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Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, Connecticut · Private non-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: 5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT 06825 · Phone: (203) 371-7999 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Sacred Heart University is a private non-profit school in Fairfield, CT offering radiology and sonography programs, accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Sacred Heart University carry a median debt of $25,000 and earn a median of $75,059 ten years after entry; completion rate versus the state average is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Sacred Heart University; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 15.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $68,070 | $91,970 | $103,720 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Connecticut (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 23 | $56,400 | $52,107 | $18,492 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Sacred Heart University is a private non-profit university located in Fairfield, Connecticut. It is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, along with a number of program-specific accreditors, and federal financial aid (Title IV) can be used by students who qualify. Within its trade and career-training offerings, the campus awards credentials in radiology and sonography programs, with 23 completers reported in this program family.
Federal data show a median debt of $25,000 among graduates and median earnings of $75,059 ten years after entry. The campus completion rate compared to the state average of 71.5% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 15.8% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a portion of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus, with total undergraduate enrollment of 7,087 in a large suburb setting, may suit students pursuing a focused radiology or sonography credential alongside a broader university environment. Whether this fits an adult career-changer depends on program length and format, which are not detailed in this data. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the New England Commission of Higher Education and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Sacred Heart University offers radiology and sonography programs, with 23 completers reported in federal data for this program family.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited, primarily by the New England Commission of Higher Education, along with several program-specific accreditors including those for occupational therapy, physical therapy, and nursing education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students who qualify can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus completion rate compared to the Connecticut state average of 71.5% is not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $25,000, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Graduates earn a median of $75,059 ten years after entry, according to federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (203) 371-7999 or via https://www.sacredheart.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Sacred Heart University is a private non-profit school, which can affect tuition structure, financial aid eligibility, and institutional mission compared to for-profit or public schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the New England Commission of Higher Education and review detailed outcome data at the College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?130253.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for adult career-changers cannot be determined from the data provided, since program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Sacred Heart University at (203) 371-7999 or through its website, https://www.sacredheart.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools offering the same trade programs is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.