An education at Quinnipiac embodies the University's commitment to preparing graduates as enlightened global citizens equipped for the challenges and opportunities of 21st-century careers. A survey of recent graduates indicated that close to 98 percent were either employed, launching their own business or enrolled in graduate school within six months of graduation.
Quinnipiac, founded in 1929, is a private, co-educational, non-sectarian university located in a uniquely attractive New England setting in Hamden, Connecticut and nearby North Haven. Quinnipiac's mission is to provide an inclusive, supportive and stimulating environment for the intellectual and personal growth of its approximately 6800 undergraduate and 3000 graduate, law and medical students.
The university offers broad-based undergraduate programs together with graduate programs in selected professional fields. At the undergraduate level, through integrated liberal arts and professional curricula, programs in the Schools of Business, Communications, Computing and Engineering, Education, Health Sciences, Nursing, and the College of Arts and Sciences prepare students for career entry or advanced studies. Graduate programs are designed to provide professional qualifications for success in business, education, health professions, nursing, communications, social work, medicine, law and related fields.
Quinnipiac University (QU)
275 Mount Carmel Avenue
|
Hamden,
CT |
06518
01. What the School is Known For
From the School
Prominent Alumni
Mr. Devon Towes'17
Devon Toews is a Canadian professional ice hockey defenseman for the Colorado Avalanche of the National Hockey League. Toews was drafted 108th overall by the New York Islanders in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft. Toews won the Stanley Cup with the Avalanche in 2022.
Mr. David R. Rabinowitz '09
Writer, producer and Oscar-Winning Co-Writer of The BlackKkLansman. The film by visionary filmmaker Spike Lee, is based on the autobiographical book Black Klansman, and is a true story following an African-American detective who infiltrates and exposes the Ku Klux Klan in 1970s Colorado. NJ Native, David Rabinowitz co-wrote the screen play that won an Academy Award for Best Writing Adapted Screen Play, among many other awards and nominations.
Ms. Molly Qerim MS '08
Emmy Award Winner, Host of First Take ESPN and Philanthropist.
Ms. Carley N. Shimkus '09
Co-Host of Fox & Friends First for FOX News Channel
Mr. Joseph Tacopina JD '91
Top Rated White Collar Crimes Attorney in New York, NY. AV Preeminent peer-review rated,* the highest rating, through Martindale-Hubbell. He has also won several awards, including the National Italian American Bar Association’s Man of the Year recognition, the Man of the Year award from the New York State Commission for Social Justice and the Humanitarian of the Year award by The National Action Network.
Mr. William C. Weldon '71
William Weldon was Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Johnson & Johnson from 2002 until he stepped down in 2012. He also served as Vice Chairman from 2001 to 2002 and as Worldwide Chairman, Pharmaceuticals Group, from 1998 to 2001. Currently, he is a Director for Exxon Mobil Corporation and CVS Caremark. Weldon also serves as a member of the Board of Trustees for Quinnipiac University. He previously served as Chairman of the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA). In 2019, Weldon receieved a Horatio Alger Association Award given to esteemed leaders who have succeeded despite facing adversities, and who have remained committed to higher education and charitable endeavors throughout their lives.
The Honorable William D. Euille '72
William Darnell Bill Euille is an American politician who served as the mayor of Alexandria, Virginia from 2003 until 2016, serving as the first African-American in the city's history to hold that position.
Most Popular Places On Campus
Recreation and Wellness Center
Shake Well - Juice Bar
Starbucks
M & T Bank Arena
The Quad lawn
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Sleeping Giant State Park (adjacent to campus)
Eli's On Whitney Restaurant
Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana
Aunt Chilada's Restaurant
Wooster Street - New Haven, CT
02. Students
Gender
60% female40% male
Out of State
64% are out
of state36% are
in-state
of state36% are
in-state
Students
98% are
full time2% are
part time
full time2% are
part time
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
6,557
Foreign Countries Represented
52
Student Body Demographics
American Indian or Alaskan Native
0.12%
Asian
3.48%
Black
4.07%
Hispanic
12.13%
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
0.06%
White
73.94%
Two or more races
2.94%
Unknown
1.71%
International
1.55%
03. Admissions & Acceptance Rate
Admissions
From the School:
Applicants
23,935
Acceptance Rate
72%
Average HS GPA
3.60
Deadlines
Early Decision
November 1
Early Action
November 15
Regular
February 1
GPA Breakdown
Need to boost your grades? We can help.
