Fairfield, CT | sacredheart.edu

Sacred Heart University, rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, embraces a vision for social justice and educates students in mind, body and spirit to prepare them personally and professionally to make a difference in the global community. Life at SHU is exactly what you want it to be. It’s lively when you’re in the mood for energy and camaraderie, and relaxing when you need to unwind. And there is always something to do, whether it’s cheering on our many Division I sports teams, giving your time and talent to a service project, or just hanging out with fun, interesting people at a social event. Our class sizes are small enough that you can know your professors and ask questions easily. Our Center for Career and Professional Development has a variety of resources to help you land that perfect internship and possible job upon graduation.

Representatives

Kim Parrett
She/Her/Hers
Director of Regional Admissions
(203) 610-9500 parrettk@sacredheart.edu

Details

Institution Type
Private 

Campus Setting
Suburban

Closest Airport (Distance)
HPN (50 mi)

Enrollment (Undergrad / Total)
6,400 / 10,000

Average Class Size
23

Student-to-Faculty Ratio
14:1

Student Population
(Out of State / Diverse / Intl)
No Answer

Athletics Division
Division I

Athletics League
NEC

Average ACT / SAT
27 / 1160

Average GPA
3.6

GPA Consideration (W or UW)
Admission: Weighted
Scholarships: Weighted

Applications / Admits (Admit Rate)
No Answer / No Answer (65%)

Deposits
No Answer

Applications Accepted
Common App

Application Information

Test Optional? Yes

Demonstrated Interest? Yes

Rolling Admission? No

Admission Interview? Optional

Need-blind Admission? Yes

WUE Tuition Exchange? No

CA Specific Scholarships? Yes

Freshman App Deadlines
Early Decision Dec 1
Early Action I: Dec 15
Early Action II: Jan 15
Regular Decision: Feb 15

Transfer App Deadline
No Answer

Merit-Based Scholarship Consideration is Evaluated From
The Admission Application

Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Freshmen
No Answer

Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Transfers
No Answer

Link to Scholarship Info
sacredheart.edu/admissions—aid/financial-assisstance/full-time-undergraduates/scholarships—grants/university-scholarships—grants

Points of Pride

1. Ranked #1 for Nursing in CT, our graduate programs in PT, OT, AT ranked in top 5 in New England.

2. Ranked top in the country for Community Service, Theatre program, and Happiest Students. Also a top 10 fastest growing Catholic Colleges in America and New England’s #1 hidden gem.

3. SHU has two campuses abroad, located in Dingle, Ireland, and Luxembourg. Students can also choose between 30 plus countries to get the abroad experience while studying at SHU.