IT’S YOUR FUTURE. YOU LEAD THE WAY.
At the University of Hartford, we encourage students to explore their passions, discover what drives them, and define their own future. There is no one path, one career, or one way to achieve success. Our students’ academic journeys and professional aspirations are as diverse as the mark they each will leave on the world.
People really aren’t kidding when they say you will remember college for the rest of your life.”
A vibrant campus community. Access to opportunities. A convenient location.
THE UNIVERSITY OF HARTFORD HAS IT ALL.
Centrally located between Boston and New York City, the University is nestled in West Hartford and Hartford, Connecticut’s capital city, and neighbors some of the state’s most vibrant towns. An expansive, 350-acre campus offers students a diverse backdrop in which to live and learn.
Our proximity to corporate partners opens the doors for our students—from internships and professional networking events, to volunteer and civic engagement opportunities that bridge the University to the community.
FIND US ON SOCIAL
ELIZABETH PARK, WEST HARTFORD
BLUE BACK SQUARE, WEST HARTFORD
DOWNTOWN HARTFORD
Jessica Camarillo ’24
Jessica will begin her career as a systems engineer at Pratt & Whitney, where she interned. The connections she made to industry professionals in the business and engineering fields helped her during her internship at Pratt & Whitney.
A lot of the crucial skills I learned from UHart were the critical thinking skills that are essential to be a successful engineer. ”
JESSICA CAMARILLO ’24 | MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Ty Millette ’25
says Ty Millette ’25, who is pursuing a data science major and mathematics minor. To help him reach his career aspirations, Ty joined a team of Barney School of Business students on a project for The Hartford Insurance Company that gave them a better understanding of what real-world experience in the data science field could look like in business.
My ultimate career goal is to get into the sports data/analytics industry, preferably with basketball, ” TY MILLETTE ’25
You will find your career path but you won’t walk it alone.
ALLAN CENTER FOR CAREER AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Named after a generous gift by Donald Allan Jr. ’86, president and CEO of Stanley Black & Decker and chair of the UHart Board of Regents, the Allan Center offers students extensive opportunities across all seven of the University’s schools and colleges, aimed at career readiness and professional success.
Thanks to a growing list of programs and offerings, the Allan Center is now serving students in an even greater capacity, preparing them to leverage their academic success through workshops, networking events, job placements, and career coaching. Our students graduate ready to face their career path head on.
Albani Hunt ’24
80,000 ALUMNI +
300+STUDENTS INTERN EVERY SEMESTER IN OUR NETWORK
MORE THAN 600 EMPLOYERS IN UHART NETWORK
Albani was accepted into the NBC Sports internship program for the Olympic Games Paris 2024, where she covered the gymnastics event. She enjoys working behind the scenes in sports broadcasting. In talking about the internship, she shared “I am hoping to learn what exactly goes into putting on a sports program of this caliber. I really want to soak up as much knowledge as I can.” Albani’s experience with UHart’s mobile sports production studio to broadcast UHart athletic events gave her valuable hands-on experience with sports production.
Do your best to be a student whom professors want to endorse. Leaving a good impression on faculty is so important and could be the determining factor in potential job opportunities.”
ALBANI HUNT ’24 | DIGITAL MEDIA AND JOURNALISM | COMPUTER SCIENCE
Making an Investment in the Future of UHart’s Students
Stanley Black & Decker, Pratt & Whitney, and other industry leaders in Connecticut are stepping up to make significant investments in the University of Hartford.
Through a new transformational gift of $3 million, Stanley Black & Decker is doubling down on its commitment by providing scholarships to students from 29 towns within the Greater Hartford region, vital funds that will address rising unmet need among these students. These students, who are selected each year, join the ranks of scholars like Julian, who enjoy access to Stanley Black & Decker employees for monthly mentoring sessions, résumé-building workshops, and leadership development programs. They are also guaranteed first-round interviews for internships.
Julian Spivey ’24
Applying what I’ve learned in class to real-world situations in an actual job environment gives me a whole different perspective. ”
Julian is one of the inaugural recipients of the Stanley Black & Decker “Be a Force for Good” Scholarship. He was paired with a Stanley Black & Decker employee for monthly mentoring sessions, took tours of the company’s locations, and attended résumé-building workshops and leadership development programs. He also participated in an internship at the company and took a full-time position with them after graduation.
These students have come to the University of Hartford with a thirst for knowledge, and it is our duty to ensure they leave prepared to do good in the world. I can think of no greater investment than preparing our students for success.”
DONALD ALLAN JR. ’86 | PRESIDENT & CEO, STANLEY BLACK & DECKER | CHAIR, UHART BOARD OF REGENTS
JULIAN SPIVEY ’24 | FINANCE
BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Tyanna Stewart ’24
Tyanna Stewart ’24, a first-generation student, always harbored a passion for health care but initially lacked a specific career goal. She was attracted to the University of Hartford, where she had the chance to explore various opportunities. Engaging actively in campus clubs and organizations, Tyanna discovered her calling in community-based health care, prompting her to declare a major in health sciences the College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions (ENHP), with a minor in psychology.
A pivotal moment for Tyanna occurred during her involvement in a community service day as a member of The Women’s Advancement Initiative’s LEAD program, inspiring her pursuit of public health. Grateful for the support from ENHP and dedicated professors, she now feels well-prepared for both graduate school and the workforce. “The health science curriculum is great. The emphasis on health care concepts and lab sciences makes it so that students have a broader array of career options,” she says.
