Awards and Affiliations
University of New Haven Elevated to U.S. News & World Report's "2027 Best National Universities"
For the first time, U.S. News has placed the University of New Haven in its National Universities category, elevating the university from the North regional rankings in which it had been included for more than a decade. In the 2027 rankings, the University is ranked No. 276 among 425 colleges and universities in the national category. This places the University of New Haven among the top 10 percent of all degree-granting institutions across the U.S., demonstrating its continued rise across the national higher education landscape.
Recognized by The Princeton Review Among "The Best 392 Colleges" in the Nation
In the University's profile in The Princeton Review's "The Best 392 Colleges: 2027 Edition," students say people here are "very welcoming, always open to helping one another and supportive of people who want to learn more" and are "caring and considerate."
It is the 11th year in a row The Princeton Review has included the University in its annual ratings of the nation's top colleges and universities, which are based this year on survey results from over 172,000 students across the country.
University of New Haven Named a Best College in the U.S. by Colleges of Distinction
The University of New Haven was listed among the Best Colleges in the U.S. for 2026-2027 by Colleges of Distinction, a national online higher education guide that assesses colleges for its engaged students, great teaching, and vibrant campus communities. It is the 16th consecutive year we've been recognized by Colleges of Distinction.
Colleges of Distinction says that it looks beyond rankings and test scores to find colleges that are the ideal places to learn, grow, and succeed.
G.I. Jobs Magazine - 2026-27 "Gold" Military Friendly® School
The University of New Haven has been ranked a 2026-2027 Military Friendly® School - Gold by G.I. Jobs Magazine as a top school for student veterans. Of the more than 1,800 schools that participated in the survey, the University was one of 223 schools to achieve Gold status. UNewHaven was also recognized as a 2026-2027 Military Spouse Friendly® School.
Their mission is to simplify the military transition experience using education and employment tools and resources to guide students to a successful career.
Military Times "Best for Vets" College Rankings
Recognized by Military Times in its 2025 Best for Vets college rankings, the University has nearly 300 students who are using veteran benefits, including veterans, dependents of veterans, and active service members. The bi-annual rankings will be released again in 2027.
Proud to be Members of the Prestigious NAC&U
In June 2015, University of New Haven announced it had accepted an invitation to join The New American Colleges and Universities (NACU). Founded in 1995, NACU is a national consortium of selective, small-to-mid-size (2,000-7,500 students) independent colleges and universities dedicated to the purposeful integration of liberal arts education, professional studies, and civic engagement. Member institutions are frequently cited as models for the intentional integration of teaching and learning, scholarship, and service.
The President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll
The President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll recognizes institutions of higher education that support exemplary community service programs and raises the visibility of best practices in campus-community partnerships. Annually, colleges and universities are highlighted for the role they play in solving community problems and placing more students on a lifelong path of civic engagement by recognizing institutions that achieve meaningful, measurable outcomes in the communities they serve.
Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Honor Roll
The University is one of 275 four-year colleges named to Phi Theta Kappa's Transfer Honor Roll, which recognizes how well institutions support transfer students from admission through graduation.
Additional Accreditations and Certifications
Specific colleges and programs at the University hold various forms of professional accreditation or certification, which can be seen via the link below.