Events for Prospective Students

Explore the unlimited opportunities at Sacred Heart University! Interact with faculty, administrators, staff members and current students, participate in academic and student life sessions, learn about our personalized admission and financial aid processes, tour our state-of-the-art facilities and more. Representatives from academic programs of study and student engagement will be ready to answer your questions!

Open House Featuring All Colleges & Majors

• Sunday, November 16, 2025, at 9:30 a.m.

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This comprehensive academic session will provide you with essential information and answers to your questions as you explore all that SHU has to offer in your program of interest.

School of Communication, Media & the Arts and School of Performing Arts Information Session

November 21, 2025, at noon

If you aspire to become a film director, journalist, actor or are drawn to the performing arts, join SHU's Office of Admissions staff along with faculty from the School of Communication, Media & the Arts and the new School of Performing Arts. You'll learn about the various majors, minors and dual degree programs offered, and explore our state-of-the-art campus facilities—including green rooms, editing studios and rehearsal spaces.

You'll also gain insight into the study abroad opportunities and hear about the career prospects students pursue soon after graduation. For those interested, a guided tour of our Park Avenue Campus will also be available.

Sacred Heart’s AACSB-accredited Welch College of Business & Technology offers you the opportunity to speak with faculty, staff and students at Welch Wednesdays. Take a personalized look at the academic experience, state-of-the-art facilities, internship opportunities, post-graduate outcomes and more within our academic programs in business, technology and engineering.

• Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 11:30 a.m.

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We are delighted to invite prospective student musicians to join the Sacred Heart Band and cheer on Pioneer Division I Athletic teams! Just bring your instrument, lyre and eFlip and prepare to have an exciting time of music, action and community with your future bandmates.

Play with the Pep Band

Friday, November 14, 2025, at 5 p.m.
Pioneer Men's Ice Hockey vs Canisius University

Engage with Theatre Arts Program students and staff at our Theatre Arts Experience: Winter Workshop Day! Whether you dream of performing under the lights or bringing stories to life behind the scenes, this immersive and fun-filled day of hands-on workshops will ignite your creativity and passion for theatre.

Theatre Arts Experience: Winter Workshop Day

Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 9 a.m.
Petillo Center for the Performing Arts

A Q&A-style virtual event, Sacred Heart University's popular "Live Chats" allow prospective students and parents to have their questions answered live from the comfort of their own homes! Each chat highlights an integral topic about life and learning at SHU and features representatives from throughout the University, such as current students, faculty and administrators, who are ready to field questions from the audience throughout the event.

Chat with Current Pioneers

November 6, 2025, at 7-8 p.m. (EST)

Chat with current SHU students about life as a Pioneer, from academic and involvement opportunities at Sacred Heart!

Prospective Parent Chat

November 20, 2025, at 7-8 p.m. (EST)

Engage in conversations with SHU administrators and parents of current SHU students about important topics for parents, such as campus life, safety, student health & wellness and more!

If you know Sacred Heart University is your first choice, you might be considering applying Early Decision. Students admitted Early Decision to SHU enjoy a range of benefits that recognize your commitment to SHU and our commitment to you. To learn more, join us for a live virtual Q&A with Undergraduate Admissions, Student Financial Assistance and current SHU students to hear about the distinct advantages that come with applying Early Decision—and get answers to all your questions.

Learn how applying Early Decision can help you secure your place—and your SHU advantages—early! Registration is limited.

Tuesday, November 11, 2025, from 7–7:45 p.m. (EST)

Join the staff from Student Financial Assistance and Undergraduate Admissions for a virtual Q&A session. We will cover the application and financial aid process as we approach the Early Action I application deadline. This event will include a brief presentation followed by an opportunity for you to ask questions.

Whether you are just beginning your college search or know SHU is the place for you, this is the perfect opportunity to get all of your questions answered! Registration is limited.

• Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 9 a.m. (EST)
• Sunday, November 30, 2025, at 7 p.m. (EST)

Join Our Virtual College Planning Workshop Series—Pro Tips!

Sacred Heart University is committed to helping students navigate the college search, planning and application processes. Our Virtual College Planning Workshop Series is an excellent resource to learn more as you start this exciting new chapter in your life and education.

Our featured workshops are pre-recorded for your convenience—watch anytime, anywhere and at your own pace.

Topics include:

• Applying to College
• Financing Your Education

Attend both workshops and your SHU application fee will be waived!

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