Fairfield University
Faith-based college · Fairfield, CT · 5,373 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
33%
Selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1260–1390
ACT (middle 50%)
29–32
Average net price
$49,906
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$80,799
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
85%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Fairfield University?
Fairfield University accepts about 33 of every 100 applicants (33%), which makes it selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1260 and 1390 on the SAT. A score at or above 1390 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1260, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 29–32.
The latest federal data says Fairfield University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Fairfield University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Fairfield University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $80,799 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $49,906 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $60,810 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$60,810
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$60,810
- Room & board$20,790
- Total cost of attendance$80,799
- Average net price after grants$49,906
Popular majors
Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Communications, Psychology.
Fairfield University FAQ
- What is Fairfield University's acceptance rate?
- 33% — selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Fairfield University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1260–1390. Aim for 1390 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Fairfield University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 29–32.
- Is Fairfield University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Fairfield University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Fairfield University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Fairfield University cost?
- About $80,799 a year before aid; $49,906 on average after grants.
- What is Fairfield University's FAFSA school code?
- 001385. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Fairfield University receives your information.
- What is Fairfield University's graduation rate?
- 85% of students finish within six years.
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