Skip to Content

Transfer-Profile

University of Connecticut-Avery Point

Groton, Connecticut
  • Public
    4 year
  • 765
    Full + Part time Students
  • 1:17
    Faculty to Student Ratio
  • 10%
    Transfer Student Ratio
  • $11.8K
    Avg. Financial Aid
Avery Point’s location, surrounded on three sides by water, fits well with the campus’ marine and maritime mission. This mission includes fulfilling UConn’s responsibilities as a Sea Grant institution. Avery Point contributes to the understanding – and solution – of problems relating to the intersection of oceans and people, both through the expertise of the faculty and the education of its students who will help ensure sustainable uses of marine resources and coastal regions and cities.
campus building with dome and church spire

Overview

Full-Time Undergraduate 595
Part-Time Undergraduate 170
Application Acceptance Rate 61%
Transfer Students 80
Courses 3,401 Courses

Financial Information

In-State Tuition $9,348
Out-of-State Tuition $27,180
Books and Supplies $850
Federal Loans: Undergrads receiving aid 47%
Federal Loans: Average amount received $6,404
Scholarships & Grants: Undergrads receiving aid 39%
Scholarships & Grants: Average amount received $5,400
  • Scholarships and Financial Aid:
    Higher education is an invaluable investment. Our goal is to make a UConn education affordable. In fact, more than 75% of UConn students receive financial assistance. We offer scholarships, grants, need-based financial aid, and student employment.

Transfer Application Requirements

  • Minimum GPA:
    A minimum college grade point average is required of transfer applicants is 2.7, (NOTE: Certain programs with limited enrollment require a minimum grade point average of 3.0 or higher for consideration).
  • Official Transcripts:
    Official high school and previously attended college transcripts are required of all for admission consideration.
  • SAT Scores:
    If you have fewer than 12 transferable credit hours, the submission of official SAT/ACT scores is required.
  • Letters of Recommendation:
    UConn doesn't publish a requirement for letters of recommendation; however, a statement of good standing from your prior institution might be requested.
  • Essay:
    An essay or personal statement is required of all for admission consideration.
  • Application Fee:
    Nonrefundable $70 application fee.
  • Other Requirements:
    Some performance majors require auditions; studio art programs require portfolios.
  • Apply Here:

Transfer Credit Policy

  • Minimum Grade:
    In general, courses that are comparable to those offered at UConn and completed at regionally accredited, degree-granting institutions are transferable with a grade of C (2.0 on a 4.0 scale) or better.
  • Credits (Min/Max):
    A transfer applicant have a minimum number of 12 credits completed or else must apply as an entering freshman. Maximum number of credits or courses that may be transferred is 90. You must earn 30 credit hours at UConn to earn a bachelor's degree.
  • Transfer Policy Document:

University of Connecticut-Avery Point

Address:
1084 Shennecossett Rd
Groton, Connecticut 06340-6097
United States
Main Phone:
(860) 405-9017
Website:
Email:

Contacts

Transfer Admission Contact:
Admissions
860-405-9026
donotreply@academyone.com
Last updated on 5/23/2022 by AcademyOne.