connecticut give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2024-25, University of Connecticut gave institutional scholarships or grants to 620 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2024-25