Schools NCAA Division I Quinnipiac University
NCAA Division I · 2025–26 Season

Quinnipiac University Hockey

Hamden, CT ·Private Nonprofit ·6,531 undergrads
Program Overview

Quinnipiac University fields a NCAA Division I hockey program in Hamden, CT. The 2025–26 roster carries 26 players, making it a mid-size program within its division.

What sets this roster apart is its international composition — 10 players from outside the United States, representing Slovakia, Canada. That kind of international reach is unusual for programs at this level and speaks to active recruiting or strong word-of-mouth in those markets.

Junior hockey–heavy roster

Over 88% of this roster came through junior hockey circuits. Players here have typically spent one or more seasons in competitive junior programs before choosing college hockey — a meaningful indicator of prior competitive experience.

Academic profile

With a 72.2% acceptance rate and average SAT of 1242, the academic bar is accessible for most student-athletes who want to play college hockey without sacrificing program quality.

School Profile

Quinnipiac University at a Glance

Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent cohort.

72.2%
Acceptance Rate
Broadly accessible
1,242
Average SAT Score
Combined reading + math
$72,215
Total Annual Cost
Tuition, room, board & fees
76%
4-Year Graduation Rate
Most recent cohort
$83,759
Median Earnings (10yr)
$65,744 at 6 years
$26,000
Median Graduate Debt
Among graduates who borrowed
$55,480
Tuition (Out-of-State)
16% of students receive Pell grants
6,531
Undergraduate Enrollment
Private Nonprofit institution
Earnings Rankings

Quinnipiac University Rankings by Major

62 majors ranked in the top 25 by median earnings (4-year, by major). Explore full rankings →

#2
Non-Professional Legal Studies
Men's NCAA D1
#2
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Men's NCAA D1
#2
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Women's NCAA D1
#2
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Men's NCAA D1
#3
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Men's NCAA D1
#3
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Women's NCAA D1
#3
Information Science/Studies
Men's NCAA D1
#3
Non-Professional Legal Studies
Men's ACHA
#3
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
Men's NCAA D1
#3
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
Women's NCAA D1
#3
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Men's NCAA D1
#3
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Women's NCAA D1
#3
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Men's NCAA D1
#3
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Women's NCAA D1
#3
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations
Men's ACHA
#3
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations
Men's NCAA D1
#3
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations
Women's NCAA D1
#3
Management Information Systems and Services
Women's NCAA D1
#4
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Men's ACHA
#5
Management Information Systems and Services
Men's NCAA D1
#6
Sociology
Men's NCAA D1
#6
Sociology
Women's NCAA D1
#6
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Men's ACHA
#6
Accounting and Related Services
Men's NCAA D1
#6
Accounting and Related Services
Women's NCAA D1
#6
International Business
Men's NCAA D1
#6
International Business
Women's NCAA D1
#7
Journalism
Women's NCAA D1
#8
Journalism
Men's NCAA D1
#8
Marketing
Women's NCAA D1
#9
Design and Applied Arts
Women's NCAA D1
#10
Design and Applied Arts
Men's NCAA D1
#10
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Men's ACHA
#11
Economics
Women's NCAA D1
#11
Marketing
Men's NCAA D1
#13
Communication and Media Studies
Men's NCAA D1
#13
Psychology, General
Men's NCAA D1
#13
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Women's NCAA D1
#13
Finance and Financial Management Services
Women's NCAA D1
#14
Communication and Media Studies
Women's NCAA D1
#14
Psychology, General
Women's NCAA D1
#14
Economics
Men's NCAA D1
#14
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
Men's ACHA
#15
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Men's ACHA
#16
Mechanical Engineering
Women's NCAA D1
#16
Biology, General
Women's NCAA D1
#17
Biology, General
Men's NCAA D1
#17
Political Science and Government
Men's NCAA D1
#17
Political Science and Government
Women's NCAA D1
#17
Sociology
Men's ACHA
#17
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Men's NCAA D1
#18
Information Science/Studies
Men's ACHA
#18
English Language and Literature, General
Men's NCAA D1
#18
Finance and Financial Management Services
Men's NCAA D1
#19
History
Women's NCAA D1
#20
Computer Science
Women's NCAA D1
#20
English Language and Literature, General
Women's NCAA D1
#22
History
Men's NCAA D1
#24
Mechanical Engineering
Men's NCAA D1
Roster Geography

Where Do Quinnipiac University Hockey Players Come From?

26 players · 15 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.

CT6 players
NY4 players
BC2 players
SK2 players
ON2 players
QC2 players
MA1 player
CA1 player
VT1 player
MI1 player
NJ1 player
NL1 player
CAN9 players
SVK1 player

Connecticut leads the pipeline with 6 players (23%), but the international component is notable: 10 players from Slovakia, Canada give this roster an unusually broad geographic reach.

Player Pedigree

Where Did These Players Play Before Quinnipiac University?

Prior league breakdown — a proxy for the competitive level players brought with them.

Junior hockey
23
88%
College transfer
3
12%
Junior hockey

23 players came through competitive junior programs. Junior hockey experience — even at Tier III — represents meaningful development beyond what high school hockey alone provides.

College transfers

3 players transferred from other college programs. The presence of college transfers often indicates a welcoming environment for players looking to change programs without giving up playing.

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Home Ice

Quinnipiac University Home Arena

Hamden, CT

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For Recruits

Is Quinnipiac University Hockey a Fit for You?

For players prioritizing ice time and program fit over academic selectivity, Quinnipiac University is accessible — with a 72.2% acceptance rate, the admissions process is rarely the obstacle. The NCAA program carries 26 players, offering genuine opportunities to make the roster and contribute from day one.