University of New Haven

It is moderately difficult to get into University of New Haven. The university admitted 91% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 11,199 applications received in 2023, 10,218 students were offered admission.

If you are thinking about applying to University of New Haven, the fee for the application costs $50.

Students who apply to University of New Haven for the fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than September 1.

University of New Haven Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of New Haven's admissions stats.

University of New Haven 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	25%
Mean SAT Score	1155
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	34%
Waitlist	Yes

University of New Haven Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of New Haven.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Yes	December 1	December 15
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	December 1	December 15

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Considering Applying Early to University of New Haven?

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University of New Haven offers early decision and also offers early action. Early decision is binding, which means you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.

🗓️ Early Decision I applications are due by December 1 EDI applicants should receive a decision by December 15.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is December 1. University of New Haven will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 15.

The early decision acceptance rate at University of New Haven is 92%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 91%. In 2022, University of New Haven admitted 67 of the 73 students who applied early decision.

Some students apply early in hopes that it will help their chances of being offering admission. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of acceptance, since it is a way to show that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ Discover a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of New Haven Admissions

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Transferring to University of New Haven

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of New Haven

University of New Haven has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of New Haven?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at University of New Haven

What does University of New Haven consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered

Make sure to check with University of New Haven for more information on admission factors.

University of New Haven 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of New Haven, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with University of New Haven's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	√	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of New Haven?

Students admitted to University of New Haven have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 1% submitted a class rank. At University of New Haven 25% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 38% were in the top 25% and 63% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of New Haven, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	14%
3.75 and 3.99	20%
3.50 and 3.74	23%
3.25 and 3.49	12%
3.00 and 3.24	14%
2.50 and 2.9	16%
2.00 and 2.49	1%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of New Haven directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of New Haven is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 34% of University of New Haven's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of New Haven?

To be competitive with other University of New Haven applicants, you should strive to earn between 1090 and 1260 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of New Haven 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1260 and 25% of scored lower than 1090, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a University of New Haven student is 1155.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of New Haven students scored 630 or higher and 75% of students scored 550 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of New Haven students scored 640 or higher, and 75% scored a 550 or higher.

More Information on Transferring to University of New Haven

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of New Haven. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of New Haven during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of New Haven Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of New Haven?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of New Haven.

Does University of New Haven accept transfer credits?

✅ University of New Haven accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of New Haven accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Do I have to submit test scores to University of New Haven?

❌ No, University of New Haven is test optional, so you can choose whether to submit your standardized test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you may want to send them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is University of New Haven's acceptance rate?

✅ University of New Haven's acceptance rate is 91%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of New Haven?

✅ University of New Haven's early decision acceptance rate was 92% in 2021.

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