Welcome to UConn Waterbury
Your best is about to get even better. At UConn Waterbury, you’ll get all the benefits of a prestigious public research university in a small college setting. For more than 70 years, UConn Waterbury has opened the doors to educational access and excellence for thousands of Connecticut residents. Today, the campus is located in a leading-edge facility in the heart of Waterbury’s revitalized downtown.
1,000+
Undergraduate Students
48%
of Huskies are ethnic and racial minorities
57 Miles
Distance to Storrs
135+
Education Abroad Programs
University News
A Juneteenth event at UConn Waterbury, hosted by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, celebrated diversity and historical reflection
‘In this and everything we do, we will ask ourselves: Is this helping our graduation rate? Is this supporting student success?’
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Upcoming Events
There is always something to do, see, and learn on campus.
Ease into the start the semester with some breakfast! Enjoy food and drinks, and socialize with the rest of the campus.
Welcome back to campus with some BBQ lunch from D’Amelio’s! Attend the Resource and Involvement Fair to learn about all the opportunities available to you!
Join the ACC in welcoming our Fall 2025 mentors and mentees. UConn Connects is UConn’s largest volunteer mentoring program designed to provide students with the skills and support needed for academic success.