| |  | | FAQ'S 1. What is the AHEAD program? AHEAD, or Adults in Higher Education Working for Accelerated Degrees, is an accelerated degree program in Business Administration or Finance. We also offer Associate and Bachelor's curriculums in General Studies. Classes are offered through an accelerated format consisting of 7.5-week courses. There are five such terms per year in addition to summer and winter sessions.
2. What are the admission requirements? Admission to AHEAD is open to anyone with a high school diploma or the equivalent. Applicants should be at least 23 years of age, with three years or more of work experience. Applicants not meeting these requirements may apply to be accepted under special circumstances.
3. Can I transfer credits? Yes! Those individuals with previously earned college credits can transfer up to 66 credits from two-year colleges and 90 credits from four-year institutions.
4. Are there night and/or weekend classes? Yes! Night classes meet either two nights a week for 2 hours and 15 minutes per night or 1 night for 4 hours and 15 minutes. Weekend classes meet on the Fairfield Campus from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM every other weekend.
5. Is there financial aid available? Yes, in fact most people are surprised to find out that virtually everyone is eligible for financial aid. Depending on your situation, you may be eligible for:
• Pell Grants that can range up to $4,000
• Stafford loans – federal loans that you do not pay back until after you finish your education
• Private scholarships
• A lifetime learning credit
• A student loan interest deduction on your taxes
• No-penalty IRA withdrawals for higher-education expenses
• Community Service Loan Forgiveness
For more information on financial assistance, visit Sacred Heart University's Financial Assistance website or call (203) 371-7980. For more information on admissions, please call (203) 371-7830. | |