C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
54/100 · earnings-weighted

University of New Haven

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 West Haven, Connecticut 06516
University of New Haven campus, West Haven, CT
University of New Haven campus, West Haven, CT. Photo: Zrosen88, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 59%
Outcomes
B
73/100
Affordability
F
11/100
Resources
C
52/100
Experience
B+
79/100
Prestige
D
36/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

9,830
Total Enrollment
59%
Graduation Rate
77%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
81%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at University of New Haven, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$60,126
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$49,829
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$27,000
Median debt at graduation
63.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,160
Average SAT
27
Median ACT
32.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 45% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 46th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CT wage index 1.23). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at University of New Haven

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering$85,618$90,042-11%#237 of 258#253—
Mechanical Engineering$62,534$89,099-3%#210 of 318#303$27,000
Accounting and Related Services—$86,158+13%#162 of 796#340$20,636
Chemical Engineering—$85,269-13%#152 of 158#158$27,000
Civil Engineering$70,495$83,798-3%#137 of 233#223$27,000
Fire Protection$57,392$79,199-8%#13 of 19#15$24,156
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$59,086$73,231+8%#24 of 76#60$23,281
Chemistry—$72,013+11%#61 of 209#127$27,000
Biology$39,628$70,843+24%#93 of 841#231$27,000
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services$42,455$69,932+3%#6 of 15#9$27,000
Marketing—$63,564-8%#326 of 516#451$26,000
Security Science and Technology$40,889$63,360+10%#12 of 45#30$27,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections$36,455$60,656+10%#123 of 660#379$27,000
Non-Professional Legal Studies—$60,438-2%#26 of 39#30—
Communication and Media Studies$27,918$59,225+5%#193 of 660#359$27,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations$34,106$59,107-13%#827 of 1176#1056$26,811
Psychology$29,108$55,058+9%#250 of 1027#580$27,000
Interior Architecture—$52,854-12%#15 of 17#17—
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management$23,782$50,112+4%#18 of 43#31$27,000
Music$22,171$47,057+10%#89 of 268#157$27,000
English Language and Literature—$46,356-5%#367 of 576#484—
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology$29,767$45,115-8%#49 of 62#59$27,000
Fine and Studio Arts—$37,642-9%#307 of 423#373—
Design and Applied Arts$26,425$31,975-38%#294 of 299#295$27,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $367,943
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,976/mo — vs ~$1,433/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 06519 (5.5% cap, New Haven)

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🏆 Where University of New Haven Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥉
Law Enforcement Investigation and Interviewing
of 3 schools
#5
Computer Engineering, Other
of 5 schools
#5
Security and Loss Prevention Services
of 8 schools
#12
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other
of 15 schools
#25
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
of 34 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $44,100 $44,100
Room $12,900
Board $6,694
Total Cost (On-Campus) $69,604 $69,604

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
34%
Receive Pell Grants
92%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Statistics 444 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 285 grads/yr Forensic Science and Technology 251 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 249 grads/yr Computer Engineering, Other 163 grads/yr Computer Science 153 grads/yr Civil Engineering, General 136 grads/yr Law Enforcement Investigation and Interviewing 113 grads/yr Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other 104 grads/yr Psychology, General 98 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 86 grads/yr Financial Mathematics 75 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 65 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 59 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 51 grads/yr Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other 49 grads/yr Engineering/Industrial Management 47 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 40 grads/yr Security and Loss Prevention Services 39 grads/yr Chemistry, General 38 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of New Haven's top programs commonly pursue.

Data scientists
$113k/yr 245,900 jobs
Statisticians
$103k/yr 32,200 jobs
Business teachers, postsecondary
$97k/yr 103,100 jobs
Mathematical science teachers, postsecondary
$79k/yr 58,900 jobs
Survey researchers
$63k/yr 8,800 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs

Student Demographics

9,830
Total Students
53%
Women
88%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 36%
Hispanic 12%
Black 7%
Asian 3%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 37%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 46%
Hybrid (Some Online) 43%
Fully Online 10%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 88%
25-64 (Adult) 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of New Haven?
University of New Haven has an acceptance rate of 81%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of New Haven?
Tuition at University of New Haven is $44,100 for in-state students and $44,100 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at University of New Haven?
The graduation rate at University of New Haven is 59%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is University of New Haven a good school?
University of New Haven has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend University of New Haven?
University of New Haven has a total enrollment of 9,830 students. Most students (88%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology