Associate Degree Admission

AS Nursing

The Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) allows students to earn their degree and enter the nursing field within 2-3 years. The part-time program combines nursing theory and a strong general education foundation with hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art simulation labs and clinical rotations at area hospitals and other healthcare facilities.

AS Radiography

The Associate Degree in Radiography provides you with the foundational skills and knowledge needed for a career in radiography. Combining sciences with the humanities, our curriculum not only prepares you to work as a licensed radiologic technologist, but it also prepares you for lifelong learning.

The associate degree in radiography is part of SHU’s College of Health Professions and may be pursued on a part-time basis, or full time in conjunction with a bachelor’s degree.

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Ready to Apply? Here's How.

  • Complete a part-time application
  • Submit the $50 application fee
  • Request official transcripts be sent to SHU

AS Radiography Application Deadlines

  • Fall: May 1
  • Spring: October 15

AS Nursing Application Deadlines

  • Fall: Rolling admissions until cohort is filled 
  • Spring: October 15
  • Summer 1: February 15

Admission Criteria

The Admissions Committee reviews applications holistically, taking into account each student’s personal situation and demonstrated potential for success. The application review includes an analysis of academic preparation, including high school and college transcripts, coursework rigor and selected grades in prerequisites, as well as life experiences such as professional skills training and military experience.

  • Minimum Prerequisite GPA of 2.75
  • Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.75
  • GED, or high school diploma including the following, unless prior college credits have been earned:
    • 3+ years of high school Math, including 2 years of Algebra and 1 year of Geometry; minimum grade of C+
    • 1 year of high school Chemistry; minimum grade of C+
    • 1 year of high school Biology; minimum grade of C+
  • No more than two attempts in math and science prerequisites
  • For AS Nursing only: TEAS score of 70% or higher with no more than two attempts within the past twelve months. Note: Only TEAS results taken in-person at a testing center will be accepted. 

Courses Eligible for Transfer

Credits may be transferred toward general education requirements for the associate degree, if credit and grade minimums are met. Math courses must be taken within past 10 years. Science courses must be taken within past 5 years.

All major courses and select general education courses (Catholic Intellectual Tradition for both programs, Mathematics for Nursing for AS Nursing) must be taken at Sacred Heart University.

  • First Year Seminar*
    • 3 credits, C+ or better
  • Human Anatomy & Physiology I*
    • 4 credits, B- or better within 5 years of application
  • Human Anatomy & Physiology II*
    • 4 credits, B- or better within 5 years of application
  • College Algebra*
    • 3 credits, C+ or better within 10 years of application
  • Introduction to Psychology
    • 3 credits, C or better
  • Humanities
    • 3 credits, C or better

*Prerequisites for RAD 101

  • First Year Seminar*
    • 3 credits, C+ or better
  • Introduction to Psychology*
    • 3 credits, C or better
  • Human Anatomy & Physiology I*
    • 4 credits, B- or better within 5 years of application
  • Human Anatomy & Physiology II*
    • 4 credits, B- or better within 5 years of application
  • Intro to Microbiology*
    • 4 credits, B- or better within 5 years of application
  • Humanities
    • 3 credits, C or better
  • Ethics
    • 3 credits, C or better
  • Lifespan Development
    • 3 credits, C or better

*Prerequisites for NUR 101

Additional Steps

To be considered for financial aid, explore financial assistance with the resources of SHU’s Student Financial Assistance.

Note that all students admitted to an associate degree program must fulfill course requirements for their degree at Sacred Heart per University policy.

Admitted students must complete a health clearance, as well as pass a criminal background check and drug screen, in order to register for classes. Instructions on completing this clearance are provided upon receipt of the enrollment deposit.­

Contact Us

If you have questions about the application process, feel free to contact your admissions counselor:

Noreen Morgenstern
Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions
475-988-7087
morgensternn@sacredheart.edu