Acceptance Rate
72%
Avg. SAT
1320
75th percentile
“Quinnipiac combines hands-on health sciences training with its influential national polling institute on a wooded suburban campus.”
Hamden, CT
Location
Large Suburb
Campus Setting
Quinnipiac University traces its roots to 1929, when it opened as a business school for women in a New Haven mansion before expanding into a coeducational institution with campuses in Hamden. Today, it draws students who prioritize practical skills and career preparation over abstract theory, especially those eyeing fields like physical therapy or journalism. The school fosters a supportive, goal-driven atmosphere where undergraduates connect early with internships and alumni networks. Nestled in Hamden, a leafy suburb ten minutes from New Haven, you'll enjoy green spaces and quick access to Yale's cultural scene or New York City by train, though Connecticut's high cost of living and long snowy winters demand planning ahead.
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Academics
Student-Faculty Ratio
Programs Offered
Full-Time Faculty
Women Faculty
Research Spending
Available Online
Degree Levels Offered
Quinnipiac shines in professional programs such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, communications, and business, where students tackle real-world projects from day one. You'll sit in seminars with faculty who bring in guest professionals or analyze data from the university's own polling institute, which tracks national opinions on politics and sports. Research opportunities abound for motivated undergrads, particularly in health sciences labs simulating clinical settings. That said, popular health tracks fill quickly after freshman year, so high achievers with strong science grades fare best, while introductory classes in a mid-sized university often pack dozens into lecture halls.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
6,557 undergrad • 2,867 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
71%
Black / African American
5%
Hispanic / Latino
11%
Asian
5%
Other / Multi-racial
9%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Hamden, CT
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
Campus life revolves around the close-knit residential vibe on two hilltop sites, where most undergrads live in suite-style dorms and bond over club sports, fitness centers, or the bustling student union. Weekends mix house parties, Greek events, and trips to New Haven's restaurants or NYC concerts, with the Bobcats mascot hyping up hockey and lacrosse games. Traditions include community service days and polling release watch parties that draw media attention. The suburban setting keeps things quieter than urban schools, but you'll need a car or rideshare for off-campus fun, and winter chill limits outdoor hangs from December to March.
Housing
On-Campus Housing
Housing Capacity
Meal Plan Available
Average Room & Board
Athletics
Athletic Association
Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference
ROTC & Veteran Support
Army
Yes
Navy
No
Air Force
Yes
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Credit for military training
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Recognized student veteran organization
Yes
Cost & Aid
In-State Tuition
Out-of-State Tuition
Room & Board
Estimated Cost
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Aid
Receiving Pell Grants
Average Grant
Average Federal Loan
Net Annual Cost by Household Income
Household Income
Avg. Net Cost
$0 – $30K
$30,052
$30K – $48K
$30,318
$48K – $75K
$31,882
$75K – $110K
$36,101
$110K+
$40,018
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
89%
4 Years Graduation Rate
78%
6 Years Graduation Rate
81%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$83,759
89% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at Quinnipiac University and return in the fall. 78% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 81% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
78%
4-6 years
3%
Non-grad
19%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$49,170
Acceptance
72%
Undergrads
6,557
4-Year Grad Rate
78%
Endowment
$120M
Hamden, CT 06518
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