Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT
Partner school
Overview
4 Year Private Urban
$2,889 BAH Rate
$1,054 Online BAH Rate
Yellow Ribbon Program
Yes, provides Credit for Military Service
GI Bill® - approved programs
Military Tuition Assistance - approved programs
No, not MyCAA approved.
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Sacred Heart University
Sacred Heart University is one of the fastest-growing Catholic universities in the U.S. and ranks among the Best Colleges for Veterans (U.S. News and World Report).
Sacred Heart University (SHU) recognizes the significant value that student veterans bring to the campus community and believes that it is important to ensure that veterans receive the best possible educational experience. SHU proudly participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program as well as other VA and Military educational benefit programs, and dedicated financial assistance staff work with you to navigate these benefits and traditional forms of financial aid.
The Office of Veteran Student Affairs at SHU supports veterans completing undergraduate, graduate, doctoral or certificate programs and can offer resources to make the academic process smooth—from admission to student life and career placement. Sacred Heart University is located in suburban Fairfield, Connecticut, close to both New York City and Boston, and provides an outstanding education distinguished by hands-on learning both inside and outside the classroom, supportive resources to fuel your success and excellent personal and professional outcomes.
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Sacred Heart University Military & Veteran Support Programs
Sacred Heart University offers the following veteran and military support programs:
- Sacred Heart University has GI Bill®-approved programs
- Sacred Heart University is approved for Tuition Assistance
- Sacred Heart University is a Yellow Ribbon school
- Sacred Heart University offers credit for military
- Sacred Heart University awards credit for the CLEP exam
- Sacred Heart University awards credit for the DSST exam
Is Sacred Heart University a GI Bill®-approved school?
Yes, Sacred Heart University is a GI Bill®-approved school. However, you will need to check with the school to ensure that the GI Bill® covers your preferred academic program.
Is Sacred Heart University a Yellow Ribbon school?
Yes, Sacred Heart University is a Yellow Ribbon school.
Eligible military and veteran students may have up to 100% of Sacred Heart's tuition covered, with zero tuition costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred academic program is 100% covered by the Yellow Ribbon.
Does Sacred Heart University offer Yellow Ribbon for master’s programs?
Yes, Sacred Heart University offers Yellow Ribbon funding for master's programs.
Eligible students may have up to 100% of Sacred Heart's tuition, with zero out-of-pocket costs. You will need to check with the school to ensure that the Yellow Ribbon in fact covers your preferred advanced degree program.
Does Sacred Heart University offer a military discount or reduced tuition rates for military and veterans?
No, Sacred Heart University does not offer a military discount or reduced tuition for military and veterans. You should verify with the university to find out if the rate is below the military tuition assistance cap of $250 per credit hour. Otherwise, you may have out-of-pocket tuition costs for which you would be responsible.
What are Sacred Heart University's military tuition rates for active military using tuition assistance funding?
Sacred Heart University has not provided its tuition rates for active military.
We recommend that you contact the school to verify that the courses you wish to pursue do not exceed the $250 rate cap for military tuition assistance.
What are Sacred Heart University's online tuition rates for active military?
Sacred Heart University has not provided its tuition rates for active military.
We recommend that you contact the school to verify that the courses you wish to pursue do not exceed the $250 rate cap for military tuition assistance.
Does Sacred Heart University offer online degree programs?
Yes, Sacred Heart University does offer select online bachelor's degree and master's degree programs.
Is Sacred Heart University approved for Tuition Assistance?
Yes, Sacred Heart University is approved for Tuition Assistance.
Eligible students may have up to 100% of Sacred Heart's tuition covered, with zero out-of-pocket costs.
You will need to verify with the school to ensure that Tuition Assistance covers your preferred academic program.