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Sacred Heart University—College of Health Professions & Nursing

Fairfield, Connecticut

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Sacred Heart University is committed to providing quality education on campus and online. Degrees offered through SHU are flexible and convenient so you can schedule your courses and study time around work and personal time.

Overview

School Type

  • Private
  • Catholic

Website: www.sacredheart.edu

Contact: Sacred Heart University—College of Health Professions & Nursing

Benefits

Student Experience

Student Experience

  • On campus evening classes
  • Saturday classes
  • Online classes
  • Blended courses
Affordability

Affordability

  • Financial aid
  • Tuition discounts
  • Scholarships available
Campus Resources

Campus Resources

  • Labs
  • Library
  • Career services

Featured Programs & Degrees

Athletic Training
Exercise Science
Healthcare Administration
Healthcare Informatics
Nursing
Occupational Therapy
Physical Therapy
Physician Assistant Studies
Public Health
Speech-Language Pathology
Athletic Training

Master of Science in Athletic Training

The Master of Science in Athletic Training program at SHU is the only one in Connecticut. The 51-credit program is a full-time on campus program that takes 2 years to complete.

Admissions
  • Application Deadline: February 1
  • Time to Completion: 2 Years
Program Options
  • On Campus
  • Full-time
  • Start and Timing: Late Spring Start – Semester Timing
Cost
  • $11,250 per semester
Learn More

Get more information on the Master of Science in Athletic Training program here.

Exercise Science

Master of Science in Exercise Science & Nutrition

The Master of Science in Exercise Science & Nutrition has two tracks: Performance and Clinical. Students will complete this degree on a full-time schedule in 2 years. Classes are conveniently offered in the evenings to accommodate working professionals.

Admissions
  • Application Deadline: Rolling
  • Time to Completion: 2 Years
Program Options
  • On campus
  • Full-time
  • Evening classes
  • Start and Timing: Fall or Spring Start – Semester Timing
Cost
  • $9,950 per semester
Learn More

Get more information on the Master of Science in Exercise Science & Nutrition program here.

Healthcare Administration

Healthcare Administration Graduate Certificate

Students interested in healthcare administration with or without a healthcare background can enroll in this certificate program. All courses are taught by faculty with industry experience.

Admissions
  • Application Deadline: Rolling
  • Time to Completion: 1 Year
Program Options
  • Online
  • Blended
  • Part-time
  • Start and Timing: Fall or Spring Start – Trimester Timing
Cost
  • $800 per credit
Learn More

Get more information on the Healthcare Administration Graduate Certificate program here.

Healthcare Informatics

Master of Science in Healthcare Informatics

The Master of Science in Healthcare Informatics is open to students with or without a healthcare background. Students can choose from a full-time on campus program or a part-time online program.

Admissions
  • Application Deadline: Rolling
  • Time to Completion: 1-2 Years
Program Options
  • On campus (full-time)
  • Online (part-time)
  • Full-time or part-time
  • Start and Timing: Fall or Spring Start – Trimester Timing
Cost
  • Full-time: $7,000 per trimester
  • Part-time: $775 per credit
Learn More

Get more information on the Master of Science in Healthcare Informatics program here.

Nursing

Doctor of Nursing Practice Programs

The Doctor of Nursing Practice program at SHU are CCNE accredited. The BSN to Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Degree educates nurses to become advanced practices nurses in the role of the family nurse practitioner (FNP).

Admissions
  • Application Deadline: January 15
  • Time to Completion: 3-4 Years
Program Options
  • Blended
  • Full-time or part-time
  • Start and Timing: Fall Start – Semester Timing
Cost
  • $975 per credit
Learn More

Get more information on the Doctor of Nursing Practice program here.

Occupational Therapy

Master of Science in Occupational Therapy

The Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program runs on a trimester schedule and is designed to be completed full-time in 2 years. Students will learn in state-of-the-art facilities to best equip them for future careers.

Admissions
  • Application Deadline: December 15
  • Time to Completion: 2 Years
Program Options
  • On campus
  • Full-time
  • Start and Timing: Fall Start – Trimester Timing
Cost
  • $12,950 per trimester
Learn More

Get more information on the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program here.

Physical Therapy

Doctor of Physical Therapy

The Doctor of Physical Therapy program is a full-time on campus program. SHU students earn above the national average pass rate on the national exam.

Admissions
  • Application Deadline: December 15 through PTCAS
  • Time to Completion: 3 Years
Program Options
  • On campus
  • Full-time
  • Start and Timing: Fall Start – Semester Timing
Cost
  • $19,750 per semester
Learn More

Get more information on the Doctor of Physical Therapy program here.

Physician Assistant Studies

Master in Physician Assistant Studies

The 27-month Master in Physician Assistant Studies program boats small class sizes with experience PA educators. The first 12 months of are didactic while the next 15 months are clinical. Students will learn primary care with a patient-center focus. This program is offered in Stamford, CT.

Admissions
  • Application Deadline: Oct 1 CASPA Verified Application*
  • Time to Completion: 27 Months
Program Options
  • On campus
  • Full-time
  • Start and Timing: Fall Start – Trimester Timing
Cost
  • $14,500 per trimester
Learn More

Get more information on the Master in Physician Assistant Studies program here.

Public Health

Master of Public Health

The Master of Public Health 48 credit program specializes in community health. Students can enroll in full-time or part-time schedules.

Admissions
  • Application Deadline: March 1
  • Time to Completion: FT- 2 Years
Program Options
  • On campus
  • Full-time or part-time
  • Start and Timing: Fall Start – Semester Timing
Cost
  • $1,030 per credit
Learn More

Get more information on the Master of Public Health program here.

Speech-Language Pathology

Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology

SHU graduates of the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology have a 100% employment rate. Students will learn from faculty with relevant industry experience and be placed in the field. Students also have the opportunity to be a graduate assistant and pursue advanced certificates.

Admissions
  • Application Deadline: January 15 CSDCAS Complete Application*
  • Time to Completion: 2 Years
Program Options
  • On campus
  • Full-time
  • Start and Timing: Fall Start – Trimester Timing
Cost
  • $13,900 per trimester
Learn More

Get more information on the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program here.

Contact Sacred Heart University—College of Health Professions & Nursing

Contact Admissions

(203) 365-7619

Main Campus

5151 Park Avenue
Fairfield, CT 06825

(203) 371-7999

Find SHU Online

sacredheart.edu/graduate

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