Sacred Heart University
Profile
Size
7 / 10Cost
10 / 10Selectivity
5 / 10-
Team Conference
Northeast Conf. (NEC)
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College Type
4-year, Private non-profit
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Campus Type
Suburb: Large
Student Body
Gender
- Male
- Female
Enrollment
- Full Time
- Part Time
Geography
- In-State
- Out-of-state
- Foreign
- Other
Ethnicity
- White
- Black
- Asian
- Latino
- Foreign
- Other
Other includes American Indian, Native Alaskan, Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, two or more races and unknown race / ethnicity.
Coach Recruiting Interview
Lacrosse being both the most attractive aspect of college and also one of the most misunderstood, Sacred Heart’s Coach Jon Basti weighs in on the demands and realities of playing for a Division I college program.
Being a 2002 graduate of Fairfield University, a member of the Stags’ 1996 and 1997 MAAC championship teams, coaching at Fairfield in the 2005 NCAA tourney and then again with Hartford in 2011, Coach Basti understands first-hand what it takes to compete and more importantly, be successful at the Division I level. With that said, we sat down with Coach Basti to hear about what to expect when aiming to play and study at the Division I level.
What advice do you have for players interested in Division I schools?
Look beyond lacrosse, lacrosse is a huge commitment and there are so many options available now. Your decision should be more about the school, academics and the atmosphere, not solely your lacrosse experience. Furthermore, you’ve got to love lacrosse, Division I is the best full-time job you’ll ever have, but a full-time job nonetheless. It is a battle and you have to understand that you may not see the field the first year or two and that you’ve got to forge through and take your licks because everyone surrounding you is just as talented. Do your research and make sure to have questions for the coach when speaking with them; one of the most important things as a coach is players and parents having questions about the program and the school to ensure both are the right fit.
What is the best way for players to get on your recruiting radar?
Email. I read every email that comes across my inbox and so does every other coach. Regardless of how old you are, make sure to include your highlight film and your schedule so that we know where to see you play live and when. Going to the prospect days of schools you love guarantees you being seen by the coaches of that school compared to going to one showcase. In regards to knowing the details of the prospect day such as, is that prospect day full for your position, simply reach out to the coach or contact listed for that camp / clinic. Regardless of your age, you are allowed to reach out to the coach and we can respond, as long as it pertains to the clinic only, not recruiting. One last tip is to include your number, year, position, and team in your email signature, it’s good habit and also useful for coaches.
What type of players do you primarily look for, a raw athlete or refined lacrosse player?
Depends on the year and what guys we have on the team already. We recruit very slowly to ensure each player is the right fit for our family and minimize the chances of transfers or a player not being successful. The biggest thing for us is consistent compete level, a player who keeps on fighting. We look for the “battle level” of a player, what does he do in the weight room, how is he in the locker room, how does he handle the difficult situations versus the easy situations. We want a grinder, regardless of how talented the player is because someone who is a hard-worker has developed good tendencies, which are molded over years of dedication.
What areas of player development would you recommend players focus on to elevate their game?
Three things: First and foremost, stick skills because we will teach you a system. Practice playing in tight spaces, picking up ground balls, communication and moving / focusing off-ball. I can’t stress enough the fundamentals are what will help to strengthen you as a player, the wall is your best friend and the number one way to improve your stick skills.
Number two and maybe even more importantly is watch Division I lacrosse, watch all the different styles of teams and players. Watch a Denver-style, Cornell-style, Albany-style, every school you possibly can so that you can see which team matches your style of play. In addition to watching each team, find a player that plays like you play and that you can emulate. Think to yourself, “this is a player that is similar to me that I want to be like.” Not every player can be a Mikey Powell or a Paul Rabil, not because of lack of talent, but more so the style of play is just different. If you are a shifty player, find a Division I shifty player that you can follow, if you are a big, strong dodger, find a big, strong dodger.
