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University of Hartford

The University of Hartford is a private university located in West Hartford, Connecticut, USA. The University has about 6,000 students who come from 48 US states and 43 countries around the world.

United States, Hartford
The campus is centrally located just two hours from New York City and Boston.
Acceptance rate - 83%
Number of students - 6022 Number of students - 6022
International students - 3% International students - 3%
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Quick Facts

The campus is centrally located just two hours from New York City and Boston. The campus is centrally located just two hours from New York City and Boston.
Acceptance rate - 83% Acceptance rate - 83%
Number of students - 6022 Number of students - 6022
International students - 3% International students - 3%

About University

The University of Hartford, located in West Hartford, Connecticut, offers a variety of programmes and is known for its personalised approach to education. With more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students, the university is committed to providing a high-quality, interdisciplinary education in a variety of fields, including the arts, business, engineering, health, and sciences. The campus is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities such as the Hartt School of Music, Dance, and Theater, which houses performing arts programs, and advanced engineering laboratories. Proximity to major cities such as Hartford and New York City allows students to take advantage of a variety of professional opportunities, internships, and cultural experiences.

Academic Programs

Taught in English

Barney School of Business

8+ programs
Accounting Business Analytics and Managerial Economics Finance Risk Management and Insurance Entrepreneurial Studies Management Marketing Business

College of Arts and Sciences

23+ programs
Psychology Criminal Justice Organizational Psychology Economics Chemistry Cinema Digital Media and Journalism Communication Computer Science International Studies Politics and Government Computer Science and Engineering Biology Biochemistry English Judaic Studies History Data Science Mathematics Physics Sociology School Psychology Philosophy

College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture

16+ programs
Biomedical Engineering Civil Engineering Interdisciplinary Engineering Studies Architectural Design + Technology Audio Engineering Technology Computer and Electronic Engineering Technology Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Electromechanical Engineering Technology Robotics Engineering Aerospace Engineering Mechanical Engineering Electrical and Computer Engineering Electronic Engineering Technology Acoustical Engineering and Music Architecture

Hartford Art School

8+ programs
Illustration - BFA Painting and Drawing Ceramics Photography - BFA Printmaking Sculpture Art History Visual Communication Design

College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions

11+ programs
Education Health Sciences Early Childhood Education Radiologic Technology Respiratory Care Nursing Elementary Education Integrated Elementary and Special Education Exercise Science Physical Therapy Prosthetics and Orthodontics

Intakes & Deadlines

Available intake periods for application

Closed

Fall 2025

Fall 2025

Deadline: 15 Nov, 2024
Closed
Closed

Fall 2026

Fall 2026

Deadline: 15 Nov, 2025
Closed

Admission Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Basic Requirements

GPA

2.75

English Language Level

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL iBT

80

Pearson PTE

58.5

Duolingo

110

How to Enroll

Follow these steps to apply University of Hartford

1

Filling in the application form

Please select one of the applications below and complete all required fields on the application. Your application will NOT be processed until your address in your country of citizenship is known. UHart Application for Admission - Please complete this online application. All students are welcome. 10-15 minutes to complete. The Common Application - Please complete this application if you are attending a secondary or preparatory school in the U.S. or an international school abroad. 30 minutes to complete.

2

Submit your academic credentials

Acceptance of documents for admission will begin on the basis of an electronic (scanned) copy of your academic transcript. However, your admission will not be final until an official transcript/record is received from each secondary institution you have attended. Important: All transcripts submitted in languages other than English must include a translation. Official academic transcripts must be mailed in a separate sealed envelope. Please request that an official copy of your documents be sent to one of the addresses below (electronic or hard copy): intlinfo@hartford.edu Or: University of Hartford International Admission 345 Gengras Student Union 200 Bloomfield Ave West Hartford, CT 06117 USA

3

How to get a UHart I-20

To obtain a UHart I-20 you will need to provide the following: A statement from your parents' bank showing a balance equal to or greater than the cost of attending the university for one academic year . This figure can be provided in local currency or US dollars. Financial Sponsorship Certification Form - please complete and return this form along with your bank statement. Pay Entry Fee Please complete, scan, and return the I-20 Request Form * I-20 Transfer Request Form - please complete, scan and return. Copy of passport - please scan and return. *Copy of U.S. visa - please scan and return. *These forms are ONLY required if you already have a valid visa and intend to study in the US. If you do not have a US visa, they are not required for the UHart I-20. You may submit them before your application is processed or after you receive notification of admission. Once we receive these forms, we will create your I-20 form.

4

Indicate your level of English language proficiency

If your first language is not English, you will need to prove your English language skills.

5

ONLY for Fine Arts, Music, Performing Arts programmes

Please tick the following requirements only if you are applying for a degree in visual arts, music, theatre or dance. Portfolio Requirements at Hartford Art School Painting, sculpture, visual communication design, ceramics and illustration Submit an art portfolio of at least 15-20 pieces of work. It should include examples of your best work from the past 2 years, observational drawings, and other approaches that demonstrate your strengths. Please submit work that demonstrates the breadth and depth of your artistic endeavours and highlights your ideas and conceptual abilities as well as technique. Hartt School requirements - music, theatre and dance Admission to all majors at The Hartt School requires completion of a supplemental application to The Hartt School and an audition and/or interview. This may be a recording and/or Skype interview. For more information, please visit the Hartt Admissions page.

Cost of Study

Full breakdown of tuition and living costs

Annual tuition fee
$45,682/year
Includes academic materials
On-campus accommodation (per year)
$10,000/year
Food (per year)
$3,280/year
Transport (for the year)
$610/year
Telecommunications (for the year)
$560/year
Scholarships
• Hawk International Scholarship • Music, Dance, and Theatre Scholarship (Hartt School Applicants) • Fine Arts Artistic Merit Scholarship (Hartford Art School Applicants)

Campus Life

Facilities and student experience

• University of Hartford Library

World-class facility

• The University of Hartford Sports Complex

World-class facility

• The Hartt School

World-class facility

• The Hartford Art School

World-class facility