University of Connecticut

Based in Storrs -- about 30 miles outside of Hartford -- the University of Connecticut ranks as the largest college in the state, enrolling more than 32,000 students annually through campus-based and online courses. As the state's flagship public university, UConn offers more than 110 majors in its 14 schools and colleges, with degrees available at all academic levels. The school hosts many top-ranked professional and academic programs, including education, primary care medicine, pharmacy, social work, and speech-language pathology. As a major public research university, UConn offers substantial opportunities for undergraduates to participate in faculty research. The school's Office of Undergraduate Research connects students to mentorships, research seminars, workshops, funding opportunities, and other resources for independent and collaborative research. In 2018, UConn received over $250 million in support for research, training, and public service and provided nearly $200 million in scholarships and grants to its students.