Message from Admissions:

Talent and potential paired with spirited determination define the essence of a Hartt student. Whether as a performer of music, dance, or theatre, or as a student in the related fields of music education, composition, music history, music theory, production technology, or arts management, we invite you to consider The Hartt School. We will be delighted to discuss our programs with you.

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To schedule an information session with a member of Hartt's admission staff or for general inquiries, please contact:
(860) 768-4465 harttadm@hartford.edu

For questions regarding the undergraduate music (Bachelor of Music or Bachelor of Arts) application process or programs, please contact:
Lynn Johnson, Director, Hartt Admissions
(860) 768-4115 johnson@hartford.edu

For questions regarding the graduate music or Bachelor of Fine Arts application processes or programs, please contact:
Erin Arrison, Assistant Director, Hartt Admissions
(860) 768-4148 earrison@hartford.edu

Our pledge in Hartt admissions is to assist you with your admissions process by respecting your love for your art, your dedication and your enthusiasm. Our application and audition process is demanding, but the rewards are plentiful, as those who are a part of our incoming class are offered an extraordinary learning experience.Click below to read more about How to Apply to The Hartt School… The Hartt School participates in several outlets to give you a more thorough understanding of our school and the University of Hartford. These occasions allow prospective students to explore The Hartt School’s programs and performance opportunities. These outlets include University of Hartford Preview Days, regional college fairs and music educators conferences. Click below to see a full schedule of when The Hartt School may be in your area. The Hartt School offers several on-campus audition dates for all degree programs, as well as regional audition dates for our Theatre program. Click below to see this year’s dates.

The Hartt School offers undergraduate programs in music, dance, and theatre performance; music education, ballet pedagogy, music history, music theory;  and composition. Programs in music production and technology, music management, performing arts management, pre-cantorial studies and acoustics and music are also offered. At the graduate level, programs are offered in performance, instrumental and choral conducting, music education, music history, music theory, composition, Suzuki pedagogy, and liturgical music. Click below for a more in-depth discussion of our programs. The Hartt School provides students the opportunity for to earn their degree in an intimate setting. Each program includes set course work designed to prepare students to succeed in their chosen field. Click below to learn more about Hartt’s Undergraduate and Graduate degrees.