Undergraduate Admissions

Application Instructions

UConn considers all first-year applicants for Honors and merit scholarship eligibility upon initial review. There is not a separate application or supplement for Honors or scholarship consideration. Due to the number of applications received, interviews are not part of the admissions process. International applicants should visit the International First-Year Applicants page.

A completed first-year application includes:

A Completed Common Application or Apply Coalition with Scoir

$80 Application Fee (non-refundable)

Submission of the $80 application fee (non-refundable) is available through the chosen application. Check or money order is also an acceptable form of payment and should be sent to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions directly with the applicant's name (as seen on the application) and date of birth. An applicant who indicates fee waiver eligibility on the application should speak with their high school counselor to confirm the fee waiver form or SAT/ACT fee waiver is submitted to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Your application fee will be waived upon receipt of the fee waiver.

Essay & Two Optional Letters of Recommendation

The personal essay is required and provides the applicant an opportunity to add a unique voice to the application as well as demonstrate writing ability. The personal essay is a component on the Common Application or the Coalition Application and should range between 250 and 650 words.

Two letters of recommendation are optional, but can distinguish an applicant's character and are preferred. Recommendation letters can be sent electronically, by fax, or by postal mail.

Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR), Official Transcript, or GED Records

The Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR) is an online system used in place of a high school (secondary school) transcript which allows first-year applicants attending a U.S. high school to self-report all courses and associated grades earned from grades 9 through 12. With a variety of grading scales across the country, the SRAR allows us to automatically recalculate and weigh student grade point averages (GPAs) to ensure equal consideration is given to each applicant's academic profile.

Students applying to the main campus in Storrs, or any of our four regional campuses, should obtain a copy of their unofficial high school transcript in order to complete the SRAR.

SRAR FAQs How to link your SRAR

Any student who does not complete the SRAR may instead submit an official high school transcript(s) which the Office of Undergraduate Admissions will then use to recalculate the applicant's GPA as a part of the admissions review process. Transcripts should include senior year classes, class rank (if applicable), and latest grades earned. Postsecondary official transcript(s) from each institution attended are also required whether or not credit is desired or expected. Transcripts must be submitted to UConn directly from the secondary institution, either electronically or by mail in a sealed envelope.

Students who have completed the State High School Equivalency Diploma (GED) should send an official copy of their diploma and a complete set of scores to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Official transcript(s) of any work completed in high school are also required.

All academic credentials not written in English must be accompanied by an official, certified English translation.

Standardized Test (Optional)

At UConn, we understand that one test may not accurately define a student's academic progress and potential, which is why we are allowing first-year applicants the choice to submit standardized test results through the fall 2026 admission cycle. No admission decision shall be impacted, and no student disadvantaged, if a standardized test score is not provided.

If an applicant decides that their standardized test score is an accurate reflection of academic ability, and would like to have it considered as part of the application review, UConn requires official SAT or ACT scores to be sent directly from the appropriate test provider. The writing section of the SAT or ACT is not required or used in the application process. We will combine the highest scores from each subsection of an exam to create the best overall score (superscore) for exams taken more than once. Fall applicants are strongly encouraged to take the exam prior to December to assure scores are received by the application deadline of January 15. SAT or ACT scores are not required for students 25 years or older at the time of application.

Institutional Codes:
SAT - 3915
ACT - 0604

Test Optional FAQs

Immigration Status

Application information may fit in a box, but our applicants shouldn't. Certain populations require additional components to the application.

Home-Schooled Applicants

Home-schooled applicants are asked to provide equivalent instruction documentation of their academic curriculum. Please ensure that your outline is specific and comprehensive. Students should submit syllabi and transcripts, a portfolio or learning log, standardized test scores (optional), and official college transcripts, if applicable. Please indicate whether the curriculum has been conducted under an accredited homeschool program or any other accredited alternative program. Documentation should verify that the home-school program meets the applicant's local or state high school graduation requirements.

Fine Arts Additional Application Components

Programs in the School of Fine Arts require additional components paired with the undergraduate application for admission consideration. Admission decisions to the School of Fine Arts will not be made until the Office of Undergraduate Admissions receives the results of your additional requirement. Electronic submission through SlideRoom is available for all Fine Arts majors. For more information, including program-specific details, visit the School of Fine Arts admissions page.

