Academic Excellence
At UConn Avery Point, you’ll get all the benefits of a prestigious public research university in a small college setting. Established in 1967 on Long Island Sound at the mouth of the Thames River, UConn Avery Point inspires students with specialized programs that take advantage of our waterfront location and delivers an exceptional education in more traditional areas of study.
4-Year Degree Programs
Undergraduate Research Opportunities
Internationally Renowned Faculty
Education Abroad
Academic Center
New Student Orientation!
Congratulations, you’re #UConnBound!
The 2022 Orientation Program for Fall 2022 will be in-person, with a virtual component. Once your $400 enrollment fee is received, you will be invited to the UConn Avery Point Orientation Program. Invitations will be sent out beginning in mid-April. All incoming students are required to attend an Orientation session to learn more about our academic programs, student community, on-campus services and meet with an advisor to select fall semester classes.
4-Year Programs
American Studies English General Studies Marine Sciences Maritime Studies
135+
Study Abroad Programs
72
Acres on the CT Coastline
Top 3 Reasons to Enroll
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Important Deadlines
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Priority First-Year Student Application
Deadline for Merit Scholarship & Honors Consideration. Notification of Admission Begins March 1
Dec01
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FAFSA Financial Aid Eligibility
Notification of Financial Awards Begins Mid-March
Feb15
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Fall First-Year Student and transfer application
Admission decisions are made on a rolling basis.
May01
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Spring First-Year Student and Transfer Application
Admission decisions are made on a rolling basis
Oct01
