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SHU Admissions 2025: Application Deadline, Requirements & Costs

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Dark Clock Icon Last updated on 10 Sep '24, by Tasneem Hoda (Study Abroad Expert)

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International students must apply for Sacred Heart University admission 2025 by the deadline. Applicants check below the upcoming deadline of Sacred Heart:

  • Sacred Heart University deadline for undergraduate admission in early action I is Dec 01, 2024
  • SHU University admission deadline for graduate admission is Dec 22, 2024 (late spring term)

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Sacred Heart University Admission Process 2025

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Q:   Is GRE required for Sacred Heart University?

A: 

No the university dosn't ask for  GRE/ GMAT scores while applying to the graduate courses. However submitting GRE or GMAT score additionally depends on the individuals choice. As submitting these scores would add more value to your admission and have higher chances of getting in. The Sacred Heart University typically emphasizes fundemental requirements such as:

  1. LOR'S
  2. A strong GPA 
  3. Academic transcripts
  4. English language proficiency. 

Q:   How can I get admission in Sacred Heart University?

A: 

international students who wish to study at Sacred Heart University must meet the university admission requirements to study UG and PG programs. They must submit the application by the deadline to get admission to the university. Mentioned below is the list of documents that applicants must require to complete the application process:

  • Academic transcripts
  • IELTS/TOEFL score
  • ACT/SAT/GMAT/GRE score
  • LORs
  • SOP
  • CV/Resume

Sacred Heart University MBA Admission 2025

4 courses 12 - 24 months
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12.5L - 27.8L

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  • Accepting Exams: IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo
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Q:   Is Sacred Heart University good for an MBA?

A: 

Sacred Heart University offers high ranking business management programme to students at an affordable cost. International students can complete their first year of the MBA programme between INR 14 L and INR 30 L. Therefore, yes it is good to study MBA in the USA at SHU Fairfield.

Q:   What is the cost of studying MBA at Sacred Heart University?

A: 

The table below includes Sacred Heart University MBA fees for first-year:

Fees components

Amount (for 1 year)

Tuition & fees

INR 29,65,874

Insurance

INR 2,21,311

Transportation

INR 1,11,576

Mandatory Semester Fees

INR 32,620

Total approximate fees

INR 33,31,381

Also read: MBA Cost in the USA for Indian Students

Q:   How do I get admission to an MBA in Finance at Sacred Heart University?

A: 

International students must apply online through the official website to get admission to the Sacred Heart University MBA program. Applicants must meet the entry requirements and submit proof of English language proficiency to get admission. Mentioned below are the application process for MBA admission:

Step 1: Visit ‘sacredheart.edu/graduateinternational’ and create an account to start the application.

Step 2: Now, log in and start a new application.

Step 3: Submit your personal details and academic information.

Step 4: Provide your academic history and employment data.

Step 5: Submit letters of recommendation and other documents.

Step 6: Review and pay the SHU Fairfield application fee.

Also read: A Complete Guide on MBA in the USA for Indian Students

Sacred Heart University Application Process 2025

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Q:   What is the application fee of Sacred Heart University?

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Sacred Heart University application fees vary by application type for international students. Applicants can apply for UG and PG at the university and submit the application by paying the non-refundable application fee. Check below the application fee for UG and PG admission:

  • UG: USD 50 or INR 4,198.62 (Common App)
  • PG: USD 75 or INR 6,297.93

(USD 1 = INR 83.97)

Q:   What is the application deadline for international students at Sacred Heart University?

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Sacred Heart University deadline vary by applicationtype for international students. Mentioned below are the admission deadlines for undergraduate admission at the university:

Admission Decision

Application Deadline

Early decision I

Nov 15, 2024

Early action I

Dec 01, 2024

Early decision II

Jan 15, 2025

Early action II

Feb 01, 2025

Mentioned below are the admission deadlines for graduate admission at the university:

Admission Term

Application Deadline

Spring (January start)

Oct 15, 2024

Late Spring (March start)

Dec 22, 2024

Fall (August start)

Jun 15, 2025

Q:   How many days it will take to get admission in Sacred Heart University?

A: 

Early decision results are declared by mid-December, while early action results are declared within two to three weeks. Since graduate programs have rolling admissions, the decisions are declared as soon as possible after the university receives a complete application from the student.

Sacred Heart University Enrollment Statistics 2023

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Q:   Is it hard to get admission at Sacred Heart University?

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SHU acceptance rate is around 66%, which makes admission moderatly competitive for international students. Out of 100 applications only 66 students are admitted to the university. Therefore, it may be difficult for students to get admission at Sacred Heart University because of its moderatly high acceptance rate.

Note: The above acceptance rate is taken from unofficial sources. Hence, it may vary.

Q:   Which is a better college among Fairfield University and Sacred Heart?

A: 

Fairfield University and Sacred Heart are among the popular universities to study in the USA for international students. They offer quality education at a low cost. The table below includes the difference between them in terms of acceptance rate and fees:

UniversityTuition FeesAcceptance Rate
Fairfield UniversityINR 12 L to INR 47 L52%
Sacred HeartINR 13 L to INR 41 L66%

Fairfield University and Sacred Heart both looks good in terms of their acceptance rate and fees. Therefore, it's your choice where you want to apply for admission.

