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Fairfield, CT: When it came time for me to think about college, Sacred Heart University was a must-pick. Since my sister was a 2007 graduate, visiting and spending time there became one of my hobbies. I fell in love with the school and knew it was perfect for me.
Sacred Heart is great for those looking for a midsize college with a rural atmosphere. With 5,800 students (4,200 undergraduates and 1,600 graduates), SHU is the second largest Catholic university in New England. The attitude of the students and faculty makes you feel right at home.
No matter what field of study you want, SHU has a great variety: the College of Arts & Sciences, Education & Health Professions, University College, and the John Welch College of Business, along with 43 other degree programs on the associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral levels.
The overall cost is about $38,000, with tuition of $27,000 and room and board for $11,000. There are 10 residence halls that have suites and doubles.
The one aspect that really drew me to Sacred Heart was its computer program. Freshmen receive a laptop (replaced every two years) that they keep after graduation. The campus is completely wireless, so you can enjoy a sunny day outside with your computer. SHU is ranked eleventh in the nation on Intel’s 2005 Most Unwired College Campuses.
Student life is amazing; there is always something do. The school is a little over an hour from New York City with a shuttle that goes to the train station. There are many enjoyable and exciting concerts on campus. Previous shows include the Goo Goo Dolls, Hinder, T-Pain, and Life House.
Sacred Heart has many athletic programs. Almost 800 students play 32 varsity sports competing in the NCAA Division I.
Studying abroad is also an option. The experience is amazing, as I have learned from all my sister’s memories and pictures of Rome. Students can study abroad at the American University of Rome, the University of Notre Dame in Fremantle, Australia, or the University of Granada, Spain.
In the search for a college that fits like a glove, keep Sacred Heart in mind. Visit sacredheart.edu to find out more.
This piece has also been published in Teen Ink's monthly print magazine.
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