Beyond the classroom, Tyanna fully embraced her UHart experience by participating in alumni panel sessions, networking events, and activities hosted by the Career Studio. “I think having those interactions not only encourages students like me, but it gives us a networking opportunity that could lead to something greater, like a job or internship opportunity,” she says.
Tyanna’s engagement extended to serving as an intern for The Women’s Advancement Initiative and a public health fellow at the West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District. Her fellowship experience, including the development of a public health intervention for implementation in the spring, solidified her passion for public health.
After graduation, she plans to pursue a Master of Public Health degree and continue her involvement with local community organizations through volunteering.
This fellowship experience has helped me prepare for my future in public health by confirming this work as my passion, giving me the daily experience of what this work entails, and exposing me to the tasks and expectations of someone in this role.
TYANNA STEWART ’24 | HEALTH SCIENCES
Your learning experience will not be just textbooks and lectures.
Inside the classroom, our faculty offer experience and expertise, enhancing a curriculum that is focused on preparing students for their careers—and their lives. But, your academic journey is more than just attending class; it’s questioning, investigating, and discovering solutions as part of a community of learners. Beautiful, state-of-the-art spaces in places like our newest academic building, the Hursey Center, provide innovative and interactive environments for our students to learn, collaborate, and further their knowledge.
The Honors Program is such a fantastic way to take advantage of your college experience. It is the same course load, but with such unique additions. Engaging in interesting course topics, conferences, and other Honors based opportunities is a great way to gain an overall sense of what you really want to achieve during and post college.”
Student Television Network (STN) studio, Harry Jack Gray (HJG)
CLARICE JAYAWIKREMA ’24 | INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Senior Project: Understanding Labor Emigration from Modern Sri Lanka
Sculpture studio, Hartford Art School
Makerspace, Hursey Center
Imagine combining work-study, a good deed, and international travel, all in one interesting project. Five University of Hartford students do not have to imagine it at all; those are precisely the elements they combined in a recent trip abroad.
Two UHart students went to Kenya and three to Peru, to help assure that patients in need of prosthetic devices were well served and to assist the local health care teams in becoming more self-sufficient in their treatment obligations. They also received real-world experience in their chosen field.
200 PROGRAMS AROUND THE WORLD + HAWKS ABROAD
Dance studio, Handel Performing Arts Center (HPAC)
Robotics studio, Hursey Center
DOCTOR
OF PHYSICAL THERAPY
Matt Glassoff ’21, D’24
This profession is the perfect intersection of medicine, personal interactions, and what I believe to be the solution to many health care issues we are faced with today. I think there is a lot more physical therapists can be doing in society and I’m excited to be part of it.”
Matt Glassoff, a recent graduate in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program, is on the path to remarkable success. Matt has made significant strides in the physical therapy field and within the UHart community.
Upon entering the doctoral program, Matt made a pivotal decision to join the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Serving as vice president of the student special interest group within the Connecticut state chapter, Matt quickly immersed himself in the profession, forging invaluable connections and gaining insight into the larger landscape of physical therapy.
Elevating his involvement, Matt was elected as the APTA student chief delegate by his peers, representing more than 30,000 physical therapy students nationwide at the prestigious APTA House of Delegates. “Representing the voice of students was by far one of the most humbling experiences of my life thus far and showed me how important professional advocacy is,” Matt says.
Matt has known that he would like to be a physical therapist since eighth grade. Inspired by his own experiences as a patient and fueled by a love for human movement and health, Matt found his calling in physical therapy.
With a wealth of clinical experience acquired through rotations at various health care facilities that UHart partners with, Matt has had the opportunity to experience different stages of the health care system and develop an understanding of the full scope of being a physical therapist. “After having a diverse clinic experience, I feel prepared to enter any kind of setting knowing that I will be able to be successful in it,” Matt says. Whether in outpatient orthopedics, acute care, specialized rehabilitation, or beyond, Matt’s diverse skill set and unwavering dedication set him apart as a rising star in his field.
As Matt prepares to embark on his career, his UHart journey has equipped him with the skills, experiences, and determination to thrive as a compassionate and competent physical therapist. With boundless potential and a steadfast commitment to excellence, Matt Glassoff is poised to leave an indelible mark on the field of physical therapy and beyond. He plans to enter the workforce in the Northeast region.
The physical therapy program at UHart did a great job in finding me clinical settings that met my goals and desires. By the time I hit the clinic, I felt very prepared to be successful in any clinical environment I was placed in—regardless of the situation.
MATT GLASSOFF ’21 D’24 | PHYSICAL THERAPY
Seven Distinct Schools.
Endless Possibilities.
The University of Hartford is composed of seven vibrant schools and colleges, each unique in its offerings, but all thriving alongside one another.
Broaden your horizons through innovative programs and spaces spread across campus.
There is a much greater connection between students and professors and everyone mostly knows each other outside of a student-student or student-professor relationship. ”
JONATHAN
HO ’24 |
DOUBLE MAJOR IN COMPUTER AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Jonathan’s favorite part about being a student at UHart was having access to tools, equipment, and resources such as the Hursey Makerspace, Robotics lab, and Internet of Things (IoT) lab. He also enjoyed the small class sizes.
UHART CAMPUS
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, TECHNOLOGY, AND ARCHITECTURE
Put yourself out there and get out of your comfort zone…growth doesn’t happen when you’re standing still — you have to push yourself.”
