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Sacred Heart University

Private nonprofit Fairfield, CT · Suburban · New England · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
74%
Graduation Rate
$75,059
Earnings (10yr)
$46,174
Net Price
65%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Sacred Heart University has a graduation rate of 74%. This figure stands out among private nonprofits in Connecticut, reflecting a solid commitment to student success. With an acceptance rate of 65%, the university welcomes a diverse range of students eager to advance their education.

According to Chetty/Opportunity Insights data, details on mobility and long-term outcomes at Sacred Heart are less clear. However, the university's graduates earn a median salary of $75,059 a decade after completing their degrees. This figure suggests that students can expect a positive return on their investment, even though specific mobility metrics are not available.

The net price of attending Sacred Heart is $46,174, with a median debt of $25,000 for graduates. Students who thrive here often pursue degrees in Business & Marketing, Health Professions, Biology & Biomedical, Psychology, or Communications. With a relatively manageable debt load compared to potential earnings, Sacred Heart University appeals to those looking for solid career prospects after graduation.

Rankings

How Sacred Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation74%Earnings 10yr$75KNet Price$46KRetention83%Median Debt$25KPell Grant Rate16%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$39K$0-30K$41K$30-48K$42K$48-75K$48K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%463.7%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%4213.0%MOBILITY195.37%

Cost & Financial Aid

$50,404
In-State Tuition
$50,404
Out-of-State
$46,174
Avg Net Price
$25,000
Median Debt
16%
Pell Grant Rate
57%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$38,691
Family Income $0–$30K
$40,517
Family Income $30K–$48K
$41,647
Family Income $48K–$75K
$48,217
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$63,925
6 Years After Entry
$71,006
8 Years
$75,059
10 Years
0.33x
Debt-to-Earnings
80%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$63,925 6yr $71,006 8yr $75,059 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

195.37%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
4213.0%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
463.7%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$114,500
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.82
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.2%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 65%
Retention Rate 83%
Full-Time Faculty 33%
Faculty Salary (mo) $11,014
Diversity Index 0.42
First-Gen Students 23%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 27%
Health Professions 26%
Biology & Biomedical 12%
Psychology 8%
Communications 6%
Criminal Justice 4%
Social Sciences 3%
Humanities 2%