Learn MoreSAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
580 - 660
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
570 - 660
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
1160 - 1230
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
24 - 29
What would you score on the digital SAT today?
Take an SAT Practice TestTesting Policies
Yes
Standardized testing policy for
use in admission:
use in admission:
Test Optional
Other Admission Factors Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Academic GPA
Non-Academic
Character / Personal Qualities
Level of applicant's interest
Selectivity
85/99
04. Academics
Student : Faculty
12 : 1
Total Faculty
1,121
Terminal Degree
691
Gender to Class Inforamtion
Women
662
Men
459
Minority
194
International
8
Class/Lab sizes
Most frequent class size
10-19
Most frequent lab/sub section size
10-19
Rating
Graduation Rates
University Degrees
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral
Doctoral/Professional
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
05. Campus Life
99/99
85/99
Undergraduates living on campus
68%
First-Year students living on campus
93%
Campus Environment
Suburban
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
06. Housing & Activities
Campus Housing Options
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
Special Needs Admissions
Director
Kate Palumbo
College Entrance Tests Required
Yes
Interview Required
No
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
145
Number of Honor Societies
18
Number of Social Sororities
13
Number of Religious Organizations
7
Join a fraternity
13%
Join a sorority
19%
07. Sports & Athletics
Athletic Division I
Participate in intramural sports
38%
Participate in intercollegiate sports
7%
Men's Sports (Bobcats)
Basketball
Cross Country
Lacrosse
Soccer
Tennis
Women's Sports (Bobcats)
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
08. Student Services
Military
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of New Haven
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Yale University
Sustainability
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Public GHG inventory plan
Yes
% Food Budget Spent On Sustainably Or Ethically Produced Food
10%
Green rating
86/99
Available Transportation Alternatives
Bicycle or Scooter Sharing
Car Sharing Or Carpooling
Program Designed To Incentivize The Use Of Public Transportation
CAMPUS SECURITY REPORT
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Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Fee for Network Use
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Description Special arrangements with Dell and Apple.
09. Mental Health
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Yes
Mental Health Website
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Available for all students;
Available for faculty & staff;
Available for faculty & staff;
Not Reported
Not Reported
Available for all students;
Available for faculty & staff;
Available for faculty & staff;
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Yes
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Yes
Details on offerings:
NAMI student organization, Peers serve as academic tutors, residence hall mentors, and listening lab leaders. However, there is no peer counseling program.
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Yes
A brief description of offerings:
Mental health first aid training for all RA's, offered to staff and QPR to develop a wellness committee for upcoming AY
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Services offered
Incoming transfer students
Services offered
Returning students
Services offered
Entering graduate students
Services offered
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/
well-being education for students
well-being education for students
No plans for such offerings
The institution offers non-credit mental health/
well-being education for students
well-being education for students
Yes, optional
Details of non-credit offering:
QPR and mental health first aid. In addition a mental health certificate is offered from the psychology department
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Yes
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
No
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Yes
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
12 months
10. Campus Visits
Campus Visits Contact
Office of Undergraduate Admissions 275 Mount Carmel Avenue Hamden, CT 06518
admissions@qu.edu
203-582-8600
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Select Saturday and Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
2035828600
Campus Tours
Appointment Required:
Yes
Dates:
Varies
Times:
Varies
Average Length:
1 hour
Visits
CLASS VISITS
Dates/Times Available
Varies
Arrangements
Bobcat for a Day, for admitted students only, Feb-April
FACULTY AND COACH VISITS
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Coach Directly
Advance Notice
3 weeks
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews:
Yes
Information Sessions:
Available
Times:
Select Saturdays and Sundays throughout the academic year
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Campus Tours
TYPES OF TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE TO CAMPUS
Shuttles/Uber/Lift
LOCAL ACCOMMODATIONS
Best Western (exit 12 off I-91) North Haven Residence Inn (exit 61/62 Merritt,Rt 15) Hamden Courtyard by Marriott (exit 15 off I-91) Wallingford Homewood Suites by Hilton (exit 15 off I-91) Wallingford Hilton Garden Inn (exit 15 off I-91) Wallingford Omni New Haven Hotel(exit 3 off I-91) New Haven
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11. Career Services & Jobs
Graduation Rates
Career Services
01 - Alumni Network
02 - Alumni Services
03 - Classes
04 - Interest Inventory
05 - Internships
06 - On Campus Interviews
07 - Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
01 - Experiential
02 - Internship
12. Majors
01 BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
- Biochemistry.
