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University of Hartford

West Hartford, CT·Private nonprofit·4,032 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

83%
Accept
4,032
Students
$29,558
Net Price
58%
Grad Rate
$51,700
Earnings
10 yr
$19,500
Debt

About This School

University of Hartford is a private nonprofit institution located in West Hartford, Connecticut with approximately 4,032 undergraduate students enrolled. University of Hartford has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 83%. The average net price after financial aid is $29,558 per year. The graduation rate is 58%, and the typical graduate earns $51,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of Hartford (UHart) is a private university in West Hartford, Connecticut, United States. Its 350-acre (1.4 km2) main campus extends into neighboring Hartford and Bloomfield. It enrolled approximately 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students as of fall 2024. The university is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 58% graduation rate means roughly 4 in 10 students who start don't finish, which is a real concern worth discussing before enrolling. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a relatively modest $19,500, and the Hartford area offers solid access to internships and employers across insurance, healthcare, and arts industries. Worth considering if you have a clear program fit — particularly in music, engineering, or the arts — but make sure you understand why so many students leave before finishing.

Founded
1957
Setting
Midsize city

Popular Programs

Health Professions19%
Visual & Performing Arts13%
Engineering12%
Business & Marketing10%
Psychology7%
Education5%
Social Sciences5%
Communications5%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Richard NealJack SwigertFrancisco FloresVin BakerMia LoveMarin IrelandLeo BrouwerChip TaylorSonja FussDamion LoweJeff BagwellGia Allemand

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1207
Reading 75th %ile650
Math 75th %ile630

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite26

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$47,647
Out-of-State Tuition
$47,647
Avg Net Price
$29,558
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants30%
Median debt at graduation$19,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
58%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
79%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$51,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$40,300
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$51,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.7x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White51%
Black16%
Hispanic/Latino17%
Asian4%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (4,032 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of Hartford

200 Bloomfield Ave

West Hartford, CT 06117-1599

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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