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Thinking About Grad School After Starting Your Career? Sacred Heart University Makes It Possible
Going back to school after starting your career may feel overwhelming, but it can also be one of the best investments in your future. Whether you’re looking to gain new skills, change industries or advance into leadership, a graduate degree can help you stand out and move forward.
At Sacred Heart University, we understand that working professionals juggle careers, families and other responsibilities. That’s why many of our graduate programs are designed to fit your schedule, with part-time, online and hybrid options. You don’t have to stop working to pursue your goals.
Advance Your Skills and Your Salary
A graduate degree can open the door to higher-paying roles. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, professionals with a master’s degree earn about $12,000 more annually than those with only a bachelor’s degree. Many leadership positions now expect advanced education, and for those interested in teaching or academia, grad school is often a required first step.
Build Your Network
Graduate programs at SHU provide valuable opportunities to expand your professional network. You’ll connect with classmates, faculty and alumni, and you’ll have access to career services that offer job search support and new opportunities.
Make a Difference
In a recent national survey, 30% of prospective graduate students said they were
motivated to return to school to make a difference. SHU’s mission-driven programs prepare students to lead with purpose and serve their communities, combining personal and professional growth.
You Don’t Have to Go It
Alone
Many employers offer tuition assistance, and SHU’s admissions team is here to guide you through the process. From selecting the right program to submitting your application,
we’re committed to supporting your success. Whether you’re interested in business, education, healthcare, technology, public service or the arts, Sacred Heart University offers a range of graduate programs designed to help you reach your goals.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Contact Sacred Heart University’s graduate admissions counselors at 203-365-7619 or visit sacredheart.edu/graduate to learn more.
Registration Open For Fall Semester At Ct State Community College Campuses
Credit registration is in progress at CT State Community College (CT State) campuses statewide.
Fall 2025 semester credit classes begin on August 27 with a mix of oncampus, online, and hybrid course options.
CT State campuses offer hundreds of associate degrees and certificates to prepare students for transfer to four-year degrees or direct entry into the workforce. Programs include training for in-demand fields such as advanced manufacturing technology, business, cybersecurity, data science, early childhood education, information technology, health care, and pathways to teaching careers. Students can complete a certificate in as little as six months, and a degree in two years.
Special agreements with public and private colleges and universities throughout the state provide seamless transfer and a low-cost pathway to a bachelor’s degree.
Prospective students should start by applying online at www.ctstate. edu/apply. To ensure the best course selection, students are encouraged to register as soon as possible.
Free tuition is available to Connecticut residents who are high school graduates, whether from the state or elsewhere, and are attending college for the first time. Anyone who first attended college in fall 2020 or later may be eligible, as well. Accessing the free tuition program and any financial aid starts with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at fafsa.gov. The free tuition program is not income-based. All students who plan on attending full- or part-time should complete the FAFSA so they can access the program, even if they do not think they will quality for needbased aid. Program funding is available on a rolling basis; applicants can see if they may qualify atwww.ctstate.edu/free-tuition.
Registration for non-credit career training certifications is ongoing, with programs and classes in health care, information technology, manufacturing, real estate, culinary, veterinary assistant, and more. Scholarships for information technology, health care and manufacturing classes are available. Veterans, certified dislocated workers and those receiving SNAP assistance may also be eligible for scholarships and tuition waivers for many continuing education programs. For more information, visit ctstate.edu/workforce-development/funding-options.
About CT State Community College
CT State is the largest community college in the Northeast , created in 2023 through the merger of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With one application, students can take classes at any of CT State’s campuses across the state.
CT State offers hundreds of degree and certificate programs, short-term career training options, seamless transfer to Connecticut’s state colleges and universities, and affordable pathways to a bachelor’s degree.
Students can attend classes at CT State Asnuntuck (Enfield), Capital (Hartford), Gateway (New Haven and North Haven), Housatonic (Bridgeport), Manchester, Middlesex (Middletown and Meriden), Naugatuck Valley (Waterbury and Danbury), Northwestern (Winsted), Norwalk, Quinebaug Valley (Danielson and Willimantic), Three Rivers (Norwich), and Tunxis (Farmington). Open houses are held each spring and fall, and campus tours are available year-round. CT State’s central office is located in New Britain. Visitctstate.edu for more.
