About the course

The Bachelor of General Studies (BGS) is designed for returning adults. A student needs at least 60 college credits or an associate?s degree from a degree granting regionally accredited college to be considered for admission to the program.

　　Students in this major select courses from multiple disciplines and academic departments, and work with their academic advisor to establish a coherent plan of study. Students require 30 credits at the 2000-level and above, and may not have more than 21 credits at the 2000-level and above in any one academic department on their final plan of study. Students may also pursue one or more minors as part of their plan of study. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: US$156,000

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Stamford
Spring (January), 2024	Storrs
Fall (September), 2024	Storrs
Fall (September), 2024	Stamford
Spring (January), 2025	Storrs
Spring (January), 2025	Stamford
Fall (September), 2025	Storrs
Fall (September), 2025	Stamford
Spring (January), 2026	Storrs
Spring (January), 2026	Stamford

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Connecticut

A strong academic foundation is the key to a successful admission application. International freshman applicants must complete secondary school (equivalent to U.S. grades 9-12) and be eligible to enter a university in their own country prior to the expected entry date to the University of Connecticut.

　　International applicants should have college preparatory coursework in the core subjects of English (if offered), mathematics, physical science, and social science reflected throughout their high school academic careers. Students applying to the school of Nursing or Engineering must have taken secondary school level physics and chemistry.

　　The personal essay is required and provides the applicant an opportunity to add a unique voice to the application as well as demonstrate writing ability.

　　Your submitted high school transcript(s) should include your senior classes, class rank (if applicable), and latest grades earned.

　　UConn requires official SAT or ACT scores to be sent directly from the appropriate test provider.

　　The minimum score requirement for the TOEFL is 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based), or 79 (internet-based). The minimum score requirement for the IELTS exam is 6.5.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Connecticut. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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