Overview
The Jack Welch College of Business & Technology is a constituent college of Sacred Heart University, a Catholic institution founded in 1963 in Fairfield, Connecticut. The business college was renamed in 2015 in honor of Jack Welch, the famed former CEO of General Electric, who lent his name and leadership philosophy to the school after being involved with its MBA program. It has built a reputation for practical, leadership-focused business education emphasizing real-world application, entrepreneurship, and executive-style mentorship modeled on Welch's management principles.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Fairfield, Connecticut |
| Founded | 1963 |
| Total students | 9,500 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 13:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 72% |
| Graduation rate | 72% |
| Average starting salary | $58,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $46,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $46,000 |
| Room & board | $15,500 |
| Average financial aid | $28,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 90% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 1080-1250 |
| ACT range | 22-28 |
| Average GPA | 3.4 |
| Regular deadline | February 1 |
Top Programs
- MBA (Jack Welch Management Institute)
- Accounting
- Finance
- Business Analytics
- Sports Management
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.