UConn Opened Registration for Early College Program
Connecticut students can now register for university courses offered through high schools until mid-October.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Secondary Education
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The University of Connecticut has opened registration for its Early College Experience program, which allows students to earn college credit before graduating from high school. Registration for the program, which features 110 different course options, remains open until October 16.
Why it matters
The program offers significant financial savings for families compared to the cost of standard college tuition. It provides an accessible pathway for students to accumulate university credits while still enrolled in secondary education.
The program charges $50 per credit, meaning a four-credit course costs no more than $200. Nationwide, 87% of colleges and universities accept credits earned through the Early College Experience.
The players
University of Connecticut
A public research university based in Storrs that administers the Early College Experience.
Glastonbury High School
A participating secondary school that enrolled 472 students in the program during the 2025-26 school year.
The details
Students enroll in high school courses that serve as official equivalents to standard University of Connecticut classes. Families qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch or federal assistance programs are eligible for full program fee waivers.
Timeline
The program launched in the mid-1950s.
Registration for the current academic year opened on September 16, 2026.
Registration for the program closes on October 16, 2026.
Culture Shift
This program aligns with the broader move toward early college credit attainment as a way to reduce the total cost of higher education. It follows a pattern set by state education standards that promote college readiness for secondary students.
Eligible families can significantly reduce college expenses by securing credits at the $50-per-credit rate. Students should finalize their enrollment by the October 16 deadline to ensure participation in the current semester.
The takeaway
Students looking to get a head start on their degree should verify if their high school participates in the UConn program. Utilizing these credits can translate into thousands of dollars in savings for families over the course of a four-year degree.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Hour.
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