Charger Community
The University of New Haven’s vibrant campus community offers something for everyone. Its college-town atmosphere creates a lively environment in which students and members of the community alike enjoy all the University has to offer. People have called it the best of both worlds – a small, intimate New England campus amidst the excitement of a historic Northeastern city.
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On Campus
We’re about more than just academics at the University of New Haven. Visit the vibrant campus, and you’ll find a remarkable campus community and an activity for every interest.
From the more than 150 student organizations to the thousands of campus events held each year to the University’s competitive Division II athletics program – featuring teams perennially competing for championships – there are a multitude of activities to help you immerse yourself in Charger Nation and to enable you to take part in the complete University of New Haven experience.
Just ask the students. In the University of New Haven’s profile in The 2018 Princeton Review, a student said, “It is absolutely impossible to be bored, because there is always something to do.” Another student said, “Every student is involved.”
The life you lead outside of the classroom is just as vital to your college experience as your coursework – and studies have proven it. Student life at the University of New Haven will help you take big steps in your career, explore your interests, have fun along the way, and develop friendships, that will last your entire life.
We strive to ensure that our dining services can provide the Charger community with meals that suit all dietary needs and expectations. To learn more about what offer and our campus locations, click here.
The arts are an important part of a University of New Haven education. Why? Because research shows that students exposed to the arts have higher GPAs. Explore the many opportunities to experience the arts on campus or in the surrounding community.
Even if you don’t live in one of our residence halls, there is so much for you to do outside of the classroom and in the surrounding communities that the University of New Haven will quickly become your second home. The Undergraduate Student Government Association and Graduate Student Council are available to advocate for you and to enrich your experience as a student. There is something for everyone. Take advantage of these co-curricular learning opportunities, and make sure you get the most out of your educational experience.
Off Campus
Situated on 82 acres atop a hill overlooking the New Haven skyline, with views of Long Island Sound, our residential campus is conveniently located a mile north of Interstate 95 between Boston (135 miles away) and New York City (75 miles away).
Our safe, secure campus community offers a wealth of world-class amenities, while, just outside our campus, West Haven – ranked as one of the safest college towns in the country by SafeWise – provides a true college-town feel, featuring parks, shops, recreational activities, and restaurants to explore. West Haven also boasts the longest coastline in Connecticut, putting you never more than steps away from some of the nicest beaches in the state.
Just 10 minutes away, New Haven is a thriving center for both industry and culture. With seven colleges and universities in the immediate area, it’s also a center for academic and technological innovation. Students and faculty come to New Haven from around the world to immerse themselves in this unparalleled intellectual environment.
Our campus isn’t the only place bustling with life. The University of New Haven is surrounded by a wide variety of adventures. Keep on reading to see what’s in store for our community.
“Connecticut offers such a dynamic blend of things to do. From beautiful beaches along the Connecticut coast to scenic green trails throughout the state. From some of the world’s most exciting casino resorts to some of New England’s most picturesque camping grounds. From challenging adventure parks to stimulating museums. They’re all so close to you — and all so close to each other.” – CTVisit.com
- New Haven Area Beaches
- Mystic Aquarium and Seaport
- Bishop’s Orchards
- Gillette Castle
- Xfinity Theater
Beyond the many on-campus food options, the cities of West Haven and New Haven are go-to locations for food lovers. In fact, Louis’ Lunch is the birthplace of the hamburger, and New Haven has been named among the best pizza towns in the country. There are more than 50 local restaurants and national chains within a three-mile radius of the campus, and some of them accept Charger Cash.
- Archie Moore’s
- Louis’ Lunch
- Stowe’s Seafood
- BAR Pizza
- Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana
“The natural beauty, culture, and history of New England attract and delight visitors from around the world… Fall is for viewing the colorful foliage; winter brings all manner of snow sports; spring is the time for urban fun, museums, and cultural attractions; and summer is for getting outdoors in the mountains, meadows, and beaches.” – VisitNewEngland.com
- The Appalachian Trail
- Newport Mansions
- The Empire State Building
- Lady Liberty
- The Hamptons