University of Connecticut-Avery Point vs University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus

Groton, CT · Waterbury, CT · Source: IPEDS federal database

	University of Connecticut-Avery Point	University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus
Acceptance Rate	86.5%	87.0%
In-State Tuition	$17,462	$17,462
Average Net Price	$9,139	$8,220
Graduation Rate	57.0%	59.0%

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Both are competitive to get into. University of Connecticut-Avery Point accepts 86.5% of applicants; University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus accepts 87.0%. Tuition is close: $17,462 at University of Connecticut-Avery Point, $17,462 at University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus. Six-year graduation rates are close: 57% at University of Connecticut-Avery Point, 59% at University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus.

Bottom Line

Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.

Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System

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Common Questions

Which is harder to get into, University of Connecticut-Avery Point or University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus?▼

University of Connecticut-Avery Point. It accepts 86.5% of applicants, per IPEDS data.

Source: IPEDS

Is University of Connecticut-Avery Point or University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus more affordable?▼

University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus, on average. After aid, students pay $8,220/year versus $9,139/year. Your number depends on your aid package.

Source: IPEDS

Which has a better graduation rate?▼

University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus: 59% of students finish in 6 years. University of Connecticut-Avery Point is at 57%.

Source: IPEDS

Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.