University of Hartford

Since its founding in 1957, the University of Hartford has attracted students and faculty who change the world in meaningful ways. UHart is a diverse institution with a global reach, as students from approximately 50 countries come to study at one of its seven distinctive schools and colleges every year.

The 350-acre campus, with a branch of the Park River winding through it, sits at the crossroads of Hartford, Connecticut’s capital city, and the vibrant towns of West Hartford and Bloomfield. Boston and New York City are two hours away, and New England’s beaches, mountains and cultural attractions are easily accessible.

The national and global contributions of University of Hartford alumni — a community of more than 85,000 and counting — reflect the wide range of academic disciplines offered by the institution’s schools and colleges. UHart graduates are engineers, scientists, professional athletes, and performing artists. They are health professionals, journalists, educators, and entrepreneurs.

At a glance:

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 our 350-acre campus alongside Connecticut’s capital city, approximately 4,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students representing 48 states and 45 countries come together for a common purpose: to collaborate across different disciplines, diversify perspectives, and broaden worldviews. We’re a four-year private university focused on advancing the public good through meaningful connections within our communities. Our unique approach to comprehensive education gives us the critical perspectives that lead to impact change, regionally and beyond. With degree programs spanning the arts, humanities, business, engineering and technology, education, and health professions, we focus on doing the work that matters.

Why UHart (University of Hartford)?

Good universities give you the skills you need to get started in your chosen field. Great universities give you that and more: the lifelong ability to question, discover, change, and grow.

To be distinct, you have to be bold.

At the University of Hartford, we help you make your mark on the world. We offer a unique combination of challenging academics, exceptional faculty, enriching student life, and support service that will guide you through your college career. So, why UHart? Because we have it all.

Challenging Academics:

We help you partner your passion with your dream profession. With seven schools and colleges, we offer over 100 majors ranging from business, nursing, education, and arts, to religious studies and chemistry. Study what you love and love what you learn.

Exceptional Faculty:

Our faculty are practicing artists, groundbreaking researchers, published authors, global visionaries, and downright brilliant scholars. With an 8:1 student-faculty ratio, you'll interact with colleagues, professionals, and faculty across a diverse range of thought and experience during your time here at UHart.

Extraordinary Support:

Part of the beauty of UHart is that we encourage our students to embrace their college experience, and we provide the support to help them do it, every step of the way. UHart students have access to an exceptional Center for Student Success. Whether you need help in or out of the classroom, we're here for you.

Enriching Student Life:

UHart isn't all fun and games, but honestly, some of it is. Just because a UHart education is rigorous doesn't mean we don't know how to relax. In fact, some of the deepest friendships you make here are likely to start when you play intramural sports, participate in student government, or any one of our more than 100 clubs.

Go Hawks!

Whether it's hiring top coaches or attracting top talent, we create teams with a common goal: to be the most dynamic, versatile, and strongest athletes possible. Beyond our sports and winning teams, we're committed to being top scholar-athletes. A 3.37 combined GPA reflects our dedication to academic priorities as well as strong sportsmanship.

Ideal Location:

Surrounded by green spaces and wooded trails, our 350-acre campus is situated at the crossroads of three towns: Hartford, West Hartford and Bloomfield. In addition to our proximity to the capital city, UHart is only two hours from Boston and New York City. Our location offers plenty of opportunities to explore New England's vibrant culture, cities, beaches, and mountains.

Our seven dynamic schools share a common focus: helping students partner their passion with their dream profession. And because we’re a campus of unique individuals who don’t all see the world the same way, we value difference. Our multiple perspectives make us better listeners and more thoughtful doers.

Admission requirements vary from country to country. Kindly contact our admissions counsellor for more information!