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Private 4 Year

Sacred Heart University

Fairfield, Connecticut

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Overview

Enrollment

9,785
Sacred Heart University overview
Location Fairfield, Connecticut
Online sacredheart.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Large Suburban
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Sacred Heart University overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Located in Fairfield, Connecticut, Sacred Heart University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs.   The school has a religious affiliation with the Roman Catholic faith. In the most recent statistical year 12,663 prospective students applied, and 8,373 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 1,842 enrolled in the school.  7,451 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,334 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $44,960 plus fees of $270.

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Admission Standards

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Sacred Heart University overview
GPA 3.55

Applications Accepted

66.1% 
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Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Low
Application Fee $50

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$44,960
Costs for Sacred Heart University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,200
Other Fees$270
Room and Board $16,868
Budget for Other Expenses$2,650
Total One Year Cost$65,948

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$59,700 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

68% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Sacred Heart University students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 36%
Health Professions 18%
Psychology 13%
Communication 6%
Social Sciences 6%

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=130253 IPEDS survey data for Sacred Heart University.

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