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About University of Hartford

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University of Hartford is a private university in West Hartford, CT, known for its arts and design focus, doctoral level institution, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 83%, University of Hartford is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,148 students each year. University of Hartford is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1080–1290, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. University of Hartford offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $30,001 per year; the sticker price of $62,552 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Hartford acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

83%
Overall Accept Rate
1185
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1080 – 1290 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Hartford

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Application Strategy
If you are interested in business or performing arts, apply directly to Barney School of Business or the Hartt School, since these colleges within the university have their own distinct cultures and faculty, and naming your specific program shows you have done your research.
Test Score Strategy
Since Hartford is test optional and your score falls below their middle range, focus your application energy on your essays and activities list rather than submitting a score that could work against you.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Hartford actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$63k/yr$25.9k
30k-48k~$63k/yr$24.5k
48k-75k~$63k/yr$27.3k
75k-110k~$63k/yr$31.0k
110k+~$63k/yr$34.8k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

58%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$43k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
8:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
4,040
Undergrad Enrollment
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