University of the Sacred Heart

University of the Sacred Heart Overview

University of the Sacred Heart is a private, religious school in an urban setting in San Juan, PR. University of the Sacred Heart was founded in 1935 and enrolls 4,097 undergrads and no graduate students. University of the Sacred Heart offers on-campus housing for up to 550 students. Most students live in off campus housing.

📆 Mark your calendar! The deadline to apply regular decision to University of the Sacred Heart for Fall 2023 is June 30.

There are many ways for students to get involved at University of the Sacred Heart!

Are you interested in music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of University of the Sacred Heart's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? University of the Sacred Heart students can write for the campus newspaperor be a producer for the student-run television channel.

There are no fraternities or sororities at University of the Sacred Heart, so it might be a good choice if you're not interested in Greek life.

Planning to play sports? University of the Sacred Heart has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at University of the Sacred Heart on the Student Life page.

2022 University of the Sacred Heart Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	35%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Average GPA	3.0
Tuition	$4,920

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Is University of the Sacred Heart a Good School?

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The definition of a "good school" is different for different people. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can all provide a sense of how competitive a college is.

Let's take a look at these areas to get a better sense of what University of the Sacred Heart offers and if it might be a good fit for you.

2022 Acceptance Rate for University of the Sacred Heart

It is moderately difficult to get into University of the Sacred Heart. The acceptance rate at University of the Sacred Heart is 35%. Last year, 5,261 students applied to University of the Sacred Heart and 1,830 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at University of the Sacred Heart

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Out of all the first-year, full-time undergrads who start at University of the Sacred Heart, around 75% come back their sophomore year. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook University of the Sacred Heart Graduates

Job placement stats are a good resource for understanding the value of a degree from University of the Sacred Heart by providing a look on how job placement has gone for other grads.

Check with University of the Sacred Heart directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

University of the Sacred Heart's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

University of the Sacred Heart's endowment was valued at $18.5 million in 2022, compared to a national average of $905 million.

Tuition and Financial Aid at University of the Sacred Heart

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

For information on University of the Sacred Heart's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at University of the Sacred Heart.

Based on this information, does University of the Sacred Heart seem like a good fit? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for another! So ask yourself: Is University of the Sacred Heart a good school for you?

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Where is University of the Sacred Heart Located?

University of the Sacred Heart is located in the urban setting of San Juan, PR.

If you would like to see University of the Sacred Heart for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Las Americas to San Juan, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Luis Munoz Marin International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what University of the Sacred Heart and San Juan are like without leaving home.

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