Lastly, make sure to maintain your consistency on the field. We can tell when someone is playing hard or just “going through the motions.” No matter who you’re playing, give it your best because you never know who is watching.
How has the accelerated recruiting landscape impacted your approach to recruiting?
For us, it is somewhat of a myth since we recruit so slowly, but for certain programs it is very real. Certain players are looking for certain schools and that works to our benefit. A lot of players find their friends committing to schools and they get nervous, but again, we go very slowly to make sure they fit into our family and minimize the chances of them transferring halfway through their career. Making sure that a player has done their due diligence also helps with combating the early recruiting fears that some people have. If you’ve done your research, you know that there are plenty of options for programs to play great lacrosse at. Your decision to go to college is the most important decision of your life because it sets you up for the next forty years.
Early recruiting is what it is; you shouldn’t feel pressured and have to remain patient. Researching the majors, types of student body at the school, what internships are available, the alumni base, what study halls are available, what the city is like (country or urban), all of these things are just as, if not more important than the lacrosse aspect.
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Team Road Trips
The team generally stays in the Northeast. Road games are held at Providence, RI, Stony Brook, NY, Hartford, CT and Binghamton, NY. The team also travels to Worcester, MA and Philadelphia, PA. Other trips in the past include High Point, NC.
Recruit Commits
2024 | |||
Hometown |
Position(s) | ||
MJ Folan |
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Holly Springs, NC | Def |
2023 | |||
Hometown |
Position(s) | ||
Mason Mac |
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Montville, NJ | Mid |
Garrett Mangels |
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Saint James, NY | Mid |
Cameron Elenteny | Pawcatuck, CT | Att | |
Trent Layton | Clarksboro , NJ | Faceoff | |
Ethan Greenlee | Doylestown, Pa, PA | Def, LSM | |
2022 | |||
Hometown |
Position(s) | ||
Bryce Wood |
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Westport, CT | Att |
John Murray |
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Summit, NJ | Mid |
Kavin Wood |
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Cary, NC | Att |
Matthew Byrnes | Mineola, NY | Att | |
Thomas Ricciardi | Huntington Station, NY | LSM | |
Connor Garrison | Highlands Ranch, CO | Mid | |
Justin McFaul | Huntington Station, NY | Mid | |
Jake Marlatt | Highlands Ranch, CO | Def | |
Sam Blake | Kentfield, CA | Att | |
Will Moulton | Hoover, AL | Att | |
Finnegan Hoey | Fairfield, CT | Def | |
Aiden Fletcher | West Haven, CT | Att | |
Craig Daria | New Rochelle, NY | Goal | |
Liam Keesser | Fairfield, CT | Mid | |
Kavin Wood | Cary, NC | Att | |
2021 | |||
Hometown |
Position(s) | ||
Matt Gruters |
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Westfield , NJ | Goal |
Nick Casano | Richland , NJ | Faceoff | |
Anthony Tropia | Ramsey, NJ | Mid | |
Nicky Casano | Richland, NJ | Faceoff | |
Quinn Kallio | Bloomfield Hills, MI | Def | |
Luke Catolico | Marietta, GA | LSM | |
Jake Ward | Highlands Ranch, CO | Att | |
Michael Petitto | Wakefield, MA | Def | |
Carson Reeder | Woodstock, GA | Att | |
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Events By Sacred Heart University Coaches
Location
Team Videos
Where Grads Live
- Greater New York City Area
- Greater Boston Area
- Hartford Connecticut Area
- New London/Norwich Connecticut Area
- Providence Rhode Island Area
- Greater Atlanta Area
- Greater Philadelphia Area
- Washington D.C. Metro Area
- San Francisco Bay Area
- Luxembourg
- Greater Los Angeles Area
- Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area
- Charlotte North Carolina Area
- Greater Chicago Area
- Raleigh-Durham North Carolina Area
Where Grads Work
- Sikorsky Aircraft
- GE Capital
- GE
- People's United Bank
- UnitedHealth Group
- Pitney Bowes
- Yale-New Haven Hospital
- Unilever
- Deloitte
- IBM
- JPMorgan Chase
- Prudential Financial
- Boehringer Ingelheim
- Bridgeport Hospital
- Bridgeport Public Schools
What Grads Do
- Education
- Sales
- Operations
- Finance
- Healthcare Services
- Information Technology
- Entrepreneurship
- Administrative
- Marketing
- Accounting
- Support
- Media and Communication
- Human Resources
- Consulting
- Community and Social Services
Niche Grades
Overall Experience

