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Seize Greater Opportunity

UConn Hartford is a state-of-the-art downtown campus that weaves top-tier academic programs with an urban college setting. Integrated with the Hartford Public Library and the Wadsworth Atheneum, UConn Hartford is just steps from the Connecticut Science Center, Connecticut Convention Center, and state and city government offices.

Our location in Connecticut’s state capital reflects the metropolitan area that surrounds us, providing students with a wealth of opportunities to learn and grow within our inclusive campus community.

Make the most of ongoing partnerships with schools, businesses, and government and neighborhood organizations. Enjoy the flexibility of balancing family, work, and other personal commitments while receiving a high-quality UConn education.

Featured Majors
Business Data Analytics
English
Fast-Track in Public Policy
General Studies
Human Development and Family Sciences
Individualized & Interdisciplinary Studies Program
Marketing Management
Psychological Sciences
Social Work
Urban and Community Studies

Contact Us

For more information or to schedule a tour of UConn Hartford:
hartford.uconn.edu
beahuskyhartford@uconn.edu
(959) 200-3831


UConn Hartford offers group visits for high schools, community colleges, and community-based organizations that work with students in 9th grade and above.

To request a group tour, please email beahuskyhartford@uconn.edu.

By the Numbers

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Love to Learn

UConn’s rigorous majors prepare you for a lifetime of learning and accomplishment. You can select from a variety of UConn’s 125+ majors, completing your first 54 credits (typically two years) at UConn Hartford, and then seamlessly transition to UConn’s main campus in Storrs to finish your bachelor’s degree.

Or, complete your degree at UConn Hartford by selecting from a variety of four-year degree programs.

UConn Hartford also offers an array of graduate and post-baccalaureate programs. For details, visit hartford.uconn.edu/academics/graduate-professional-programs

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Kick-start your student life

Our vibrant campus is a home away from home. UConn Hartford’s facilities provide the backdrop for a tight-knit community of engaged students and dedicated, world-class faculty.

At UConn Hartford, students can:

  • Access UConn’s Honors Program, an enriched academic experience for eligible top scholars
  • Obtain academic assistance through our Writing and Quantitative Learning centers
  • Choose from over 200 Experiential Global Learning and study abroad opportunities including internships, field work, and research programs
  • Enjoy dedicated lounges including OASIS for veterans and active-duty military, an interfaith and reflection room, and a diversity and inclusion space

At UConn Hartford, there are also plenty of opportunities for involvement and fun. Students can:

  • Join one of over 20 students clubs and organizations, such as the World Club or Pre-Law Society
  • Help plan student activities and develop leadership skills in the Associated Student Government
  • Meet friends at Starbucks or visit Barnes & Noble for Husky gear and the latest tech
  • Use Husky Bucks at a number of restaurants and cafes in downtown Hartford
  • Explore all that Hartford has to offer including the PeoplesBank Arena, Wadsworth Atheneum, Hartford Stage, and Connecticut Convention Center
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In the Heart of Downtown Hartford

To study at UConn Hartford is to experience intellectual exploration and cultural curiosity in the heart of Connecticut’s capital city.

Here, top-tier academic programs are combined with the unique educational, service, and employment opportunities. Our downtown campus is fully intertwined with elite businesses, state and city government offices, social hotspots, and nearby cultural institutions, including the Hartford Public Library which houses 12,000 square feet of library collections, study areas, and UConn classrooms.

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