Fairfield University

Fairfield University, located in the scenic town of Fairfield, Connecticut, offers a unique blend of academic excellence and vibrant campus life. Known for its commitment to Jesuit values, Fairfield nurtures the intellectual, personal, and spiritual growth of its students.

6,289

Students

45%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

4,968

Classification

University

Type

Private, Religious

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Website

fairfield.edu

Spanning a picturesque campus, Fairfield University provides an inviting environment where innovation meets tradition. The university offers a wide array of academic programs and fosters a close-knit community that encourages collaboration and leadership. Alongside rigorous academics, students engage in numerous extracurricular activities, from athletics to the arts, all within a supportive community. Through its various initiatives and programs, Fairfield aims to prepare students for thoughtful and impactful lives in a rapidly changing world.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Fairfield University?

45% acceptance rate

Selective

Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

1313

Testing

Test Optional

Average High School GPA

3.71

Application Deadlines

Regular Application Deadline

January 15

Early Decision / Early Action?

Yes

The most important factors Fairfield University considers when admitting students are:

•Academic GPA
•Application Essay
•Recommendation(s)

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Financials

See what it costs to attend Fairfield University.

$ 77,440

Overall list price

$ 47,630

Average net price

$ 55,620

Merit Price™

Very Generous

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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Fairfield University?

Suburb

Campus Setting

Democrat

State vote for president

Weather

Sunny days

Very Cloudy

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Fairfield University.

12:1

Student to faculty ratio

81%

4-year grad rate

84%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Fairfield are:

Finance, General
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Marketing/Marketing Management, General

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Demographics

Who attends Fairfield University?

39

States represented

24

Countries represented

No

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

6,289

Women

57%

Men

43%

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Housing

What's it like living at Fairfield University?

$17,500

Room & Board

0.6

Housing units / student

76

%

Students on campus

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FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Fairfield University?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.71.

How much does Fairfield University cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $77,440 to attend Fairfield.

How many people attend Fairfield University?

6,289 people attend Fairfield. 4,968 are undergraduate students and 1,321 are graduate students.

Where is Fairfield University located?

Fairfield University is located in Fairfield, Connecticut. It is in a Suburb environment.

Can I get into Fairfield University with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 78% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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