INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS

Fairfield, Connecticut USA

SHU’s Great River Golf

Kotomi Mizutani BA Art & Design ‘17/MBA

Big Red

Sacred Heart’s West Campus

Nursing Classroom at Center for Healthcare Education

SHU has programs in Computer Science, IT,

Computer Engineering, Game Design, and

Cybersecurity

Undergraduate Commencement 2019

Jack Welch College of Business & Technology

Sophomore Residence Hall

Chapel of the Holy Spirit

32 Division I Men’s and Women’s Athletic Teams

SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS

UNDERGRADUATECollege of Arts and Sciences

Art & Design - General Art for Education - Graphic Design - Illustration - Studio Arts

Biochemistry*Biology*Chemistry*Coastal and Marine Science*Communication Studies - Advertising Media/Public Relations - Sports Media

Criminal JusticeDigital CommunicationEnglish - Literature

- Writing

Global StudiesHistoryInterdisciplinary StudiesMathematics*Media Arts - Film & Television - Journalism - Performing Arts

Molecular & Cellular BiologyNeuroscience*PhilosophyPolitical SciencePsychologySocial WorkSociologySpanishTheatre Arts - Acting - Musical Theatre

Theology and Religious StudiesUndecided - Arts and Science

College of Health ProfessionsExercise ScienceHealth Science - Community Health - Global Health - Healthcare Administration

College of Business & TechnologyAccounting and Info. Systems Business EconomicsComputer Engineering*Computer Science*Cybersecurity*Electrical Engineering*Fashion Marketing & MerchandisingFinanceGame Design & Development Hospitality, Tourism & Resort ManagementInformation Technology*Management - Business - Global Business Management - HR Management - Small Business Management & Entrepreneurship

Marketing - Digital Marketing - Fashion Marketing &Merchandising

Sport ManagementUndecided – Business

College of Nursing

Nursing

Dual Degree ProgramsEngineering*(3+2 with Columbia University & Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute) - Applied Mathematics - Applied Physics - Biomedical Engineering - Chemical Engineering - Electrical Engineering - Engineering Mechanics - Industrial Management Engineering - Materials Science - Mechanical Engineering

Law 3+3 Bachelors/J.D. Program with Seton Hall Univ. Law SchoolPharmacy 3+3 Bachelors/Pharm.D. with Univ. of Saint Joseph

GRADUATE(Available to students with an F-1 visa)

College of Business and TechnologyDoctorate in Business Administration (DBA) - FinanceMBA - (USA & Luxembourg) - Accounting - Business Analytics - Digital Marketing - Finance - Healthcare - Management - Marketing

MS Business Analytics* MS Computer Science/IT*MS Cybersecurity*MS Digital Marketing*MS Finance and Investment

Management*MS Human Resource Management

College of Arts and SciencesMA Broadcast Journalism

& Media Production*MS Chemistry*MA Criminal JusticeMaster of Public AdministrationMFA - Fine Arts, Film & TelevisionMA Film and TV ProductionMS Industrial/Org. PsychologyMA Sports CommunicationMA Strategic Communication

& Public RelationsMaster of Social Work

College of Health ProfessionsDoctor of Physical TherapyMS Athletic TrainingMS Exercise Science & NutritionMS Healthcare Informatics*Master of Public Health

*STEM certified – Students eligible for 36 months of OPT after graduation IN RED

• Application: Common Application (www.commonapp.org) or SHU online application (https://apply2.sacredheart.edu/apply)

• High School Transcripts » FOR UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE CREDIT TRANSFER: Course-by-course

academic credential report. See: http://www.naces.org/members.html

• English language proficiency examination (See English Proficiency Requirements below)

• SAT or ACT test scores - OPTIONAL

• Personal statement• Two letters of recommendation• Passport photo page copy

• Agent/Educational Consultant Release Form for Sacred Heart University

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

UNDERGRADUATE

• Application (https://apply2.sacredheart.edu/apply)

• Course-by-course academic credential report such as WES, ECE, FIS, or any of the credential evaluation services approved by NACES. A GPA of 3.0/4.0 is desired. For a complete list see: http://www.naces.org/members.html

• English language proficiency examination (See English Proficiency Requirements below)

• FOR BUSINESS PROGRAMS ONLY - GMAT or GRE exam (exam waiver is available on a case-by-case basis)

• Professional résumé (CV)

• Personal statement• Two letters of recommendation• Passport photo page copy

• Agent/Educational Consultant Release Form for Sacred Heart University

For complete application instructions: www.sacredheart.edu/usaSee graduate program specific requirements on page 5

