University of New Haven
West Haven, Connecticut · Private
University of New Haven admitted 81% of 13,498 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1090–1260 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 59% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
University of New Haven’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early decision
- December 1, 2026
- Early action
- December 15, 2026
- Early action II
- February 15, 2027
- Regular decision
- July 26, 2027
The application fee is $50, and University of New Haven accepts the Common App fee waiver. University of New Haven asks for the Common App personal essay.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check University of New Haven’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $69,604 a year. After grants, students paid $34,201 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is University of New Haven’s acceptance rate?
University of New Haven admitted 81% of applicants: 10,872 of 13,498 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is University of New Haven’s early decision deadline?
For 2026–27, early decision is due December 1, 2026, early action is due December 15, 2026, early action II is due February 15, 2027, and regular decision is due July 26, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for University of New Haven?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1090 to 1260, with a median around 1190. A score at or above 1190 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is University of New Haven’s application fee?
The application fee is $50 for 2026–27, and University of New Haven accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does University of New Haven require?
Besides the application and transcript, University of New Haven asks for the Common App personal essay.
Does University of New Haven have supplemental essays?
No. University of New Haven has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.
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