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Graduate Admission

Your Starting Point for Graduate Study

Graduate Admission Office

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Welcome to Graduate Admissions at the University of Hartford. We look forward to being your central resource as you begin your graduate career.

We invite you to explore our programs, events, and frequently asked questions. When you request information, you will receive in-depth information about your program of interest as well as general information about Graduate Studies at the University of Hartford. 

If you need any support during the application or admissions process, please reach out to us at gradstudy@hartford.edu so we can assist you. 

Contact Us

gradstudy@hartford.edu
860.768.4371 or 1.800.945.0712 (toll free)

Hours
Monday — Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST

Mailing address
Graduate Admission, CC 231
University of Hartford
200 Bloomfield Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117 USA

School Code: 3436

Application Instructions

Ready to apply? General application requirements are noted below. However, as application requirements vary by college and program, please refer to the individual program websites for more information.

All graduate applicants are required to submit the following:

  • Online application form
  • Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate schools attended
  • Letter of intent detailing your interest in the program and goals
  • Non-refundable application fee of $50.  CAS applicants are required to pay a non-refundable processing fee in lieu of an application fee as designated by the CAS
  • Professional resume and/or curriculum vitae

Some graduate programs require the following:

  • Audition fee of $40 (Hartt School Applicants)
  • One to three letters of recommendation
  • Official GRE and GMAT, PRAXIS or MCAT (if required)
  • Supplemental documents

International applicants are also required to submit the below materials:

  • Transcript evaluation: All foreign transcripts must be evaluated by a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member, such as WES, IEE, or TEC (formerly known as SpanTran). If the transcript is written in English, a course-by-course evaluation is still required, as grading systems vary from country to country. 
  • All master's degree applicants, excluding Master of Science in Computer Science and master's level engineering program applicants, who are non-native speakers of the English language are required to submit scores from one of the following English-proficiency tests. Countries that are considered native English speaking can be found here.
    • TOEFL: minimum of 80 (Internet-based test – iBT), and 550 (Paper-based test – PBT Total).
    • PTE: minimum score of 58
    • IELTS: minimum score of 6.5 overall
    • Duolingo: minimum score of 110 combined
  • Master of Science in Computer Science and master's level engineering program applicants who are non-native speakers of the English language are required to submit scores from one of the following English-proficiency tests. Countries that are considered native English speaking can be found here.
    • TOEFL: minimum of 79 (Internet-based test – iBT)
    • PTE: minimum score of 51
    • IELTS: minimum score of 6.0 overall
    • Duolingo: minimum score of 100 combined
  • Doctoral-level candidates who are non-native speakers of the English language are required to submit scores from one of the following English-proficiency tests. Countries that are considered native English speaking can be found here.
    • TOEFL: minimum of 92 (Internet-based test – iBT)
    • PTE: minimum score of 65
    • IELTS: minimum score of 7.0 overall
    • Duolingo: minimum score of 115 combined
  • You can qualify for the English Proficiency Waiver if you fit one of the following two categories:
    • You are an International applicant whose native language is English.
    • You are an International applicant holding a bachelor’s or master's degree from a country where the native language is English. 
  • Admitted students will be required to submit a passport, and financial documents that indicate financial capability and responsibility for at least the first year of enrollment (tuition, fees, and living expenses). If you are not personally funding your tuition, your sponsor must submit a sponsor certification and submit official financial documentation.

Please view our Frequently Asked Questions to assist you with the application process.

Application Dates and Deadlines

Spring, summer, and fall 2025 applications are currently open.

Most of our graduate programs admit students on a rolling basis. Some programs have specific priority and/or application deadlines. Upcoming deadlines for 2025 are noted below. Please refer to the individual program websites for more information. 

Summer and Fall Application Deadlines Program(s)
December 1—Application Deadline Clinical Psychology, PSYD
December 1—Priority Deadline, after which rolling until full Prosthetic & Orthotics, MSPO*
Occupational Therapy, MSOT*
December 1—Priority Deadline Artist Diploma
Graduate Conducting Programs
Doctor of Musical Arts, DMA
Doctor of Philosophy in Music Education
December 16—Application Deadline Physical Therapy, DPT
January 15—Priority Scholarship Deadline Photography, MFA*
Illustration, MFA*
January 15—Priority Deadline School Psychology, MS
February 1—Priority Scholarship Deadline Architecture, MArch*
February 1—Priority Deadline Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study
Graduate Professional Diploma
Master of Music
Master of Music Education

The Basics

UHart’s Schools and Colleges

With seven distinct schools and colleges, UHart offers graduate students a rich environment for multidisciplinary research and collaboration.

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Graduate Tuition and Fees

Graduate tuition and fees vary depending on the school and the program of study.

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Financing your Education

UHart offers financial assistance for graduate and professional students, including loans, scholarships, corporate partnership discounts, assistantships, and veterans benefits.

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