University of Hartford
Flexible Graduate Programs
University of Hartford is a private college located in West Hartford, Connecticut, and has been named one of the 250 Best Graduate Schools for 2023. Tuition for full-time graduate students at University of Hartford is $14,652. The college offers Master’s degrees in 34 different degree areas, with 6 Master’s degrees offered online. University of Hartford enrolls 1,914 graduate students, with 64% part-time students, 56% online students, and 5% hybrid students.
Overview
School Type
Website: www.hartford.edu
Contact: University of Hartford
Accessibility
- Distance education:Yes
- Online degrees:Yes
- Weekend/Evening classes:Yes
- On-Campus day care:No
- Online library services:Yes
- Master's degrees:Yes
- Post-master's certificates:Yes
- Doctorate Degrees:Yes
Demographics
- Online and distance education graduate students:1,072
- Graduate students doing hybrid learning:91
- Out-of-state online graduate students:393
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Online students56%
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Male/Female37% / 63%
Cost
- Application fee:$50
- Average tuition full-time graduate students:$14,652
- Required fees for full-time graduate students:$550
- Per credit hour charge part-time graduate students:$814
Outcomes
Military & Veteran
- Percentage of graduate students receiving post 9/11 GI Bill benefits:1%
- Credit for military training:Yes
- Dedicated staff member:Yes
- Student veteran organization:Yes
- Yellow Ribbon Program member:Yes
- Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:No
Featured Programs & Degrees
Online master's degrees offered
- Business: 3
- Education: 2
- Health Professions: 1
- Nursing: 1
- Overview
- Master of Arts in Communications
- Master of Science in Neuroscience
- Clinical Psychology
- Master of Science in Organizational Psychology
- School Psychology
Master of Arts in Communications
Master of Science in Neuroscience
Clinical Psychology
Master of Science in Organizational Psychology
School Psychology
Master of Arts in Communications
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus
Enrollment: Full-Time or Part-Time, Evening
Time to Completion: 1-2 years
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Application Deadline: April 15 for Fall – November 15 for Spring
Cost: $625 per credit hour
The Masters of Communication degree at the University of Hartford offers small class sizes, evening classes, and active learning environments. The program offers flexible class schedules for full time students as well as working professionals and and fosters an environment for students and faculty to develop relationships.
Master of Science in Neuroscience
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus
Enrollment: Full-Time or Part-Time, Daytime
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Application Deadline: Rolling Admissions
Cost: $625 per credit hour
The Master of Science in Neuroscience is interdisciplinary and students explore natural, biological, and physiological sciences. Class sizes are small and labs are offered mostly in the evenings to accommodate full time as well as part time students.
Clinical Psychology
Clinical Psychology allows students to complete two years of half-time practicum courses. This program also provides students the option to pursue a child and adolescent proficiency track.
Master of Science in Organizational Psychology
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus & Online
Admissions
Start: Fall
Application Deadline: February 15
Cost: $625 per credit hour
The Master of Science in Organizational Psychology teaches students critical leadership skills, organizational skills, and aids students in improving research and communication skills. Students have the option to complete this program completely online.
School Psychology
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus
Enrollment: Full-Time
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Application Deadline: Rolling Admissions
Cost: $625 per credit hour
The School Psychology degree program is designed to aid individuals in their pursuit of a Master of Science with a specialization in clinical child counseling as well as certify individuals who aim to work as school psychologists. Students will also obtain a Sixth-Year Certificate.
- Overview
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Science in Management (MSM)
- Master of Science in Accounting and Taxation (MSAT)
- Dual Degrees
- Certificates
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Master of Science in Management (MSM)
Master of Science in Accounting and Taxation (MSAT)
Dual Degrees
Certificates
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Program Options
Classroom: Online, Hybrid, or On Campus
Enrollment: Full-Time or Part-Time, Evening & Weekend
Time to Completion: 2 years
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Application Deadline: Rolling Admissions
Cost: $695 per credit hour
The University of Hartford’s highly ranked Barney School of Business offers a degree program fit for any student seeking a future career in management. With the ability to take classes online or in person students learn knowledge, skills, and values students can apply to managerial positions.
Master of Science in Management (MSM)
Program Options
Classroom: Online
Enrollment: Part-Time
30 credit program
Admissions
Application Deadline: Rolling Admissions
Cost: $695 per credit hour
The Master of Science in Management program is conveniently offered online for working professionals who would like to further their business education. This program touches a variety of areas of business with a modern take to prepare students for the professional job market.
Master of Science in Accounting and Taxation (MSAT)
Program Options
Classroom: Online, Hybrid, or On Campus
Time to Completion: As little as 7 months! Or at your own pace.
