Local Community

For nearly 100 years, Quinnipiac University has called New Haven County home. And with our 3 campuses located in the towns of Hamden and North Haven, we take our responsibility to be a good community member and neighbor seriously. We are committed to doing our part to enhance and enrich the quality of life for our students and the residents in our local communities through open communication, collaboration and positive action.

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Members of the Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine Class of 2026.

Quinnipiac Netter graduates positively impact Connecticut residencies Opens in a new tab or window.

Quinnipiac University's Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine graduates are serving as physicians in medical residencies across Connecticut. Over the next three or more years, they will provide vital public services across a broad clinical spectrum statewide. Just a few among an extraordinary cohort are Nicholas Carola, MD ’26, Olivia Kelly, MD ’26, and Elina Kurkurina, MD ’26.

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Camper and Sarah Springer '26, OTD '28, exchange high five during Camp No Limits

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Camp No Limits at Quinnipiac championed children, teens and adults with limb loss or limb differences from July 9 through July 12 by blending adaptive sports, fun games and memorable activities with life-skills programming and a deeply supportive community.

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Students and campers playing games at Camp No Limits

University to host overnight camp for children with limb loss or limb differences and their families Opens in a new tab or window.

Quinnipiac will host Camp No Limits, an overnight camp for children and adolescents with limb loss or limb differences and their families, July 9-12.

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A child navigates a vehicle built as part of Go Baby Go

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Dozens of Quinnipiac students, faculty and staff joined together to provide an unforgettable gift to four children and their families on May 30. Through the Go Baby Go initiative, children with developmental disabilities have the unique opportunity to explore the world with hand-crafted, motorized toy cars.

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Opportunities for High School Students

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Scholarships for Hamden and North Haven Students

Quinnipiac is proud to be part of the Hamden and North Haven communities, and this scholarship is an important investment in the future talent of local students. Select admitted students who are residents of the town of Hamden or North Haven may be offered this award during the admissions process, in place of other academic scholarships.

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Gaining College-Level Experience

Students have a number of opportunities available to explore topics of interest at the college level, build a portfolio of work within a field of interest and connect with Quinnipiac faculty, staff and other students. These include summer camps and taking courses for college credit through your high school. We'll also help you make a plan for college while you're still in high school.

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Recognized for Benefitting the Community

Carnegie Community Engagement Classification

The university is recognized for our ongoing initiatives to partner and collaborate with local communities by leveraging university knowledge and resources to contribute to the public good.

Age-Friendly University

We are committed to age-inclusivity, where members of every generation are acknowledged, respected and given the necessary resources to thrive—both individually and as a group.

Programs and Services

As champions of community service, our students volunteer throughout Connecticut, from assisting with Ronald McDonald House projects and raising money for charities to motivating school children in the region with Read Aloud days to beautifying neighborhoods. Our health professions students provide free clinics, our law students perform legal services and our accounting students help with tax preparation for residents in need. The university enriches the community with cultural opportunities, athletics and entertainment options that attract thousands annually.