Sacred Heart University

Sacred Heart University is a private, Catholic university in Fairfield, Connecticut. It was founded in 1963 by the Most Reverend Walter W. Curtis, Bishop of the Diocese of Bridgeport, Connecticut. Sacred Heart was the first Catholic university in the United States to be staffed by the laity. Sacred Heart is the second-largest Catholic university in New England, behind Boston College, and offers more than 80-degree programs to over 8,500 students at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels

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Connecticut

Population

330 Million

The United States dollar (i.e.,1 USD=76 INR Approx.)

Campuses

Connecticut

Languages Used

English

Nearest Popular Cities

New Haven (41 mins via car)
Hartford (39 mins via car)
Mystic (1 hour 20 mins via car)
New London (1 hour 12 mins via car)
Stonington (1 hour 26 mins via car)

Tuition Fees

Ranges between Min 12000 USD to Max 50000 USD

Living Expenses

Ranges between Overall 600 USD - 1500 USD /Month (Depending on Student Lifestyle

Part Time Work Limit

20 hrs/Week during Study Period,40hrs/week during Holidays

Part Time Wages

ranges from 10 USD to 15 USD/hour (INR 700 - INR 1200/hour)

Benefits of studying at Sacred Heart University

Strong Catholic Identity: Sacred Heart University is grounded in its Catholic intellectual tradition and promotes a culture of service, social responsibility, and ethical leadership.
Internship Opportunities: The university has strong connections with businesses, organizations, and institutions in the surrounding areas, providing students with numerous internship opportunities.
Academic Excellence: Sacred Heart University has been recognized for its academic excellence and has been ranked among the top universities in the region by publications such as U.S. News & World Report.
State-of-the-Art Facilities: The university has state-of-the-art facilities, including a brand-new science and engineering building, modern residence halls, a new performing arts center, and a student commons building.
Study Abroad Programs: Sacred Heart University offers numerous study abroad programs in various countries around the world, giving students the opportunity to gain a global perspective and broaden their cultural horizons.
Active Campus Life: The university has a vibrant campus life, with over 100 student clubs and organizations, Division I athletics, and numerous events and activities throughout the year.

Permanent Residency

Option 1- Student Have to get Sponsorship from employers & can apply for EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based green card

Option 2- Students have to stay for 3 Years with EBI/EB5 Visa to be a Green Card holder

Option 3- Students who hold LI Visa for 4 years also have the option to apply for a green card

Post Study Work

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

After graduation, the student is allowed to stay back up to 3 Years to find a job

NETHERLANDS

If a student's University/ Subject ranks in the top 200 world Ranking (ie THE/QS/Shanghai Ranking) they are eligible to apply for a1 year Job Search Visa in the Netherlands

CANADA

Post Completion of the Course in the USA student can try for Express Entry Visa

AUSTRALIA

Based on the student's previous work experience Student can apply for a Skilled Independent Visa

Note: Post Completion of the Course in the USA, students will have more opportunities to get a job in the USA, Middle East & India with a Very good Pay scale