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Sacred Heart University is a private, co-educational, Catholic university located in suburban Fairfield, Connecticut. It was founded in 1963 by the Rev. Walter W. Curtis, the Bishop of the Diocese of Bridgeport. The university's campus stretches over more than 60 acres of suburban land.
The schools and colleges under SHU include the following:
The university's sports teams are known as the Pioneers. The official mascot of SHU's sports teams is Big Red the Pioneer. Men's teams at SHU participate in baseball, basketball, cross country, fencing, football, golf, ice hockey, lacrosse, soccer, tennis, track & field, volleyball and wrestling. Women take part in basketball, bowling, cross country, equestrian, fencing, field hockey, golf, ice hockey, lacrosse, rowing, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track & field and volleyball. The University also has a cheerleader squad.
Sacred Heart University is located in a large suburb, in Fairfield, CT. The school is officially a Roman Catholic school. Sacred Heart University is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at the school top out at the Doctoral degree.
Students at Sacred Heart University often study education and teaching and therapy and counseling.
The admissions department at the school does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 481 to 579 in 2007-2008. A quarter of students admitted in 2007-2008 scored 587 or higher on the math SAT.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors. By paying its faculty better than most schools, Sacred Heart University tries to attract and retain a high quality teaching staff.
The school offers classes to 5,801 students (5,197 full-time equivalent).
Many students live in housing on or near campus. Students sports include formal participation in Northeast Conference competitions.
More complete details are provided below.
Sacred Heart University
5151 Park Ave
Fairfield, CT 06825-1000
General Phone: (203) 371-7999
http://www.sacredheart.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 403 | education, elementary/middle school admin, reading teaching |
| Business and Management | 340 | business management, finance, accounting, business and related services, accounting technology |
| Therapy and Counseling | 163 | psychology, physical therapy |
| Liberal Arts | 127 | political science, English, history, general studies, sociology, Spanish language, economics |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 87 | athletic trainer, occupational therapy, rehabilitation |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 62 | registered nursing, nursing administration, nurse practitioner, various nursing |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 49 | criminal justice and safety, criminal justice and administration |
| Media | 42 | communication studies, communication and journalism |
| Science | 39 | biology, chemistry |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 38 | computer and info science |
| Art Studies | 19 | art studies |
| Religion and Philosophy | 13 | religion, philosophy, religious education, religious studies |
| Family and Social Work | 13 | social work |
| Mathematics | 12 | mathematics |
| Law | 3 | legal professions, legal assistant |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 3 | environmental studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Sacred Heart University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 852 | 27 |
| Master's degree | 442 | 13 |
| Post-master's certificate | 73 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 25 | 4 |
| Doctor's degree | 21 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Sacred Heart University had a total enrollment of 5,801 students (5,197 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 39% |
| Women | 61% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 67% |
| Graduate | 33% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 86% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 29% |
| 20-21 | 26% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New York | 39% |
| Connecticut | 26% |
| New Jersey | 12% |
| Massachusetts | 12% |
| Rhode Island | 2% |
| New Hampshire | 2% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 77 % |
Sacred Heart University offers campus housing for 2,370 of its 5,197 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Fairfield, Connecticut for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Connecticut Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 7,532 | 4,662 | 62% | 956 | 21% |
| Men | 3,042 | 1,778 | 58% | 376 | 21% |
| Women | 4,490 | 2,884 | 64% | 580 | 20% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 481 | 579 |
| SAT Math | 491 | 587 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 97% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 28,990 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 28,990 |
| Room and board | $ 11,330 |
| Room charge | $ 8,582 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,748 |
| Books and supplies | $ 700 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,700 |
Financial Aid:
Sacred Heart University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 140300)
Sacred Heart University has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 9 | $70,942 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 4 | $101,287 | 13 | $73,680 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 17 | $100,892 | 10 | $96,240 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 36 | $78,783 | 30 | $74,037 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 39 | $64,993 | 31 | $61,749 |
| Instructor | academic year | 10 | $49,408 | 18 | $52,333 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 1 | * | 3 | $55,167 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 103 | $74,040 | 92 | $67,448 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Northeast Conference |
| Basketball | Northeast Conference |
| Baseball | Northeast Conference |
| Track | Northeast Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 37 | 39 | 76 |
| Track | 3 | 4 | 7 |
| Basketball | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Football | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Baseball | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| All Other Sports | 24 | 32 | 56 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Finance, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship
Reading Teacher Education
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LAW
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Legal Professions and Studies, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Family Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD)
Nursing, Other
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Religion/Religious Studies, Other
Religious Education
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Sacred Heart University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% |  |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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