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SUMMER SESSION FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• How can I find what courses are available during the summer at Sacred Heart University? 
♦ Visit our Course Offerings page or for a complete list of available courses visit Web Advisor

• Will I need to complete an application and provide any other sort of documentation in order to enroll in summer courses?  
♦ Visiting students are not required to apply for admission. A registration form is required. 

• Will these courses transfer to the college or university in which I am currently enrolled?
♦ Visiting students are responsible for making sure that they have completed the prerequisites for any course and check with their home institution that they will accept the credits.


• Am I allowed to take summer courses online?
♦ Yes

• As a visiting student in the summer will I need to set-up a Sacred Heart University email address and network account?
♦ Yes, all official correspondence is sent to SHU email addresses.

• How do I pay for the course?
♦ Once you are registered, you may pay online or contact Student Accounts at 203-371-7925 for additional options.

• Is financial aid available for summer courses?
♦ Visiting students are not eligible for financial aid, but current, part-time matriculating students may be eligible.

• Do I need a parking sticker over the summer?
♦ Yes summer students need to obtain a decal. They may purchase the decal at the student accounts department.

• As a visiting student may I use  the state-of-the-art William H. Pitt Health and Recreation Center?
♦ Yes, this facility provides a safe and comfortable environment for you to meet new people, get in shape, and have fun.  The rate for visiting students is $30.00 for the first month and $1.00 per day for the rest of the summer until August 31. Even though each student has a different day to return to school, students only pay until they have to return, with a maximum rate of $90.00 for June, July and August.

• What is the withdrawal policy for the summer sessions?
♦ Intensive terms (for all students) - including Winter and Spring and Summer 
     • 100% Before start of 1st class 
     • 0% Once class begins
   Please see the student account site for more information.

Still not finding the answers that you need?  Contact one of our advisors:
Ellen Kovar: kovare@sacredheart.edu | Jon De Benedictis: debenedictisj2700@sacredheart.edu

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