University of Hartford is a private nonprofit 4-year college in West Hartford, Connecticut with 4,146 undergraduates. It admits 96% of applicants, costs an average of $28,928 a year after grants and graduates 57% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
University of Hartford acceptance rate and admissions
University of Hartford admitted 96% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 570 to 660, math 550 to 650). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
University of Hartford application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Early action II | Dec 15, 2026 |
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on University of Hartford’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
University of Hartford tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $50,445 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $14,890 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $65,347 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $28,928 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $28,928 a year after grants and scholarships, $36,419 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run University of Hartford's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
University of Hartford graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 57% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $66,020 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $26,981 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 41% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
University of Hartford majors and what graduates earn
University of Hartford awarded bachelor's degrees in 55 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($104,301).
All 55 majors at University of Hartford
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at University of Hartford
28 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 28 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 265 | $109,768 | $33,137 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 99 | $73,252 | $32,292 |
| Special education | Master's | 61 | $56,851 | $30,750 |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 45 | n/a | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Professional doctorate | 31 | n/a | n/a |
| Music | Master's | 30 | $32,523 | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 29 | $115,999 | $25,500 |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 28 | $53,539 | $30,750 |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Master's | 28 | $50,205 | $41,000 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Professional doctorate | 26 | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 25 | $90,396 | n/a |
| Architectural Sciences and Technology | Master's | 23 | $62,204 | $47,118 |
| Communication | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 11 | $71,705 | n/a |
| Graphic and industrial design | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Doctoral | 8 | $107,058 | n/a |
| Mechanical engineering | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Film and photography | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Music | Doctoral | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Education, Other | Professional doctorate | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering, general | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Electrical engineering | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Civil engineering | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental engineering | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Education | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Professional doctorate | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at University of Hartford
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 27 | n/a | n/a | $19,500 |
| Paralegal | Certificate | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Paralegal | Associate degree | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 4,146 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 58% women, 42% men
- 11 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by New England Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Hartford?
University of Hartford admitted 96% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does University of Hartford cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $50,445. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $28,928 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for University of Hartford?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 570 to 660 in reading and writing and 550 to 650 in math, and 24 to 30 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is University of Hartford test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, University of Hartford reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at University of Hartford?
57% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do University of Hartford graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $66,020 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.