Overview

Quinnipiac University has existed in some form since 1929, although it was officially given its current name in 2000 to reflect the growing breadth of academic programs offered by the institution. A private university based in Hamden, Connecticut, it is one of the leading institutions in the US for academic quality and employability.

　　The university has three campuses – the Mount Carmel and York Hill campuses based in Hamden, and the North Haven Campus situated just north of New Haven. There are 8 professional schools and one college that operate across these campuses, with a hugely diverse selection of undergraduate and graduate degrees available.

　　Quinnipiac is a prestigious university – of the almost 20,000 applicants for the Class of 2024, fewer than 2,000 students were enrolled between first-years and transfers. Despite the high competition, international students are not only welcomed but encouraged to apply, with 2.2 per cent of the student body coming from overseas.

　　The university offers exceptional teaching facilities across state-of-the-art labs and studios, and also invests heavily in other aspects of student life. Students can take up a new sport (and potentially represent the university's teams), enjoy comfortable and contemporary housing, and socialize with friends in various locations including over 30 dining venues.

　　Student support and safety are paramount to the university. As well as free counselling and medical services, the Learning Commons service helps students to achieve academic success through tailored support and peer mentoring. Students at Quinnipiac benefit from incredible facilities, expert tuition, as well as a modern and personal approach to academic support.

　　With an outstanding 97.4 per cent of graduates in employment or advanced education within 6 months of graduation, and over 96 per cent in employment 10 years after completing studies, students who choose Quinnipiac are setting themselves up for success both in the short- and long-term.

　　

What's new

Quinnipiac University is an institution that refuses to stand still. It is constantly upgrading and evolving to ensure that students always get the best education possible, utilizing cutting-edge educational methods, facilities and research.

　　As such, there is always something exciting happening. One of the newest developments at the university is the recognition provided by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education, granting a STARS Bronze rating to the university for its sustainability achievements. These include upgrades to the People's United Center – one of the university's athletics facilities which is now much more energy-efficient.

　　Individual schools and colleges often receive revamped or brand-new facilities too. In April 2022 the School of Communications opened a brand new, state-of-the-art open-air studio including advanced technology. These are just minor examples of the ongoing commitment the university has to providing the best equipment and learning spaces to its students, for now and for the future.

　　

Teaching quality

Private universities offer students the chance to learn from some of the best experts in a field, in a setting which is designed to maximize potential. Class sizes are kept small, so that students benefit from a tailored education with more support from the faculty, giving students the best chance of learning the skills and information they need to be successful.

　　Students won't just learn in the classroom – there are plentiful opportunities to take an education in new directions with experiential learning, either through internships, studying abroad or by working alongside leading researchers and professionals at the university's centers and institutes.

　　The quality of the education offered has helped Quinnipiac to receive recognition on a national and global stage. It is regularly listed among the top colleges in the United States by organizations including the US News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal, Forbes and The Princeton Review.

　　

Department structure

Quinnipiac University is made up of one college and eight professional schools:

　　

College of Art and Sciences

With 56 undergraduate programs available across subjects such as Psychology, Game Design, Economics, Biology and Chemistry.

　　

School of Business

Students can choose from 27 undergraduate programs including International Business, Accounting, Human Resource Management and more.

　　

School of Communications

This focused school offers 11 undergraduate programs including majors in Advertising, Communications, Journalism, Graphic Design and PR.

　　

School of Computing and Engineering

8 undergraduate programs are offered by this school including Computer Science and various branches of Engineering: Civil, Industrial, Mechanical and Software.

　　

School of Education

This school offers dual-degree programs in Elementary or Secondary education, along with various graduate programs.

　　

School of Health Sciences

Students can choose from 10 undergraduate programs including various medical specialties as well as Athletic Training and Nutrition.

　　

School of Law

This school offers specific JD programs either full- or part-time, with optional concentrations including Family Law, Health Law, International Law and more.

　　

Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine

This school specializes in an MD program helping to train the next generation of physicians.

　　

School of Nursing

Major and minor programs in Nursing are offered by this school.

　　

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for study at Quinnipiac University are varied, with many factors considered. International students must submit an online application and include all secondary school, college and university transcripts, along with a personal statement that details both recent academic work and future goals, along with two letters of recommendation.

　　Alongside this, students can choose to submit coursework undertaken at a foreign university for academic credit, and can also submit any SAT or ACT exam scores if they wish to, although many programs at the university are considered ''test optional''.

　　As well as providing evidence of academic achievements, international students must ensure they submit their certification of finances to prove their ability to fund their course, and also share their evidence of completion of English proficiency tests, as all courses are taught in English.

　　Students can find full details of the admission requirements, including which English proficiency tests are accepted and minimum grades, at the university's website.

　　

Scholarships & funding

As a leading private university, the fees at Quinnipiac are higher than students would encounter if choosing a public university, although the more rigorous admissions policy and exceptional standards of teaching ensure that these fees still offer outstanding value for the quality of education and faculty-to-student ratio provided.

　　Undergraduate tuition fees for 2022-23 are USD 49,170 for first-year students, with additional charges for student fees and technology fees. Room and board is further USD 15,950 while there are also estimated costs for books, personal expenditure and transportation – in all, the estimated cost of attending is USD 70,540 for the year.

　　However, 93 per cent of students are eligible for financial aid to help reduce these costs, in the form of scholarships, grants and loans, and for the outstanding fees remaining students can arrange payment plans with the university. The average amount awarded to students for scholarships and grants is over USD 25,000.

　　

Facilities

Students attending Quinnipiac University will be exceptionally happy with the standard of facilities offered across the three campuses. They befit a private university, helping students to not only achieve outstanding success but also enjoy their whole student life experience.

　　The experience begins with housing for any students choosing to live on campus. The university offers excellent residential accommodation that is regularly upgraded and renovated ensuring it continues to provide the same high standards of living year-on-year.

　　Students also need a place to eat – and there are 31 unique food stations across the three campuses to ensure that all students are not only catered for but also have plenty of variety, no matter their dietary needs.

　　Each campus has its own recreational and fitness facilities that students are able to make use of, with fitness classes also available for students who wish to stay fit with the support of others. Students who wish to take their sporting talents to the next level can try out for the university's sports teams.

　　Among the varied and exceptional facilities specific to each course program, helping students to learn in environments that prepare them for the working world, students also have access to libraries that not only provide the resources needed, but also friendly expert librarians who can support any research queries.