Sacred Heart University

Sacred Heart University, nestled in the charming town of Fairfield, Connecticut, is a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing academic excellence and ethical leadership. The university combines a rich liberal arts education with a strong sense of community service and social responsibility.

11,179

Students

67%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

6,960

Classification

University

Type

Private, Religious

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Website

sacredheart.edu

Founded in 1963, Sacred Heart University has grown to become a beacon of intellectual growth and innovation in the region. The university offers a diverse array of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs designed to prepare students for the rapidly changing global landscape. Emphasizing a holistic approach to education, Sacred Heart integrates rigorous academic programs with a supportive campus environment. With a deep-rooted commitment to service and character building, the university seeks to develop not only knowledgeable professionals but also compassionate, engaged citizens ready to make a positive impact on the world.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Sacred Heart University?

67% acceptance rate

Somewhat Selective

Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

1217

Testing

Test Blind

Average High School GPA

Unknown

Application Deadlines

Early Decision / Early Action?

Yes

The most important factors Sacred Heart University considers when admitting students are:

•Academic GPA
•Level of Applicant's Interest
•Rigor of Secondary School Record

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Financials

See what it costs to attend Sacred Heart University.

$ 70,010

Overall list price

$ 46,165

Average net price

$ 51,593

Merit Price™

Very Generous

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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Sacred Heart University?

Suburb

Campus Setting

Democrat

State vote for president

Active

Greek participation

Weather

Sunny days

Very Cloudy

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Sacred Heart University.

16:1

Student to faculty ratio

68%

4-year grad rate

75%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Sacred Heart University are:

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology
Research and Experimental Psychology, Other

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Demographics

Who attends Sacred Heart University?

47

States represented

33

Countries represented

No

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

11,179

Women

60%

Men

40%

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Housing

What's it like living at Sacred Heart University?

$17,520

Room & Board

0.3

Housing units / student

51

%

Students on campus

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FAQs

How much does Sacred Heart University cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $70,010 to attend Sacred Heart University.

How many people attend Sacred Heart University?

11,179 people attend Sacred Heart University. 6,960 are undergraduate students and 4,219 are graduate students.

Where is Sacred Heart University located?

Sacred Heart University is located in Fairfield, Connecticut. It is in a Suburb environment.

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