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Welcome from the President
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Programs of Study
Academic Calendars
Statement of University Policies
The University
Admissions
Expenses and Student Financial Assistance
Degrees and Curricula
Academic Enhancement Programs
Academic Standards, Policies, and Procedures
University Life
Student-Services
University Facilities
College of Arts and Sciences
Jack Welch College of Business & Technology
Isabelle Farrington College of Education
College of Health Professions
The Dr. Susan L. Davis, RN, & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing
St. Vincent's College
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Site Map
Welcome from the President
University Telephone Numbers
Programs of Study
Academic Calendars
Statement of University Policies
The University
Accreditation and Memberships
Mission and History
Discrimination
Curriculum
Admissions
Admissions Process for Full-Time Study
Freshman Admissions
Transfer Admissions
International Admissions
Transfer, Advanced Placement, and College Equivalent Credit
The Advanced Placement Program
International Baccalaureate Program
Acceptance Process
Early Decision Program
Early Action Program
Regular Decision Process
State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement
Visiting Students
Taste of College for High School Seniors and Senior Citizens
Other International Examinations
Admissions Process for Part-Time Study
Expenses and Student Financial Assistance
Tuition and Fees
General Information
Full-Time Student
Part-Time Student
St. Vincent's College
Other Fees
Health Insurance
Tuition Insurance
Payment of Tuition and Fees
Withdrawals/Refunds
Student Financial Assistance
Family Discount Plan
Eligibility
Application Procedures
Notification and Acceptance of Financial Aid Awards
Returning Aid
Federal Programs
State Programs
University Financial Assistance Programs
Degrees and Curricula
Baccalaureate Degrees
The University Core Curriculum
The Major Field (30–58 credits)
Minor Programs
Policy on Awarding of Second Baccalaureate Degree
Academic Enhancement Programs
Academic Advising
Thomas More Honors Program
Independent Study and Individualized Instruction
Internships and Co-Ops
Professional Programs
Study Abroad
Academic Standards, Policies, and Procedures
Notification of Rights Under FERPA
Student Responsibility
Sacred Heart University Network Account and Official Communications
Matriculation
Mandated Vaccination and Immunization Requirements
Academic Year
Declaring a Major
Combined Programs
Class Attendance
Academic Integrity
The Meaning of Academic Integrity
Mutual Responsibilities of Faculty and Students
Violations of Academic Integrity
Sanctions for Violations of Academic Integrity
Other Violations
Student Appeals Process
Second and Subsequent Violations
Violations Outside of a Course
Grading System
Academic Standards
Academic Policies
Academic Procedures
Registration
Auditors
Full-Time Overloads
Pass/No Pass Option
Course Changes—Add/Drop
Course Withdrawal
Verifying Student’s Schedule
Enrolling in Courses at Other Institutions
Interruptions in Attendance
Readmission
Substitutions and Waivers
Application for Graduation
Transcripts
University Life
Athletics and Recreation
Center for Career and Professional Development
Commuter Students
Wellness Center
Health Insurance
International Students
Student Activities
Student Clubs and Organizations
Student Government
Student Union
Student-Services
Campus Ministry
Center for Strategic Planning for Not-For-Profit Organizations
Computer Facilities and The Factory
SHU Makerspace
Dining Services
English as a Second Language
Maureen Hamilton Wellness Center Vaccination Laws
Measles Vaccination Law
Meningococcal Vaccine Law
Varicella Vaccine Law
Hersher Institute for Applied Ethics
Instructional Technology and Student Mobile Computing Program
IPTV
Jandrisevits Learning Center
Public Safety and Parking
Radio Stations
Residential Life and Housing Services
SHU Print and Delivery - SHUPAD
SHU ID Card
The Student Success Center
University Facilities
Academic Center
Bobby Valentine Health and Recreation Center
Bookstore
Campus Field
Center for Healthcare Education
Chapel of the Holy Spirit
Curtis Hall
Dining Services Locations
East Building
Dining Services
Edgerton Center for the Performing Arts
Great River Golf Club
Sheila Hamilton Student Success Center
Maureen Hamilton Wellness Center
JP's Diner
Martire Center
Ryan Matura Library
Linda E McMahon Commons
Melady Hall
Park Avenue Field
Pioneer Park
William H Pitt Athletic and Convocation Center
Residence Halls
Schine Auditorium
Tandet Center
West Building
WSHU Broadcast Center
College of Arts and Sciences
School of Communication, Media and the Arts
