Welcome to UConn Stamford

Welcome to the University of Connecticut Stamford Campus.  Located in downtown Stamford, Connecticut, the campus is steps away from major corporate headquarters such as Pitney Bowes, General Electric and UBS, performing arts centers including the Palace Theatre and Rich Forum, close to 75 restaurants, and shopping, highlighted by the Stamford Town Mall,  with 100 fine shops featuring Saks Fifth Avenue and Macy’s, all of which are easily accessible by train, car and bus.

It has been two years since I assumed the leadership of the UConn Stamford Campus and I am very proud of the students, staff and faculty, and their commitment to excellence in and out of the classroom. The students are engaged learners who are motivated to attain success in their chosen professions. They are supported in their efforts by the most dedicated faculty and staff that I have worked with during my 20 years in higher education administration.

UConn Stamford is the top choice of students in Fairfield County, including the first valedictorian to start her studies at the Stamford Campus this year. Offering four-year undergraduate programs, and with an Honors Program that engages students in seminar discussions, our programs of study provide 10 academic majors that you can begin and finish at the Stamford Campus, complemented by graduate degrees (MBA and EMBA), and professional development programs through the Connecticut Information Technology Institute.  The campus offers traditional-aged students, returning adults, professionals in the workforce, transfer students and lifelong learners a foundation in the liberal arts and sciences that complements our professional preparation curriculum.

In an attempt to better prepare our students for the global economy, the Stamford Campus recently established the Center for Globalization and Commerce. The Center’s goals are threefold: (1) to conduct empirical research in conjunction with the Fairfield County business community; (2) to offer global internships for UConn students; and (3) to present lectures and symposia on contemporary global issues and topics.

In addition to the new Center, we work to sustain the quality and excellence of the academic programs that are offered at the Stamford Campus. We provide classrooms and laboratories with contemporary equipment and computers.  Our students are provided with scholarships based upon merit and financial need to pay for tuition, fees and books,  offered opportunities to engage in undergraduate and graduate research that benefits local communities; and given opportunities for student engagement through the Honors Program, Student Government Association and Service-Learning.

It is for all of these reasons that the UConn Stamford Campus attracts students from throughout Southwestern Connecticut and international students from throughout the world.  I encourage you to explore the opportunities for personal and professional enhancements that UConn Stamford can offer to you.  You’ll be surprised to see all that happens beyond our dramatic concourse.  We look forward to meeting you and serving you.

Michael M. Ego
Associate Vice Provost