CT Guarantee

Sacred Heart University is making it easier for community college students with associate degrees to transfer to the University and complete a bachelor’s degree full-time or part-time.

CT Transfer GuaranteeWhat is CT Guarantee?

Sacred Heart University has joined the New England Independent College Transfer Guarantee program, also known as CT Guarantee. The CT Guarantee is a transfer partnership between CT community colleges and participating four-year colleges and universities. Eligible community college graduates are able to transfer seamlessly: Admission guaranteed when you meet the requirements listed below.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this partnership, applicants must have attained: 

  • An associate degree from a CT Community College obtained through the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities (CSCU) transfer system
  • A minimum GPA of 2.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

All applicants are encouraged to submit their FAFSA for financial assistance consideration.

Students in the CT Guarantee program who enroll at SHU full-time may be eligible for the following scholarships and grants:

  • Merit scholarships, awarded at the time of admission
  • Pioneer Service Grant for Fall applicants
  • Theatre and Performing Arts Grant for applicants interested in extracurriculars in theater, band, choir or dance
  • Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) scholarship for applicants in the PTK honor society

 Learn more about student financial assistance at SHU.

What Majors at Sacred Heart Offer a Guaranteed Pathway?

The following majors are associated with the CT Guarantee pathway between Connecticut State Colleges and Universities (CSCU) and Sacred Heart University:

  • Accounting & Information Systems
  • Art & Design
  • Biochemistry
  • Biology
  • Business Economics
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Criminal Justice
  • English
  • Exercise Science
  • Finance
  • History
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Mathematics
  • Political Science
  • Psychology
  • Social Work
  • Sociology
  • Spanish
  • Strategic Communication, Public Relations & Advertising
  • Theatre Arts

For more information about the college transfer guarantee, visit the New England Board of Higher Education (NEBHE).

Questions? Contact Us

If you have questions about the transfer application process and admission requirements, contact a member of our transfer admissions team:

Stephanie Melia
Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions
203-864-5076
melias8@sacredheart.edu

Ready to Apply?

Submit your application today via the Sacred Heart University transfer application or part-time application.

The mission of Sacred Heart University is one of inclusivity, respect for others and social justice. We support the right of everyone at any age to freely express opinions in a respectful and nonviolent manner. To that end, any disciplinary action that results from participation in a nonviolent protest will not impact an individuals chance for admission to Sacred Heart University.

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