As an International Student with Many Choices, Why Choose UConn?
The University of Connecticut is a resource for the future -- both for our home state of Connecticut and for you when you enroll in one of our graduate programs. The University of Connecticut can help you to be anything you want to be. With a wealth of opportunities available, you as a graduate student will thrive in an environment that encourages you to choose your own educational path. Throughout your time with us and beyond, UConn's commitment to you through its high quality teaching, research, and public service will remain constant.
As you begin your graduate studies, one of your first choices is the Field of Study you will pursue. With close to 90 fields to choose from, UConn offers a variety and depth of study that has helped earn it top rankings among state universities nationwide. This diversity and depth continues to attract stellar faculty and researchers, creating a rich community of discovery and invention, in which you will pursue your interests and your graduate degree.
Our commitment to global diversity extends to all aspects of our institution. Our graduate student body encompasses the presence and participation of people from over 120 countries, representing all ages, ethnicities, gender, national origin, religious orientation and various socio-economic backgrounds. Our university’s international community currently consists of over 2,000 students and scholars whose contributions continue to be an integral part of UConn’s mission of world class academic excellence and research efforts.
Touting many unique areas of study, the University of Connecticut offers you a unique experience for graduate study and opens doors to a wide variety of post-graduate careers and opportunities. We invite you to learn more about us, our programs, and our faculty. We are confident that you will like what you see. If you decide to pursue your graduate career at UConn, you can return to this page throughout the process to access the information you need to join our community of scholars, through the links below:
- Take a Virtual Tour of the main campus at Storrs and see what all the excitement is about
- Choose from close to 90 Degree Programs to help you advance your career
- Investigate the admission requirements and procedures for international students
- If you like what you see, complete the online application
- After you have been admitted, complete your admission follow-up steps for enrollment
Information for Currently Enrolled International Students
There are a number of important facts that international students need to know, especially about internships and other activities that are impacted by your visa status. These topics are covered here.