Sacred Heart University

Sacred Heart University requires at least 120 credits to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Sacred Heart University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Sacred Heart University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 73% of students who start college at Sacred Heart University graduate within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	√	–	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: Sacred Heart University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Are Required At Sacred Heart University?

Sacred Heart University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students are required to take a computer class to fufill the graduation requirements for Sacred Heart University.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	Yes

Reminder: Check with Sacred Heart University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Sacred Heart University

When choosing a major, Sacred Heart University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Sacred Heart University. Students must choose one of the majors offered by the college. Self-designed majors are not allowed. Sacred Heart University false.Sacred Heart University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may mean taking more courses, but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to grad school.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sacred Heart University

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Does Sacred Heart University Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

🟨 Check with Sacred Heart University directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does Sacred Heart University Have An Online Program?

✅ Sacred Heart University true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Sacred Heart University Offer Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Sacred Heart University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Sacred Heart University Have An Honors Program?

✅ Sacred Heart University true for highly-qualified applicants, but false. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Sacred Heart University.

Does Sacred Heart University Require Internships?

🟨 Sacred Heart University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About Sacred Heart University

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Sacred Heart University Library

The main library on campus is the Ryan Matura Library and there is one other library on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Sacred Heart University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Sacred Heart University offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering in partnership with Columbia University and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

•3+3 law program with Seton Hall University, pre-pharmacy with University of St. Joseph's

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Sacred Heart University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every university. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Sacred Heart University has an Army ROTC program and an Air Force ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Sacred Heart University include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

Keep Reading About Sacred Heart University

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