Short answer: the middle 50% of first-year students who enrolled at University of Connecticut scored about 1210 to 1440 on the SAT, with an average of 1348. That means a quarter of enrolled first-years scored 1210 or lower and a quarter scored 1440 or higher. These numbers come from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
UConn at a glance
SAT middle 50%: 1210 to 1440 | Average: 1348
Reading and Writing: 610 to 710 | Math: 600 to 730
ACT middle 50%: 28 to 33
Admission rate: 52.4%
UConn SAT scores by section
| Section | 25th percentile | 75th percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Reading and Writing | 610 | 710 |
| Math | 600 | 730 |
| Total (sum of sections) | 1210 | 1440 |
The total row adds the two section numbers, so treat it as a close estimate, not an exact percentile of total scores. For comparison, the average SAT score for the class of 2026 was 1045 (528 Reading and Writing, 517 Math), according to College Board.
Does UConn require the SAT?
No. UConn says it is test-optional “for the foreseeable future,” and that no student is disadvantaged without a score. Some older UConn pages still mention fall 2026, but the main admissions page and the fall 2027 Stamps Scholarship page both list testing as optional.
- Official scores only: if you want scores considered, they must come directly from College Board or ACT. Scores printed on a transcript do not count.
- Superscoring: UConn combines your best section scores across dates.
- Timing: take the SAT before December so scores arrive by the January 15 deadline.
- Stamps Scholarship: scores are optional, but if you send one it should be at least 1420.
- SAT code: 3915.
UConn’s own fall 2026 numbers: admitted students who sent scores had a middle 50% SAT of 1320 to 1460 at the Storrs main campus and 970 to 1250 at the regional campuses. College Scorecard’s range above combines an earlier year of enrolled students.
What SAT score should you aim for?
For Storrs, aim for 1320 or higher, the bottom of UConn’s fall 2026 admitted range. At 1460 or higher you are in the top quarter. For the regional campuses, the range is 970 to 1250.
If you are aiming for the Stamps Scholarship, UConn’s line is clear: send a score only if it is 1420 or higher. Remember that only official scores count, so order your score report early.
Where do you stand against UConn’s range?
Take a free full-length practice test and compare your section scores to 710 (Reading and Writing) and 730 (Math).
How to close the gap
- Find your weaker section by comparing each score to UConn’s 75th percentile above.
- Practice at the top difficulty level. Scores in this range come from getting the hardest questions right. Try these hard SAT math questions and this hard SAT English practice test.
- Drill your weak skills in Targeted Practice.
- Compare schools with similar ranges in the College Finder.
For cost, graduation rate and earnings data, see the full UConn college profile.
Frequently asked questions
What SAT score do you need for UConn?
There is no cutoff, but the middle 50% of enrolled first-year students scored about 1210 to 1440.
What is the average SAT score at UConn?
College Scorecard lists an average of 1348.
Does UConn require the SAT?
No. UConn is test-optional for the foreseeable future, considers only official scores if you send them, and superscores.
Sources
- U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard: University of Connecticut (latest admissions data, accessed October 2026).
- UConn Admissions, First-Year Applicants.
- UConn Admissions, Stamps Scholarship Applicants.
- College Board Newsroom, Class of 2026 SAT results.
Frequently Asked Questions
What SAT score do you need for UConn?
There is no cutoff, but the middle 50% of enrolled first-year students scored about 1210 to 1440.
What is the average SAT score at UConn?
College Scorecard lists an average of 1348.
Does UConn require the SAT?
No. UConn is test-optional for the foreseeable future, considers only official scores if you send them, and superscores.