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About Sacred Heart University

catholic faith based missionhealth sciences focusdoctoral level programsbusiness and nursing strengths

Sacred Heart University is a private university in Fairfield, CT, known for its catholic faith based mission, health sciences focus, and doctoral level programs. With an acceptance rate of 66%, Sacred Heart University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,775 students each year. Sacred Heart University is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. Sacred Heart University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $20,067 per year; the sticker price of $65,948 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Sacred Heart University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

66%
Overall Accept Rate

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Sacred Heart University

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Essay Strategy
Sacred Heart has invested heavily in its Jack Welch College of Business and its health sciences programs, so if you are applying to one of those areas, name the specific program and reference faculty research or facilities that match your goals in your essays.
Demonstrated Interest
Sacred Heart tracks campus visits and interactions, so schedule a tour at the Fairfield campus or attend one of their open house events to put your name on their radar before you apply.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Sacred Heart University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$66k/yr$38.7k
30k-48k~$66k/yr$40.5k
48k-75k~$66k/yr$41.6k
75k-110k~$66k/yr$46.3k
110k+~$66k/yr$48.2k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

75%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$64k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
6,841
Undergrad Enrollment
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