Fairfield University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Fairfield, CT. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.

The Fairfield's 2024 tuition & fees is $56,360 for the academic year 2023-2024. 90% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $24,783.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 6,019 and the students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1 (8.33%).

Fairfield's acceptance rate is 45.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 21.00%. The median SAT scores is 1310 and the ACT socre is 30.

Fairfield ranked 6th in Connecticut Colleges rankings. Fairfield University is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Fairfield University is $56,360. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $20,740.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $58,332 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $21,348.

Undergraduate$56,360
Graduate$20,740
Undergraduate$58,332
Graduate$21,348

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »45.00% Acceptance Rate / 21.00% Yield
Test Scores »1,310 SAT / 30 ACT
Graduation Rate »84%
Transfer-out Rate12%
Retention Rate91%(full-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio8.33% (12 to 1)
Student Population »6,019 (4,757 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$24,783

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Fairfield University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at Fairfield
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

Fairfield University Directory Information

Address1073 N Benson Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824-5195
Phone203-254-4000
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryDoctoral / Research University
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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