University of Saint Joseph

1678 Asylum Avenue - West Hartford, CT 06117
  • Region: New England
  • Campus Setting: Suburban
  • Size: Small

Founded in 1932 by the Sisters of Mercy of Connecticut, the University of Saint Joseph is an accredited educational institution focused on preparing you for a successful future, both in your career and in your contribution to society as a whole. With small class sizes and a variety of available courses and degrees, an education at the University of Saint Joseph can challenge you to reach your full potential.

At USJ, we are more than a professional education institution for men and women: we are a tight-knit community that seeks to develop every aspect of what makes someone successful. When you graduate, you will not only have the benefit of a first-class education, but you will have a strong sense of personal integrity, the desire and need to serve others, and ethical values that are second to none.

About University of Saint Joseph

At the University of Saint Joseph, you will explore and expand your potential in a welcoming community that offers personal attention and challenging academic programs to individuals who want to succeed and make a difference in society.

Mission Statement

The University of Saint Joseph, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in the Catholic tradition, provides a rigorous liberal arts and professional education for a diverse student population in an inclusive environment that encourages strong ethical values, personal integrity, and a sense of responsibility to the needs of society.