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University of Hartford

West Hartford, Connecticut

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Spread across seven dynamic schools and colleges, the University of Hartford has been guiding the purpose and passion of students for over six decades. On the 350-acre campus alongside Connecticut’s capital city, approximately 4,600 undergraduate and 2,000 graduate students representing 49 states and 47 countries come together for a common purpose: to collaborate across different disciplines, diversify perspectives, and broaden world-views. Hartford is a four-year private university focused on advancing the public good through meaningful connections within our communities. Hartford’s unique approach to comprehensive education gives them the critical perspectives that lead to impactful change, regionally and beyond. With degree programs spanning the arts, humanities, business, engineering and technology, education, and health professions, Hartford focuses on doing the work that matters. For more information, visit hartford.edu.

Get to know University of Hartford

Enrolled female students
54%
 
Enrolled male students
46%
 
Gender Ratio
Full-time faculty
43%
 
Adjuncts
57%
 
Faculty Ratio
$40,490
Full-time tuition cost
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Acceptance rate
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Out-of-state students

Benefits

Student Activities

Student Activities

  • Campus Ministries
  • Choral groups
  • Concert band
  • Dance
  • Drama/theatre
  • International Student Organization
  • Jazz band
  • Literary magazine
  • Music ensembles
  • Musical theatre
  • Opera
  • Pep band
  • Radio station
  • Student government
  • Student newspaper
  • Student-run film society
  • Symphony orchestra
  • Television station
  • Yearbook
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Campus Resources

Campus Resources

  • Career Services
  • Writing Center
  • Academic Advisors
  • Library Services
  • Academic Tutors
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College Highlights

Engaged Students
Great Teaching
Vibrant Community
Successful Outcomes
Admissions & Aid
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Engaged Students

“I learned a lot about myself. Who I am. Who I want to be. Sometimes, you go long periods without experiencing any significant personal grow and sometimes it happens all at once. That was India for me.” — Liel A., International Studies & Economics, Spring 2016 in Jaipur, India

STUDY ABROAD
The University of Hartford hosts many opportunities for its students to enhance their learning. One life-changing program, in particular, is UHart’s study abroad program. The University offers over 50 options for students to pick from, promising something for everyone no matter where they want to go and what they want to explore.

ENROLLMENT BY ETHNICITY
Non-U.S. Citizen: 5%
Hispanic/Latinx: 13%
Black or African American, non-Hispanic: 16%
White, non-Hispanic: 51%
Native/Indigenous American or Alaska Native, non-Hispanic: 0%
Asian, non-Hispanic: 4%
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, non-Hispanic: 0%
Two or more races, non-Hispanic: 3%
Race and/or ethnicity unknown: 8%

Great Teaching

UHART HONORS
The honors program at the University of Hartford provides students with an excellent opportunity to further challenge themselves and enhance their education. With exclusive honors courses, close faculty mentorship, and interdisciplinary seminars, these tenacious students push themselves to their full potential. And it certainly doesn’t go unnoticed; an annual colloquium gives students the chance to showcase their excellent work and share their passions with others.

SPECIAL STUDY OPTIONS
Accelerated program
Cross-registration
Distance learning
Double major
Dual enrollment
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Exchange student program (domestic)
Honors Program
Independent study
Internships
Liberal arts/career combination
Student-designed major
Study abroad
Teacher certification program
Weekend college

Vibrant Community

STUDENT ACTIVITIES
The University of Hartford community is charged with activity, buzzing with clubs, student government, community service, and so many more experiences to enrich their college journey. With over 100 organizations to choose from, UHart students are both inspired and encouraged to explore their interests and discover new passions.

SCHOOL LOCATION
“Now in its sixth decade, the University of Hartford sits proudly on a 350-acre main campus that includes parts of Hartford, West Hartford, and Bloomfield, Conn. It provides a beautifully landscaped vista with grassy expanses and wooded areas with a branch of the Park River winding through it.”

ATHLETICS
The Hartford Hawks, represented by red and scarlet colors, compete in nine different men’s and women’s sports from basketball to soccer to lacrosse. In NCAA at the Division I level, the Hawks—along with their trusted mascot, Howie the Hawk—work just as hard on the field as they do in the classroom.

Successful Outcomes

CAREER SERVICES
Each student at the University of Hartford has the opportunity to participate as an intern not only to gain professional experience but also earn academic credit toward their degree. Students are encouraged to meet with their academic advisors and visit the on-campus career services department. With the helpful staff by their side, they prepare for the future with résumé assistance and career exploration.

Admissions & Aid

Admission

TEST SCORES
Optional

FRESHMAN PROFILE
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th Percentile: 510 | 75th Percentile: 610
SAT Math
25th Percentile: 510 | 75th Percentile: 600
ACT Composite
25th Percentile: 22 | 75th Percentile: 29

Tuition & Cost

Tuition: $40,490
Fees: $3,070
Room: $8,090
Board: $5,110

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Contact University of Hartford

Contact Admissions

www.hartford.edu/admission
(800) 947-4303
admission@hartford.edu

Campus Location

200 Bloomfield Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117

uofhart@hartford.edu

(860) 768-4100

Visit University of Hartford Online

www.hartford.edu

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