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
- Biomedical Sciences, General.
- Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology.
- Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology.
- Microbiology and Immunology.
02 BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
- Accounting.
- Business Administration and Management, General.
- Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies.
- Finance and Financial Management Services.
- Finance, General.
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General.
- International Business/Trade/Commerce.
- Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management.
- Management Information Systems, General.
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
- Organizational Leadership.
03 COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
- Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia.
- Journalism.
- Mass Communication/Media Studies.
- Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other
- Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication.
- Public Relations/Image Management.
04 COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance.
- Computer Science.
- Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst.
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design.
05 EDUCATION.
- Education, Other.
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General.
- Educational/Instructional Technology.
- Elementary Education and Teaching.
- Secondary Education and Teaching.
- Special Education and Teaching, General.
06 ENGINEERING.
- Civil Engineering, General.
- Computer Software Engineering.
- Engineering, General.
- Industrial Engineering.
- Mechanical Engineering.
07 ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
- English Language and Literature, General.
08 FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
- Spanish Language and Literature.
09 HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
- Adult Health Nurse/Nursing.
- Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions, Other.
- Athletic Training/Trainer.
- Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist.
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician.
- Family Practice Nurse/Nursing.
- Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other.
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other.
- Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology/Technician.
- Mammography Technician/Technology.
- Medical Scientist.
- Nursing Administration.
- Nursing Practice.
- Nursing Science (MS, PhD).
- Occupational Therapy/Therapist.
- Pathology/Pathologist Assistant.
- Perfusion Technology/Perfusionist.
- Physical Therapy/Therapist.
- Physician Assistant.
- Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing.
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer.
- Radiologist Assistant.
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
10 HISTORY.
- History, General.
11 HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.
12 LEGAL PROFESSIONS AND STUDIES.
- Legal Studies, General.
13 LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
14 MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
- Mathematics, General.
15 MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
- Gerontology.
- Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies.
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General.
- Science, Technology and Society.
- Sustainability Studies.
16 NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
- Environmental Science.
- Environmental Studies.
17 PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
- Philosophy.
18 PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
- Chemistry, General.
19 PSYCHOLOGY.
- Physiological Psychology/Psychobiology.
- Psychology, General.
20 PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
- Community Organization and Advocacy.
- Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other.
- Social Work.
21 SOCIAL SCIENCES.
- Economics, General.
- Political Science and Government, General.
- Sociology.
22 VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
- Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management, General.
- Cinematography and Film/Video Production.
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
- Game and Interactive Media Design.
- Graphic Design.
13. Tuition & Cost
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition (Private)
$54,780
Required Fees
$2,920
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,100
On-Campus Room and Board
$17,900
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Approximate Expenses per Year
$76,700
14. Financial Aid
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$33,142
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$32,009
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,319
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$33,892
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Scholarships and Grants Available
01 - College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
02 - Federal Pell
03 - Federal SEOG
04 - Private Scholarships
05 - State Scholarships/Grants
No-Need-Based
01 - Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Loans Available
01 - Direct PLUS Loans
02 - Federal Direct Subsidized Loans
03 - Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans
04 - State Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
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From the School
An education at Quinnipiac embodies the University's commitment to preparing graduates as enlightened global citizens equipped for the challenges and opportunities of 21st-century careers. A survey of recent graduates indicated that close to 98 percent were either employed, launching their own business or enrolled in graduate school within six months of graduation.
