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BRING YOUR PASSION. FIND YOUR PATH.

With seven schools and colleges all working together, there’s plenty to explore at University of Hartford. You’ll find your own road, but you won’t walk it alone.

At UHart, we help you partner your passion with your dream profession. But beyond just landing a job after graduation, we empower you to rise quickly in your field. Through a multitude of perspectives, you'll gain critical thinking skills and the ability to adapt to change.

8:1
student to faculty ratio
120+
student clubs and activities
100+
academic programs
90%
students receive financial aid
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  • Undergraduate
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    • Art
      What career path interests you? With your career aspirations and our guidance, the possibilities are limitless. Based on your selections, these programs are the best fit for you.
      From ceramics and sculpture, to photography and painting, our studio-based instruction provides Hartford Art School students the opportunity to display their work and build their portfolios.
      • Art History
        This program offers students a wide variety of courses that cover art from around the globe.
        Hartford Art School
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      • Ceramics
        Work with both sculpture and pottery in the introductory courses, and develop personal direction in your work as you advance in the curriculum.
        Hartford Art School
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      • Illustration
        Be prepared to work at a professional level, with a comprehensive understanding of illustration and the ability to merge your client's needs with your personal style.
        Hartford Art School
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      • Painting and Drawing
        Practice and explore your technical, aesthetic, and conceptual skills in the Painting and Drawing Department.
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      • Photography
        The curriculum integrates experimental, narrative, and documentary approaches to photography. You will be trained in black and white and color wet processes, studio practices, digital technologies, and a variety of historical techniques.
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      • Printmaking
        Receive the technical and aesthetic instruction and learn the critical thinking skills necessary to develop as a working print artist.
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      • Sculpture
        Explore a wide range of approaches to sculpture production. This program recognizes the broad diversity of styles, techniques, and independent conceptual visions that define the field of contemporary sculpture.
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      • Visual Communication Design
        Learn how to design static and interactive work, which can include motion graphics, product packaging, advertising pieces, and so much more.
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    • Business
      What career path interests you? With your career aspirations and our guidance, the possibilities are limitless. Based on your selections, these programs are the best fit for you.
      You’ll learn how to navigate the business world with confidence, and intern with prestigious organizations like Cigna as you prepare for your career after graduation.
      • Accounting

        Accounting is a professional major that prepares you for entry-level positions in public accounting, management accounting, and financial management.

