Academic Year
The academic year consists of two major semesters. Courses are offered during the day, evenings, and on weekends. In addition to this traditional schedule, courses are offered throughout the year in varying course formats, such as accelerated course modules, intensive courses, and through online learning. Sacred Heart University uses the semester credit system of awarding credits. Lecture time for one semester credit is generally 50 minutes per week. For a laboratory course, a longer period of laboratory work is required for a semester credit. The calendar and important dates for the traditional semester and accelerated terms are posted on the University website.