- Students in the sports communication & media (SCM) program at Sacred Heart receive intensive training in the art and craft of digital storytelling across multiple platforms from traditional television to contemporary social media.
- Sports communication & media majors will graduate prepared for careers as responsible media professionals with well-developed critical thinking skills.
- SHU is located in the geographic center of the sports media industry, and students are supported by experienced faculty with industry connections, which provides students with exciting internship opportunities at nearby sports media companies such as ESPN and NBC Sports.
Sacred Heart University, Connecticut, Fairfield - Courses & Fees
Fairfield, Connecticut
University Private (Not for Profit) CollegeBachelor of Arts [B.A] (Sports Communication and Media)
4 years
On Campus
English
Field of Study:
$46,310/Yr
$46,310 /Yr
Important Dates
After February 1, applications will be considered on a rolling admissions basis.
| Event | End Date |
| Application Deadline For Spring Intake | Nov 1, 2023 |
| Application Deadline For Fall Intake | Dec 1, 2023 |
| Spring Intake Decision Deposit Deadline | Dec 1, 2023 |
| Early Action 1 Application Deadline | Dec 15, 2023 |
| Early Action 2 Application Deadline | Feb 1, 2024 |
| Decision Deposit Deadline | May 1, 2024 |
| Fall Intake Decision Deposit Deadline | May 1, 2024 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $46310 | $46310 | $46310 | $46310 |
| Total Fees | $46310 | $46310 | $46310 | $46310 |
Living Costs
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
| Housing | $11230 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Academic performance in high school.
- Co-curricular activities such as athletics, club and organization participation, volunteerism, and involvement in the arts.
- Personal qualities and interests that will allow one to make a unique addition to the Sacred Heart community.
- SHU is a test-optional institution. One may elect to submit SAT or ACT scores for consideration; however, there is no requirement to do so.
Indian Eligibility:
- Academic performance in high school.
- For all non-native English speakers, an official score report of an English language proficiency examination—or acceptable waiver—is required.
Required Document List
Required Documents are as follows:
- Official scholastic records from all secondary schools and college/universities attended
- One letter of recommendation
- English Language Proficiency Test scores, such as TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, etc.
- Copy of the passport( for international applicants).
Career and Placement after Course
Career opportunities can be found as:
- Broadcast journalist
- Communications associate
- Media relations coordinator
- Multimedia content?producer
- Public address announcer
- Public relations specialist
- Athletic communications manager
- Sports information manager
- Videographer/editor
- Sports team promoter/publicist
- Sports writer
- Television/radio broadcaster
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
| RD Sethna Scholarships | $15000 | Yes | May 31, 2023 |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Variable | Yes | Aug 30, 2023 |
| Deutschland Stipendium Program | $4363 | Yes | N/A |
| Novus Biological Scholarship Program | $1500 | Yes | Jul 19, 2023 |
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