Acting

Art

Art History

Design/Technical Theatre

Digital Media & Design

Music

Puppet Arts

Theatre Studies

Additional Application Component:
Submit a Theatre Studies Application via SlideRoom and schedule your interview.

Interview Dates:
Monday, December 18, 2023
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Thursday, January 18, 2024
Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Program Contact Information:
dramarecruiter@uconn.edu
(860) 486-1635

Web: drama.uconn.edu/programs/theatre-studies/admission

SRAR Video Tutorials & FAQs

How to Create a SRAR Account

How to Edit or Remove Courses

How to Enter Coursework by Academic Year

How to Enter or Remove a High School/Homeschool

How to Review and Submit the SRAR and Understanding Linking

How to Connect a University

A complete listing of these and other SRAR video tutorials can be found here.

What is the SRAR?

How much does it cost to file the SRAR?

When can I begin entering my grades on the SRAR?

How do I know if the SRAR is right for me?

First-year students attending a high school in the U.S. have the ability to submit the SRAR. Home-schooled students are also able to self-report. If you attended any schools that are not homeschool, be sure to include those institutions and accompanying courses and grades on the SRAR.

Students who are attending high school outside of the U.S. should submit an official high school transcript that includes senior classes, class rank (if applicable), and latest grades earned in lieu of the SRAR.

Students who have completed a GED should submit an official copy of the diploma with a complete set of scores in lieu of the SRAR.

Can I complete the SRAR if I apply through the Common Application or apply Coalition on Scoir?

What information do I need to complete the SRAR?

What is the difference between the SRAR and the SSAR?

How do I import my SSAR into the SRAR?

How do I enter my grades?

All course names and course grades should be entered exactly as they are shown on a student's transcript; this includes weighted grades, pass/fail, letter grades, and grades with pluses/minuses. Select the most appropriate level of each course by reviewing the details on your transcript. Consult with your school counselor if you have questions regarding choosing the appropriate course level. All course attempts, including repeats and withdrawals, must also be included.

Senior year course grades should be entered as "in progress" if submitting the SRAR prior to receiving a final course grade; courses taken during the summer months should be included with the courses and grades from the preceding school year; and any high school level coursework completed while in middle school for which high school credit was given should be included on the SRAR in the Middle School year.

If I've attended more than one high school, do I need to submit a separate transcript from each school?

Students with multiple transcripts from multiple high schools should start by entering the courses and grades from the school from which they are graduating. If courses from previous schools show with grades on the most current transcript, students may enter those courses under their current school. Students must obtain a copy of any previous transcripts from prior high schools if the courses and grades from those schools are not listed on the current transcript and enter that school(s) separately.

When is the deadline to submit the SRAR and/or make any changes, add new grades, etc.?

When do I submit my official high school transcript?

Will I be able to enter my grades if my school uses a trimester system?

Who can I contact if I realize I have made a mistake on my SRAR?

Who can I contact for technical support with the SRAR?

Test Optional FAQs

Why is UConn making submitting standardized testing scores optional?

While COVID-19 has impacted the ability to access standardized tests for many students, UConn was considering the move to test optional prior to this crisis. A holistic approach has always been at the crux of our application review, which allows for full evaluation of a student's academic ability and potential. By allowing students to choose whether or not they feel a standardized test is an accurate reflection of their progress and potential, we believe this will provide applicants with the ability to showcase their overall achievement, diverse experiences in the context of their environment, and produce a well-rounded pool of candidates. This pilot program allows the opportunity for self-study of our applicant pool, and evaluation of the effective use of test scores in our overall holistic review process.

How do I know if I should submit standardized test scores or not?

If you feel that your standardized test score reflects positively, or compliments your academic achievement, we welcome the opportunity to review it as a component of your application for admission. If you feel that your academic course work might be a better indicator of your ability to succeed at the university level without taking a standardized score into consideration, that is also perfectly acceptable.

If I do not submit my official scores through the testing agency, but they are shown on my high school transcript, will they be taken into consideration when reviewing my application?

Will test scores be required if I am interested in merit scholarship or Honors Program consideration?

How will my application for admission be evaluated if test scores are not submitted?

I am a recruited student-athlete. Do I need to submit a test score?

Withdrawing Your Application

There are many reasons why students may decide that they need to withdraw their application for admission. Applicants needing to withdraw their application can simply complete the Withdraw Form found in the applicant portal.