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Sacred Heart University
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Annual Tuition
$48,460
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
67.7%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
73.7%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$75,059
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Sacred Heart University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Fairfield, CT. With a competitive tuition profile of $48,460, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 73.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$193,840
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
4.3 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$45,059
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$256,750
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$707,340
Long-term projected return on your education investment
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Sacred Heart University is $25,000.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
16
Burglary
5
Theft
1
Assault
1
Robbery
0
Rape
9
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$48,460
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
84.8%
Success
73.7%
In-State Cost
$48,460
Age 25+ Students
3.8%
Carnegie Class
Doctoral/Professional
Working at 6yr
606 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.