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Fairfield University
Fairfield, CTPrivate NonprofitSuburb Setting
Selective • 33% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Fairfield University is a private nonprofit institution located in the suburb setting of Fairfield, CT. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 5.4K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 33%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
5.4K (Medium)
Admissions Selectivity
33% (Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
Suburb
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading630 - 700
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math630 - 690
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite29 - 32
1typical 50% range36
33%
Acceptance Rate
Selective
Top Majors & Programs
Business & Marketing46% of degrees
Health Sciences19% of degrees
Social Sciences6% of degrees
Biological Sciences4% of degrees
Engineering2% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Doctoral Degree
Earnings 4yr: $163,093
Earnings 5yr: $166,662
Debt: N/A
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $128,250
Earnings 5yr: $139,948
Debt: N/A
Economics.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $120,303
Earnings 5yr: $97,565
Debt: $26,500
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $117,339
Earnings 5yr: $114,150
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $112,565
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $110,586
Earnings 5yr: $110,042
Debt: $26,633
Finance and Financial Management Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $106,663
Earnings 5yr: $118,205
Debt: $27,000
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $101,831
Earnings 5yr: $100,140
Debt: $27,000
International Business.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $101,411
Earnings 5yr: $87,404
Debt: $27,000
Management Information Systems and Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $96,937
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
International Relations and National Security Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $94,347
Earnings 5yr: $75,046
Debt: $27,000
Mechanical Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $91,633
Earnings 5yr: $88,933
Debt: $26,876
Marketing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $86,740
Earnings 5yr: $91,769
Debt: $27,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $84,962
Earnings 5yr: $80,731
Debt: $25,000
Mathematics.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $84,078
Earnings 5yr: $74,058
Debt: $27,000
Political Science and Government.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $83,709
Earnings 5yr: $81,620
Debt: $27,000
Communication and Media Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $78,081
Earnings 5yr: $72,991
Debt: $27,000
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $76,998
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $74,031
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Psychology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $70,211
Earnings 5yr: $66,585
Debt: $26,000
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$48,095
In-State Tuition$58,350
Out-of-State Tuition$58,350
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
7%
Pell Grants
43%
Take Loans
82%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$73,693
+20% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$88,794
Completion Signals
84%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
91%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$23,251
Est. Monthly Payment
$251/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
42%
Men58%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 42% men and 58% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
17%
Part-Time Share
1%
Avg Family Income
$139,934
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