        Barney School of Business
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      • Business Analytics and Managerial Economics
        This major gives you valuable skills in quantitative methods and economic analysis. Prepare to work at some of the biggest companies in the country.
        Barney School of Business
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      • Communication
        Prepare for a career in communication, advertising, public relations, digital media production, or sports journalism in UHart's School of Communication.
        College of Arts and Sciences
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      • Economics
        The economics program prepares you for a wide variety of careers in governmental and non-profit organizations, business, law, public administration, and foreign services.
        College of Arts and Sciences
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      • Entrepreneurial Studies
        This major gives you the tools you need to start a new business, manage a small business, expand a family business, lead innovation efforts in a corporate environment, or become an effective manager in a fast-growing enterprise.
        Barney School of Business
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      • Finance
        The world of finance is changing rapidly. Prepare to take advantage of these opportunities through a combination of coursework and partnerships with the business community.
        Barney School of Business
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      • Marketing
        This major prepares you for leadership positions in the private, public, and non-profit sectors. Concentrations allow you to specialize your skills and tailor them to your career goals.
        Barney School of Business
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      • Risk Management and Insurance
        This major prepares you for jobs related to the identification, evaluation, mitigation, and financing of risks faced by business and individuals alike.
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      • Sports Management
        Prepare to become a business leader in sports management. Students will learn the analytical and technical skills necessary to succeed in a broad array of career paths in the sports industry.
        Barney School of Business
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    • Communication
      What career path interests you? With your career aspirations and our guidance, the possibilities are limitless. Based on your selections, these programs are the best fit for you.
      The workforce hungers for effective communicators that can find creative ways to connect with people in their busy schedules and overwhelming amount of information through cell phones, television, radio, etc. Study everything from cinema to sociology and digital media and journalism.  
      • Cinema
        Work in a production and editing lab that features the latest computer technology and collaborate with our award-winning faculty on professional sets.
        College of Arts and Sciences
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      • Communication
        Create advertising, public relations, and social media campaigns for real clients, all while learning how to effectively communicate with different target audiences.
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      • Digital Media and Journalism
        Prepare for an exciting career in digital media production, broadcast journalism, sports media, or as a media business professional. 
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      • English and Modern Languages
        If you are interested in teaching English at the secondary level, UHart offers a BA in English with a certification in secondary education. 
        College of Arts and Sciences
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      • Marketing
        Prepare for marketing leadership jobs. Concentrations allow you to specialize your skills and tailor them to your career goals. 
        Barney School of Business
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      • Human-Computer Interaction Design
        Learn how to build and design websites that are innovative, attractive, and easy to use, and create motion graphics, animation, and multimedia content for mobile applications and computer games.
        College of Arts and Sciences
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      • Visual Communication Design
        Gain the skills you need to succeed as a graphic designer, art director, or commercial artist.
        Hartford Art School
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    • Education
      What career path interests you? With your career aspirations and our guidance, the possibilities are limitless. Based on your selections, these programs are the best fit for you.
      We take you from classroom to career: Field experience begins your first semester at a local school or early childhood center.
      • Early Childhood Education
        This major will give you the knowledge and training to pursue a variety of careers in public and private schools as well as child care centers and community programs.
        College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions
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      • Early Childhood/Montessori
        UHart offers two degree programs for undergraduate Montessori: Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Science. In each of these programs, you will earn an Association Montessori Internationale Diploma (AMI) and a state teaching certification.
        College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions
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      • Elementary Education
        Be prepared for a rewarding teaching career in grades 1-6 with this major.
        College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions
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      • English/Secondary Education
        Take classes in both the English and Modern Languages Department and ENHP to earn your teaching degree.
        College of Arts and Sciences
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      • Integrated Elementary and Special Education
        You can earn two certifications in four years, which significantly opens doors to career options. You will be eligible for certification in elementary education (grades 1-6) and special education (grades K-12).
        College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions
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    • Engineering & Architecture
      What career path interests you? With your career aspirations and our guidance, the possibilities are limitless. Based on your selections, these programs are the best fit for you.
      Our degree programs in engineering, technology, and architecture provide you with a career-ready education, and multiple opportunities for innovation and real-world application.
      • Acoustical Engineering and Music
        This nationally recognized interdisciplinary engineering program is offered in cooperation with The Hartt School at UHart.
        College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture
        The Hartt School
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      • Aerospace Engineering

        This program is designed to advance in-demand skills in the fundamental science and technologies to create, develop, and improve aircraft and spacecraft.

        College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture
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      • Biomedical Engineering

        This program prepares students with a solid basis in a diverse variety of subjects related to biomechanics, biofluids, and bioinstrumentation.

        College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture
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      • Civil Engineering

        This program will prepare you for careers in various areas, such as structural engineering, transportation, or environmental engineering. You will learn about design, construction, and maintenance of buildings, bridges, highways, and airports.

        College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture
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      • Computer Engineering

        This hands-on engineering program focuses on the connection between computer hardware and software design, helping students learn how to solve real-world problems. Its curriculum includes five technical specialty electives, which offers students maximum flexibility to tailor their program to their own interests.

        College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture
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      • Computer Science and Engineering

        This program allows you to open up your career options by studying both computer science and computer engineering. You take exciting classes in programming, coding, design and analysis, computation, and electrical engineering.

        College of Arts and Sciences
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      • Electrical Engineering

        This program covers a branch of engineering concerned with generating, distributing, processing, coding, transmitting, receiving, and deciphering electrical and electromagnetic signals.

        College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture
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      • Mechanical Engineering

        This program truly embodies the spirit of creativity and innovation as it is one of the broadest areas of study in engineering.

        College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture
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      • Robotics Engineering

        This program offers students the ability to gain skills in the growing field of robotics and make an impact on the future.

