Fall 2025 Open House
Discover the Complete Sacred Heart University Experience
Come see firsthand how SHU seamlessly combines excellent academics, comprehensive career prep, vibrant student life and cutting-edge facilities. Register today for our Open House on 10/19!
Sunday, October 19, 2025
Early Bird Mass
8 - 9 a.m. | Chapel of the Holy Spirit
All are welcome to join SHU's Campus Ministry for the celebration of Sunday Mass before Open House begins.
Early Bird Check-In
8:30 - 9 a.m. | McMahon Commons
Arrive early and be among the first to check in and tour campus, so you have more time for other activities during the day!
Early Bird Campus Tours
8:30 - 10 a.m. | Toussaint Hall
Join our Student Ambassadors on a guided walking tour of our Park Avenue Campus. Includes one residence hall visit! Last tour departs at 9:40 a.m.
Check-In and Grab & Go Breakfast
9 - 10 a.m. | McMahon Commons
Pick up important materials for the day and grab a light breakfast to fuel up for the day.
Student Engagement, Athletics & Services Fair
9 - 10:20 a.m. | Pitt Center, Auxiliary Gym
Attend our table fair to get information and speak with staff from key SHU offices, including student life, athletics and student services.
Meet Your Admission Counselor
9 - 10:20 a.m. | Curtis Hall
Speak with your dedicated SHU Admissions Counselor for answers to your questions or just to say hello!
Welcome to SHU
10:30 - 11 a.m. | Pitt Center
Official kick-off to your Open House experience! Don't miss our keynote welcome from SHU students and administrators, along with an overview of the day and insight into the SHU experience and application process.
Choose Your Academic Session
Look for your college and major of interest for details on times and locations.
Welcome: College of Arts & Sciences
11 - 11:30 a.m. | Martire Center for the Liberal Arts, Atrium
Academic Meet & Greets with Faculty
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Martire Center for the Liberal Arts, Loris Forum
- Art & Design
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Catholic Studies (minor)
- Chemistry
- Coastal & Marine Science
- Criminal Justice
- English
- Esports (minor)
- Exploring Arts & Sciences
- Global Affairs
- History
- Immersive Media & Mixed Reality
- Mathematics
- Media Arts
- Molecular & Cellular Biology
- Music
- Neuroscience
- Philosophy
- Political Science
- Pre-Health Advisement
- Pre-Dental
- Pre-Medical
- Pre-Optometry
- Pre-Osteopathy
- Pre-Pharmacy
- Pre-Physician Assistant
- Pre-Podiatry
- Pre-Veterinary
- Pre-Law Advisement
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Sports Communication & Media
- Strategic Communication, Public Relations & Advertising
- Theatre Arts
- Theology & Religious Studies
Guided Tours of Art & Design Studios
Noon - 1 p.m. | West Campus - West Building, 2nd Floor
For students interested in majoring in Art & Design: Attend Meet & Greets with faculty in Loris Forum, then travel to West Campus via SHU shuttles departing from Via Cordis (the road behind Chapel of the Holy Spirit) at noon.
Lunch
Noon - 1 p.m. | Martire Center for the Liberal Arts, Outside Loris Forum
Enjoy a light lunch between activities.
Welcome: Farrington College of Education & Human Development
11 - 11:30 a.m. | Schine Auditorium
Academic Meet & Greets with Faculty
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Martire Center for the Liberal Arts, Loris Forum
- Elementary Education: Interdisciplinary Studies
- Secondary Education: Biology, Chemistry, English, History, Mathematics, Spanish
Lunch
Noon - 1 p.m. | Martire Center for the Liberal Arts, Outside Loris Forum
Enjoy a light lunch between activities.
Welcome: Welch College of Business & Technology
11 - 11:30 a.m. | Valentine Health & Recreation Center
Finance & Analytics Overview
11:30 a.m. - Noon | Valentine Health & Recreation Center
For prospective students interested in majoring in Business Analytics & Applied AI, Finance or Financial Technology & Analytics.
Travel to West Campus via SHU Shuttles
11:30 a.m. | Shuttles depart from Pioneer Way (outside JP's Diner)
Academic Meet & Greets with Faculty
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | West Campus - Martire Family Arena Tunnel
- Accounting & Information Systems
- Business Economics
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Cybersecurity
- Electrical Engineering
- Exploring Business & Technology
- Fashion Marketing & Merchandising
- Game Design & Development
- Information Technology
- Management
- Marketing
- Mechanical Engineering
- Sport Management
Tour Dedicated Academic Facilities
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | West Campus - East Building, East Theatre
Lunch
Noon - 1 p.m. | West Campus - Martire Family Arena, Suite Level
Enjoy a light lunch between activities.
Welcome: College of Health Professions
11 - 11:30 a.m. | Edgerton Center
Travel to Center for Healthcare Education via SHU shuttles
11:30 a.m. | Shuttles depart from Via Cordis Road (outside Chapel of the Holy Spirit)
Academic Meet & Greets with Faculty
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Center for Healthcare Education, N132
- Athletic Training
- Communication Disorders & Speech-Language Pathology
- Exercise Science
- Exercise & Sport Science
- Health Administration
- Health Science
- Occupational Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Physician Assistant Studies
- Pre-Health Advisement
- Public Health
- Radiography
Tour Dedicated Academic Facilities
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Center for Healthcare Education, Lobby
Lunch
Noon - 2 p.m. | Thea's Abbey
Take a return shuttle back to the Park Avenue campus, where you can enjoy a light lunch between activities.
Welcome: Davis & Henley College of Nursing
11 - 11:45 a.m. | Pitt Center
Travel to Center for Healthcare Education (CHE) via SHU Shuttles
11:45 a.m. | Shuttles depart from Via Cordis Road (outside Chapel of the Holy Spirit)
Academic Meet & Greets with Faculty and Tour Dedicated Academic Facilities
Noon - 1:30 p.m. | CHE, 3rd Floor
Lunch
Noon - 2 p.m. | Thea's Abbey
Take a return shuttle back to the Park Avenue campus, where you can enjoy a light lunch between activities.
Park Avenue Campus Tours
11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Departing from Toussaint Hall
Join our knowledgeable Student Ambassadors and get to know our beautiful Park Avenue campus. No residence hall is included on this tour. Tours last 45 minutes.
Residence Hall Visit
11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Various Locations
Visit a SHU residence hall! Choose from the following options:
Merton Hall | Mother Teresa Hall | Catherine of Siena Hall
Student Financial Assistance Overview
1 - 1:30 p.m. | Schine Auditorium
Hear from our Student Financial Assistance team for answers to any questions you may have about financial assistance or financing your education.
Pioneer Spirit: Division I Varsity Athletics & Club Sports
1:30 - 2 p.m. | Schine Auditorium
Get detailed information from sport administrators about SHU’s Division I and club sports teams and resources to support student athletes.
SHU on Stage: Performing Arts Programs
2 - 2:30 p.m. | Petillo Center for the Performing Arts
Learn about SHU’s impressive Performing Arts programs, including band & orchestra, choral, dance and theatre arts. Join us at 1:30 p.m. for a tour of the Performing Arts Center before the presentation.
Visit the SHU Bookstore
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | McMahon Commons
Use your Bookstore coupon to pick up all your SHU gear and get 20% off one item!