University of Hartford
About University of Hartford
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
The University of Hartford is a private university in West Hartford, Connecticut. It offers programs in engineering, business, health sciences, and the arts, including the well-known Hartt School of Music and Dance.
Founded
1877
Location
West Hartford, Connecticut
Students
5,938
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
95.8%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
54.4%
Below national average
Tuition
$49,075
Per year
Avg Net Price
$30,282
After financial aid
SAT Average
1219
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$60,823
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$35
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
University of Hartford accepts the majority of applicants at 95.8%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1219/ 1600
ACT Scores
26/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
54.4% complete their degree within six years
Retention
82.9%
4-Year Grad
53%
6-Year Grad
61%
Teaching Quality
8:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
44%
$/Student
$16.2K
Class Size
Small
While 53% finish in 4 years, 82.9% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$49,075
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$14,532
Books & Supplies
$1,460
Total Cost of Attendance
$64,729
After Financial Aid
$30,282
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$25,925
Receive Grants
33%
Take Loans
65.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $64,729/yr, including $14,532 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $30,282.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at University of Hartford fund their education.
While in School
33%
Get Grants
Free money
65.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$70,000
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $61K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Hartford.
Gender
58.4%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,146
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,792
Graduates
28.7%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
4.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 58% of the student body. 28.7% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
4,146
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Hartford fields 10 varsity teams with 446 student athletes, about 11% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
America East
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Track and Field (Indoor)
Student Athletes
446
11% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
57% / 43%
254
Men
192
Women
8
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Hartfordearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$60,823
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Psychology, General
$29K
64 grads
1yr Earnings
Music
$25K
57 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$106K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$32K
48 grads
1yr Earnings
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
$79K
32 grads
4yr Earnings
Mechanical Engineering
$74K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $43K at six years, $47K at eight, and $61K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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