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University of Hartford

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West Hartford, Connecticut 06117-1599

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Known for health sciences

University of Hartford is a private institution in West Hartford with particular strength in health sciences and engineering. With an average SAT of 1207, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 4K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

58% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $60,823 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $29,558.

Established
1957
Motto
Ad humanitatem
Mascot
Howie the Hawk
Type
Private university
Conference
DIII no later than September 1
Division
Division III

Campus Visits

195 upcoming visits · Next: Mon, Jun 1 · Campus Visit

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Admission Office

200 Bloomfield Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06117

(860) 768-4296[email protected]
83%Acceptance
1207SAT Avg
4,032Students
11:1Student:Faculty
58%Grad Rate
$60,823Earnings 10yr
$29,558Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

University of Hartford Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate83.0%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1207

Reading & WritingMid: 595
560650
MathMid: 580
540630

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 26
2532

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions

Test-OptionalTracks InterestOn-Campus Interviews

Application Platforms

Common Application

Early Decision

November 15

Regular Decision

rolling

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

83.0%

Trend

SAT Avg

1207

Yield Rate

35.0%

Financial Aid

Need-Blind Meets 100% NeedMerit Scholarships

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$47,647
Room & Board$13,945
Books & Supplies$1,460
Total Cost of Attendance$62,273
Average Net Price$29,558
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$25,641
$30–48K$24,564
$48–75K$26,720
$75–110K$30,873
$110K+$33,759

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

35.6%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$19,500

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

31

Peer Average

37

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

8

Burglary

2

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

3

Motor Vehicle Theft

3

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

8

Drug Arrests

6

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Academics

Core/Distribution Requirementssemester
Majors
100
Avg class size
20
Student-faculty ratio
9:1
Study abroad
8%
View all 10 majors
NursingEngineeringBusinessMusicArtMechanical EngineeringAcoustical EngineeringArchitectureEducationPsychology

Programs (126)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

79%

Negative
  • 79% first-year retention rate
  • Active student organizations
  • Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Campus Life

Division IIICommonwealth Coast ConferenceGreek Life

Housing & Residential Life

first two years

Housing Styles

Traditional residence hallsSuite-style livingApartments

Dining

Student Body

Undergrads
4,032
Gender Split
57% / 43%
Women / Men
First Generation
29%
Pell Grant Recipients
30%

Race & Ethnicity

White 51%
Black 16%
Hispanic 17%
Asian 4%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate58.3%
Freshman Retention78.8%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$42,581
10 Years$60,823

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

After Graduation

Top Employers

Hartford HealthCareTravelers InsuranceUnited TechnologiesThe HartfordAetna

Rankings

U.S. News
#301
vs 2024
Washington Monthly
#434
2
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports

LacrosseAnd women

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

BDL Hartford Bradley10 mi
PVD Providence TF Green67 mi
ISP Long Island MacArthur72 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA93 mi · ~2h 41m drive
New York, NY101 mi · ~2h 55m drive
Hartford, CT3 mi · ~5 min drive
Providence, RI67 mi · ~1h 56m drive
Albany, NY79 mi · ~2h 17m drive
Syracuse, NY195 mi · ~5h 38m drive
Rochester, NY266 mi · ~7h 41m drive
Buffalo, NY324 mi · ~9h 22m drive
Philadelphia, PA181 mi · ~5h 14m drive
Pittsburgh, PA390 mi · ~11h 16m drive
Harrisburg, PA242 mi · ~6h 59m drive
Newark, NJ105 mi · ~3h 2m drive
Trenton, NJ152 mi · ~4h 23m drive
Southern (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Hartford Bradley (BDL)10 miles
Rental car
15 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
20 min$12-20
Providence TF Green (PVD)67 miles
Rental car
101 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
134 min$80-134

Nearby Attractions

Blue Back Square

Shopping, dining, and entertainment district

Elizabeth Park

Rose gardens and outdoor recreation

Hartford

State capital with museums and attractions

West Hartford Center

Trendy downtown with restaurants and shops

Transfer Admission

Minimum credits
12 semester hours

International Students

English Proficiency Requirements

TOEFL
IELTS
Duolingo

Deadline Calendar

University of Hartford Application Checklist

Decision Notifications

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