Transfer Admission

You know what you’re searching for -- come find it at Sacred Heart University. There’s a place for you at SHU.

Full-time transfer students are students who have taken courses for college credit after high school graduation and wish to study at SHU full-time, working towards a bachelor’s degree. If you were previously enrolled at SHU, left to take classes elsewhere, and are now returning to SHU full-time, you are considered a transfer student. There is no minimum number of credits required to transfer in.

Wondering which path is right for you?

• If you plan to study part-time, review our information for part-time applicants.
• If you are transferring as an international student, visit undergraduate international admissions.
• SHU does not accept internal or external transfer students to the First Professional Degree BSN program.
• If you are enrolled full-time at another institution and wish to take a class at Sacred Heart, learn about visiting student options.
• If you are interested in transferring into the AS Radiography program, learn about associate degree admission. 

Why Transfer to SHU?

Sacred Heart University is a transfer-friendly institution that offers endless opportunities for transfer students to succeed academically and personally including:

• An individualized transfer process from application to enrollment - we promise to be there with you every step of the way.
• A thorough transfer credit policy that accepts up to 66 credits from a two-year college and up to 90 credits from a four-year college or university.
• Intentional housing placement of residential transfer students, based on age and total transferable credits.
• A transition program for transfer students to meet other transfers students, learn about resiliency and better understand the resources available on campus.
• Extensive opportunities to get involved in athletics or 150+ clubs and organizations, all of which are open to transfer students.
• A 99% placement rate in either full-time employment or continued education through graduate school.

Let’s get to know each other.

We value a personalized admissions process and strongly encourage all students interested in Sacred Heart to visit our campus.

Questions? Contact Us

If you have questions throughout the application process, contact:

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

Application Deadlines

Financial Assistance

Transfer students may be eligible for financial assistance. In addition to federal and state financial assistance, applicants may be eligible for merit-based scholarships in addition to grants for activity-based programs or other institutional grants or scholarships. Visit the Transfer Students Application Process webpage for important application steps, deadlines and general information regarding financial assistance for transfer students.

Your Previous Credits Will Go Far at SHU

Sacred Heart has a liberal transfer credit policy. Your credit evaluation will be completed our Registrar’s office after you are admitted to SHU, and mailed or emailed to you once completed. 

Learn more about Sacred Heart University’s transfer credit evaluation policy.

Varsity Athlete Transfer Students

Transfer students who wish to participate in one of our NCAA Division I sports must obtain an official release from their athletic director in order for one of our coaches to be able to speak with you, regardless of whether you participated in that sport at your previous institution. You must also be cleared through our compliance officer in order to be eligible to play. Review our detailed information on transferring to SHU as a Division I athlete before beginning the process.

Ready to Apply?

Submit the Sacred Heart University application or the Common Application today!

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.