GRADUATE

y TOEFL: 80

y IELTS: 6.5 (Computer Science, IT, Chemistry, Healthcare

Informatics may consider IELTS 6.0)

y SHU ESL Exam: 90% (must be approved by SHU)

y PTE: 62

y iTEP: 5

y Cambridge Advanced English: 58

y Completion of English Langauge Programs such as: ELS

112, EF Level C1, Talk Level 7, UCSD 109, YUELI

y EIKEN: pre-1

y GTEC: 1200

y Duolingo English Test: 110

y Provisional Acceptance may be granted for students

who do not meet the minimum ESL level. Students must

complete a minimum 8-week ESL course at Sacred Heart

University’s English Language Institute (or other ESL school)

prior to starting their academic program. (See page 7)

The following minimum scores are accepted:

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Graduate Programs Start Term(s)**

IELTS/ TOEFL

GRE/ GMAT

Credencial Evaluation Needed

Application Deadline Approximate Tuition Estimated Length of

Full-Time Program

Doctor of Business Administration in Finance Fall 6.5/80 Waiver Yes May 31 $11,300 per trimester,

9 trimesters 3 Years/48 credits

MA Broadcast Journalism & Media Production* Fall, Spring 6.5/80 No Yes Rolling $1000/credit 1 Year/36 credits

MA Strategic Comm. & Corp. PR Fall, Spring 7.0/87 No Yes Rolling $1000/credit 1 Year/36 credits

MA Sports Communication Fall, Spring 6.5/80 No Yes Rolling $1000/credit 1 Year/36 credits

MA Criminal Justice Fall, Spring, Late Spring 6.5/80 No Yes Rolling $915/credit 1.5-2 Years/33 credits

MA Film & Television Production Fall 6.5/80 No Yes June 30 $1000/credit 1 Year/36 credits

MFA - Fine Arts, Film & Television Fall 6.5/80 No Yes June 30 $8,500/trimester 2 Years/60 credits

MBA - Business Administration Fall, Spring, Late Spring 6.5/80 Waiver Yes Rolling $965/credit 12-15 Months/

36 credits

Master of Public Administration Fall 6.5/80 No Yes Rolling $900/credit 1 Year/36 credits

Master of Public Health Fall 6.5/80 No YesMarch 1 (priority

deadline)$12,360/semesters 2 Years/4 semesters

MS Athletic Training Fall 6.5/80 No Yes February 1 $11,250/semesters 2 Years/4 semesters

MS Business Analytics* Fall, Spring, Late Spring 6.5/80 No Yes Rolling $965/credit 12-15 Months/

36 credits

MS Chemistry* Fall, Spring 6.0/80 No Waiver Rolling $925/credits 2 Years/34 credits

MS Computer Science/IT* Fall, Spring, Late Spring 6.0/80 No Waiver Rolling $925/credit 12-15 Months/

36 credits

MS Cybersecurity* Fall, Spring, Late Spring 6.5/80 No Waiver Rolling $925/credit 12-15 Months/

30-36 credits

MS Digital Marketing* Fall, Spring, Late Spring 6.5/80 Waiver Waiver Rolling $965/credit 12-15 Months/

36 credits

MS Exercise Science & Nutrition Fall, Spring 6.5/80 No Yes

Rolling, priority

deadline Feb. 1

$9,950/semester 2 Years/4 semesters

MS Finance and Investment Management* Fall, Spring 6.0/80 Waiver Waiver Rolling $1,250/credit 12-15 Months/

33 credits

MS Healthcare Informatics* Fall, Spring, Late Spring 6.0/80 No Waiver Rolling $7,500/trimesters 15 Months/4 trimesters

MS Human Resource Management Fall 6.5/80 No Yes June 30 $965/credit 12-15 Months/

36 credits

MS Occupational Therapy Fall 6.5/80 No Yes December 15 $12,950/trimesters 2 Years/6 trimesters

Master of Social Work Fall 7.0/93 No Yes January 15 $11,925/semesters 2 Years/4 semesters

Undergraduate Programs Start Term(s) IELTS/ TOEFL

SAT/ ACT

Credential Evaluation Needed

Application Deadline Approximate Tuition Estimated Length

Undergraduate programs (approximately 80+ majors/

minors available)Fall, Spring 6.5/80 Optional

Only required for transferred

credits

Rolling; Early Action Dec 15; preferred by

Feb 15

$42,800/year scholarships up to $17,500 per year

4 Years/120 credits (up to 90 credits can transfer

from other universities)

English Language Institute Start Term(s) IELTS/

TOEFL Tests Calendar Application Deadline Approximate Tuition Estimated Length

English as a Second Language (ESL)

August October January March May

None None 8-week sessions Rolling $2,600/8-week session

8 weeks to 1.5 years depending on English

proficiency

* STEM certified - Students eligible for up to 36 months OPT after graduation.** Fall: August Spring: January Late Spring: April Waiver: A waiver of this requirement may be given on a case-by-case basis. 5

Sacred Heart University is located in Fairfield, Connecticut, one of the most economically vibrant regions in the United States. Internships and job opportunities are available in Connecticut as well as nearby in New York City, Boston, Philadelphia and other major cities.