’26 | MUSIC MANAGEMENT
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, NURSING AND HEALTH PROFESSIONS
HARTFORD ART SCHOOL
BARNEY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
THE HARTT SCHOOL
HILLYER COLLEGE
KATRINA LACOMBE
Build a strong academic foundation for success.
Our curriculum will enhance your academic and personal development as well as your career readiness. Here, you will acquire the skills and knowledge that will help you stand out when you’re applying for jobs or to graduate school.
WHAT SETS US APART?
There are so many opportunities to explore your interests. You can study anything from biology to digital media and journalism, to criminal justice or data science. Major in English and minor in math. With 20 majors and 25 minors, you can be creative and curious.
You take a first-semester seminar.
Our First-Year Seminar course strengthens your writing and presentation skills as you adjust to college academics. Plus, it gives you the chance to meet fellow A&S students who are studying a wide variety of subjects.
MAJORS
Biochemistry
Biology
Chemistry
Cinema
Communication
Advertising and Public Relations
Communication Studies
Media Strategies
Criminal Justice
Data Science
Digital Media and Journalism
Digital Media Production
Journalism and Sports Media
Media Studies
Economics
English
Creative Writing
Literature
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
History
International Studies
Judaic Studies
Mathematics
Physics
Politics and Government
Psychology
Sociology
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Work in top-notch science labs and creative spaces. You’ll have access to the latest scientific equipment and instruments in our newly renovated lab spaces, while our School of Communication offers real-world experience in our new student-run public relations agency, podcasting studio, and Mac digital production lab.
Access to internships, research opportunities, and more. Go beyond your regular classroom activities through internships, undergraduate research, service-learning, civic engagement opportunities, an honors thesis, or even studying abroad!
NETWORK WITH OUR ACCOMPLISHED ALUMNI
You take a career preparation course and get career advice from successful alumni in your chosen field of study.
OUR STUDENTS BENEFIT FROM PARTNERSHIPS WITH:
I appreciate the general requirements that allow students from different majors to take classes together and get a taste of other programs in the college.”
“The small class sizes help with personalized interaction and relationship-building with classmates and professors. These student-faculty relationships also come in handy when looking for internships or opportunities to engage in the field of biology.”
OMARIO RICKETTS ’23 | BIOLOGY | A&S AMBASSADOR | VP OF UHART'S PRE-MEDICAL CLUB
Where business leaders are born.
YOUR CAREER SUCCESS IS AT THE CORE OF EVERYTHING WE DO.
With our industry-focused curriculum, you will gain hands-on learning experiences, build a powerful network of business professionals, and make connections with other students who are passionate about their career pursuits.
We work closely with industry partners to give you outstanding career development opportunities. Executives and managers from our partners, many of whom are Barney School alumni, advise and mentor our students through company information sessions, professional development workshops, career fairs, internships, and full-time positions after graduation.
GAIN REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE WITH SOME OF OUR PARTNERS:
We prepare leaders for the current business landscape. Our signature combination of a core business curriculum, supported by critical realworld experiences, ensures that you graduate with the tools necessary to navigate your career with confidence. Graduates go on to work for companies like Aetna ® , CVS Health ® , Cigna ® , Deloitte, Ernst & Young, KPMG, PwC, Raytheon Technologies, Stanley Black & Decker, The Hartford, and Travelers.
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
Accounting
Business Analytics and Managerial Economics
Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance
Management
Marketing
Risk Management and Insurance
Sports Management
Supply Chain and Logistics Management
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA)
Master of Science in Accounting and Taxation (MSAT)
Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA)
ACCREDITATION AND RECOGNITION
We are among the 5 percent of business schools worldwide that are AACSB accredited
3
+1
PROGRAM
is designed to allow full-time students to complete a bachelor’s degree in combination with a MBA, MSBA, or MSAT degree in four years.
91%
100% of students are working or continuing their education after graduation.
Barney supported me through providing real life experiences. Running through simulations in classes, constantly having outside corporations come to the school, and the Barney Passport program all equip students for the real world. The entrepreneurial skills learned all help me think outside of the box on my work and take various approaches to solving problems. I feel I can approach a problem by looking at more perspectives learned in my classes. ”
ALEC CAPASSO ’23, M’24 was a finance major and entrepreneurship minor and then moved into his graduate year for his MBA. Alec accepted an offer from the Finance Leadership and Development Program at Travelers, in addition to other internships he has completed. of our students complete at least one internship.
YOUR OWN “ BARNEY PORTFOLIO” FROM DAY 1
RIG OROUS CURRICULUM
• Barney’s academic programs mirror the changing landscape of today’s fast-paced, evolving business world.
BARNEY EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
• Internship
• Project-Based Learning
• Business Practicums
• Applied Research
CAREER READINESS & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Barney Passport Program
• Excel
• Tableau
• Bloomberg Market Concepts
• Project Management
• Udemy Learning Platform
• Programming Languages such as Python, R, and SQL
• Career Readiness Courses
• Mentorship
• Life Skills Training —Personal Development
• Co-Curricular Activities
Named one of the Best Business Schools by The Princeton Review
Named a Bloomberg Experiential Learning Partner
BUILD
HARTFORD ART SCHOOL
Cultivating creativity to shape the future of tomorrow.
The world’s workforce hungers for creative problem solvers who catapult fresh ideas ahead of the competition. As a professional art school on a comprehensive campus, the Hartford Art School provides the foundation for you to succeed no matter where your passion leads.
