Fall Open House: November 15, 2026
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Arrive to our Park Avenue Campus, located at 5151 Park Avenue, Fairfield, CT. You will be directed to parking and then onto a SHU shuttle that will take you to our neighboring West Campus for check-in and to pick up an agenda and campus map to guide your day.
Welcome Events
8:30-9 a.m. | Early Bird Mass
Park Avenue Campus, Chapel of the Holy Spirit
All are welcome to join Campus Ministry for optional Sunday Mass before the Open House begins.
9-10 a.m. | Check-In
West Campus, Evans Family Atrium
Pick up important materials for the day ahead!
9-11 a.m. | Academics & Involvement Fair
West Campus, Martire Family Arena
Connect with representatives from SHU academic programs and involvement opportunities. Plus, enjoy breakfast from the concession stand!
9 a.m., 9:20 a.m., 9:40 a.m., 10 a.m., 10:20 a.m. | Admissions, Honors, & Financial Aid Overview
West Campus, East Building, East Theatre
Join the Admissions and Student Financial Assistance (SFA) teams for an overview of the application and financial aid processes, including SHU scholarships and Honors Program criteria. Visit the sunken lobby before or after to speak with an SFA or Honors Program representative. *Choose one session to attend.
9:30-10:30 a.m. | West Campus Tours
Tours depart from East Building, First Floor, outside the Finance Lab
Take a guided tour of West Campus, home to the business, computing & engineering, education, social work, and art & design programs. Last tour departs at 10:30 a.m.
10:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. | Welcome & Open House Overview
West Campus, Martire Family Arena
*Choose one session to attend.
Shuttle Information
From 10:30-11:30 a.m., shuttles will depart from West Campus to bring you to your next destination.
To Park Avenue Campus
5151 Park Ave
- Colleges Served: College of Arts & Sciences, Farrington College of Education & Human Development, Welch College of Business & Technology
- Pickup Location: Martire Family Arena Concourse
To Center for Healthcare Education
4000 Park Ave
- Colleges Served: College of Health Professions, Davis & Henley College of Nursing
- Pickup Location: Evans Family Atrium
From 12:30-1 p.m., shuttles will depart continuously from the Center for Healthcare Education to return you to Park Avenue Campus for additional events.
*Accessibility Note: Guests using accessible parking upon arrival to SHU are encouraged to drive between locations for an accessible Open House experience.
Break-Out Sessions By College
*Note the campus location of these sessions and choose the appropriate shuttle from West Campus.
Attend a welcome session for your college of interest, offered on a rotating schedule.
11–11:30 a.m., 11:40 a.m.–12:10 p.m. | Welcome to the College of Arts & Sciences
Park Avenue Campus, Martire Center for the Liberal Arts Atrium
*Choose one session to attend.
11–11:30 a.m., 11:40 a.m.–12:10 p.m. | Welcome to the Farrington College of Education & Human Development
Park Avenue Campus, Schine Auditorium
*Choose one session to attend.
11–11:30 a.m., 11:40 a.m.–12:10 p.m. | Welcome to the Welch College of Business & Technology
Park Avenue Campus, Edgerton Center
*Choose one session to attend.
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m | Lunch
Park Avenue Campus, Thea’s Abbey
11–11:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.–Noon, Noon–12:30 p.m. | Welcome to the College of Health Professions
Center for Healthcare Education, CHE A137
*Choose one session to attend.
11 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. | College of Health Professions Tours
Tours depart from CHE A129
11–11:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.–Noon, Noon–12:30 p.m. | Welcome to the Davis & Henley College of Nursing
Center for Healthcare Education, CHE S116
*Choose one session to attend.
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Davis & Henley College of Nursing Tours
Tours depart from the CHE lobby
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Lunch
Center for Healthcare Education, Lobby
1–1:30 p.m. | Radiography Tours
Park Avenue Campus, Science Center Wing
Campus Tours & Specialized Sessions
11:30-3 p.m. | Park Avenue Campus Tours
Tours depart from Toussaint Hall
Join our Student Ambassadors as they show you around our beautiful Park Avenue Campus for a 45-minute guided tour. Campus tours do not include viewing of residence halls.
11:30-3 p.m. | Residence Hall Visits
Merton Hall, Mother Teresa Hall, Catherine of Siena Hall
Drop in to three first-year residence halls across campus.
1:30-2 p.m. | SHU on Stage: Performing Arts Program
Park Avenue Campus, Petillo Center for the Performing Arts
Learn about our Performing Arts programs, including band & orchestra, choral, dance, and theatre arts. Join us at 1 p.m. for a tour of the facilities before the presentation.
1:30-2 p.m. | Pioneer Spirit: Club Sports & Division I Varsity Athletics
Park Avenue Campus, Schine Auditorium
Get detailed information from sport administrators about SHU's Division I and club sports teams, and resources to support student-athletes.
11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Visit the University Bookstore
Park Avenue Campus, McMahon Commons, First Floor
Don't leave campus without picking up some SHU merch, and don't forget to use your bookstore coupon for 20% off one item!
Take the Next Step!
Take the Next Step!You've Visited SHU. Now Apply for Free.
Apply Early Decision I (November 15, 2026) or Early Action I (December 1, 2026) and we'll waive your application fee.
| Application Type | Deadline | Notification |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision I (Binding) | November 15 | December 1 |
| Early Action I (Non-Binding) | December 1 | January 15 |
| Early Decision II (Binding) | January 15 | February 1 |
| Early Action II (Non-Binding) | February 1 | February 15 |
| Regular Decision (Non-Binding) | Rolling after February 1 | Rolling Notification |
Sacred Heart University utilizes the Common Application, and the submission of standardized test scores is optional. For complete application information and instructions, visit our admission website.
Financial Aid Forms & Deadlines
To be considered for federal and state financial assistance, students must complete: FAFSA (code #001403). To be considered for institutional grants and scholarships, students must complete: CSS Profile (code #3780).
| Application Type |
CSS Profile (School Code 3780) |
FAFSA (School Code 001403) |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision I (Binding) | November 15 | November 15 |
| Early Action I (Non-Binding) | December 1 | December 1 |
| Early Decision II (Binding) | January 15 | January 15 |
| Early Action II (Non-Binding) | February 1 | February 1 |
| Regular Decision (Non-Binding) | February 15 | February 15 |
For more information on student financial assistance, visit the our Student Financial Assistance website or attend the Admissions & Financial Aid Overview session today beginning at 9 a.m.