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Fairfield University

Fairfield, CT·Private·~33% acceptance

Fairfield University is a private university based in Fairfield, CT. It admits about 33% of applicants. The average net price after aid is about $48,095 per year. About 84% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $88,794 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$48,095/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $76,074
Aid cuts ~$27,979/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
Nov 15
EA
Nov 1
RD
Jan 15

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Admissions
GPA range3.45–4
SAT (middle 50%)1260–1390
ACT (middle 50%)29–32
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
84%
graduation rate
91%
freshman retention
$73,693
median earnings, 6yr
$88,794
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Fairfield University's acceptance rate?
Fairfield University admits about 33% of applicants.
How much does Fairfield University cost?
At Fairfield University, the average net price after aid is about $48,095 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $76,074 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Fairfield University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1260–1390 on the SAT and 29–32 on the ACT.
What are Fairfield University's application deadlines?
Fairfield University's deadlines are Early Decision around Nov 15, Early Action around Nov 1, Regular Decision around Jan 15. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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