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Application Deadline: Rolling Admissions
Cost: $695 per credit hour
The Master of Science in Accounting and Taxation is a flexible program where students can earn their masters and also offers the opportunity for students to gain enough credit to meet the CPA licensing requirement. In addition, students can earn certification in both accounting and taxation and the University of Hartford also offers a post-grad accounting certification.
Dual Degrees
The University of Hartford offers the opportunity for students to complete two degrees at once. The first option offered is a Master of Science in Accounting and Taxation degree (MSAT) and the Master of Business Administration degree (MBA). The second option offered is a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) and Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.).
Certificates
The University of Hartford Barney School of Business offers certification programs in finance, insurance, international business, management, marketing, or a general discipline.
- Overview
- Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership
- Master of Education in Early Childhood
- Master of Education in Elementary Education
- Master of Education in Special Education
- Montessori Concentration
- Master of Science in Nursing with Focus in Education
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
- Master of Science in Prosthetics and Orthotics
- Transitional Master of Science in Prosthetics and Orthotics
Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership
Master of Education in Early Childhood
Master of Education in Elementary Education
Master of Education in Special Education
Master of Education with Montessori Concentration
Master of Science in Nursing with Focus in Education
Master of Science in Nursing with Focus in Management
Master of Science in Nursing with Focus in Public Health
Master of Science in Prosthetics and Orthotics
Transitional Master of Science in Prosthetics and Orthotics
Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus
Admissions
Start: Fall
Application Deadline: Rolling Admissions
Cost: $735 per credit hour + registration & technology fees
The Educational Leadership degree program focuses on educational leadership where students learn through research and community engagement.
Master of Education in Early Childhood
Program Options
Classroom: Online or On Campus
Enrollment: Part-Time, Evening & Daytime
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Application Deadline: Rolling Admissions
Cost: $695 per credit hour
The Master of Education in Early Childhood program suits individuals who wish to work with younger children in both the public and private sector.
Master of Education in Elementary Education
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus
Enrollment: Part-Time, Evening & Daytime
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Application Deadline: Rolling Admissions
Cost: $540 per credit hour
The Elementary Education degree program at The University of Hartford is suitable for working professionals, students who have recently completed their undergrad, or adults wanting a career change. This program offers an opportunity for students to learn lesson planning, focuses on student teaching, and developing adequate teaching techniques.
Master of Education in Special Education
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus or Online
Enrollment: Part-Time, Evening & Daytime
Time to Completion: 2-3 years
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Application Deadline: Rolling Admissions
Cost: $570 per credit hour
This degree program offers two tracks: an advanced program and a cross endorsement program focusing in special education. Through classroom education and student teaching, individuals in this program learn all of the skills needed from theoretical models to applicable in class experiences.
Master of Education with Montessori Concentration
Program Options
Classroom: Online
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Cost: $570 per credit hour
The Montessori education program allocates a thorough preparedness for teachers looking to go into the field. This program is offered fully online so working professionals can obtain this degree as it allows for a flexible schedule.
Master of Science in Nursing with Focus in Education
Master of Science in Nursing with Focus in Public Health
Master of Science in Nursing with Focus in Management
Program Options
Enrollment: Part-Time
Time to Completion: 2-4 years
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Cost: $540 per credit hour
The Master of Science in Nursing can be accompanied by a focus in education, management, or public health. Students are able to participate in this program part-time. The nursing program “prepares nurses to assume advanced roles as educators in academic and service settings, as nurse leaders in administration, and population health experts in community and public health settings”.
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus
Enrollment: Full-Time
Time to Completion: 3 years
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Cost: $578 per credit hour
With a faculty full of expert clinicians, the Doctor of Physical Therapy program allows students to gain valuable knowledge and practice related to their field. Students engage in lab research and also have the opportunity to apply their skills practically in supervised clinical experiences.
Master of Science in Prosthetics and Orthotics
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus
Enrollment: Full-Time
Time to Completion: 3 years
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Cost: $578 per credit hour
The Master of Science in Prosthetics and Orthotics combines healthcare and technology in a specialized field of study. Students will learn to “meet the intellectual, social, cultural, and economic challenges of our changing healthcare system” under a staff of expert clinicians.
Transitional Master of Science in Prosthetics and Orthotics
Program Options
Time to Completion: 1-3 years
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Cost: $650 per credit hour
The University of Hartford offers a self-paced program in which students achieve academic excellence, participate in collaborative research, and experience the “highest level of clinical prosthetic and orthotic education available”.
- Overview
- Master of Architecture
- Master of Engineering
- Master of Science in Engineering
College of Engineering
Master of Architecture
Master of Engineering
Master of Science in Engineering
Master of Architecture
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus
Enrollment: Full-Time or Part-Time, Daytime
Time to Completion: 2 years
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Application Deadline: Rolling Admissions
Cost: $1060 per credit hour, $23,432/year Full-time tuition
UHart offers an architecture program taught by an experienced staff. Class sizes are small and students have the opportunity to develop relationships with their professors. The architecture program also offers studios and dedicated work spaces for students to utilize.