        College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture
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    • Engineering Technology
      What career path interests you? With your career aspirations and our guidance, the possibilities are limitless. Based on your selections, below are a few programs that could be a great fit for you.
      Our degree programs in engineering, technology, and architecture provide you with a career-ready education, and multiple opportunities for innovation and real-world application.
      • Architectural Design + Technology
        This rigorous academic program prepares students for a variety of careers in architecture and the construction industry. The program integrates technical, structural, and liberal arts courses through the design of progressively more complex architectural projects.
        College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture
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      • Audio Engineering Technology
        Through this program, students learn the ins and outs of audio equipment not only by using tools to create professional music productions, but also by pulling those very tools apart to learn how to maintain, repair, and design them.
        College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture
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      • Computer and Electronic Engineering Technology
        This program is a hands-on engineering technology program that focuses on analog and digital circuits, electronics, microprocessors, as well as fundamental computer programming, computer architecture, and network systems.
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      • Construction Management + Technology

        Provides instruction on the management skills and broad-based business knowledge required for the continually changing technical and occupational subjects of the construction industry, such as construction planning, design, and safety.

        College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture
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      • Electromechanical Engineering Technology
        This interdisciplinary hands-on engineering technology program incorporates elements of both electrical and mechanical systems.
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    • Health Professions
      What career path interests you? With your career aspirations and our guidance, the possibilities are limitless. Based on your selections, these programs are the best fit for you.
      You will be actively engaged in the healthcare community through clinical placements, research, and community outreach, ensuring that you’ll be practice-ready when you graduate.
      • Biology and Biochemistry

        We have two degrees in biology—a bachelor of science and a bachelor of arts. Explore careers in environmental science, science education, and health care fields with our degrees in Biology.

        We also have a degree in biochemistry, where you can study the chemistry of the living world and explore physical and chemical sciences.

        College of Arts and Sciences
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      • Exercise Science

        This program prepares you to help people improve and maintain their physical fitness, health and quality of life.

        College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions
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      • Health Sciences
        This program prepares you for professional or graduate study in health-related fields such as occupational therapy, speech pathology, or public health. This program is also available as a minor.
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      • Nursing
        Our direct-entry nursing program provides you with the classroom, laboratory, and hands-on clinical experience you need to become a highly skilled, compassionate caregiver.
        College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions
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      • Physical Therapy

        This is a combined Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science and Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. It is a pathway for direct entry into the DPT program at UHart.

        College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions
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      • Occupational Therapy

        This program prepares you to help people of all ages live active, productive and independent lives. Occupational therapists make it possible for people to perform “the job of living” and enjoy life to the fullest.

        College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions
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      • Prosthetics and Orthotics
        The combined BS and MSPO program is a 5-year program with an exciting career in prosthetics and orthotics.
        College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions
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      • Radiologic Technology

        Radiologic technology is a dynamic, fast-paced profession that combined the use of sophisticated medical imaging technology with compassionate care of the ill and injured.

        College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions
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      • Respiratory Care

        Respiratory care focuses on the care of people with breathing disorders. Patients are of all ages, from premature infants to older adults, in this high-tech, high-touch career.

        College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions
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    • Liberal Arts
      What career path interests you? With your career aspirations and our guidance, the possibilities are limitless. Based on your selections, these programs are the best fit for you.
      Here, you don’t just memorize theories—you collaborate, integrate, and represent your point of view thoughtfully. Classes are small, which means you’ll receive personal attention and support from faculty.
      • Criminal Justice
        This program focuses on the interdisciplinary view of crime and its control, including policing, crime prevention through personal change and community development. You develop broad skills and take classes in criminology, law, policing, sociology, and forensic studies.
        College of Arts and Sciences
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      • English and Modern Languages

        Learn the ability to read and understand a wide variety of literary texts and express yourself through creative writing. 

