Saint Joseph College, a Roman Catholic comprehensive institution of higher education; an undergraduate women's college with a coeducational graduate program. It is located in West Hartford, Connecticut and was founded in 1932 by the Sisters of Mercy of Connecticut. Saint Joseph College is a comprehensive institution, founded in 1932 by the Sisters of Mercy. It offers degrees to undergraduate women and graduate degrees to women and men. The college offers various programs in the liberal arts including opportunities in healthcare areas and education. New programs that are now offered in business management, focus on women's entrepreneurship, social work with a Latino Community Practice certificate, and an interdisciplinary certificate in autism spectrum disorders. The College is competitive in eight NCAA Division III sports: basketball, cross-country, lacrosse, softball, soccer, swimming/diving, tennis, and volleyball. There are also eight club sports. The College has six residence halls. The two newest halls were completed in Fall 2008.