Fairfield University
Location
1073 North Benson Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824
(203) 254-4000
Admission
Acceptance Rate
21,299
Applied
5,336
Accepted
5,671
Enrolled
Application Deadline
| Type | Application Closing | Notification Date | Rolling Admission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Freshmen | January 15 | August 1 | N/A |
| Other early decision plan | November 1 | April 1 | N/A |
| Transfer | April 1 | August 1 | N/A |
Majors
Major and Degrees
Costs
Annual costs for full-time undergraduate students for the most current academic year. Full-time costs are based on 24 credits per year. Tuition rates vary by:
- Academic program/major
- Campus/location
- Class time
- Class load
- Course level
- Student level
Tuition and Fees
N/A
In-state
N/A
Out-of-state
$16,110
Room & Board
Financial Aid
Financial aid can include grants, loans, scholarships, and work-study/jobs. Financial aid packages vary depending on your financial need. Most colleges determine financial need based on your FAFSA
$14,396
Avg. Financial Aid Package
$14,041
Avg. Freshman Financial Aid Package
$1,063
Avg. Loan Aid
$3,622
Avg. Scholarship and/or Grant Aid awarded
8.38%
Avg. Percentage of Financial Need Met
100.00%
Percentage of Students Who Had Their Need Fully Met
Student Body
5,671
Total students
82%
Out-of-state students
1.9%
International Students
5671
Student body size
Race/Ethnicity
Gender
42.5%
Male
57.5%
Female
Campus Life
Housing
| Type | |
|---|---|
| College-owned housing | Yes |
| Housing requirements | Yes |
| Housing options | Co-ed housing |
| % of undergrad students who live in college housing | 74 |
| % of students living on campus | No Reported |
Student Activities
Student-run campus newspaper
Student-run radio station
Drama/theatre group
Choral groups
Student Services
Personal/psychological counseling
Health clinic
Campus Security & Safety
24-hour emergency telephone/alarm services
Electronically-operated dormitory entrances
24-hour patrols by trained officers
Late-night transport/escort services