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      • History
        You'll study the rise of American industry and the development of American labor, world wars, and America's growing influence on world affairs, the impact of immigration, the birth and explosive growth of mass culture, and more.
        College of Arts and Sciences
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      • International Studies
        At UHart, the world can be your classroom. 75 percent of our international studies majors study abroad for a semester. You can concentrate in either global security or global development and consider a double major in politics and government, economics, or modern languages and cultures.
        College of Arts and Sciences
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      • Judaic Studies
        Explore Jewish history and culture in our interdisciplinary program, while taking part in exciting research or study abroad opportunities.
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      • Philosophy
        This program promotes clear, systematic thinking that can benefit any profession. Ethically, it emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for one's views and of carrying on respectful dialogue with others.
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      • Politics and Government
        If you are planning a career in law, government, the civil services, politics and government, or the nonprofit sector, our politics and government program gives you the opportunity to explore your interests and get hands-on experience.
        College of Arts and Sciences
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      • Psychology
        If you are interested in studying psychology and are planning a career in business, industry, education, health services, personnel work, or in any field involving human relations, UHart's psychology program is for you.
        College of Arts and Sciences
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      • Sociology
        Sociology is the scientific study of social behavior. Our program helps you prepare for a wide range of careers by addressing the most pressing issues of our time. Sociology has a broad scope and relevance for research, theory, law, and social policy.
        College of Arts and Sciences
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    • Music
      What career path interests you? With your career aspirations and our guidance, the possibilities are limitless. Based on your selections, these programs are the best fit for you.
      Through diverse coursework and close mentoring relationships with faculty, you can make your passion your profession.
      • Music
        This rigorous program combines the breadth of a liberal education with in-depth study in music
        The Hartt School
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      • Music Composition
        This program provides you with the guidance needed to express your individuality through music.
        The Hartt School
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      • Music Education
        This program offers you one of the nation's most comprehensive courses of study and prepares you for a career as an elementary and secondary school music educator. 
        The Hartt School
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      • Music Instrumental Performance
        This comprehensive program is designed for the student of superior talent and motivation whose goal is to be a professional performer. Instruments include bassoon, cello, clarinet, double bass, euphonium, flute, french horn, guitar, harp, oboe, percussion, piano, saxophone, trombone, trumpet, tuba, viola, violin, and more. 
        The Hartt School
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      • Music Management
        This major provides performing musicians with a broad background in both music and business. Students receive weekly private lessons, play in ensembles, and study music theory, history, ear training, and keyboard.
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      • Music Production and Technology
        Students follow a course of study that combines a traditional music conservatory curriculum (including study of an instrument or voice in classical or jazz) with courses in recording engineering, music production, electronic music, acoustics, and music business.
        The Hartt School
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      • Music Theatre
        This program brings together the disciplines of music, dance, and acting. The program addresses the ever-changing aspects and character of theatre and performance.
        The Hartt School
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      • Performing Arts Management

        Students learn about both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors of the industry. Experiencing both sides of the field allows students not only to explore a variety of problems inherent to the industry through classroom discussions, guest speakers, field trips, and assignments, but also to make an educated decision about their future careers.

        The Hartt School
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      • Vocal Performance
        This program helps students technique and musicianship grow with the help of dedicated and distinguished faculty. 
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    • Sciences
      What career path interests you? With your career aspirations and our guidance, the possibilities are limitless. Based on your selections, these programs are the best fit for you.
      If you are planning a career in research, plan to go on to graduate, medical, or dental school, or simply fascinated by the physical and natural world around you, explore one of our academic programs in science.
      • Biochemistry
        In this program you can study the chemistry of the living world and explore physical and chemical sciences.
        College of Arts and Sciences
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      • Biology
        We have two degrees in biology—a bachelor of science and a bachelor of arts. Explore careers in environmental science, science education, and health care fields with our degrees in Biology.
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      • Chemistry
        UHart offers two degrees in chemistry—a bachelor of arts and a bachelor of science. Be certified to meet the standards set by the American Chemical Society, the largest scientific society in the world with an exciting and rewarding career in chemistry.
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      • Computer Science
        Our computer science programs encourage hands-on learning in both group and individual classroom settings. We offer four undergraduate programs that will help you excel in the computer science industry. 
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      • Mathematics
        A mathematics degree can open a world of opportunities for you! It can be paired with a minor to give students a competitive edge in the job market and give you a new appreciation for the core education and application of mathematics. 
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      • Physics
        UHart offers two degrees in physics—a bachelor of arts and a bachelor of science. The bachelor of arts is the perfect choice if you want to study physics but are not necessarily intending to become a physicist. The bachelor of science gives you a solid foundation for graduate study or employment in physics or related fields.
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    • Theatre & Dance
      What career path interests you? With your career aspirations and our guidance, the possibilities are limitless. Based on your selections, these programs are the best fit for you.
      Through diverse coursework and close mentoring relationships with faculty, you can make your passion your profession.
      • Actor Training
        Challenge yourself to expand both your craft and your creative imagination so that you can be successful in a broad range of theatrical styles from contemporary to classical.
        The Hartt School
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      • Ballet Pedagogy
        This major strongly emphasizes pedagogical structure and theory, covering different styles and schools of ballet and modern dance, from the earliest pre-ballet to coaching the advanced dancer.
        The Hartt School
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      • Dance Performance
        UHart offers multiple programs in dance, including ballet pedagogy and dance performance. The performance major is designed to prepare you for careers in dance as a professional performing artist. The pedagogy prepares you to teach dance to all ages in professional school and university dance programs.
        The Hartt School
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      • Music Theatre