Quinnipiac, founded in 1929, is a private, co-educational, non-sectarian university located in a uniquely attractive New England setting in Hamden, Connecticut and nearby North Haven. Quinnipiac's mission is to provide an inclusive, supportive and stimulating environment for the intellectual and personal growth of its approximately 6800 undergraduate and 3000 graduate, law and medical students.
The university offers broad-based undergraduate programs together with graduate programs in selected professional fields. At the undergraduate level, through integrated liberal arts and professional curricula, programs in the Schools of Business, Communications, Computing and Engineering, Education, Health Sciences, Nursing, and the College of Arts and Sciences prepare students for career entry or advanced studies. Graduate programs are designed to provide professional qualifications for success in business, education, health professions, nursing, communications, social work, medicine, law and related fields.
Social Media
02. Rankings
Rankings and Lists
03. Admissions & Acceptance Rate
Admissions
From the School:
Applicants
23,935
Acceptance Rate
72%
Average HS GPA
3.60
Deadlines
Early Decision
November 1
Early Action
November 15
Regular
February 1
GPA Breakdown
Need to boost your grades? We can help.
Learn MoreSAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
580 - 660
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
570 - 660
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
1160 - 1230
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
24 - 29
What would you score on the digital SAT today?
Take an SAT Practice TestTesting Policies
Yes
Standardized testing policy for
use in admission:
use in admission:
Test Optional
Other Admission Factors Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Academic GPA
Non-Academic
Character / Personal Qualities
Level of applicant's interest
Selectivity
4. Cost, Tuition, Expenses
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition (Private)
$54,780
Required Fees
$2,920
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,100
On-Campus Room and Board
$17,900
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Approximate Expenses per Year
$76,700
Approximate Expenses per Year (In-State)
$21,920
Approximate Expenses per Year (Out-of-State)
$21,920
05. Academics
Student : Faculty
12 : 1
Total Faculty
1,121
Terminal Degree
691
Gender to Class Inforamtion
Women
662
Men
459
Minority
194
International
8
Class/Lab sizes
Most frequent class size
10-19
Most frequent lab/sub section size
10-19
Rating
Graduation Rates
University Degrees
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral
Doctoral/Professional
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Prominent Alumni
Mr. Devon Towes'17
Devon Toews is a Canadian professional ice hockey defenseman for the Colorado Avalanche of the National Hockey League. Toews was drafted 108th overall by the New York Islanders in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft. Toews won the Stanley Cup with the Avalanche in 2022.
Mr. David R. Rabinowitz '09
Writer, producer and Oscar-Winning Co-Writer of The BlackKkLansman. The film by visionary filmmaker Spike Lee, is based on the autobiographical book Black Klansman, and is a true story following an African-American detective who infiltrates and exposes the Ku Klux Klan in 1970s Colorado. NJ Native, David Rabinowitz co-wrote the screen play that won an Academy Award for Best Writing Adapted Screen Play, among many other awards and nominations.
Ms. Molly Qerim MS '08
Emmy Award Winner, Host of First Take ESPN and Philanthropist.
Ms. Carley N. Shimkus '09
Co-Host of Fox & Friends First for FOX News Channel
Mr. Joseph Tacopina JD '91
Top Rated White Collar Crimes Attorney in New York, NY. AV Preeminent peer-review rated,* the highest rating, through Martindale-Hubbell. He has also won several awards, including the National Italian American Bar Association’s Man of the Year recognition, the Man of the Year award from the New York State Commission for Social Justice and the Humanitarian of the Year award by The National Action Network.
Mr. William C. Weldon '71
William Weldon was Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Johnson & Johnson from 2002 until he stepped down in 2012. He also served as Vice Chairman from 2001 to 2002 and as Worldwide Chairman, Pharmaceuticals Group, from 1998 to 2001. Currently, he is a Director for Exxon Mobil Corporation and CVS Caremark. Weldon also serves as a member of the Board of Trustees for Quinnipiac University. He previously served as Chairman of the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA). In 2019, Weldon receieved a Horatio Alger Association Award given to esteemed leaders who have succeeded despite facing adversities, and who have remained committed to higher education and charitable endeavors throughout their lives.