Master of Engineering
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Application Deadline: Rolling
Cost: $850 per credit hour, $15,300 per year for full-time tuition
The University of Hartford offers a Masters of Engineering and offers concentrations in: Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering-Structural Engineering Specialization, Civil Engineering-Transportation Engineering Specialization, Environmental Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering-Manufacturing Engineering Specialization, Mechanical Engineering-Turbomachinery Engineering Specialization, and a Certificate in Manufacturing Metrology.
Master of Science in Engineering
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Application Deadline: Rolling
Cost: $850 per credit hour, $15,300 per year for full-time tuition
UHart offers a Masters of Science in Engineering with specializations in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering.
- Overview
- Master of Music Composition
- Master of Music Instrumental
- Master of Music in Jazz Studies
- Master of Music Education
- Master of Music History
- Master of Music Theory
The Hartt School
Master of Music Composition
Master of Music Instrumental
Master of Music in Jazz Studies
Master of Music Education
Master of Music History
Master of Music Theory
Master of Music Composition
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus
Enrollment: Full-Time or Part-Time
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Admissions: Rolling
Cost: $12,325 per term
The Master of Music, Composition Program offers students the opportunity to obtain a masters or a doctorate in music with a focus in composition. Students attend seminars, receive one-on-one instruction, and perform in a plethora of concerts through the academic year
Master of Music Instrumental
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus
Enrollment: Full-Time or Part-Time
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Admissions: Rolling
Cost: $12,325 per term
The Master of Music program that focuses on instrumentals has a number of paths for students to choose from including: instrumental performance, instrumental performance (Suzuki pedagogy), instrumental conducting, guitar performance, piano performance, and piano performance (pedagogy emphasis).
Master of Music in Jazz Studies
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus
Enrollment: Full-Time or Part-Time
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Admissions: Rolling
Cost: $12,325 per term
The Jackie McLean Jazz Studies Division at the University of Hartford offers the first Jazz Studies program in Connecticut. Through the program students explore the history of jazz, participate in ensembles, tune their skills, and learn the ins and outs of being a jazz musician from a business perspective.
Master of Music Education
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Admissions: Rolling
Cost: $620 per credit hour
The Hartt School offers many concentrations within the Master of Education program, including: choral conducting, wind band conducting, Kodály, pedagogy, research, and technology. These programs offer students a variety of concentrations to choose from and allow students to grow in their respective fields.
Master of Music History
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Admissions: Rolling
Cost: $620 per credit hour
The University of Hartford offers a Master of Music History accompanied by two concentrations: performance practice emphasis and scholarship & research emphasis. This program takes students through the evolution of music in a program which focuses on creativity and active learning.
Master of Music Theory
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus
Admissions
Start: Fall or Spring
Admissions: Rolling
Cost: $620 per credit hour
The Master of Music in Music Theory suits students who are interested in teaching music theory or students who would like to research music theory. This program includes proficiency exams, the creation of a thesis, and a comprehensive exam at the end of the program.
- Overview
- Master of Fine Arts in Illustration
- Master of Fine Arts in Interdisciplinary Art
- Master of Fine Arts in Photography
Hartford Art School
Master of Fine Arts in Illustration
Master of Fine Arts in Interdisciplinary Art
Master of Fine Arts in Photography
Master of Fine Arts in Illustration
Program Options
Classroom Type:On Campus in Summer at University of Hartford. Fall and Spring in various locations such as: San Francisco, Pasadena, New York City and other recognized destinations.
Admissions
Start: Fall, Spring, or Summer
Admissions: Rolling
Cost: $780 per credit hour
The illustration program provides a space for working professionals to obtain a masters degree. Students in this program learn in a tutorial-based environment and focuses on independent study.
Master of Fine Arts in Interdisciplinary Art
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus
Admissions
Start: Fall, Spring, or Summer
Admissions: Rolling
Cost: $780 per credit hour
The Master of Fine Arts in Interdisciplinary Art offers cross-disciplinary coursework and opportunity to travel the Americas while studying. Curriculum includes: ecology, urban studies, and the craft-to-code technology continuum.
Master of Fine Arts in Photography
Program Options
Classroom: On Campus in Summer at University of Hartford. Fall and Spring in various locations around the world.
Admissions
Start: Fall, Spring, or Summer
Admissions: Rolling
Cost: $780 per credit hour
The Master of Fine Arts in Photography is designed to suit students who have been practicing photography as well as students who have just completed their undergrad. This program proudly takes students around the globe and focuses on an international perspective.
Contact University of Hartford
Contact Admissions
gradstudy@hartford.edu
Phone: 860-768-4371
Toll-Free 1-800-945-0712
Main Campus
200 Bloomfield Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117
860-768-4100