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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
West Haven, CT

University of New Haven

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in CT. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$45,730

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

80.5%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

60.5%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$60,126

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of New Haven is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in West Haven, CT. With a competitive tuition profile of $45,730, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 60.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing560 – 640
20025th–75th percentile800
Math530 – 620
20025th–75th percentile800
Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$182,920

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

6.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$30,126

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$118,340

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$419,600

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of New Haven is $27,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
57.7%
42.3%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
53.7%
Hispanic
20.7%
Black
10.8%
Unknown
4.4%
Two or more
3.6%
International
3.4%
Asian
3.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

8

Burglary

2

Theft

3

Assault

1

Robbery

1

Rape

1

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$45,730

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$28,133
$30k - $48k$29,345
$48k - $75k$32,749
$75k+$35,868

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$27,000
Pell Grant Recipients27.4%
Using Federal Loans80.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment69.7%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$27,556
Pell Grant Recipients28.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

77.2%

Success

60.5%

In-State Cost

$45,730

Age 25+ Students

6.8%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

590 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
West Haven (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
West Haven (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.