Overview
HuskyCT, which stands for “Husky Course Tools,” is UConn's name for our learning management system. The application we use is Blackboard Learn 9.1. Instructors may use a HuskyCT site to post course materials, online assignments, discussion forums, tests, and grades.
How do I access HuskyCT?
Type huskyct.uconn.edu into your web browser.
You will need an active NetID and password to log in.
If you have not yet activated your NetID, please visit the NetID website.
Otherwise, log into HuskyCT using your NetID and password.
A menu displaying your courses will appear.
How do I access my courses?
Click on the Courses button on the left-hand menu of the home page.
If your course has not yet started, change the drop-down at the top of the page from "Current Courses" to "Upcoming Courses" to see your upcoming courses.
How do I reset my password for HuskyCT?
Your password for HuskyCT is the same as your NetID. To reset the password, please visit the NetID website.
Which web browsers are compatible with HuskyCT?
The following desktop/laptop browsers are supported.
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Chrome | 63+ | 63+ |
Edge | 42+ | 38+ |
Firefox | 57+ | 57+ |
Internet Explorer | Unsupported | Unsupported |
Safari | 12+ (Mac OS only) | With iOS 11+ |
Students can quickly verify if their browser is supported by visiting Blackboard's Browser Checker.
Can I access HuskyCT from my mobile device?
Yes. Students may access HuskyCT using the Blackboard app. Alternatively, students can download the Blackboard app for iOS 9.0+, Android 4.2+, and Windows 10+.
For more information, including download links, please see Mobile Solutions for Students.
When will my courses be available in HuskyCT?
While most HuskyCT courses are open to students on the first day of classes each semester, some may start earlier/later. If a course is listed as “unavailable” after the start date of the semester, please inquire with your instructor directly.
See the UConn Academic Calendar for official start/end dates.
A course I'm taking is not listed in HuskyCT.
Courses are offered in HuskyCT at the discretion of the instructor. Therefore, not all courses in the UConn catalog will be available in HuskyCT. If you are officially registered in a course that is not listed in HuskyCT after the start date of the semester, please inquire with your instructor.
If you recently enrolled in a course, please allow up to 24 hours for HuskyCT to receive the update, before contacting your instructor.
Course enrollments are updated periodically throughout the day.
Update Schedule
Mon-Fri: 8:30 am, 12:45 pm, and 4:45 pm
Sat-Sun: 12:45 pm and 4:45 pm
If 24 hours have passed, you do not see your course(s) listed, and your instructor has confirmed the course is offered in HuskyCT, contact the ITS Technology Support Center.
I dropped a course, but it's still listed in HuskyCT.
If you recently dropped a course, please allow up to 24 hours for HuskyCT to receive the update. Course enrollments are updated periodically throughout the day.
Update Schedule
Mon-Fri: 8:30 am, 12:45 pm, and 4:45 pm
Sat-Sun: 12:45 pm and 4:45 pm
I can’t find an assignment, exam, or other content item in my HuskyCT course.
Availability and placement of tests, assignments, and other content are maintained by your instructor. Sometimes, instructors will place conditions on releasing content (start/end dates, prerequisites, etc.). Please consult your instructor for guidance on navigating the course and/or accessing specific materials.
My exam attempt in HuskyCT was interrupted and the system will not allow me to finish.
HuskyCT quizzes/exams can only be reset by your instructor. If you have exceeded the allotted number of attempts,
Additional attempts are offered solely at the discretion of your instructor.
I uploaded the wrong assignment and the system will not allow me to re-submit.
The number of attempts permitted for an assignment is set by your instructor. If you have uploaded the wrong file for an assignment, you contact your instructor directly. The ITS Technology Support Center is not permitted and does not have access to reset assignment attempts. Only your instructor, at his/her discretion, may reset your assignment attempt.
I need to finish an Incomplete. How do I access a course from a previous semester?
Courses from prior semesters are generally not open to students. You should first contact your instructor and obtain permission to access materials from the prior semester.
Your instructor will update the course availability date and your enrollment status. If your instructor approves the request and you're still having difficulty accessing the course, contact the Technology Support Center.
Can I add/drop classes from within HuskyCT?
No. Course registration, including add/drop, is facilitated by the Registrar’s Office at (860) 486-3331 or registrar.uconn.edu/contact-us-students/
What is LockDown Browser?
LockDown Browser (LDB) is a secure browser for taking tests in HuskyCT. LDB prevents you from printing, copying, going to another URL, or accessing other applications during a test. If a test in HuskyCT requires LDB, you will not be able to take the test with a standard web browser.
LockDown Browser should only be used for taking tests in HuskyCT. It should not be used in other areas of HuskyCT.
For information on downloading LockDown Browser, see Downloading and Installing LockDown Browser in HuskyCT.
How do I troubleshoot issues with LockDown Browser?
For help with LockDown Browser, see Troubleshooting LockDown Browser.
Issues with Playing Videos in the Course
To troubleshoot this issue, see Troubleshooting Common Video Playback Issues and Solutions in HuskyCT.
How do I upload a profile picture to HuskyCT?
For instructions on how to upload a profile picture to HuskyCT, see Uploading Your Profile Picture.
How do I change my name in HuskyCT?
HuskyCT reads your preferred name from the NetID system. To change your name in HuskyCT, update your preferred name at netid.uconn.edu. The change will take place at the next user info update, which happens Monday through Friday at 6 AM.
Where can I find the SET survey link?
A link to the SET survey is available on the My Courses tab in HuskyCT. Depending on your view, the module containing this link may appear anywhere on the page. If it is not located in the upper right column, try scrolling to the bottom of the page, checking both the left and right columns.
Where do I go for more help with HuskyCT?
If you are having issues connecting to or logging in to HuskyCT, contact the Technology Support Center.
For assistance with features and tools, help is available on the Student Help tab in HuskyCT.
If further assistance is needed or your issue is different from the ones described above, contact the Technology Support Center.
After-hours (and holiday) support for HuskyCT features and tools are available 24/7 from Blackboard Support on the HuskyCT 24/7 Course Support page.