CAREER READY
Hartford Art School students and alumni are business owners, entrepreneurs, and educators, and have opportunities to work with industry-leading companies and organizations such as ESPN, CVS, Design Within Reach, Disney Interactive, Pentagram, and countless others.
FIND INSPIRATION IN OUR GALLERIES
Our exhibition spaces inspire our community year-round. From renowned visiting artists and retrospectives to student and faculty shows, a variety of mediums and diverse viewpoints offer students creative visual experiences and opportunities to see the world differently. OUR STUDENTS
Some of my favorite work has been with the gallery archives. This type of work has allowed me to creatively explore the Hartford Art School’s exhibition history and observe how archives shape historical narratives. ”
Kellen worked as a summer intern for the HAS Galleries.
Having an art school on a university campus is huge, because it means that you can take advantage of everything that a university offers—whether it’s extracurricular activities through sports or club activities or performances and lectures that are open to the community.”
LEARN WITH INNOVATORS
Students collaborate both on and off our campus. Through our strong network and partnerships, we plant the seeds for future opportunities for our students to thrive. There are opportunities for internships and summer practicum scholarships that provide additional funding for students to pursue their passions and achieve career goals—even before graduation.
STUDY ABROAD
Students can spend a semester studying abroad—immersed in another culture—while representing our school at many of the world’s best institutions of art and design, including Slade School of Fine Art, Glasgow School of Art, and UGA Studies Abroad in Cortona, Italy.
THE INTERSECTION OF ART & SCIENCE
There are countless ways to combine art and science. From art in health care to art restoration to scientific illustration, a knowledge of art and science can prepare you for an exciting career.
OUR IMPACT ON THE WORLD
Through her role as executive director at The Village of Arts and Humanities, Aviva Kapust ’00 is an artist, designer, educator, and advocate for equitable revitalization in underserved urban communities in Philadelphia.
ANDREW WOLLNER | ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR | VISUAL COMMUNICATION DESIGN
Transformative education that propels you to succeed.
The University of Hartford has provided me with a clear-cut path to success with the curriculum for the biomedical engineering major. The wide range of courses required from different fields of engineering have been useful to discover what aspects of biomedical engineering I prefer to focus on.”
99%
of CETA students accept full-time jobs in their field or choose to continue their education within six months after graduation.
50
+
industry professionals and board of visitors members meet with our students to offer exciting networking opportunities.
4+1
accelerated programs are designed to allow full-time students the option to earn an undergraduate and graduate degree in only five years of study.
OUR STUDENTS HAVE OPPORTUNITIES WITH PARTNERS LIKE:
I gained accurate and real experience that will relate directly to the type of work I will be completing after college—dealing with real designs that will be built. Being in the office also afforded me the opportunity to observe experienced professionals and gain a deeper understanding of how an architecture firm runs.”
MAJORS
Acoustical Engineering and Music (BSE)
Aerospace Engineering (BSAE)
Architectural Design + Technology (BS)
Construction Management
Environmental Sustainability
Professional Practice
Audio Engineering Technology (BS)
Biomedical Engineering (BSBE)
Electrical
Pre-medicine
Civil Engineering (BSCE)
Construction
Environmental
Computer Engineering (BSCompE)
Computer Science (BA)
Computer Science (BS)
Computer Science and Engineering (BS)
Computer and Electronic Engineering
Technology (BS)
Construction Management + Technology (BS)
Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
Electromechanical Engineering Technology (BS)
Automation
Computer
Electronic
Mechanical
Robotics
Mechanical Engineering (BSME)
Acoustics
Computational
Energy and Sustainability
Manufacturing
Robotics
Turbomachinery
Robotics Engineering (BSRE)
LEARNING REIMAGINED
Freely express your creativity with the vast opportunities CETA can offer you. From designing in the digital fabrication studio to transforming lives through cybersecurity, UHart can help you grow in a supportive space that encourages you to achieve your goals.
KAYLEIGH LUKE ’24 | ARCHITECTURE DESIGN + TECHNOLOGY
Robotics Lab, Hursey Center
Architecture Lab, HJG
Transportation Lab, Dana Hall Machine Shop, Dana Hall
Kalyleigh interned at Dietz and Company Architects of Springfield, one of the largest full-service architecture firms in western Massachusetts.
Set the stage for your success.
Welcome to an innovative, conservatory-based school of the performing arts. Whether you are pursuing music, dance, or theatre, at Hartt, you’ll be surrounded by versatile and collaborative performing artists, educators, composers, scholars, recording engineers, and performing arts managers. Through diverse coursework and close mentoring relationships with faculty, you can develop your passion into your profession.
COLLABORATE TOGETHER.
Our composers and dancers work together for the Senior Dance Concert each spring, and Hartt instrumentalists accompany our dance, theatre, and opera performances. Music production and technology students apply their skills by recording and archiving all Hartt performances.
OUR GRADUATES PURSUE THEIR PASSION AT PLACES LIKE:
MAJORS
Bachelor of Music
Composition
Instrumental Performance
Jazz Studies
Music Education
Music Management
Music Production and Technology
Vocal Performance
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Actor Training
Dance Performance
Music Theatre
Stage Management
Technical Theatre
Bachelor of Arts
Music
Music and Performing Arts Management
Interested in a double major or a minor?
We offer a variety of options in both Hartt or UHart disciplines and will work with you to explore your options and craft your ideal educational experience.
LEARN BY DOING.
Hartt students not only benefit from the expertise and experience of their faculty, they are also mentored by guest artists—industry experts who help them build their professional networks and cultivate future career opportunities.
