UConn ECE Program
EARLY COLLEGE EXPERIENCE
UCONN's Early College Experience (ECE) is a concurrent enrollment program that allows high school students to take UCONN courses at their high schools for both high school and college credit.
Things to consider:
UConn Early College Experience (ECE) at DHHS
We are proud to offer the UConn Early College Experience (ECE) program at Daniel Hand High School, giving our students the opportunity to earn college credit while still in high school through rigorous, college-level coursework.
In 2025, over 19,000+ students participated in the ECE program. Our ECE courses are taught by certified DHHS faculty members who have been approved by the University of Connecticut to deliver UConn-level instruction.
Important Deadlines & Commitment
Please take all deadlines seriously. When registering for or withdrawing from a UConn ECE course, you must follow UConn's official deadlines, not DHHS course add/drop timelines. Failure to meet UConn’s deadlines may result in being responsible for fees or not receiving credit.
Before registering, we strongly encourage students and families to consider:
- The academic commitment required for college-level coursework.
- All registration and withdrawal deadlines set by UConn.
- No exceptions are made for missed deadlines.
Course Fees
- Students are responsible for all course fees assessed by UConn, not DHHS.
- The cost per course is determined by UConn and is not waived if you withdraw after their deadline.
- Financial aid may be available through the ECE program—please inquire directly with UConn or visit their ECE website for more information.
Credit Eligibility
To receive UConn credit:
- You must be officially registered through the UConn ECE program.
- You must earn a passing grade in the course as defined by UConn standards.
Only students who complete these requirements will receive a UConn transcript with earned credit, which may be transferrable to other colleges and universities (based on each institution’s policies).
If you have any questions about the UConn ECE Program, registration, or deadlines, please contact Mrs. Hawley or Mrs. Hahn in the School Counseling Office.
We are excited that so many DHHS students are taking advantage of this incredible opportunity—and we’re here to help guide you through the process!
2025-2026 DHHS Courses Available for UCONN Credit:
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AP ENGLISH LITERATURE & COMPOSITION #041
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PROCESS OF COMMUNICATION #074
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AP U.S. HISTORY #171
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AP EUROPEAN HISTORY #192
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DISCRETE MATH #267
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AP CALCULUS (AB) #272
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AP CALCULUS (BC) #271
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AP STATISTICS #291
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MATH FOR BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS #295
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AP CHEMISTRY # 351
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AP PHYSICS 1 #361
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AP PHYSICS (C) #363
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AP FRENCH #426
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AP LATIN #436
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MANDARIN 4 HONORS #446
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SPANISH CINEMA & CONVERSATION #450
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SPANISH 6 HONORS #451
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INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT #578
(Offered every other year; see our CTE Department for course listings.)
2025-2026 UCONN ECE Information
2025-2026 REGISTRATION DEADLINES
Registration Open September 16, 2025 – October 16, 2025
Adds & Drops September 16, 2025– October 16, 2025
On or before the deadline, paid program fees will be refunded. All drop requests after deadline will be processed as withdrawals and fees will NOT be refunded.
UCONN ECE HELP
Help Desk Ticket: UConn.DualEnroll.com (upper right corner)
Email: ece@uconn.edu
Phone: 860.486.1045 OR 855.382.UECE (8323)
MON - FRI 8:00 am - 4:00 pm