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SHU - Inspiring Minds, Unleashing Hearts
With a history of educating students for the last 55 years, Sacred Heart University (SHU) in Connecticut is a Catholic, privately-owned institution that has a focus on degrees in the liberal arts, business, healthcare, education, communication, computer science, and engineering.
The University is constantly expanding, introducing 8 new buildings in the last 4 years. In fact, the campus recently doubled in size after acquiring the former world headquarters of nearby company, General Electric. This additional campus houses the academic programmes for business, education, and computer science (computer engineering, computer gaming and cybersecurity). The campus even has its very own hotel, supplying internships for students studying a Bachelor in Hospitality, Resort and Tourism Management.
With a 15:1 student to faculty ratio, students can expect lots of one-to-one attention from their professors, who are often leaders in their field. Teaching quality at SHU is of a high level, evidenced by the institutions ranking in Princeton Review’s ‘Best 382 Colleges: 2018’.
SHU’s sports teams play at the highest level of college sport – NCAA Division 1. This gives new students the chance to get involved in American school spirit by cheering on their classmates in the stadium or by joining one of the teams themselves. They can also get involved in a variety of other ways, such as the marching band or theatre.
The University holds award-winning halls of residence, including one which opened in 2016 that features a computer gaming competition theatre and a fitness studio, and another hall which opened in January 2018 that features a Game Room – so that students have plenty to do in their free time.
SHU has a strong track record of helping students into their future career too, with 95% of graduates in employment or further study just one year after the completion of their degree. A selection of scholarships, up to USD 17,500, are available for undergraduate students.
Study options at Sacred Heart are offered across…
The college offers a range of programmes covering subject areas including Liberal Arts; Art and Design; Chemistry; Neuroscience; Computer Science; Cybersecurity; Computer Engineering; Performing Arts; Coastal and Marine Science; Political Science; Information Technology; Global Studies; and Biochemistry.
The school offers courses in areas including Communication Studies; Digital Communication; Media Arts; Theatre Arts; and Film & TV Production. Students will benefit from the college’s up-to-date multimedia production software and equipment.
The school provides students with a hands-on approach to learning, small classrooms, and individual attention. Its accomplished faculty are renowned for research in computer ethics, algorithms and gaming design.
The college is AACSB-accredited and is recognised by Bloomberg Business Review as one of the Top 100 bachelor programmes in the USA. Students are taught by professors who stress hands on learning, understanding of the global marketplace, while using state-of-the-art technology.
The college offers programmes in teacher preparation, literacy, school and district leadership. Professional educators from its partner schools and districts will provide students with real world opportunities to grow, via strong mentoring and rewarding clinical experiences.
The college offers study options in subject areas including Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Health Science, Physical Therapy, Public Health, and more.
All SHU, nursing programmes are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Students will benefit from hands-on clinical practice at many area hospitals, as well as simulated learning in the college’s state-of-the-art lab rooms.
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Sacred Heart University comprises more than 300 acres of land, including an 18-hole golf course and the former global headquarters of General Electric, now named West Campus. The main campus of the University sits on more than 100 acres in Fairfield, Connecticut - located less than 60 miles from Manhattan and approximately 150 miles from Boston.
The University-owned golf course is located in Milford, Connecticut. It is a signature Tommy Fazio-designed facility that has been ranked fourth-best in Connecticut by Golf.com.
The Centre for Healthcare Education building opened for the fall 2017 school year, housing the College of Health Professions and College of Nursing. The Centre is designed to offer students with aspirations in any health-care profession the best possible learning environment to ensure that they are prepared to succeed in the booming health-care industry.
The University’s newest dining hall, JP's Diner, is a 1950s-style diner and the first on-campus diner in all of New England.
Some of the University’s support services include…
Licenced, professional counsellors provide counselling and support to students having difficulty dealing with a variety of issues, including anxiety and homesickness.
The Student Health Center, located in The Wellness Center, provides accessible and comprehensive on-campus health care for students. Services include evaluation and treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, immunisations and more.
The Student Wellness Education and Empowerment Team (s.w.e.e.t.) is a fun and positive student-led group that promotes wellness on campus; it is a team of students helping other students by providing information on important issues college students care about (mental health, stress management, bystander intervention, and more) and connect students with helpful resources.
“Sacred Heart University is a school with extremely comforting student services, from admissions to the professors. Everyone is extremely friendly and knows you by name, which makes you feel welcomed. Public Safety does a great job securing SHU’s students.” - Lea, Germany, Class of 2017
Visit the website for more information on student services at Sacred Heart University.
The Office of Career Development and Placement assists students with all aspects of career planning and job searching. Students are encouraged to take advantage of these services to increase their competitiveness in the marketplace.
Job search strategies, CV writing, interviewing techniques and LinkedIn workshops are presented to students throughout the year.
Students have the opportunity to meet with staff members from the Career Office to discuss major selection, career goals, transitions and job search strategies.
The faculty encourages students to broaden their horizons through an internship in their area of interest. The Career Center provides information on internship opportunities through the PioneerNetwork Job Board and other resources.
Over 9,500 employers are registered to post internships, part-time and full-time employment opportunities online with Sacred Heart University.
Job fairs, special speakers, on-campus interviewing opportunities, and much more are offered throughout the year for students.
“Career Development played a significant part of my freshman year! I worked with a Career Specialist to create a resume as well as confirm that Sociology was the major for me. I felt more confident having this resource on campus.” – Michelle, Class of 2017
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