Fairfield University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Fairfield, Connecticut with 5,373 undergraduates. It admits 33% of applicants, costs an average of $49,906 a year after grants and graduates 85% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Fairfield University acceptance rate and admissions
Fairfield University admitted 33% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 3. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 630 to 700, math 630 to 690). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Fairfield University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early decision | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Early decision II | Jan 15, 2027 |
| Early action | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Regular decision | Jan 15, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early decision, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: $65 for U.S. applicants ($0 for international applicants). Confirm dates on Fairfield University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Fairfield University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $60,810 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $20,790 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $80,799 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $49,906 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $49,906 a year after grants and scholarships, $30,893 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Fairfield University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Fairfield University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 85% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $101,587 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $25,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 25% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Fairfield University majors and what graduates earn
Fairfield University awarded bachelor's degrees in 41 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from economics ($120,303).
All 41 majors at Fairfield University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economics | 39 | $68,745 | $120,303 | $26,000 |
| Accounting | 101 | $80,992 | $110,586 | $27,000 |
| Finance | 249 | $75,667 | $106,663 | $22,000 |
| Nursing | 184 | $91,135 | $101,831 | $25,000 |
| International business | 19 | n/a | $101,411 | n/a |
| Management information systems | 1 | n/a | $96,937 | n/a |
| International relations | 10 | $52,083 | $94,347 | n/a |
| Mechanical engineering | 20 | $81,485 | $91,633 | $27,000 |
| Marketing | 159 | $60,871 | $86,740 | $26,000 |
| Business administration | 85 | $61,888 | $84,962 | $22,000 |
| Mathematics | 10 | n/a | $84,078 | n/a |
| Political science | 23 | n/a | $83,709 | $22,236 |
| Communication | 72 | $50,903 | $78,081 | $26,980 |
| Psychology | 61 | $39,454 | $70,211 | $23,841 |
| English | 21 | n/a | $62,527 | $26,672 |
| Data analytics | 73 | n/a | n/a | $24,990 |
| Biology | 29 | $42,460 | n/a | $27,000 |
| Computer and information sciences | 27 | n/a | n/a | $18,750 |
| Public relations and advertising | 16 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Film and photography | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Public health | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Neuroscience | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Journalism | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Romance languages | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biochemistry and molecular biology | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biomedical engineering | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sociology | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Social work | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Area Studies | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Electrical engineering | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Religious studies | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physics | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Fairfield University
34 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 34 graduate programs
Students and location
- 5,373 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 58% women, 42% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by New England Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Fairfield University?
Fairfield University admitted 33% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Fairfield University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $60,810. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $49,906 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Fairfield University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 630 to 700 in reading and writing and 630 to 690 in math, and 29 to 32 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Fairfield University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Fairfield University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Fairfield University?
85% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Fairfield University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $101,587 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.