Academic Programs
Making a difference in a changing world
Hartford International University Interreligious and Peace Studies programs are devoted to deepening humanity’s understanding of different faiths and how we can thrive together. Combining proven methods for embracing differences and dealing with conflict with our interfaith approach to theological education, HIU students graduate with the knowledge and ability to make a real impact in today’s diverse world.
Degrees and Graduate Certificates
Our graduate degree programs are the training ground for interreligious peacebuilders and changemakers across the globe.
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From the issues covered in classes, the dialogue between peers, and the speakers who share their experiences, Hartford is where we engage our hearts and minds.
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Hartford International University offers flexible online courses to fit your schedule whether you live across the globe or are looking to take courses as a working professional.
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Whether you’re seeking an academic or professional degree, personal spiritual growth, or leadership development and practical skills, our Admissions Team is here to guide you through your application process.
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Explore the Hartford International academic catalogue for more information about our mission, faculty, accreditation, and more.
Learn More »Ecological Programs and Initiatives
Search here for options that center your interreligious studies journey in the love of Earth.
Learn More »From the Blog
Building Interfaith Communities
Closest to Heaven: Six Years of Interfaith Life at 72 Sherman
For six years, my wife Virginia and I — along with our dog Paisley — lived in our apartment on the third floor of a house on Sherman Street, one of three separate apartments in... The post Closest to Heaven: Six Years of Interfaith Life at 72 Sherman first appeared on Religion & Peace.
Religious Pluralism & Religion in the Modern World
What Yiddish’s Resurgence Means for a New Generation of Jews and the Chaplains Who Serve Them
Many young American Jews are turning to Yiddish to connect with their heritage, build community, and explore identity on their own terms. Explore what university chaplains can learn from this cultural resurgence. The post What Yiddish’s Resurgence Means for a New Generation of Jews and the Chaplains Who Serve Them first appeared on Religion & Peace.
Equitable Justice & International Peacebuilding
Islands of Sanity: Building a Community of Peace at HIU
In a time of uncertainty, fear, division, and institutional breakdown, perhaps the most important question for a leader is not, "What should I do?" The post Islands of Sanity: Building a Community of Peace at HIU first appeared on Religion & Peace.
Student News
Peacebuilding Students Gain Firsthand Insight into Mediation at Pakistan's Embassy
October 8, 2026
On Thursday, October 1, students from the Master of Arts in International Peacebuilding (MAP) program visited the Embassy of Pakistan in Washington, D.C., for a firsthand look at how diplomacy and mediation work in practice.
General HIU News
D.Min. Students Build Community at Annual In-Person Retreat
September 23, 2026
Students in the Doctor of Ministry program came to campus for the annual in-person retreat, which brings together first- and second-year cohorts for intentional learning, reflection, and relationship-building.
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