Harry J. Hartley (born 1938) was an American educator and academic administrator who served as the 12th President of the University of Connecticut (1990–1996). Prior to his presidency, Hartley had served twice as UConn's acting president (July 1987; July – December 1990), vice president for finance and administration (1975–1978; 1984–1987), and dean of the UConn School of Education (1972–1975).