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UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAVEN

  • 300 Boston Post Road
  • West Haven, CT 06516
  • OPEID College Code: 00139700
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  • General Phone: (203) 932-7000
  • President: Steven H Kaplan
  • Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Four-One-Four Plan
  • Highest Degree: Master's
  • Local Area: Large Suburb
  • Student Enrollment: 5,770
  • College Alias: UNH
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University of New Haven - Details
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Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security

History

The University of New Haven was founded in 1920 at New Haven, Connecticut and was originally located on Yale's campus. In 1960 the school moved to it West Haven location. UNH is a private university, and is considered a top tier liberal arts college. The school services over 6,400 undergraduates and graduates, and provides hands on learning opportunities for more than 75 majors.

 

Academics

The University of New Haven has over 100 undergraduate, and 25 graduate programs that it offers. The school provides students with a high quality education and strong learning environment to ensure that students are given every opportunity to succeed.

 

Programs offered include:

 

Admissions and Financial Aid

Requirements for admissions to the University of New Haven will vary based on various factors. Interested students should contact an admissions officer and discuss what is necessary to attend UNH. Students interested in financial aid should contact UNH to discuss tuition, scholarship, grant and loan options available and how to determine eligibility.

 

Athletics

The New Haven Chargers compete in a variety of sports as a NCAA Division II school.

 

Sports programs:

  • Baseball/Softball
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Lacrosse
  • Football
  • Soccer
  • Track & Field
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
 
    Student Services
  • Remedial Services Offered
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
  • Employment Services Offered
  • Placement Services For Graduates Offered
    Special Learning Opportunities
  • Distance Learning Opportunities
  • Study Abroad Opportunities
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available
  • ROTC
    • Army Air Force
    Mission Statement
  • The University of New Haven is a student-centered comprehensive university with an emphasis on excellence in liberal arts and professional education. Our mission is to prepare our students to lead purposeful and fulfilling lives in a global society by providing the highest-quality education through experiential, collaborative, and discovery-based learning.
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Accreditation
  • New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education
    Facilities and Programs Offered
  • Library Available
    College Carnegie Classifications
  • Basic Classification
    • Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • Professions Focus, Some Graduate Coexistence
  • Graduate Classification
    • Single Doctoral (Other Field)
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Higher Transfer-In
  • Enrollment Classification
    • Majority Undergraduate
  • Size Classification
    • Medium Four-Year, Highly Residential
 
 
 
University of New Haven Campus Map
 
    Admission Fees Fall 2009
  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
  • Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
 
    College Credits Accepted
  • Dual Credit
  • AP Credit
    Applicant Considerations
  • High School or Secondary School GPA
    • Required
  • High School or Secondary School Rank
    • Recommended
  • High School or Secondary School Record
    • Required
  • College Preparatory Program Completion
    • Recommended
  • Recommendation Consideration
    • Required
  • Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...)
    • Required
  • TOEFL
    • Required
 
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants3,6984,3758,073
Number Granted Admission (%)1,745 (47%)2,034 (46%)3,779 (47%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)633 (36%)651 (32%)1,284 (34%)
 
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
 NumberPercent (%)
SAT ® Exam1,20594%
ACT ® Exam23618%
 
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
 25th Percentile75th Percentile
SAT ® Critical Reading450550
SAT ® Math450570
SAT ® Writing450550
 
ACT ® Composite1925
ACT ® English1924
ACT ® Math1825
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
 
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
 LoanFederal GrantState/Local GrantInstitutional Grant
(%) of Students Receiving81%26%9%93%
Avg Amount Receiving$11,126$4,290$1,208$13,785
 
Federal Loan Default Rates
 200820072006
Default Rate (%)3.7%3.0%2.1%
Number in Default422723
Number in Repayment1,1198941,067
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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2009-102008-092007-08
Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses
In-District Tuition and Fees$29,470$28,190$26,396
In-State Tuition and Fees$29,470$28,190$26,396
Out of State Tuition and Fees$29,470$28,190$26,396
Books and Supplies$1,000$800$800
 
Housing Expenses
On Campus
Room and Board$12,372$11,506$10,810
Other Expenses$1,340$1,300$1,300
Off Campus
Room and Board$10,000$1,500$1,500
Other Expenses$2,850$2,500$2,500
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$4,300$2,500$4,000
 
