University of Hartford, also known as UHA or UHart, is a private, independent, co-educational university located in West Hartford, Connecticut. Originally established as the Hartford Society for Decorative Art in 1877, it was chartered in 1957 when the Hartford Art School, The Hartt School of Music, and the Hillyer College joined this institute. The university grants admission to over 4,000 students every year and is well known for offering a wide range of majors in music.
University of Hartford’s sports teams are called the Hartford Hawks and Howie the Hawk is the official mascot. The institution offers sports programs, for men and women, in basketball, track and field, and baseball.
The campus of University Of Hartford is in West Hartford, CT, which is a small city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at University Of Hartford include, at the school's highest level, the Doctoral degree.
The school has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. University Of Hartford is known for its programs in music.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 470. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 480 and 590.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at University Of Hartford is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
In 2007, the school had 7,290 students enrolled (6,091 full-time equivalent).
University Of Hartford has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. University Of Hartford values student athletics, and belongs to the America East.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"At the University of Hartford we provide a learning environment in which students may transform themselves intellectually, personally, and socially. We provide students with distinctive educational experiences that blend the feel of a small residential college with an array of academic programs and opportunities characteristic of a large university. Through relationships with faculty and staff dedicated to teaching, scholarship, research, the arts, and civic engagement, every student may prepare for a lifetime of learning and for personal and professional success."
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Hartford
200 Bloomfield Ave
West Hartford, CT 06117-1599
General Phone: (860) 768-4100
http://www.hartford.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 355 | business management, accounting, merchandising and sales, finance, insurance, entrepreneurship, organizational behavior, MIS |
| Liberal Arts | 259 | liberal arts and humanities, general studies, English, political science, history, sociology, technical and business writing, foreign language and literature, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 180 | elementary school teaching, music teaching, special ed, early childhood education, school counseling, educational administration, instructional media design, secondary teaching, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 158 | psychology, clinical psychology, physical therapy, school psychology, experimental psychology |
| Music | 121 | various music studies, music, music management, jazz, conducting, music history and theory |
| Media | 105 | communication studies |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 90 | nursing administration, registered nursing, community nurse |
| Engineering Technician | 86 | electronics tech, architectural engineering tech, mechanical engineering tech, computer engineering tech, engineering technician |
| Engineering | 77 | mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, engineering, environmental engineering |
| Medical Support And Technology | 53 | health service and sciences, radiation therapist, respiratory care tech, clinical lab tech |
| Design | 48 | illustration, graphic design |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 38 | film studies, printmaking, photography, multimedia, drawing, cinematography |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 34 | criminal justice and police |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 30 | information science, computer and info science, computer engineering |
| Fine Arts | 23 | ceramics, painting, art history and criticism, fine arts, sculpture |
| Science | 22 | biology, chemistry, physics |
| Law | 20 | legal assistant |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 16 | dance, acting, drama |
| Architecture And Planning | 12 | architecture |
| Family And Social Work | 8 | community organization, public administration |
| Mathematics | 6 | mathematics, mathematics and statistics |
| Religion And Philosophy | 5 | philosophy, Jewish studies, religious music |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 0 | occupational therapy |
| Medicine | 0 | neuroscience, pre-med |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Hartford in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,016 | 77 |
| Master's degree | 486 | 31 |
| Associate's degree | 175 | 6 |
| Doctor's degree | 36 | 5 |
| Post-master's certificate | 17 | 3 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 16 | 2 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 0 | 3 |
In 2007, University Of Hartford had a total enrollment of 7,290 students (6,091 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 48% |
| Women | 52% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 70% |
| Graduate | 30% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 58% |
| Black | 8% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 21% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 33% |
| 20-21 | 25% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Connecticut | 27% |
| New York | 26% |
| Massachusetts | 16% |
| New Jersey | 14% |
| New Hampshire | 4% |
| Pennsylvania | 3% |
| (International Students) | 3% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 69 % |
| Part-Time | 15 % |
University Of Hartford offers campus housing for 3,784 of its 6,091 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of West Hartford, Connecticut for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Connecticut Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 11,726 | 6,317 | 54% | 1,476 | 23% |
| Men | 4,921 | 2,803 | 57% | 713 | 25% |
| Women | 6,805 | 3,514 | 52% | 763 | 22% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 470 | 570 |
| SAT Math | 480 | 590 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 95% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 14% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 26,996 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 26,996 |
| Room and board | $ 10,418 |
| Room charge | $ 6,424 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,994 |
| Books and supplies | $ 860 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,350 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Hartford participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 142200)
University Of Hartford has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 145 | 56 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 32 | 31 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 37 | 33 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 4 | $73,474 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 4 | $63,081 | 4 | $68,277 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 5 | $68,044 | 10 | $75,502 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 64 | $83,910 | 13 | $83,712 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 91 | $66,643 | 45 | $67,697 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 49 | $56,818 | 44 | $55,878 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $50,758 | 7 | $43,773 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 209 | $69,304 | 110 | $63,173 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | America East |
| Baseball | America East |
| Track | America East |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 60 | 61 | 121 |
| Basketball | 13 | 14 | 27 |
| Baseball | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| Track | 0 | 9 | 9 |
| All Other Sports | 31 | 38 | 69 |
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Architecture (BArch, BA/BS, MArch, MA/MS, PhD)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance, General
General Merchandising/Sales/Related Marketing Operations, Other
Insurance
Management Information Systems, General
Organizational Behavior Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
DESIGN
Graphic Design
Illustration
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Acting
Dance, General
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education/Teaching Individuals - Hearing Impairments
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Educational/Instructional Media Design
Elementary Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
ENGINEERING
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, General
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Community Organization and Advocacy
Public Administration
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Ceramic Arts and Ceramics
Fine/Studio Arts, General
Painting
Sculpture
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
General Studies
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Political Science and Government, Other
Sociology
Technical and Business Writing
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics and Statistics, Other
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
MEDICINE
Neuroscience
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
MUSIC
Conducting
Jazz/Jazz Studies
Music History, Literature, and Theory
Music Management and Merchandising
Music, General
Music, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
Public Health/Community Nurse/Nursing
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Cinematography and Film/Video Production
Drawing
Film/Cinema Studies
Intermedia/Multimedia
Photography
Printmaking
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Jewish/Judaic Studies
Philosophy
Religious/Sacred Music
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Police Science
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Clinical Psychology
Experimental Psychology
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
School Psychology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Hartford Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in media (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Tenure system for quality teaching
Has ROTC (army, air force)
Offers athletic scholarships
NCAA athletic conference member
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