Advertising Media/Public Relations Minor
Art and Design
Art and Design Major
Minors in Art and Design
Graphic Design Minor
Illustration Minor
Studio Art Minor
Communication Studies Major
Dance Minor
Digital Communication Major
Digital Communication Minor
Esports Minor
Film, Television, and Media Minor
Journalism Minor
Media Arts Major
Sports Communication and Media Major
Sports Media Minor
Strategic Communication Public Relations and Advertising Major
Theatre Arts Major
Theatre Arts Minor
Anthropology
Anthropology Minor
Biology
Biology Major
STEM
Biology Minor
Pre-Health Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
Catholic Studies
Catholic Studies Minor
Chemistry and Physics
Biochemistry Major
Chemistry Major
Chemistry Minor
Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice Major
Criminal Justice Minor
Dance
Dance Minor
English
English Major
English Minor
Creative Writing Minor
European Studies
European Studies Minor
Foreign Languages
French Study
Spanish Major
Spanish Minor
Italian Minor
General Studies
General Studies Major
Global Studies
Global Studies Major
Global Studies Minor
Global Studies Minor with a Concentration in Global Health
Coursework and Groups
History
History Major
History Minor
Irish Studies
Irish Studies Minor
Latin American Studies
Latin American Studies Minor
Mathematics
Mathematics Major
Mathematics Minor
Actuarial Science Minor
Middle Eastern Studies
Middle Eastern Studies Minor
Music
Music Minor
Philosophy
Philosophy Major
Philosophy Minor
Political Science
Political Science Major
Political Science Minor
Psychology
Psychology Major
Psychology Minor
School of Social Work
Social Work Major
Social Work Minor
Sociology
Sociology Major
Human Rights and Social Justice Minor
Sociology Minor
Theatre Arts
Theatre Arts Major
Theatre Arts Minor
Theology and Religious Studies
Theology and Religious Studies Major
Theology and Religious Studies Minor
Women’s, Gender, & Sexuality Studies
Women’s, Gender, & Sexuality Studies Minor
Jack Welch College of Business & Technology
College of Business Core Curriculum
Esports
Esports Minor
School of Computer Science and Engineering
Electrical Engineering Major
Computer Engineering Major
Computer Science Major
Cyber Security Major
Game Design and Development Major
Information Technology Major
Electrical Engineering Minor
Computer Engineering Minor
Computer Science Minor
Cybersecurity Minor
Game Design & Development Minor
Information Technology Minor
Computer Science and Information Technology Certificate Program
Computer Gaming Design and Development Certificate Program
Accounting
Accounting Major
Accounting Minor
Business Economics
Business Economics Major
Business Economics Minor
Fashion Marketing and Merchandising
Fashion Marketing and Merchandising Major
Fashion Marketing and Merchandising Minor
Finance
Finance Major
Financial Analytics
Hospitality Resort and Tourism Management
Hospitality Resort and Tourism Management Major
Management
Management Major
Minors for Non-Business Majors
Business Administration Minor for Non-Business Majors
Global Business Management Minor for Non-Business Majors
Human Resource Management Minor for Non-Business Majors
Innovation and Entrepreneurship Minor for Non-Business Majors
Marketing
Marketing Major
Marketing Minor
Digital Marketing Minor
Sport Management
Sport Management Major
Sport Management Minor
Isabelle Farrington College of Education
Interdisciplinary Studies Major for Elementary Teacher Certification
Secondary Teacher Certification
College of Health Professions
Athletic Training
Communication Disorders Major
Exercise Science Major
Global Health Minor
Health Science Major
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Physician Assistant Studies
The Dr. Susan L. Davis, RN, & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing
First Professional Nursing Degree
Second Degree Accelerated Program
Nursing Completion Programs (RN to BSN and Accelerated RN to BSN to MSN Program)
Nursing Major—MSN
Certificate Program in Home Healthcare Management for RNs—Online
St. Vincent's College
Liberal Arts Major - Associate Degree
Nursing Major - Associate Degree
Radiography Major - Associate Degree
Certificate Program - Brewing Science
Certificate Program - Computed Tomography
Certificate Program - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Certificate Program - Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Certificate Program - Mammography
Non-Credit Certificate Program - Central Sterile Processing Technician
Non-Credit Certificate Program - Certified Nurse Aide
Non-Credit Certificate Program - Patient Care Technician
Procedures for Individuals Claiming Unlawful Discrimination or Harassment
Addresses
University Directory & Contact Infomation
Emeriti Faculty