Returning to UConn

To return to the University, after a gap in a student’s enrollment, the student must complete an application for readmission.

Readmission Deadlines

Fall semester applications are due July 1st

Spring semester applications are due December 1st

Selection of Major

Students applying for readmission typically return to their former school/college. In cases where a student wishes to change their school/college, they may need to initially return to their original program or ACES before applying for admission to the new major. Once you are readmitted, you can explore the options to apply to your preferred school/college.

Special Requirements

The following School/Colleges have major-specific requirements and typically only readmit students who have previously been enrolled in their programs:

CAHNR (Allied Health Sciences, Exercise Science, and Nutritional Sciences)
College of Engineering
Neag School of Education
School of Business
School of Fine Arts
School of Nursing
School of Pharmacy
School of Social Work

Readmission Process

Read below before submitting an application. Please note that readmission is not guaranteed.

Who should reapply?

  • If you have previously attended the University of Connecticut as an Undergraduate student.
  • If there is a gap in your attendance due to any of the following reasons:
    • You took a semester or more off from taking classes
    • You are currently on a leave of absence
    • You withdrew from all of your classes in one semester
    • You have been academically dismissed
      • Individuals returning from academic dismissal should review the information on the Scholastic Standing website which outlines how to prepare for readmission
    • You have earned an undergraduate degree from the University of Connecticut and would like to earn a second undergraduate degree
    • You were suspended from the University of Connecticut and you have been approved to reapply by the Office of Community Standards

    What is needed to apply for readmission?

    • To submit the Readmission Application, you will need to know your NetID and password.
      • If you need assistance resetting your NetID/password go to https://netid.uconn.edu or call the ITS Help Center at 860-486-4357 (HELP)
    • A prepared personal statement
    • Transcripts from any other Universities attended while away
    • If you intend to apply for financial aid, fill out your FAFSA as soon as possible. You should not wait for your readmission to be approved to fill out your FAFSA application.

    How long does the application process take?

    Readmission decisions are sent out on a rolling basis. Decisions may be delayed if an application is missing information (e.g. grades/transcripts, holds, etc.).

    For the fall semester:

    • The application period is open from December 2nd thru July 1st.
    • Notifications typically begin April.

    For the spring semester

    • The application period is open from July 2nd thru December 1st.
    • Notifications typically begin in November.

    Please contact the Dean of Students Office with questions and if you wish to check on the status of your readmission application at 860-486-3426.

    Regional Campus students with questions about their readmission application should contact the campus representative listed below:

    How will I be notified if I’m readmitted?

    Students will be notified via email regarding the decision. Be sure to check both your personal and UConn email. 

    Readmission Holds

    Certain types of holds will restrict your enrollment such as bursar holds, immunization holds, Perkins loan holds, Dean of Students Office holds, and any hold administered by the Community Standards Department. To resolve the hold, you must contact the appropriate office, as identified in Student Admin.

     

    Ratcliffe Hicks Readmission

    Questions pertaining to readmission to the Ratcliffe Hicks program should be directed to Kristen Dostaler.

     

     

    Academic Renewal

    Undergraduate students who have been separated from the university for at least eight consecutive semesters may seek academic renewal at the time of their application for readmission. Through academic renewal, a student may remove up to 16 credits of coursework with a grade of C- or lower from their GPA calculation after rematriculating at UConn. These courses must have been taken previously at the University of Connecticut. The registered grade, earned credits, and grade points for these courses shall remain on the transcript but will no longer calculate into the GPA. Students shall not receive credit toward their degree for courses placed on academic renewal. Academic renewal can be used only once and is limited to those completing their first bachelor’s degree at UConn.