UConn Hartford

Heart of Connecticut’s Capital City

UConn Hartford stands at the intersection of academic excellence, urban engagement, and inclusive opportunity.

Our Commitment:

UConn Hartford is an anchor institution, embedded in downtown Hartford. The proximity to government, media, finance, nonprofits, and cultural institutions makes UConn Hartford ideally positioned for integrated academic and professional experiences. We are committed to providing accessible, high-quality undergraduate and graduate education within a dynamic urban environment. We offer students community engagement, diversity and social responsibility that empower all students to succeed.

Why Your Support Matters:

UConn Hartford serves a highly diverse, driven, and resilient student population. Despite their ambition, many students face challenges related to affordability, access to campus resources, and limited infrastructure such as housing, wellness services, and recreation.

1. 60% of students identify as BIPOC
2. 45% are first-generation college students
3. 46% receive Pell Grants
4. 90% currently commute to campus
5. Designated Minority Serving Institution
6. Hispanic Serving Institution (26%)
7. Strong AAPI representation (17%)

Areas to Support:

• UConn Hartford Scholarship Fund: provides direct financial support to students. Every dollar helps remove barriers to academic success.
• UConn Hartford Students First Fund: provides emergency support for unexpected hardships that can disrupt a student’s educational journey.
• UConn Hartford First Gen Fund: funding for students enrolled at UConn Hartford that are the first in their families to pursue a higher education
• UConn Hartford Husky Harvest Fund: helps students facing food insecurity at UConn Hartford
• UConn Hartford Residential Scholars Fund: To improve affordability for university sponsored housing for students enrolled at UConn Hartford

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The UConn Foundation (EIN 06-6070722) is an independent, not-for-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization that exists to support the educational, scientific, cultural, research, and recreational objectives of the University of Connecticut.