HONE YOUR CRAFT.
With more than 400 performances, lectures, and master classes every year, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to find your individual point of view.
Javier Colón ’00, winner of season one of NBC’s The Voice, is an international singer, songwriter, guitarist, and recording artist who brings his knowledge of pop, rock, and R&B music and the business of music to his classes.
Javier Colón is the perfect example of how Hartt graduates take their passion and turn it into a lifelong profession. He had the freedom to couple his love for singing and writing music into a transformative area of study. Through his studies at Hartt, he gained valuable tools that helped him to pursue his multitude of career opportunities. Javier’s experience is our hope for all students who come through our doors.”
Hartt was named to the list of the 30 Best Music Schools and Conservatories in the United States by the College Gazette, a leading resource for information on higher education in the United States.
DALE MERRILL | DEAN
JAVIER COLÓN ’00 | PROFESSOR | 2022 HARTT ALUMNI AWARD RECIPIENT
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, NURSING AND HEALTH
Committed to well-being. Ready to make a difference.
At the College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions, you will be prepared for success in high-demand careers that help people live healthy and fulfilling lives.
CAREER-READY PROGRAMS:
Gain real-world experience through clinical placements, internships, or student teaching throughout your program. Through our unique local partnerships, our students intern and gain valuable experience within the community.
OUR STUDENTS BECOME CAREER READY WITH LOCAL PARTNERS LIKE:
Here at UHart, you will get classroom experience starting your first year, and by senior year you will be student teaching.”
GRACEN VANDERSWAAGH ’25 | INTEGRATED ELEMENTARY AND SPECIAL EDUCATION
ACCELERATED PROGRAMS
Fast-track your education with one of our accelerated or combined programs:
• Accelerated 4+1 BS/MEd Education Program
• Accelerated BS/Doctor of Physical Therapy (3+3)
UNIVERSITY OF HARTFORD
• Combined BS/MS in Occupational Therapy (3+2)
• Combined BS/MS in Prosthetics and Orthotics (3+2)
MAJORS
Early Childhood Education (BS)
Elementary Education (BS)
Integrated Elementary and Special Education (BS)
Exercise Science (BS)
Health Sciences (BS)
Health Sciences
Pre-Professional (BS)
Pre-Chiropractic
Pre-Optometry
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Podiatry
Nursing (BSN)
Occupational Therapy (Combined BS/MSOT)
Physical Therapy (Combined BS/DPT)
Prosthetics and Orthotics (Combined BS/MSPO)
Radiologic Technology (BS)
Respiratory Care (BS)
MINORS
Gerontology
Health Sciences
Teacher Education
CERTIFICATES
Computed Tomography
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS
Programs offered in partnership with other UHart schools and colleges:
Montessori Education Concentration (BA)
Music Education + The Hartt School
IMMERSIVE LEARNING EXPERIENCES
Students participating in our programs have the opportunity for hands-on learning in multiple ways—through state-of-the-art labs, modern simulation spaces, and valuable placements in clinics and classrooms through our many industry partnerships.
Our accredited prosthetics and orthotics program offered in partnership with Hanger Clinic is an exciting combination of material science, engineering, and health care that prepares students to be a uniquely qualified member of the health care team.
In our exercise science program, students learn to assess health and fitness in our new fully equipped labs.
In the occupational therapy lab and home health suite, students learn skills and techniques to use with pediatric and adult clients.
The Hursey Center’s immersive simulation suites enable nursing and health professions students to simulate realistic health care scenarios and build their clinical reasoning skills.
Our respiratory care program offers more than 750 hours of clinical experience and includes clinical training at some of the best medical facilities in New England.
In our direct-entry physical therapy program, students move directly from the undergraduate to the graduate program and learn in our spacious new labs in the Hursey Center.
Education students gain real-world experience from the start, with supervised classroom placements in their first year.
At UHart, professors and faculty are dedicated to ensuring students receive a high-quality education and have access to numerous opportunities for success, extending beyond the classroom.”
AKOSUA ADU ’25 | HEALTH SCIENCES PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM
IN HEALTH CARE EACH YEAR THROUGH 2032
1.8 MILLION JOB OPENINGS MORE THAN ANY OTHER JOB GROUP
1.6
THROUGH 2032 FOR KINDERGARTEN & ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS MILLION JOBS
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Hillyer Advantage
Hillyer College offers profound support as you begin your four-year degree at UHart—helping your transition to college so you will be successful throughout your academic career.
WHY HILLYER COLLEGE?
• Smaller Class Sizes: Our classes have no more than 18 students, and math classes have no more than 15. Your professors get to know you and offer one-on-one mentoring.
• Dedicated Tutoring and Study Centers: You have access to study centers that include our exclusive Hillyer Writing Center and Peer Tutoring Lab.
• Academic Strategies: You take courses that help you learn time management, note taking, and study and fundamental library skills.
BENEFITS OF HILLYER’S DUAL ADMISSION
As a dually-admitted student, you are part of Hillyer College and your intended major’s school or college. You’ll take general education courses and major-specific courses in both schools as you are exposed to many subjects that help you to explore your academic interests. This helps you develop strong foundation skills in key academic areas like writing, critical thinking, and math. You will have access to a dedicated writing and study center, and along the way you will receive advising support to ensure a smooth transition into your major at the end of your Hillyer program.
HILLYER HONORS PROGRAM
You will be eligible to join Hillyer’s Honors Program as early as your second semester. You’ll attend seminars and can take interdisciplinary classes, travel abroad, and pursue independent projects. You also will have the opportunity to present your work in a public forum. Examples of previous Honors trips include Hawaii, England, Mexico, and even as nearby as Vermont.