Total Expenses
On Campus
In-District$44,182$41,796$39,306
In-State$44,182$41,796$39,306
Out of State$44,182$41,796$39,306
Off Campus
In-District$43,320$32,990$31,196
In-State$43,320$32,990$31,196
Out of State$43,320$32,990$31,196
Off Campus with Family
In-District$34,770$32,990$31,196
In-State$34,770$32,990$31,196
Out of State$34,770$32,990$31,196
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
 CertificateAssociateBachelorMaster
Architecture
Interior Architecture Degree-319-
 
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Bioinformatics Degree2---
Biology Degree--14-
Cell Biology and Anatomical Sciences, Other Degree---17
Ecology Degree--110
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography Degree--3-
 
Business and Marketing Studies
Accounting Degree2-24-
Business Administration Degree1-44229
Business Economics Degree----
Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support Services, Other Degree-9--
Finance Degree3-8-
Hospitality Administration and Management Degree--2-
Hotel Administration Degree--9-
Human Resources Degree29---
International Business Degree--1-
International Finance Degree----
Labor and Industrial Relations Degree----
Logistics and Materials Management Degree----
Marketing Degree--3-
Marketing Research Degree----
Taxation Degree---8
Tourism and Travel Services Management Degree----
 
Communications and Journalism
Communication Degree--13-
Journalism Degree----
Media Studies Degree----
 
Computer and Information Sciences
Computer Degree---24
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other Degree----
Computer and Information Sciences, Other Degree----
Computer Programming Degree----
Computer Programming, Other Degree8---
Computer Science Degree----
Information Science Studies Degree--1-
 
Education
Education Degree---134
Education Administration Degree---2
 
Engineering
Chemical Engineering Degree--2-
Civil Engineering Degree--6-
Computer Engineering Degree--1-
Electrical Engineering Degree--1440
Engineering Degree--2-
Engineering, Other Degree3---
Environmental and Environmental Health Engineering Degree---7
Industrial Engineering Degree---20
Mechanical Engineering Degree--1322
Operations Research Degree----
 
Engineering Technology
Engineering and Industrial Management Degree---2
Occupational Safety and Health Technology Degree---5
Telecommunications Technology Degree----
 
English Language and Literature
English Language and Literature Degree--4-
 
Health and Clinical Professions
Dental Hygiene Degree-2916-
Dietetics Degree--198
Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other Degree----
Health Care Administration Degree2--33
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other Degree----
Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene Degree---2
 
History
History Degree--3-
 
Interdisciplinary Studies
Global Studies Degree--1-
 
Legal Professions and Studies
Legal Studies Degree-17-
Paralegal Degree6---
 
Liberal Arts and Sciences
General Studies Degree-2--
Liberal Arts Degree--2-
 
Mathematics and Statistics
Applied Mathematics Degree--1-
Mathematics Degree--1-
 
Natural Resources and Conservation
Environmental Studies Degree5---
 
Personal and Culinary Services
Culinary Arts, Other Degree----
 
Physical Sciences
Chemistry Degree--19-
 
Psychology
Community Psychology Degree2--8
Forensic Psychology Degree----
Industrial and Organizational Psychology Degree---71
Psychology Degree--19-
Psychology, Other Degree----
 
Public Administration and Social Services
Public Administration Degree9--9
Public Administration and Social Service, Other Degree7---
 
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Sport and Fitness Administration, Management Degree---17
 
Science Technology
Biology Technician, Biotechnology Laboratory Technician Degree--1-
Chemical Technology Degree----
 
Security and Protective Services
Corrections, Other Degree12---
Criminal Justice Degree---30
Fire Protection and Safety Technology Degree4-776
Fire Protection, Other Degree4-1-
Forensic Science Degree12-5534
Law Enforcement Administration Degree--137-
Police Science Degree166--
Security and Loss Prevention Services Degree1--52
Security and Protective Services, Other Degree4---
 
Social Sciences
International Relations and Affairs Degree----
Political Science Degree--8-
Political Science and Government, Other Degree----
 
