Units & Programs
The Office of the Provost supports academic programs and services that enhance teaching and learning, expand educational opportunities, and promote student success. Explore the units and programs within the Provost’s portfolio below.
Honors Program
Provides academically rigorous opportunities for high-achieving students through enhanced coursework, faculty mentorship, research, and experiential learning within a structured academic community.
Institute for Student Success
Leads university-wide efforts to improve retention, progress toward degree, and completion through coordinated advising, academic support services, learning communities, and data-informed initiatives.
Undergraduate Advising
Provides centralized advising support, particularly for students exploring majors or pursuing flexible degree pathways such as the Bachelor of General Studies. Advising focuses on academic planning, transition, and timely degree completion.
Student-Athlete Success Program
Supports student-athletes through advising, tutoring, mentoring, and skill development to ensure they receive the full benefit of a UConn education.
Summer and Winter Programs
Offers courses during intersession periods, allowing students to accelerate degree progress, complete requirements, or explore new areas of study.
Office of the Registrar
Maintains the integrity of academic records and oversees course registration, scheduling, grading, and degree certification. The office supports students, faculty, and departments by keeping accurate records and efficient administration of academic processes.
Early College Programs
Offers UConn courses and college credit to high school students. Courses are aligned with university standards and support college readiness and transition to higher education.
Continuing and Professional Education
Provides noncredit courses, certificates, and workforce development programs for adult learners and professionals. Offerings are developed in partnership with faculty and industry to support skill development, career advancement, and lifelong learning.
Office of Outreach & Engagement
Advances community-engaged learning and scholarship by connecting students, faculty, and staff with community partners. Initiatives include service-learning, public engagement, and collaborative projects that apply academic knowledge to real-world challenges.
Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning
Supports faculty in the design and delivery of effective, inclusive, and evidence-based teaching. CETL offers consultations, workshops, teaching resources, and programming focused on pedagogy, instructional innovation, and student learning.
Veterans Affairs and Military Programs
Offers support for veterans, active-duty service members, and military-connected students, including assistance with educational benefits, transition to university life, and ongoing academic support.
Office of Clinical Placement Coordination
Coordinates clinical and field placement experiences for students in programs that require experiential training. The office works with academic units and external partners to manage placement processes, ensure compliance, and support students’ progress through required clinical experiences.
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