LEARNING COMMUNITIES
You will be enrolled in a Hillyer College learning community that is led by faculty and academic advisors. Learning communities deepen your learning around your major, help you form strong connections with classmates and faculty, and build on your whole University of Hartford experience.
Hillyer College was a great choice for me because being in a small class allows you to have a better relationship with your professors. I still talk to some of my former professors, and they still remember me and are willing to help. Through Hillyer, I was also able to join the Hillyer Honors Program, which offers interesting classes.”
GIANNA BALSAMO ’24 | PSYCHOLOGY
BACHELOR OF VISUAL COMMUNICATION DESIGN
Millie Hamlin ’25
Hartford Art School student and visual communication design major Millie Hamlin designed the 2024 Day of Giving stickers. Day of Giving is an annual event that celebrates UHart, as it brings together alumni, students, parents, and friends who raise funds for UHart students, scholarships, and programs.
In addition to designing the Day of Giving stickers, Millie’s design work can also be visible in other areas of campus. Visitors to the University of Hartford’s Joseloff and Silpe galleries are welcomed with a new logo designed by Millie last year.
“Design has the power to make us feel understood and appreciated,” Millie explains. “If I can help give people a sense of belonging with my work, that would be extremely fulfilling.”
The Gallery logo is part of the Hartford Art School’s branding campaign, developed as a way to help celebrate the unification of the Donald and Linda Silpe Gallery and the Joseloff Gallery under what the school calls a single and harmonious identity. With its colors and contours, Millie’s logo symbolizes the collective artistic spirit of all the galleries. It is used in marketing purposes on behalf of gallery events, as well as on gallery merchandise.
With the school’s help, Millie has made a name for themselves outside of campus, after taking the lead to create a logo, business cards, and other items for Shine Your Light CT. This branding campaign was under the guidance of Civic Design Professor Michael Scricco. Shine Your Light is an organization that, through partnerships with other groups, helps communities explore creativity and promote self-expression.
In addition to the many design projects on campus, Millie is involved in other University organizations. Millie is currently the creative intern at the Women’s Advancement Initiative office, where they get to see the behind-the-scenes of how an organization supports alumna, donors, and board members. Millie is also the co-founder and president of the University’s first graphic design club, .JPEG. This graphic design club is another highlight of their college experience, as Millie says, “I get to collaborate with so many talented people. It is also not just for design majors, which I think is something so amazing.”
Creativity doesn’t have to be just for art majors! I think my college experience so far has been incredible in that I am so happy to be involved in so many different programs, organizations, and projects.
MILLIE HAMLIN ’25 | VISUAL COMMUNICATION DESIGN
Our campus is thriving.
They mean it when they say you will leave feeling confident, competent, and connected. I am incredibly grateful for the support and opportunities available to me.”
MARRIED HASWED MESILIEN ’24, M’25 | BUSINESS ANALYTICS AND MANAGERIAL ECONOMICS | ACCOUNTING MINOR
Married Haswed Mesilien is a student in the Barney School of Business. She is part of the 3+1 and honors programs, with a major in business analytics and managerial economics, and a minor in accounting. After graduating with her bachelor’s degree this past May, Married is currently pursuing her MBA with a concentration in finance. As an inaugural member of the Stanley Black & Decker scholarship program, she has received a yearly scholarship, an internship, and a position for after graduation.
There is always something to do and someone new to meet. From day one, you are family.
Our campus is the epicenter of student life and learning, constantly evolving to create activities, organizations, and resources that meet the needs of UHart students. Our Office of Student Engagement and Inclusion directly connects with you through opportunities and experiences to ensure you become engaged members of a diverse campus.
UHart is an inclusive campus of varied interests, talents, and worldviews. Here, community is not just a word, it’s a commitment. We are committed to building a culture that respects all of its members and celebrates their contributions as we work together to strengthen our diverse campus. No two student experiences are the same.
PERFORMANCES AND EXHIBITIONS YEARLY
MAKE
120+ CLUBS AND
ORGANIZATIONS
YOURSELF AT HOME.
UHart should feel like home. That’s why we offer flexible living arrangements like neighborhood living or residential learning communities for our first-year students.
Whether you participate in some of the dorm programming or go with friends to the Commons Dining Hall or fan-favorite Moe’s Southwest Grill ® —there is always something to do and someone new to meet!
My favorite thing about UHart is the strong sense of community that stems from the smaller student population. I have never found it difficult to strike up a conversation with someone I see in the library, on the bridge, in class, or in the dorms, as we almost always have something in common and are able to forge a bond. I thoroughly enjoy the smaller class sizes as well, as they allow for in-depth discussion and connection between students and professors—I have never been just a name on a roster. ”
MAKENNA SWEENEY ’25 | EDUCATION
Here, you won’t walk the path alone.
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES:
• Accessibility Services
• Allan Center for Career and Professional Development
• Center for Student Success
• Commuter Services
• Counseling and Psychological Services
• Health, Safety, and Well-Being
• International Center
• Residential Life
• Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution
• Student Engagement and Inclusion
• Tutoring
One of the most important things is to learn what resources are available to you early on so you can establish good habits . ”
AROHI VERMA ’26 | HILLYER COLLEGE |
HOME OF T HE HAWKS!