The Honorable William D. Euille '72
William Darnell Bill Euille is an American politician who served as the mayor of Alexandria, Virginia from 2003 until 2016, serving as the first African-American in the city's history to hold that position.
06. Student Body
Gender
60% female40% male
Out of State
64% are out
of state36% are
in-state
of state36% are
in-state
Students
98% are
full time2% are
part time
full time2% are
part time
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
6,557
Foreign Countries Represented
52
Student Body Demographics
American Indian or Alaskan Native
0.12%
Asian
3.48%
Black
4.07%
Hispanic
12.13%
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
0.06%
White
73.94%
Two or more races
2.94%
Unknown
1.71%
International
1.55%
07. Mental Health
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Yes
Mental Health Website
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Available for all students;
Available for faculty & staff;
Available for faculty & staff;
Not Reported
Not Reported
Available for all students;
Available for faculty & staff;
Available for faculty & staff;
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Yes
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Yes
Details on offerings:
NAMI student organization, Peers serve as academic tutors, residence hall mentors, and listening lab leaders. However, there is no peer counseling program.
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Yes
A brief description of offerings:
Mental health first aid training for all RA's, offered to staff and QPR to develop a wellness committee for upcoming AY
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Services offered
Incoming transfer students
Services offered
Not Reported
Returning students
Services offered
Entering graduate students
Services offered
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/
well-being education for students
well-being education for students
No plans for such offerings
The institution offers non-credit mental health/
well-being education for students
well-being education for students
Yes, optional
Details of non-credit offering:
QPR and mental health first aid. In addition a mental health certificate is offered from the psychology department
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Yes
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
No
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Yes
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
12 months
08. Campus Life
99/99
85/99
Undergraduates living on campus
68%
First-Year students living on campus
93%
Campus Environment
Suburban
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
Most Popular Places On Campus
Recreation and Wellness Center
Shake Well - Juice Bar
Starbucks
M & T Bank Arena
The Quad lawn
Quinnipiac’s new South Quad will be completed in Summer 2025 and is home to a brand new 415-bed residence hall; a state-of-the-art academic building dedicated to science, innovation, technology and exploration; and a 79,000 sq ft new School of Business building.
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Sleeping Giant State Park (adjacent to campus)
Eli's On Whitney Restaurant
Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana
Aunt Chilada's Restaurant
Wooster Street - New Haven, CT
Guided tours offered Monday through Friday, and on select Saturdays. Self-guided Sunday tours also available.
9. Campus Visits
Campus Visits Contact
Office of Undergraduate Admissions 275 Mount Carmel Avenue Hamden, CT 06518
admissions@qu.edu
203-582-8600
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Select Saturday and Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
2035828600
Campus Tours
Appointment Required:
Yes
Dates:
Varies
Times:
Varies
Average Length:
1 hour
Visits
CLASS VISITS
Dates/Times Available
Varies
Arrangements
Bobcat for a Day, for admitted students only, Feb-April
FACULTY AND COACH VISITS
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Coach Directly
Advance Notice
3 weeks
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews:
Yes
Information Sessions:
Available
Times:
Select Saturdays and Sundays throughout the academic year
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Campus Tours
TYPES OF TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE TO CAMPUS
Shuttles/Uber/Lift
LOCAL ACCOMMODATIONS
Best Western (exit 12 off I-91) North Haven Residence Inn (exit 61/62 Merritt,Rt 15) Hamden Courtyard by Marriott (exit 15 off I-91) Wallingford Homewood Suites by Hilton (exit 15 off I-91) Wallingford Hilton Garden Inn (exit 15 off I-91) Wallingford Omni New Haven Hotel(exit 3 off I-91) New Haven
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10. Sports & Athletics
Athletic Division I
Participate in intramural sports
38%
Participate in intercollegiate sports
7%
Men's Sports (Bobcats)
Basketball
Cross Country
Lacrosse
Soccer
Tennis
Women's Sports (Bobcats)
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
11. Housing & Activities
Campus Housing Options
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
Special Needs Admissions
Director
Kate Palumbo
College Entrance Tests Required
Yes
Interview Required
No
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
145
Number of Honor Societies
18
Number of Social Sororities
13
Number of Religious Organizations
7
Join a fraternity
13%
Join a sorority
19%
12. Student Services
Military
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of New Haven
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Yale University
Sustainability
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Public GHG inventory plan
Yes
% Food Budget Spent On Sustainably Or Ethically Produced Food
10%
Green rating
86/99
Available Transportation Alternatives
Bicycle or Scooter Sharing
Car Sharing Or Carpooling
Program Designed To Incentivize The Use Of Public Transportation
CAMPUS SECURITY REPORT
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Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Fee for Network Use
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Description Special arrangements with Dell and Apple.