At SHU, you will find:• One-on-one professional development coaching including workshops for resume writing,

interviewing, and job search, career panel discussions, networking events, and on-campus job fairs• Close access to Fortune 500 companies (25 in Connecticut, 73 in New York City)• Access to 300,000+ employers in Handshake, SHU’s career management platform• A top 10 ranking for graduate starting salaries in Connecticut by SmartAsset• iHub – SHU has partnered with telecom company Verizon to open our new entrepreneur’s

incubator and co-working space at West Campus.

SHU graduates are now employed at companies as:

CAREER OUTCOMES AT SHU

ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE& SUMMER PROGRAMS

The mission of the Sacred Heart English Language Institute (ELI) is to provide high-quality instruction in English as a Second Language (ESL) and immersion into US culture to all students who are non-native English speakers. Helping them achieve their personal, academic, and professional goals, while recognizing and addressing the students’ individualized educational needs and cultural backgrounds.

ESL: INTENSIVE ENGLISH PROGRAM

SUMMER INSTITUTE FOR GLOBAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (SIGBM)

MEDIA PRODUCTION/MEDIA LITERACY SUMMER INSTITUTE (MPML)

(For students currently enrolled in any university)

The four-week MPML is a dynamic hands-on program designed for students interested in careers in the ever-changing 21st century communications and media industries.

• Dates: 4 week program, starts in July each year• Week 1: Capturing the Image• Week 2: Digital Storytelling• Week 3: The Television Studio• Week 4: Broadcast Production• Credits: Students are eligible to receive

3 academic credits upon enrollent in a related SHU Graduate Program.

• Fees: estimated $4,000 fee including instruction materials, room, field trips and meals.

(For students currently enrolled in any university)

The four-week summer SIGBM program provides a practical framework for effective global business management. Topics include: Business and Financial Analysis; Strategic planning; Global financial markets; Leadership; Working Effectively in Teams; Critical Thinking and Decision Making; and other business topics.

• Dates: 4 week program, starts in July each year• Credits: Students receive 3 transfer credits and

GMAT waiver when applying to SHU business graduate programs.

• Fees: estimated $4,000 fee including instruction materials, room, field trips and meals.

• Fully accredited by the Commission on English Language Accreditation (CEA)

• 8-week sessions, 5 start terms throughout the year. New sessions begin:

– August – October – January – March – May

• $2,600 per 8-week session.• 6 levels available, students take a placement test,

and are placed in courses that are relative to their proficiency level.

• Full-time students complete 20 hours of class time per week.

• Courses run Monday-Thursday from 9am-3pm. • Courses include:

– Writing – Listening & Speaking – Grammar – Reading

• Cultural outings each session• Conversation Partners• Customizable group programs available

Contact - English Language Institute

ESL@sacredheart.eduwww.sacredheart.edu/academics/englishasasecondlanguage/

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PHILADELPHIA 2.5 HOURS

WASHINGTON, D.C. 5 HOURS

Boston

MASSACHUSETTS

CONNECTICUT

NEW YORK

RHODEISLAND

ProvidenceSACRED HEART

BOSTON240 km to

NEW YORK CITY88 km to

JFK

LaGuardia

Newark

BY CAR OR TRAIN

Hartford

SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY AT A GLANCE

INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONSSacred Heart University

5151 Park Ave | Fairfield, CT 06825intl@sacredheart.edu

sacredheart.edu/usa

@sacredheartuniversity

@shuinternational

+1 203-371-7880

Founded in 1963, Sacred Heart University is a Catholic, private, co-educational, residential four-year liberal arts institution granting bachelor’s, master’s degrees, and doctorate degrees. SHU is the first lay-led Catholic university in the United States and the second-largest Catholic University in New England.

TO APPLY:Undergraduate @ www.commonapp.orgor SHU online application @ https://apply2.sacredheart.edu/applyGraduate @ https://apply2.sacredheart.edu/apply

QUESTIONS?

Cori NeversExecutive Director ofInternational Admissionsneversc@sacredheart.edu+1(203)767-0386

Suzanne CordatosDirector of International Admissions (Undergraduate)cordatoss@sacredheart.edu+1(860)205-2013

Francesca DeRisoDirector of International Admissions (Undergraduate)derisof@sacredheart.edu+1(475)225-0750

Keith GallinelliDirector of International Admissions (Graduate)gallinellik@sacredheart.edu+1(203)257-6304

STATISTICS• 9000+ Undergraduate and

Graduate Students• 300 International Students (graduate and undergraduate)• 40 countries represented• 13:1 Students Faculty Ratio• 22 Average Class Size• 100% courses taught by professors

• Academic scholarships available• Participation grants are available

for band, choir, theatre and dance• Athletic NCAA Division I athletic

scholarships available

UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS

CONTACT:

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