Hartford Athletics, a vital component of our inclusive community, is in the final year of a three-year transition to NCAA Division III competition. The University is a part of the Conference of New England (CNE), with 10 member institutions throughout the New England region. This season, Hartford Athletics becomes eligible to play in the CNE Championships. In 2025-26, the Hawks will be eligible for NCAA post-season play. In addition to our existing sports, UHart is launching new teams in field hockey and tennis this year.
Setting the Bar High
UHart student-athletes excel in competition and strive for championships, while also being honors students, active in clubs, running for student government, landing a dream internship—even studying abroad! The result? They graduate prepared to be forward thinkers, passionate leaders, and active members in their communities.
Our goal is to create the best possible student-athlete experience for present and future Hawks. Above all, our student-athletes compete in the classroom, on their playing surface, and in the community, so that they are prepared for life beyond their sport. ”
ALICIA QUEALLY | DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS AND RECREATION
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Intramural and Club Sports
The University of Hartford offers a wide range of sports-related activities including both intramural and club sports in areas like soccer, flag football, softball, pickleball, volleyball, and much more! Take a break from academic work to meet new friends, compete in a friendly atmosphere, and stay healthy.
Grant Family Track and Field
Thanks to a $1 million gift from the Grant family, this striking addition to the University’s athletics complex, built to NCAA standards, features a 400-meter, eight-lane “full pour” track that surrounds an all-purpose grass field that will accommodate team practices, intramural sports, track and field meets, and the campus community as a whole.
RENDERING OF NEW TRACK AND FIELD
AVERAGE PARTICIPANTS IN THE 2023-24 RECREATION PROGRAM MEN’S
(Starting 2025–26)
Cross
Tennis (Starting 2025–26)
Indoor
Outdoor
Tennis (Starting 2025–26)
Indoor
Outdoor
WOMEN’S
of the new track is underway and is slated to be complete in fall 2024.
My favorite thing about UHart is how easily accessible my professors, advisors, and even other faculty members are. While at other colleges it would take weeks to get to talk to the president of the university or the dean, at UHart I see them walking around campus nearly every day. This has created a sense of community that helps me to thrive not just as an activist, but also as a student.
ROYSTON LESTER ’26 | CRIMINAL JUSTICE | SOCIOLOGY MINOR
CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND SOCIOLOGY
Royston Lester ’26
A criminal justice major with a minor in sociology, and a member of UHart’s Pre-Law Advising Program, Royston’s academic journey has been guided by a passion for understanding the complexities of crime, law, and society. His decision to major in criminal justice reflects his fascination with the intricacies of the criminal justice system. “I want to pursue a career as a criminal defense lawyer, so it made sense to study criminal justice before law school.”
The interdisciplinary nature of Royston’s studies, combined with his involvement in extracurricular activities such as the Student Government Association (SGA), UHart’s Red Key Society (campus tour guides), Criminal Justice Club, A&S Student Ambassadors, and the Pre-Law Society, has provided him with a well-rounded understanding of the societal factors that contribute to crime and inequality.
Royston’s engagement in campus activities, particularly in the role as the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice chair in SGA, demonstrates his commitment to fostering a more inclusive and equitable campus community. Each week, Royston hosts Community Conversations in Gengras Student Union’s Hawk Lounge. “To date, we have covered education on important history like the Harlem Renaissance,
Native American heritage, transgender remembrance, religion, Black inventions, disability awareness, and much more. To have a more impactful delivery and foster collaboration, we invite representatives from different clubs and organizations to sit with us and engage the students.”
Through initiatives like Community Conversations, Royston has worked to promote education and celebration of diversity on campus. This year, he was recognized for his community involvement by receiving the MLK Beloved Community Award. “Winning the MLK award is definitely one of my best moments at UHart,” he says. “I was ecstatic to know I was being honored with such an award, reminding me that my efforts didn’t go in vain, and my voice didn’t go unheard.”
Royston’s passions go beyond academics. He is also drawn to the world of fashion, having made a debut in the modeling arena for New York Fashion Week. While his primary focus remains on pursuing a career in law, his interest in fashion hints at his multifaceted personality with diverse interests and talents.
Poised to Pursue a Bright Future
The Impact of a UHart Education
As a University, we have been able to cultivate partnerships locally, regionally, and globally— giving our students the opportunity to take advantage of internships, career advancement, and lifelong connections in their chosen industry.
NATALIE VARGAS ’24
Natalie first worked as an intern for Cronin to help set up marketing campaigns, ensuring brand safety, and reporting on campaign performance. This internship turned into a fulltime position after graduation where she now has much more responsibility and is generally a go-to resource for discussing clients’ whole media plans.
The portfolio-ready work, projects, and presentations I made throughout college, have gotten me to where I am today.”
I believe fundamentally in the power and promise of higher education to transform lives. When students graduate from UHart, they are confident in their ability to think, solve problems, appreciate differences, and add value. They are positioned to lead successful and purposedriven lives in a diversity of professions and communities.”
Lawrence P. Ward
UNIVERSITY
Hawks Landed
Each Hawk is unique and forges their own path at UHart.
Some students go on to internships or graduate school, where they can continue to expand upon and apply their classroom learning. Other Hawks soar to permanent positions in the workforce where they can hone their craft and follow their aspirations.
Whether it’s a traditional or alternative path, UHart’s Hawks have landed in some pretty amazing places.
REILLY KEEGAN ’24, M’25
Reilly Keegan is a Barney School student enrolled in the 3+1 program, where she will receive both her bachelor’s degree and MBA in just four years. She is a marketing major and sports management minor, which led to her summer internship with the Hartford Yard Goats Minor League Baseball team.
