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ACCEPTANCE RATE

63.92%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

13:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

12

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$16,740

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Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Sacred Heart University (SHU)

Mt Carmel Ave, Hamden, CT

SHU is a nonprofit private institution located in Fairfield, CT and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Over 6,200 students enroll at Sacred Heart University per year.

Students can choose from a few areas of study, including:

  • Education
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Psychology
  • Health And Clinical Professions

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Roughly 60 percent of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 20 percent of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $36,000 annually, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's net price calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Housing may be available for students that would like to live on-campus for around a cost of $10,000 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements.

The SHU "Pioneers" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Fencing (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Field Hockey (NCAA Division I-AA)

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please take a look at the school's website at www.sacredheart.edu.

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give an overview of the students SHU accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits

Student Enrollment

Total enrollment at Sacred Heart University is around 9,000 students, with undergraduate students making up about 67% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

  • Annual tuition is estimated to range between $43,000-$51,000 for both in-state and out-of-state students
  • Part time students pay in the range of $630 to $750 per unit

Financial Aid Details

The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.

 Percent of StudentsAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid100%-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships98%$16,243
Receiving Student Loans65%$10,327
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Sacred Heart University may offer services including:

  • Distance learning
  • Classes offered on nights and weekends
  • Counseling assistance
  • Work study style employment
  • Assisting students to find work

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

  • English Language Program
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
  • Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
  • Occupational Therapy (OT) Program
  • Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program

Intercollegiate Athletics

Sacred Heart University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Northeast Conference)
  • Basketball (Northeast Conference)
  • Track and Field (Northeast Conference)
  • Fencing
  • Field Hockey
  • Football (Northeast Conference)
  • Golf
  • Ice Hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Rowing
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling
  • Other Sports
  • Bowling
  • Equestrian
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Programs Offered

The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

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  • English Language and Literature

  • Mathematics and Statistics

  • Public Administration and Social Services

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