Campus Overview

University of Hartford is a mid-sized private university located in suburban West Hartford, Connecticut, offering a balanced academic environment with approximately 4,500 undergraduate students. The campus provides an intimate learning experience within close proximity to a vibrant metropolitan area.


Location & Setting Suburban campus situated in West Hartford, a comfortable residential community west of Hartford's downtown. The campus is just minutes from Connecticut's capital city, offering students a mix of campus tranquility and urban accessibility. Located in a safe, well-established neighborhood with easy access to local amenities.

Campus Life Moderate campus size creates opportunities for close community engagement. Residential campus with a blend of traditional dormitories and apartment-style housing. Moderate Greek life presence, with several active fraternity and sorority chapters. Weekend activities include campus events, local cultural opportunities in Hartford, and proximity to regional attractions.

Student Body Predominantly regional student population, with significant representation from Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York. Diverse student mix including international students, with strong representation of first-generation college students. Academic interests span arts, sciences, engineering, and performing arts.

Academics Known for strong programs in engineering, performing arts, and business. Offers over 100 undergraduate degree programs with emphasis on hands-on learning and professional preparation. Smaller class sizes facilitate personalized academic experiences and direct faculty interaction.

Athletics & Sports NCAA Division III athletics with competitive programs in multiple sports. Hawks athletic teams participate in the Commonwealth Coast Conference. Emphasis on student-athlete academic achievement and balanced collegiate experience. Strong athletic facilities support varsity and recreational sports participation.

Lifestyle & Weather Typical New England four-season climate with cold winters and mild summers. Campus is somewhat car-dependent, though local public transportation exists. Proximity to Hartford provides additional recreational and cultural opportunities. Nearby outdoor activities include hiking, skiing, and regional parks within driving distance.

Field Hockey (2025)

Level
D3 Unranked
Conference
Conference of New England

School

Type
Private
Classification
Doctoral/Professional
Common Majors:
Health Professions (19%)
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General (71%)
• Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions (22%)
• Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (7%)
Visual Arts (13%)
Music (32%)
Design and Applied Arts (25%)
• Film/Video and Photographic Arts (17%)
• Fine and Studio Arts (11%)
• Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management (6%)
• Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft (5%)
• Dance (4%)
Engineering (12%)
Mechanical Engineering (36%)
Civil Engineering (23%)
• Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering (17%)
• Biomedical/Medical Engineering (10%)
• Computer Engineering (7%)
• Engineering, Other (7%)
Liberal Arts (11%)
Business (10%)
Business Administration, Management and Operations (27%)
General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations (19%)
• Accounting and Related Services (19%)
• Finance and Financial Management Services (19%)
• Insurance (7%)
• Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods (6%)
• Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations (4%)

Student Body

Total
5,814
Undergrad
69%
Demographics
57% women
Student:Faculty
11:1

Programs of Interest

Environmental Science
Psychology (6.5%)
Biology (3.0%)
Sports Med / Kinesiology (18.9%)
French

Academics

Admission Rate
83%
SAT Median
1,190
SAT Range
1,100-1,280
ACT Median
28
Retention
79%
Graduation
58%

Costs

In-State
$47,647
Out-of-State
$47,647
Room & Board
$13,945
Avg Net Price
$29,558
Net price = average after financial aid

Weather

Winter
Moderate
HighLow
January37°20°
April60°40°
July85°66°
October64°44°
Oct/Apr = field hockey season

Location

Setting
City (City: Midsize)
Nearest City
New York, NY
Distance
101 miles

Coaching Staff

Name Position Contact Bio
Rhonwen Peters Head Field Hockey Coach View Bio
Owen Moore Assistant Field Hockey Coach View Bio
Anna Drakeley Volunteer Assistant Field Hockey Coach View Bio
Julia Chapell Team Manager View Bio
Abbie Bagnoli Team Manager View Bio
Azria Malloy Assistant Athletic Trainer

Roster Breakdown

21 players

Geographic Recruiting

In-State: 29% (6 players)
US Out-of-State: 71% (15 players)
Connecticut: 29% (6 players)
New Jersey: 24% (5 players)

Position Breakdown

Forward: 4 (19.0%)
Midfielder: 10 (47.6%)
Defender: 3 (14.3%)
Goalkeeper: 4 (19.0%)

Class Year Distribution

Freshman: 12 (57.1%)
Sophomore: 4 (19.0%)
Junior: 2 (9.5%)
Senior: 3 (14.3%)

Full Roster (21 players)

# Name Position Year Height Hometown High School
1 Ava Lipson F Fr. 5-7 Colchester, Vt. Colchester
3 Madi Sicotte D / M Jr. 5-3 Southington, Conn. Southington
4 Mikayla Mathews D / M Sr. 5-3 Pittsgrove, N.J. Arthur P. Schalick
5 Ava Passon F Fr. 5-2 Windsor, Conn. Windsor
6 Natalie Haluch D Fr. 5-4 Belchertown, Mass. Bechertown
7 Eva Nasse D Fr. 5-1 Wethersfield, Conn. Wethersfield
8 Lorelai Shippee D Fr. 5-3 Greenville, N.H. Mascenic Regional
11 Sara Costa M Sr. 5-3 Shrub Oak, N.Y. Lakeland
12 Carolyn Ducharme F / M Fr. 5-1 Suffield, Conn. Suffield
13 Catie Melchiorre F / M So. 5-5 Elmer, N.J. Arthur P. Schalick
15 Molly O'Donnell D / M Fr. 5-7 Holyoke, Mass. South Hadley
16 Bogi Lendvai M / F So. 5-4 Morris, Conn. Wamogo Regional
17 Jaylene Soto M Sr. 5-2 Bayville, N.J. Central Regional
18 Kyra Evans F Fr. 5-6 Topsham, Maine Mount Ararat
21 Lauren Santos M / F Jr. 5-5 Waterford, Conn. Waterford
22 Ashley Taylor F Fr. 5-3 South Deerfield, Mass. Frontier Regional
28 Kyra Benard F / M Fr. 5-7 Agawam, Mass. Agawam
47 Aubrey Paul G Fr. 5-3 Verona, N.J. Verona
56 Carolyn Somers G Fr. 5-4 Worcester, Mass. Worcester Technical
80 Nicole Ciampa G So. 5-3 Jefferson, N.J. Jefferson Township
88 Anna Faraldi G So. 5-3 Red Hook, N.Y. Red Hook