There’s nothing I would change about my college career. I feel all I have experienced has helped me become who I am today and will help me when I am in the workforce.”
REILLY KEEGAN ’24 | MARKETING MAJOR | SPORTS MANAGEMENT MINOR
TIMOTHY WANG ’24
UHart has given me the ability to get into my profession while still being a student. They have helped me understand how to dive deeper into my career after I graduate. ”
TIMOTHY WANG ’24 | ARCHITECTURE DESIGN + TECHNOLOGY
Timothy Wang has a passion for architecture because he believes design can help solve contemporary issues. By the time he graduated in May, he already had real-world experience in the field through two internships with TSKP Studio in Hartford and HAPi studio. He says his internships have taught him the language that architects use to communicate and thrive in the profession.
LESLIE WALKER ’19
Hartt truly gave me every opportunity it could.”
At a young age, Leslie Walker knew she wanted a career in the performing arts, as she dreamed of someday performing on Broadway. In the last year, Walker accomplished this goal, as she made her Broadway debut in the revival of Funny Girl as an original cast member, appeared with her cast on Good Morning America, and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade, and attended the 2023 Tony Awards.
LESLIE WALKER ’19 | MUSIC THEATRE
EMMANUEL DIAZ SURIEL ’23
Suriel’s Project Engineering internship at Collins Aerospace provided a valuable opportunity to apply classroom learning. His favorite memory from the experience was visiting the Pratt & Whitney facilities where he saw the engines he worked with.
I love the heart and passion that campus faculty offer you to be successful.”
EMMANUEL DIAZ SURIEL ’23 | ELECTROMECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
EXPLORE YOUR
PASSION
Attending the University of Hartford is one of my proudest accomplishments. UHart helped me to find my true self and opened me up to experiences that I would have never dreamed of—University of Hartford is my home.”
Deja George ’24 found both educational and scholarship success in the College of Arts and Sciences where she pursued a double major in philosophy, and politics and government. As a high school senior, Deja was invited to compete in UHart’s Scholarship Competition for National Honors Recognition for accepted students with high academic success. Deja won one of the full-tuition scholarships.
YOU’VE GOT OPTIONS!
• Accounting
• Acoustical Engineering and Music
• Actor Training
• Aerospace Engineering
• Animation and Game Art
• Architectural Design + Technology*
• Art History
• Audio Engineering Technology
• Biochemistry
• Biology*
• Biomedical Engineering
• Business Exploratory
• Business Analytics & Managerial Economics
• Business 3+1 Accelerated MBA/MSAT Program*
• Chemistry
• Cinema*
• Civil Engineering
• Communication*
• Computer & Electronic Engineering Technology
• Computer Engineering
• Computer Science
• Computer Science & Engineering
• Construction Management + Technology
• Criminal Justice
• Dance Performance
• Data Science
• Digital Media & Journalism*
• Economics
• Education Early Childhood
Elementary Education Special/Elementary Education Education 4+1*
• Electrical Engineering
• Electromechanical Engineering Technology
• Engineering*
• Engineering Technology
• English*
• Entrepreneurial Studies
• Environmental Engineering
• Environmental Science
• Environmental Studies
• Exercise Science*
• Exploratory (undecided)
• Finance
• Health Science*
• History
• Illustration
• International Studies
• Jazz Studies
• Judaic Studies
• Liberal Arts
• Management
• Marketing
• Mathematics*
• Mechanical Engineering
• Music
• Music Composition
• Music Conducting
• Music Education Guitar Instrumental Piano Vocal
• Music Instrumental Performance
• Music Management
• Music Production & Technology
• Music Theatre
• Music Vocal Performance
• Nursing (BSN)
Looking for a way to fast-track your academic program?
• Occupational Therapy*
• Performing Arts Management
• Physical Therapy*
• Physical Therapy/DPT Direct Entry (3+3 and 4+3 options)*
• Physics
• Politics & Government
• Pre-Chiropractic
• Pre-Dental
• Pre-Law
• Premedical
• Pre-Optometry
• Pre-Pharmacy
• Pre-Podiatric
• Pre-Veterinary
• Prosthetics & Orthotics*
• Psychology*
• Radiologic Technology
• Respiratory Care
• Risk Management & Insurance
• Robotics Engineering
• Sociology
• Sports Management
• Stage Management
• Studio Art Ceramics Painting Photography Printmaking Sculpture
• Supply Chain and Logistics Management
• Technical Theatre
• Technology
• Visual Communication Design
* UHart offers numerous options to receive multiple degrees in less time. This includes dual degrees, multiple certificates, and even accelerated graduate degrees!
WHERE WILL YOUR STORY TAKE YOU?
We want to be a part of your next chapter.
In every corner of our campus— from classrooms and labs to studios and stages—UHart students are writing their next great chapter. They will leave our University with more than just their degrees; they’ll leave with the tools, the ambition, and the drive to make their mark on the world.
UHART. We have a number of ways for you to visit us virtually and in person. START THE APPLICATION PROCESS. ou can apply to UHart using the common application or our application at harford.edu/apply
EXPLORE SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID.
We are committed to making your college education affordable!
• More than 90% of our undergraduate students receive some form of financial aid.
• Be sure to complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This is what colleges use to help determine your need-based financial aid.
• We award over $95 million in scholarships and grants each year. Explore those opportunities at hartford.edu/scholarships.