Since UCONN 2000 began, the only constant at the University of Connecticut has been monumental change that has surpassed all expectations. The development and implementation of this landmark program - an integral part of the University's strategic plan - has yielded impressive dividends.

> A 56 percent increase in freshman enrollment over the past seven years includes 314 high school valedictorians and salutatorians.

> Our nationally recognized Honors Program has seen a 50 percent increase in freshman student enrollment during the same time period.

> U.S. News and World Report, America's Best Colleges 2002 reported that the University catapulted 10 positions, representing the largest rankings jump among the top 50 national public universities ranked in 2001. UConn has distinguished itself among all other New England public universities and now ranks among the top three public universities in the Northeast and among the top 30 public universities in the nation.