Student Life

Professor Rating

Academics

Athletics

Campus

Academics
Test Scores
This range represents the middle half of incoming freshman from the 25th to 75th percentile. The writing component is now optional and no longer reported. Historical writing ranges: 470 - 630 for SAT
This distribution represents incoming freshman test scores and GPA on 4.0 scale.
Admissions
Total |
Male | Female | |
Applicants | 11,717 | 3,957 | 7,760 |
% Admitted | 64% | 58% | 67% |
% Admits That Enroll | 21% | 23% | 21% |
Incoming Freshman Average GPA | 3.46 |
Admission Considerations
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Majors / Programs
Degrees offered by popularity. Type = Bachelor.

Financial
Net Price
Average net price = sticker price - financial aid.
$41,570
Average net price by income for incoming freshman receiving financial aid.
Net price for all students (private non-profit and for profit institutions).
Sticker Price
Sticker price = estimated total cost of attendance.
Undergraduate | ||
On Campus | ||
Tuition & Fees | $43,070 | |
Books & Supplies | $1,200 | |
Cost of Living | $15,960 | |
Personal Expenses | $2,650 | |
Sticker Price | $62,880 |
Personal expenses includes laundry, transportation, entertainment and furnishings.
Financial Aid
100% of full-time, incoming freshman receive financial aid.
Receiving Aid % | Avg. Aid Amount | |
Type of Aid | ||
Grant or Scholarship | 99% | $18,130 |
Federal Grants | 16% | $6,000 |
Pell Grants | 15% | $4,495 |
Other Federal | 10% | $2,480 |
State & Local Grants | 5% | $2,647 |
Institutional Grants | 98% | $17,104 |
Student Loans | 68% | $11,262 |
Federal Loans | 67% | $5,308 |
Other Loans | 16% | $25,687 |
All financials shown for full-time, incoming freshman.
Total Amount | Per Student | |
Endowment | ||
Financial Assets | $167 Million | $18,688 |
Value of endowment assets at fiscal year end.
Debt
Total federal debt after graduation for undergrad borrowers: $25,375.
Total cumulative student debt by percentile.
Total Principal | Monthly Payment | |
10 Year Repayment | $19,500 | $270 |
Most student loans have a grace period before repayment begins.
3 Year Avg. Default Rate: 3.5%
Avg. rate for colleges with lacrosse is 5.1%.
Total federal debt excludes private student loans and parent PLUS loans. Cumulative debt cohort includes 2,338 students.
Salary
Earnings 10 years after enrollment: $56,000
Earnings of former students working by percentile.
Earnings of former students who received federal financial aid. Figures shown are median.
Payback
How long until this college investment pays off: 5.97 years.
Median debt and foregone earnings divided by median earnings. Foregone earnings assumes 4 years to graduation; at this school, 68% of students graduate on time.
Team Social
Campus Safety
On Campus |
In Res. Halls |
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Criminal Offenses |
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Murder | - | - |
Negligent Manslaughter | - | - |
Rape | 7 | 7 |
Fondling | - | - |
Incest | - | - |
Statutory Rape | - | - |
Robbery | 1 | 1 |
Aggravated Assault | 1 | - |
Burglary | 5 | 5 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 1 |
Arson | - | - |
In Residence Halls are a subset of On Campus statistics. Murder includes non-negligent manslaughter.
The crime data reported by the institutions have not been subjected to independent verification by the U.S. Department of Education. Therefore, the Department cannot vouch for the accuracy of the data reported here. Statistics represent 3-year average data.
Data from The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), the primary federal entity for collecting and analyzing data related to education.
Carnegie Classifications
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Classification |
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Basic Classification | Master's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs |
Undergrad Instruction | Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence |
Graduate Instruction | Postbaccalaureate: Comprehensive programs |
Enrollment Profile | High undergraduate |
Undergrad Profile | Four-year, full-time, selective, lower transfer-in |
Size and Setting | Four-year, medium, highly residential |
Carnegie classifications provide a framework for evaluating comparable schools.