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Quinnipiac University

In 1929, Quinnipiac, originally known as the Connecticut College of Commerce, was founded in New Haven as a small business college awarding associate degrees. Upon its name change in 1951 to Quinnipiac College, a name commemorating early Indian settlers around the New Haven harbor area, Quinnipiac began offering the bachelor's degree, In 1966, the College relocated to Hamden and expanded its offerings to master's degrees. In 2000, Quinnipiac College changed its name to Quinnipiac University.

The 200-acre campus is in a suburban setting 10 miles north of New Haven and 35 miles south of Hartford.

Fraternities, sororities and over 65 clubs and organizations are also on campus. Tours are available through the admissions office.

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Location	275 Mount Carmel Avenue Hamden Connecticut 06518
Phone	203-281-8600
Information	800-462-1944
Fax	203-281-8906
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