Overview Sacred Heart University is a Catholic liberal arts school with campuses in Stamford and Fairfield, Connecticut. A wide variety of programs are available for undergraduate, graduate, online and part-time adult students. Students can pursue Associate's, Bachelor's and Master's degrees on the campus, and can take advantage of the completely wireless campus. Students may take courses online as well. Compassion and service to others are both core ideas which are worked into every curriculum as well as to the various student organizations on campus.
Student Appeal
Students at Sacred Heart take classes in a Catholic environment while learning from top-rated faculty members. In addition to getting an excellent liberal arts education, students can take advantage of Sacred Heart's entirely wireless campus. Students surround themselves in a truly comprehensive education which allows them to study all facets of their major or area of interest.
Financial
Sacred Heart University is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
Programs Offered:
Associate Degrees
Associate in Arts - AccountingAssociate in Arts - Accounting The effective use of financial information is vital for decision makers in business, industry, banking, government, education, law and many related fields. Individuals with a strong background in accounting and finance are in great demand for positions such as financial analysts, estate planners, investment counselors, market researchers, auditors, comptrollers and accounting managers.
The Accounting program is designed to meet both the short- and long-term needs of students who enter the accounting profession. The program meets the needs of students who plan to start a career after graduation or who plan to continue their education on the graduate level. Emphasis Requirements (15 credits)
Associate in Arts - ChemistryAssociate in Arts - Chemistry The Chemistry Associate's program prepares students for the Bachelor's, as well as entry-level work. Students receive a general, broad-based curriculum that includes lab time and an introduction to organic and physical chemistry.
Associate in Arts - Criminal JusticeAssociate in Arts - Criminal Justice The Associate's in Criminal Justice includes a broad-based curriculum which provides students with a strong foundation to enter the Bachelor's program with. Topics include an introduction to the criminal justice system and theories of criminal justice.
Associate in Arts - Media StudiesAssociate in Arts - Media Studies The Associate's in Media Studies prepares students for more advanced work in the Bachelor’s program. Students take broad classes in video, film, print journalism, television, radio, and photography.
Associate in Arts - PsychologyAssociate in Arts - Psychology The Associate's in Psychology is a broad program which prepares students for more advanced studies in the Bachelor's program. Students have to complete the core program of language, literature and media studies as well as 15 credits in psychology.
Associate in Arts - SpanishAssociate in Arts - Spanish The Associate's program in Spanish is comprised of 18-20 credits, and is made up of a combination of intermediate, advanced and conversation classes. Students may pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Spanish.
Bachelor of Arts - Art & DesignBachelor of Arts - Art & Design The Bachelor's in Art & Design is a liberal based curriculum which offers students classes in graphic design, digital design, architecture and classical art training. Students are able to use some of the most advanced art programs available today.
Bachelor of Arts - Media StudiesBachelor of Arts - Media Studies Then Bachelor's in Media Studies provides students with a solid foundation in media an communication as well as the chance to study video, film, print journalism, television, radio, photography, and digital multimedia.
Bachelor of Arts - Social WorkBachelor of Arts - Social Work Students must complete 120 hours of course work to graduate with a Bachelor's in Social Work. This includes a core group of classes as well as a series of carefully selected elective classes from topics including literature, history, media studies and foreign languages.
Bachelor of Arts - SpanishBachelor of Arts - Spanish The Bachelor of Arts in Spanish builds upon the Associate's degree with more advanced classes in the language. Students must complete 33 credit hours including Advanced Spanish Composition and Grammar.
Bachelor of Science - AccountingBachelor of Science - Accounting In this program, undergraduate students learn about the effective use of financial information is vital for decision makers in business, industry, banking, government, education, law and many related fields.
Bachelor of Science - ChemistryBachelor of Science - Chemistry Students in this program must complete 38 credits, 20 credits in math and physics and 20 additional credits in related fields. This program provides students with the groundwork for the Master's program.
Bachelor of Science - Criminal JusticeBachelor of Science - Criminal Justice The major in Criminal Justice requires that students complete at least 36 major credits. The Criminal Justice program's foundation is a major core of 24 credits to provide the undergraduate with a deep understanding of criminal behavior and the entire criminal justice system.
Bachelor of Science - FinanceBachelor of Science - Finance This program provides students with the knowledge and analytical skills needed for entry-level work in the world of finance. Students take a wide variety of classes on courses including economics and business ethics.
RN to BSNRN to BSN Students pursuing an RN to BSN program receive comprehensive medical training to successfully advance in the medical profession.
*Students must possess proof of a license to practice nursing.
