Strong graduate outcomes — known for health sciences
Sacred Heart University is a private institution in Fairfield with particular strength in health sciences and business.
A mid-sized campus of 6.9K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
75% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $75,059 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $45,459.
Established
1963
Motto
Inspiring Minds, Unleashing Hearts
Mascot
"Big Red" the Pioneer
Type
Private university
Conference
Division I of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division I
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68%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
6,904Students
16:1Student:Faculty
75%Grad Rate
$75,059Earnings 10yr
$45,459Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate67.7%
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$48,460
Room & Board$18,450
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$66,669
Average Net Price$45,459
Median Debt at Graduation$25,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$37,374
$30–48K$38,526
$48–75K$43,128
$75–110K$47,177
$110K+$47,318
Programs (107)
Student Body
Undergrads
6,904
Gender Split
64% / 36%
Women / Men
First Generation
23%
Pell Grant Recipients
15%
Race & Ethnicity
White 76%
Black 3%
Hispanic 13%
Asian 2%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate74.5%
Freshman Retention84.8%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$63,925
8 Years$71,006
10 Years$75,059
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$59,500
Men
$65,200
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