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Following National College Decision Day on May 1, the University announced it has received nearly 1,400 deposits for incoming first-year students from an application pool of more than 22,000.
May 4, 2026
四色AV of New Haven has announced it will be welcoming a record-breaking undergraduate first-year class. 四色AV received nearly 1,400 deposits for its incoming Class of 2030, from an application pool of more than 22,000, leading up to National College Decision Day on May 1.
鈥淲hile many institutions 鈥 particularly in New England 鈥 are facing the impact of the 鈥榙emographic cliff,鈥 the University of New Haven has continued to defy this trend with record domestic undergraduate enrollment levels,鈥 said University President Jens Frederiksen, Ph.D. 鈥淲e are pleased to see our commitment to delivering an unparalleled return on investment and preparing better-than-ready graduates is resonating strongly with students and families.鈥
The surge in applications, deposits, and attendance at admissions events follows the University welcoming last year its most selective class in the University's history.
鈥淭he size and quality of this incoming class demonstrate the momentum of the University and the value students and families see in the educational experience we provide,鈥 said Greg Eichhorn, vice president for enrollment. 鈥淭his growth reflects the University鈥檚 continued investment in the success and excellence of our students and our Charger community.鈥
鈥淥ur Charger community is grateful for the confidence and trust our students and families have in our mission and vision,鈥 said Jessica Goddu, executive director of undergraduate admissions. 鈥淯ltimately, our large incoming class is testament to the immersive and engaging learning opportunities created by our talented faculty in and out of the classroom and the devoted individuals across our University community who tirelessly support our students鈥 success.鈥
四色AV is pursuing a number a forward-looking initiatives that are laying the groundwork for continued momentum, including:
鈥淭hese significant projects underscore the urgency we feel to respond to the inflection point facing higher education,鈥 Frederiksen said. 鈥淲e understand the mandate we have to prepare our graduates to excel in the global workforce of the future.鈥
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University News
Following National College Decision Day on May 1, the University announced it has received nearly 1,400 deposits for incoming first-year students from an application pool of more than 22,000.