Visual and Performing Arts
Commercial and Advertising Art Degree--4-
Fine Studio Arts Degree--3-
Music Degree--4-
Music Management and Merchandising Degree--30-
Music, Other Degree--23-
Theatre and Theatre Arts Management Degree----
 
 
    Overall Student Enrollment
  • Total Student Enrollment: 5,770
    • Undergraduate: 4,013 Graduate: 1,757
    Student Gender
  • Total Student Gender
    • Male: 2,815 Female: 2,955
  • Undergraduate Gender
    • Male: 1,992 Female: 2,021
  • Graduate Gender
    • Male: 823 Female: 934
    Student Attendance
  • Total Student Attendance
    • Full-Time: 4,540 Part-Time: 1,230
  • Undergraduate Attendance
    • Full-Time: 3,540 Part-Time: 473
  • Graduate Attendance
    • Full-Time: 1,000 Part-Time: 757
Student Race Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien4127%
American Indian200.3%
Black5369%
Asian1382%
Hispanic3877%
White3,16655%
Unknown1,11119%
 
Student Age Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Age Under 181432%
Ages 18-191,99235%
Ages 20-211,13020%
Ages 22-2497617%
Ages 25-2964511%
Ages 30-342745%
Ages 35-391763%
Ages 40-493035%
Ages 50-651182%
Age Over 6520.03%
Age Unknown110.2%
Employee Type Breakdown
 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees945554391
Faculty Status573211362
Tenured Faculty114114-
Graduate Assistants81-81
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service562200362
Primarily Instruction562200362
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial108108-
Other Professionals12511411
Technical and/or Paraprofessional15013218
Clerical And Secretarial877017
Skilled Crafts11-
Service and/or Maintenance5555-
 
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$77,262 (200)$81,686 (140)$66,941 (60)
Professor$104,212 (61)$105,063 (54)$97,649 (7)
Associate Professor$84,096 (44)$85,272 (33)$80,566 (11)
Assistant Professor$64,729 (39)$62,751 (15)$65,965 (24)
Instructor$56,143 (5)$53,604 (3)$59,952 (2)
Lecturer$50,214 (49)$52,026 (33)$46,476 (16)
 
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$77,262 (200)$81,686 (140)$66,941 (60)
Professor$104,212 (61)$105,063 (54)$97,649 (7)
Associate Professor$84,096 (44)$85,272 (33)$80,566 (11)
Assistant Professor$64,729 (39)$62,751 (15)$65,965 (24)
Instructor$56,143 (5)$53,604 (3)$59,952 (2)
Lecturer$50,214 (49)$52,026 (33)$46,476 (16)
Overall Athletic Team Information
  • Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Athlete Student Aid
Total Aid$2,141,743$1,131,784$1,009,959
Ratio (%)100%53%47%
 
Participants
All Athletes426266160
Unduplicated Athletes334214120
Baseball3333-
Basketball281414
All Track Combined1609763
Football8585-
Lacrosse21-21
Soccer442321
Softball17-17
Tennis14-14
Volleyball241410
 
Coaches Salaries
Head Coaches-$59,848$48,850
Assistant Coaches-$11,928$6,082
 
Coaches
All Coaches472720
Baseball33-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches22-
Basketball633
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches422
All Track Combined844
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches633
Football1212-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches1111-
Lacrosse3-3
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches2-2
Soccer633
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches422
Softball3-3
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches2-2
Tennis1-1
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches---
Volleyball523
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches312
    Retention Rates
  • Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 70%
  • Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 47%
Graduation Rates
 (%) of Entering Class
Overall
All Students50%
 
By Gender
Male41%
Female58%
 
By Race
Non-Resident Alien40%
American Indian80%
Black39%
Asian55%
Hispanic49%
White51%
Unknown42%
 
By Years Prior to Graduation
4 Years or Less36%
5 Years46%
6 Years47%
Crime Statistics
 2007-082006-07
Arrests
Residence Hall
Weapons Related-1
Drug Related61
Liquor Related912
On Campus
Weapons Related-1
Drug Related61
Liquor Related912
 
Criminal Offenses
Residence Hall
Forcible Rape22
Burglary1012
Arson1-
On Campus
Forcible Rape22
Robbery-1
Aggravated Assault-1
Burglary1529
Vehicle Theft21
Arson2-
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