        This program brings together the disciplines of music, dance, and acting. The program addresses the ever-changing aspects and character of theatre and performance.

        The Hartt School
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      • Stage Management

        This program prepares you for a career in the management of all genres of performance. You will learn aspects of production as well as personnel skills.

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      • Technical Theatre

        This program prepares you for a professional career specializing in the areas of sound, lighting, stagecraft, and costumes.

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  • Graduate
    What academic categories are you interested in?
    • Art
      What career path interests you? With your career aspirations and our guidance, the possibilities are limitless. Based on your selections, these programs are the best fit for you.
      Three limited-residency Master of Fine Arts programs are offered specializing in illustration and photography designed for working artists who want to enhance their skills and further their careers.
      • Master of Fine Arts in Illustration
        This program is designed specifically to meet the needs of practicing illustrators who maintain active, full-time professional careers.
        Hartford Art School
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      • Master of Fine Arts in Photography
        Our international limited residency program allows you to pursue a professional degree while maintaining your career.
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    • Business
      Business
      UHart offers multiple degrees in business for professionals seeking to further their degrees, including an MBA from our highly ranked Barney School of Business. 
      • Master of Business Administration
        Complete your MBA with just 12 classes, either online or in class, part-time or full-time. Choose the format that best supports your learning style. Generally, the average working professional will be able to finish our program in two years.
        Barney School of Business
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      • Master in Accounting and Taxation
        This program is designed for students who seek to develop or advance a career in professional accounting or taxation in industry, public accounting, government, or not-for-profit organizations.
        Barney School of Business
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      • Master of Science in Business Analytics
        This online program will prepare you for a career in the growing field of business analytics, or for other jobs requiring you to use analytics to make business decisions.
        Barney School of Business
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      • Dual MSAT/MBA
        Earn both the Master of Science in Accounting and Taxation and the Master of Business Administration degree. Advance your career by earning two degrees.
        Barney School of Business
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      • Dual M.Eng/MBA
        This partnership between the Barney School of Business and the College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture provides a broader academic focus for engineers moving into the management and leadership tracks.
        Barney School of Business
        College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture
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      • Master of Science in Management
        This online program meets the evolving needs of students and employers by providing a modern look at the business world and the knowledge and skills to manage people and processes.
        Barney School of Business
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    • Communication
      Communication
      Our communication graduate programs provide well-rounded, innovative, and integrated education focused on the media, human communications studies, and integrated communications.
      • Integrated Communication
        This program connects you with cutting edge industry-standard resources and professionals and provides a launching pad for your success in a wide variety of businesses, nonprofits, and other organizations.
        College of Arts and Sciences
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      • Master of Arts in Communication
        This program provides you with both a comprehensive overview of the field of communication and a specialization in areas such as media, integrated communication, and human communication.
        College of Arts and Sciences
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      • Master of Business Administration
        Complete your MBA with just 12 classes, either online or in class, part-time or full-time! Choose the format that best supports your learning style. 
        Barney School of Business
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      • Master of Science in Organizational Psychology
        This program gives you the option to complete the program on campus, or 100 percent online, giving you the flexibility to advance your career from the comfort of your home or office