Pursue a new professional pathway at SHU
If you have already earned your bachelor’s degree but want to pursue a new professional pathway, Sacred Heart University has options for you. Return to college for a short-term program to invest in your future and jumpstart your career in an essential field.
For students interested in preparation for medical, dental, pharmacy, optometry, podiatry, or physician assistant schools, this program offers an interdisciplinary curriculum that gives a rigorous grounding in the foundational life sciences, physical sciences and social sciences needed for admission.
For students interested in building a pathway to graduate business programs or entry-level roles in accounting and finance, this program delivers a strong foundation in financial accounting, managerial concepts and business analysis. The curriculum is designed to support academic success and practical readiness for a variety of professional settings.
Regardless of your previous area of study, this program’s unique, year-round format will guide you to develop the skills and knowledge you need to provide the highest quality nursing care to patients in a variety of clinical settings in just 15 months.
