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University of Hartford

West Hartford, Connecticut

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Spread across seven dynamic schools, the University of Hartford has been guiding the purpose and passion of students for over six decades. The 350-acre campus alongside Connecticut’s capital city, approximately 5,000 undergraduate and 1,500 graduate students from 48 states and countries come together for a common purpose: to collaborate across different disciplines, diversify perspectives, and broaden worldviews. The University of 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 us 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, the University of Hartford is focused on doing the work that matters.

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Get to know University of Hartford

5,069
Degree-Seeking Undergraduates
Enrolled female students
51%
 
Enrolled male students
49%
 
Gender Ratio
Full-time students
88%
 
Part-time students
12%
 
Full-time to Part-time Ratio
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Retention rate
10:1
Student/teacher ratio
$36,088
Full-time tuition cost
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6-year graduation rate
Rolling
Application deadline
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Acceptance rate
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Out-of-state students
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
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
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.

CLASS SIZE
The number of sections of each class size.
2-9: 436| 10-19: 729 | 20-29: 377
30-39: 51 | 40-49: 8 | 50-99: 6 | 100+: 2

ENROLLMENT BY ETHNICITY
Nonresident aliens: 5%
Hispanic/Latino: 12%
Black or African American, non-Hispanic: 15%
White, non-Hispanic: 54%
American Indian 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: 4%
Race and/or ethnicity unknown: 6%

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

ADMISSIONS FACTORS
Very Important
Rigor of secondary schools

Important
Class rank | Academic GPA | Standardized test scores

Considered
Application Essay | Recommendation(s) | Interview | Extracurricular activities | Talent/ability | Character/personal qualities

FRESHMAN PROFILE
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th Percentile: 520 | 75th Percentile: 620
SAT Math
25th Percentile: 510 | 75th Percentile: 610
ACT Composite
25th Percentile: 21 | 75th Percentile: 27

Tuition & Cost

Tuition: $35,036
Fees: $2,754
Room: $7,774
Board: $4,212

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Contact Admissions

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

Campus Location

200 Bloomfield Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117

uofhart@hartford.edu

(860) 768-4100

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