Cost of Education

Sacred Heart University's cost of education includes allowances for Tuition and Fees, Living Expenses (Housing & Food), Books and Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment, Transportation, Miscellaneous Personal Expenses, Professional Licensure, Certification, or a First Professional Credential and Federal Student Loan Fees. These figures are calculated averages based on regional student data and detailed information collected about SHU students. Your actual expenses may vary according to personal lifestyle priorities and obligations.

Your cost of education is made up with two different types of costs: direct and indirect. When planning for the cost of education you should differentiate and plan for both.

Direct Costs

Includes tuition and fees and those charges billed to you by the University Student Accounts office. The tuition amount used to determine financial aid eligibility is calculated based on the estimate that you provide on the SHU Online Financial Aid Application of your enrollment status. Please report any changes to your enrollment to the Office of Student Financial Assistance immediately as your award may require an adjustment. Failure to do so may delay the disbursement of financial aid funds to your account and you may be responsible to repay the U.S. Department of Education, your lender, or the University.

Indirect Costs

Indirect costs are not billed by the university. Indirect costs represent average estimated for education-related expenses incurred outside the billed charges for the university. Indirect costs include: off-campus Living Expenses (Housing & Food); Books and Course Materials; Supplies and Equipment; Transportation; Miscellaneous Personal Expenses; Professional Licensure; Certification; or a First Professional Credential, and Federal Student Loans Fees.

These are not direct charges from the University and may vary from student to student based on the number of credits they are enrolled in and their living arrangements.

Where Can I Find My Estimated Cost of Attendance?

Students who have been offered financial aid can find their estimated cost of attendance via SHU Awards. Please remember this is not your balance due. This is your estimated cost of planning and financial aid purposes.

  1. Log into SHU Awards
  2. Open the Menu
  3. Select Estimated Cost of Attendance & Financial Aid Offer
  4. You will see an estimated of direct (billed university charges) and indirect costs associate with your education.

Students who have not been offered financial aid can find their estimated cost of attendance via the Student Accounts website regarding direct costs and indirect costs.

Where Can I Find My Balance Due?

Student Accounts will provide you with a detailed billing statement once you registered for classes (each semester).

Access your student account (after you register)

Where Can I Find More Information on Financing and/or Payment Options?

If you need assistance in paying your estimated cost of attendance you can explore the following options. Please only borrow what you need. If you would like to speak directly about these options, please reach out to your financial assistance counselor.