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| Location | Fairfield, Connecticut |
| Online | fairfield.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
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Located in Fairfield, Connecticut, Fairfield University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Roman Catholic faith. In the most recent statistical year 12,315 prospective students applied, and 7,035 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,176 enrolled in the school. 4,461 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 812 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $49,080 plus fees of $750. Fairfield University is ranked 127 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Fairfield University is rated within the top 24% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Fairfield University within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#127 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#98 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Colleges in Connecticut
#4 in Best Private Colleges in Connecticut
#403 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#6 in Best Value Colleges in Connecticut
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1210/1350 |
| ACT | 26/30 |
| GPA | 3.36 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $60 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,150 |
| Other Fees | $750 |
| Room and Board | $15,150 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,730 |
| Total One Year Cost | $67,860 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 34% |
| Social Sciences | 14% |
| Health Professions | 11% |
| Communication | 8% |
| English and Literature | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=129242 IPEDS survey data for Fairfield University.
Current students may use the Fairfield University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.