The University of New Haven, also known as UNH, is a private, comprehensive, coeducational university located in suburban West Haven, Connecticut. Originally established in 1920 as the New Haven YMCA Junior College, the college offered education in business and engineering to the local students. The institute became independent in 1926, and it gained the university status in 1970. The main campus covers more than 80 acres and the college grants associate's, bachelor's, and master's degrees in more than 100 areas of study. UNH is organized into the following academic divisions:
UNH’s sports teams are nicknamed the Chargers and the college’s athletics department fields more than 15 sports teams.
University Of New Haven is located in West Haven, CT (a large suburb). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by University Of New Haven is the Doctoral degree.
The school has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. University Of New Haven is known for its programs in music and security and law enforcement.
The school does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 450. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 450 and 580. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
University Of New Haven has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
University Of New Haven had 4,774 enrolled students in 2007.
The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. University Of New Haven offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the New York Collegiate Athletic Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The University of New Haven is a student-centered comprehensive university with an emphasis on excellence in liberal arts and professional education. Our mission is to prepare our students to lead purposeful and fulfilling lives in a global society by providing the highest-quality education through experiential, collaborative, and discovery-based learning."
More complete details are provided below.
University Of New Haven
300 Boston Post Road
West Haven, CT 06516
General Phone: (203) 932-7000
http://www.newhaven.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Security And Law Enforcement | 446 | forensic science, criminal justice and administration, fire protection tech, security and loss prevention, criminal justice and safety, criminal justice and police, corrections and criminal justice, fire protection, ... |
| Business And Management | 320 | business management, accounting, human resources, business and related services, labor relations, taxation, marketing, finance, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 152 | education, educational administration |
| Engineering | 84 | electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, environmental engineering, civil engineering, industrial engineering, engineering management, chemical engineering, engineering, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 83 | organizational psychology, psychology, community psychology, forensic psychology, mental and social health services, psychology courses |
| Science | 67 | anatomical sciences, chemistry, biology, bioinformatics, ecology, marine biology |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 61 | computer and info science, information science, computer support, computer engineering, computer programming courses, computer science, computer programming |
| Music | 53 | various music studies, music management, music |
| Medical Support And Technology | 36 | dental hygienist |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 36 | dietitian, sports and fitness management |
| Family And Social Work | 23 | public administration, social service professions, foodservice management |
| Liberal Arts | 16 | political science, English, liberal arts and sciences, general studies, international studies, history, international relations, political science and government |
| Medical Administration | 15 | health care administration, occupational health, health and medical administrative |
| Engineering Technician | 14 | occupational safety tech, telecommunications tech |
| Hospitality | 12 | hospitality management, hotel management, tourism and travel |
| Architecture And Planning | 10 | interior architecture |
| Law | 9 | legal assistant, legal studies |
| Media | 8 | communication studies, journalism, mass communication |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 4 | commercial art |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 3 | environmental studies |
| Science And Laboratory Technician | 2 | biology tech, chemical tech |
| Mathematics | 2 | mathematics, applied mathematics |
| Transportation | 1 | aviation operations |
| Fine Arts | 1 | fine arts |
| Cooking And Culinary Arts | 0 | culinary arts services |
| Design | 0 | interior design |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of New Haven in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 731 | 28 |
| Bachelor's degree | 539 | 49 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 91 | 34 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 50 | 19 |
| Associate's degree | 47 | 18 |
| Doctor's degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2007, University Of New Haven had a total enrollment of 4,774 students (4,029 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 53% |
| Women | 47% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 58% |
| Graduate | 42% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 63% |
| Black | 8% |
| Hispanic | 6% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 9% |
| (Foreign Students) | 11% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 25% |
| 20-21 | 21% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 78 % |
| Part-Time | 13 % |
University Of New Haven offers campus housing for 1,688 of its 4,029 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of West Haven, Connecticut for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Connecticut Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 14 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,153 | 2,315 | 73% | 706 | 30% |
| Men | 1,519 | 1,114 | 73% | 376 | 34% |
| Women | 1,634 | 1,201 | 74% | 330 | 27% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 450 | 560 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 580 |
| SAT Writing | 450 | 560 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 97% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 26,396 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 26,396 |
| Room and board | $ 10,810 |
| Room charge | $ 6,530 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,280 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,300 |
Financial Aid:
University Of New Haven participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 139700)
University Of New Haven has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 97 | 22 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 13 | 11 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 30 | 9 |
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 | academic year | 69 | $94,381 | 12 | $87,401 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 35 | $81,906 | 9 | $69,575 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 11 | $62,596 | 13 | $58,632 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $54,638 | 2 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 20 | $52,032 | 6 | $44,249 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 140 | $81,708 | 42 | $66,551 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | New York Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | New York Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | New York Collegiate Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 65 | 65 | 130 |
| Basketball | 11 | 11 | 22 |
| Track | 14 | 8 | 22 |
| Baseball | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| All Other Sports | 23 | 46 | 69 |
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Interior Architecture
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
International Finance
Labor and Industrial Relations
Logistics and Materials Management
Marketing Research
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Taxation
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Programming, Other
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Culinary Arts and Related Services, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
ENGINEERING
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, General
Engineering, Other
Engineering/Industrial Management
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Operations Research
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician
Telecommunications Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Foodservice Systems Administration/Management
Public Administration
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
Tourism and Travel Services Management
LAW
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Legal Studies, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
International/Global Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Political Science and Government, Other
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
MUSIC
Music Management and Merchandising
Music, General
Music, Other
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
SCIENCE
Bioinformatics
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences, Other
Chemistry, General
Ecology
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Biology Technician/Biotechnology Laboratory Technician
Chemical Technology/Technician
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician
Fire Protection, Other
Forensic Science and Technology
Security and Loss Prevention Services
Security and Protective Services, Other
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Community Psychology
Forensic Psychology
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
Psychology, General
Psychology, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of New Haven Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
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
Offers a board (meal) plan
Tenure system for quality teaching
Offers athletic scholarships
NCAA athletic conference member
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