University of New Haven
300 Boston Post Rd.
West Haven, Connecticut 06516
Undergraduate Admission:
203/932-7319 or
800/DIAL-UNH
Fax 203/931-6093
http://www.newhaven.edu
ENROLLMENT
Undergraduates:
Full-time:
1,600 men/1400 women
Part-time:
354 men/273 women
Graduate:
835 men/924 women
FRESHMAN ADMISSION
PROFILE
Number who applied:
6,000 (approximate)
Number accepted:
4,080
Number enrolled:
1,370
Average SAT scores:
1070 CR/M Combined
Average GPA:
3.2
Freshmen retention rate:
83%
COSTS
Tuition:
$27,000
Room and board:
$11,00
Fees, books, misc.:
$2,050 approx.
FINANCIAL AID
Freshmen receiving aid:
85%
Average financial aid package:
60% of Financial Need
FACULTY
Full-time:
214
Part-time:
290
Ph.D.:
90%
Student/faculty ratio:
10:1
University of New Haven
300 Boston Post Road
West Haven, Connecticut 06516
The University of New Haven is a private, coeducational university located in West Haven, Connecticut.
College Description / Campus Visit
Founded in 1920, the main campus sits on a hillside overlooking Long Island Sound, with a view of the city of New Haven. Within easy driving distance of New York, Boston, the city of arts and ideas and the center of a rapidly developing technology cluster. UNH offers the advantages of a suburban atmosphere as well as the excitement of city life. UNH provides excellent instruction in a great variety of academic disciplines, yet it is small enough to accommodate individual programs and needs. Programs from the five undergraduate schools and colleges are constantly evolving to meet changing academic and career needs and the requirements of business, industry, and professional fields. UNH is proud of its students, who come from around the United States and more than 55 foreign countries.
Academic Life
The University of New Haven offers nearly 100 bachelors degree programs and 30 graduate programs within five colleges, as well as a challenging and rewarding honors program.
The College of Arts and Sciences offers majors in art, biology, biotechnology, chemistry, communication, dental hygiene, English, environmental science, general studies, graphic design, history, interior design, liberal studies, marine biology, mathematics, music, music industry, music & sound recording, nutrition & dietetics, political science and psychology.
Students in the College of Business study accounting, finance, hotel and restaurant management, international business, management, marketing, and management of sports industries, tourism and event management.
The Tagliatela College of Engineering offers 6 ABET accredited programs in chemical, civil, computer, electrical, and mechanical engineering; as well as programs in chemistry, computer science, information technology, and system engineering.
Students in the Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences find programs in criminal justice, forensic science, fire & occupational safety, fire protection engineering, fire science, human services, legal studies, and occupational safety & health.
And finally, University College enables adult students to learn in an accelerated environment, as well as meets the needs of part-time day and evening students looking for a flexible schedule to complete their degree.
Campus Life
UNH encourages students to become actively involved in life outside of the classroom and provides many opportunities to do so. Over 60 clubs and organizations including:
· student chapters of professional societies
· a weekly student newspaper
· religious organizations
· social groups
· the campus radio station
· student councils
· cultural groups
· fraternities and sororities
Events sponsored throughout the year include:
· concerts
· comedy series
· talent shows
· plays
· films
· lectures
· fashion shows
· an international festival
A convenience store, campus store, and ATM machine are conveniently located on campus. E-mail, internet, and word processing are available to all students at our computer centers. UNH provides extensive services to its students, including career development, international student services, health services, student activities and leadership development, a counseling center, and disabilities services. Numerous residence halls provide traditional and apartment-style living to over 75% of our full-time undergraduate students.
Diversity
The Office of Intercultural Relations assists the University in promoting cultural diversity, awareness, and sensitivity throughout the campus community. Its programs, services and activities promote cultural identity and understanding within a multicultural environment.
The office can assist students with finding information about scholarships, internships, conferences and events that are of special interest to women, students of color, members of the LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) community, students from various religious/spiritual backgrounds, etc. The office also maintains an updated list of cultural events taking place on and around campus.
All members of the University community – regardless of background – are welcome and encouraged to stop by and chat with the Director, browse the
Facilities and Resources
The University of
The Marvin K. Peterson Library contains more than 300,000 volumes and government documents, more than 1,000 periodicals, and CD-ROM disks and online databases. Students can find quiet study nooks, newspapers, the university archives, and a paperback leisure reading rack among the three floors.
Communication majors participate in sound workshops and study film production and radio broadcasting in well-equipped radio/television laboratories and studios.
The Tagliatela College of Engineering underwent a $5.25 million renovation due to a generous gift from the Tagliatela Family. This renovation supports the college’s unique “spiral curriculum”, which encourages students to develop skills not only in their chosen field of engineering, but also leadership and communication skills, as well as interdisciplinary understanding.
The
A state-of-the-art dental hygiene clinic includes 18 treatment centers where dental hygiene students clean teeth, take dental X-rays, and provide oral fluoride treatments and oral hygiene instruction.
Athletics/Sports
Eighteen varsity sports as well as cheerleading, dance and active intramural and recreational programs provide UNH students with ample opportunities to participate in sports as a serious athlete, recreational player, student manager, or fan.
Collegiate teams include men's and women's cross country, soccer, basketball, indoor track, outdoor track; men's football, baseball, lacrosse; women's tennis, volleyball, and softball. Teams compete on the NCAA Division II level in the prestigious Northeast 10 Conference (NE-10).
Intramural programs and recreational sports are offered throughout the year. The David A. Beckerman Recreation Center opened in 2007 providing students with enhanced facilities including:
· an elevated running track
· three multi-use courts
· cardiovascular and weight training equipment
· aerobic and exercise classes
· a juice bar
Financial Aid / Scholarships
UNH offers a comprehensive financial aid program that includes university resources as well as state, federal, and private aid programs. Approximately 85% percent of full-time undergraduate students receive some form of financial aid in the form of:
· Grants
· Scholarships
· Student loans
· Part-time employment
Most financial aid awards are based on an individual applicant's demonstration of financial need. Some funds are available on a merit basis for students who have exceptional academic records or athletic ability. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to qualify for need-based aid.
To receive a preliminary financial aid award, the deadline for applying is March 1. Award notifications are sent out beginning in late March.
Admission Requirements / UNH Application / CommonApp / Universal App
The University of New Haven accepts applications for students for both the fall and spring semester on a rolling basis. Applications for admission are reviewed as they are received. To assist you in your application process, please be sure to visit our application process page.