13. Financial Aid
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$33,142
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$32,009
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,319
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$33,892
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Scholarships and Grants Available
01 - College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
02 - Federal Pell
03 - Federal SEOG
04 - Private Scholarships
05 - State Scholarships/Grants
No-Need-Based
01 - Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Loans Available
01 - Direct PLUS Loans
02 - Federal Direct Subsidized Loans
03 - Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans
04 - State Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
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14. Career Services & Jobs
Graduation Rates
Career Services
01 - Alumni Network
02 - Alumni Services
03 - Classes
04 - Interest Inventory
05 - Internships
06 - On Campus Interviews
07 - Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
01 - Experiential
02 - Internship
15. Majors
01 BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
- Biochemistry.
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
- Biomedical Sciences, General.
- Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology.
- Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology.
- Microbiology and Immunology.
02 BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
- Accounting.
- Business Administration and Management, General.
- Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies.
- Finance and Financial Management Services.
- Finance, General.
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General.
- International Business/Trade/Commerce.
- Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management.
- Management Information Systems, General.
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
- Organizational Leadership.
03 COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
- Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia.
- Journalism.
- Mass Communication/Media Studies.
- Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other
- Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication.
- Public Relations/Image Management.
04 COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance.
- Computer Science.
- Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst.
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design.
05 EDUCATION.
- Education, Other.
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General.
- Educational/Instructional Technology.
- Elementary Education and Teaching.
- Secondary Education and Teaching.
- Special Education and Teaching, General.
06 ENGINEERING.
- Civil Engineering, General.
- Computer Software Engineering.
- Engineering, General.
- Industrial Engineering.
- Mechanical Engineering.
07 ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
- English Language and Literature, General.
08 FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
- Spanish Language and Literature.
09 HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
- Adult Health Nurse/Nursing.
- Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions, Other.
- Athletic Training/Trainer.
- Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist.
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician.
- Family Practice Nurse/Nursing.
- Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other.
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other.
- Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology/Technician.
- Mammography Technician/Technology.
- Medical Scientist.
- Nursing Administration.
- Nursing Practice.
- Nursing Science (MS, PhD).
- Occupational Therapy/Therapist.
- Pathology/Pathologist Assistant.
- Perfusion Technology/Perfusionist.
- Physical Therapy/Therapist.
- Physician Assistant.
- Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing.
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer.
- Radiologist Assistant.
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
10 HISTORY.
- History, General.
11 HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.
12 LEGAL PROFESSIONS AND STUDIES.
- Legal Studies, General.
13 LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
14 MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
- Mathematics, General.
15 MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
- Gerontology.
- Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies.
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General.
- Science, Technology and Society.
- Sustainability Studies.
16 NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
- Environmental Science.
- Environmental Studies.
17 PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
- Philosophy.
18 PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
- Chemistry, General.
19 PSYCHOLOGY.
- Physiological Psychology/Psychobiology.
- Psychology, General.
20 PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
- Community Organization and Advocacy.
- Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other.
- Social Work.
21 SOCIAL SCIENCES.
- Economics, General.
- Political Science and Government, General.
- Sociology.
22 VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
- Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management, General.
- Cinematography and Film/Video Production.
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
- Game and Interactive Media Design.
- Graphic Design.
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