I applied for storrs and the hartford branch. I dont think i will get into either because my grades were really bad this year, and ive pretty much given up all hope for the Storrs branch. Ive already heard from CCSU so that is my safety for next semester. If i go to UCONN-Hartford or CCSU i will probably stay home and commute.
CCSU is a much better school now than it was when I was there 7 years ago. They've done a lot of work on campus and offer a bunch more majors than were offered then also. So don't get too bummed out over it. When I was there I had an off-campus apartment with three buddies (even though it's only about 15 minutes from my house) only so I could get out of my parents house. Had a hell of a good time and my academics showed it.
3 out of the 4 of us had permits to carry so we were safe as far as the neighborhood went, but we were there during a rash of back-porch arsons. That was a little scary but we were on the first floor and figured we could get out in a hurry if need be, luckily never had to. Unless money is a concern, I would highly recommend living on or off campus instead of communting. The social aspects of college life are important as well. Plus that way you won't end up like my brother-in-law who graduated last year and still lives at home.