University of Connecticut-Avery Point
School Highlights
University of Connecticut-Avery Point serves 564 students (91% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 47%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 564 students
- In-state tuition: $10,658
- Out-state tuition: $30,838
- Acceptance Rate: 94%
- Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
- Minority enrollment: 39%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
University of Connecticut-Avery Point ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Earnings
School Overview
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 262% over five years.
University of Connecticut-Avery Point
(CT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
87 staff
154 staff

Student Body
The student population of University of Connecticut-Avery Point has declined by 14% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The University of Connecticut-Avery Point diversity score of 0.59 is less than the state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
564 students
2,354 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1

# Full-Time Students
515 students
789 students

# Part-Time Students
49 students
1,305 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
507 students
318 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
515 students
789 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
13 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
49 students
2,023 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
86 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
485 students
% Asian
9%
4%

% Hispanic
16%
21%

% Black
3%
14%

% White
61%
53%

% Two or more races
6%
2%

% Non Resident races
2%
2%

% Unknown races
3%
4%


Diversity Score
0.59
0.65

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
3.07%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
1.38%
1.38%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$59,600
$34,800

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $10,658 is more than the state average of $5,329. The in-state tuition has declined by 16% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $30,838 is more than the state average of $15,711. The out-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$10,658
$5,329

Out-State Tuition Fees
$30,838
$15,711

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
74%

Median Debt for Graduates
$21,500
$8,000

Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,750
$4,356

Acceptance Rate
94%
91%

SAT Total Avg.
1,020
1,010
SAT Reading
510
500

SAT Math
510
510

SAT Writing
520
495

ACT Total Avg.
23
23
ACT Composite
23
23

ACT English
21
23

ACT Math
21
22

Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does University of Connecticut-Avery Point cost?
University of Connecticut-Avery Point's tuition is approximately $10,658 for In-State students and $30,838 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of University of Connecticut-Avery Point?
The acceptance rate of University of Connecticut-Avery Point is 94%, which is higher than the state average of 91%.
What is University of Connecticut-Avery Point's ranking?
University of Connecticut-Avery Point ranks among the top 20% of community college in Connecticut for: Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation).
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