SHU
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.6/5
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Vibe of Campus
  • Easy going
  • Friendly
  • Fun loving
  • Multi-dimensional
Student Views
  • 40% students never faced discrimination in this university
Internships3.5
Part time work3.3
Post study jobs3.8
Quality of faculty4
Student Life4.3
Value for money3.3
Public transportation4.8
Safety3.5
Indian Food3.5
Permanent Immigration2.8
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Master of Science in Computer Science and Information Technology - Batch of 2023
3.6
University is worth the money we pay
Tips: Course duration is 15 months only and there was no cpt until last semester. The college is fun with super cool infrastructure. Most of the part time work available in college has heavy competition so getting it is a bit tough unless you have good rapport with advisor of the course.
Likes (Student Life): College infrastructure and the curriculum is good. I really enjoy in the college. I feel its worth the money compared to the other universities nearby. I think the best thing about the college is the friendly nature and the vibe we get from the environment.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Permanent settlement is directly dependent on student’s profile and their career and luck for H1. So I cannot say that there is permanent settlement on this university. Given that you are the best in academics would definitely fetch you best results and grades in the university.
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2022Read more
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M.S. in Digital Marketing - Batch of 2022
3.6
Sacred heart university made me realize why I should come to college everyday.
Tips: Just email the professors before coming here and have a conversation about what you’re interested in. Make sure to take time to habituate to the culture slowly. Try not to stress yourself over everything all at once. Take time and relax. Make sure to come to USA at-least a couple of weeks before classes.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The professors are really experienced and they help us a lot in learning the subject, I really love the way they teach in class. Their educational practices are really worth practicing. They focus on making us learn things rather than teaching us only for grades, which is kind of awesome to me.
Dislikes (Safety): I want to be very honest and let people know that some places like Bridgeport are scary and really dangerous. I suggest people live in Fairfield, Trumbull and many other places around the university but not Bridgeport. I am not saying it is a dangerous place but every place in USA needs some safety guidance. Indian food restaurants like Barossa and tasty halal can make your day.
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Master of Science in Computer Science and Information Technology - Batch of 2022
3.5
My college is the place to learn and to grow
Tips: I didn't face any transition when I came here as I can see more people from my country. I didn't receive any scholarship when I applied for this college. I am completely satisfied with the university as it has a very good faculty and also they especially take care of Indian students. In terms of public transportation, there are so many buses to travel around the campus and also college buses are provided.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): I don't see any options to get into permanent immigration/settlement options as we are not allowed to stay there.
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Master of Science in Cybersecurity - Batch of 2025
4.6
SHU is best college for all courses
Tips: One should review their career background before applying to college. Sacred Heart University provide scholarships for any kind of student. This university is best for all courses and also this university conducts all kinds of events and you will see a lot of cultural activities.
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MS in Business Analytics - Batch of 2025
3.9
Good friendly staff, but in person teaching and global exposure is missing.
Tips: Quality learning is missing, and international students, won't feel like international students because most people are Indians. Recorded lectures were given for the online lecture and in one out of my 3 subject only one professor was good infact great but the other two were just completing the syllabus and recorded lectures were extremely boring.
Likes (Public transportation): They used to provide free transport to nearby stations. And transport from one campus to another which is at a distance of more than a mile. Fairfield is close the Bridgeport station which has straight train to NYC Grand Central Most Indian students lives in new jersey Next to nyc .
Dislikes (Value for money): I can learn better at YouTube for free, most lectures are online that too recorded. Only one lecture in a week wasn't enough to be called a full-time course. It maybe good for healthcare students but not good for business and finance students.
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Sacred Heart University Admissions 2025 FAQs

Q:   How much does it cost to study at Sacred Heart University?

A: 

Sacred Heart University costs vary from INR 13 L to INR 41 L for the first-year. The table below includes the first-year cost to study at SHU University:

Courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

MS

INR 13 L - 37 L

MBA/PGDM

INR 14 L - 30 L

MIM

INR 14 L - 27 L

BE/BTech

INR 40 L - 41 L

BA

INR 40 L - 41 L

BSc

INR 41 L

MPH

INR 16 L - 32 L

BBA

INR 41 L

MPH

INR 19 L

BJMC

INR 40 L - 41 L

MFA

INR 23 L

BSN

INR 41 L

Others UG

INR 41 L

Q:   What are the requirements for admissions at Sacred Heart University?

A: 

International students must meet the Sacred Heart University admission requirements to study UG and PG programs. They must complete a bachelor's degree for PG and a high school degree for UG admission. Mentioned below are the complete SHU requirements for international students to get admission: 

UG admission requirements:

  • Complete a high school degree from recognised college/university
  • All non-native English speakers must meet the English language requirements
  • Submit standardized test score of ACT or SAT
  • Must provide one letter of recommendation

PG admission requirements:

  • Complete a bachelor’s degree with at least a GPA of 3.0 (based on the traditional USA 4.0 scale)
  • All non-native English speakers must meet the English language requirements
  • Submit an essay/personal statement
  • Must provide an updated CV/ Resume
  • Letter of recommendation (numbers vary by program)
  • A GMAT/GRE score is optional

Also read: Requirements to Study in the USA for International Students

Q:   What are the language requirements for admission to Sacred Heart University?

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International students whose native language is not English must meet the below Sacred Heart University English languagre requirements:

English Language Test

UG Score

PG Score

IELTS

6.5

an overall score of 6.5 (no bands below 6.5)

TOEFL iBT

80

an overall score of 85 (no bands below 16)

PTE

62

NA

Duolingo

110

an overall score of 110 (no bands below 85)

Q:   Does Sacred Heart University give full scholarships for international students?

A: 

Sacred Heart University scholarships are available for students who can demonstrate excellent academic achievement and the potential to contribute to the university community. SHU merit-based scholarship is available on a yearly basis. The maximum scholarship amount a student can get is USD 18,000 or INR 15.11 L (USD 1 = INR 83.97) and it can be used for tuition.

Also read: Scholarships to Study in the USA for International Students

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