FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY
- 1073 N Benson Rd
- Fairfield, CT 06824
- OPEID College Code: 00138500
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- General Phone: (203) 254-4000
- President: Jeffrey P. Von Arx, S.j.
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 5,074
- College Mascot: Stags
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Fairfield University - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered State Approved for Certification
- Religious Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Website
- www.fairfield.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
Accreditation
- New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Postbaccalaureate with Arts & Sciences (Education Dominant)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, More Selective, Lower Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Medium Four-Year, Highly Residential
Fairfield University Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.fairfield.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2008
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $60.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $60.00
- College Credits Accepted
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2008
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 3,619 | 5,113 | 8,732 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 2,215 (61%) | 2,942 (58%) | 5,157 (59%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 362 (16%) | 537 (18%) | 899 (17%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2008
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 832 | 93% |
| ACT ® Exam | 247 | 27% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2008
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 520 | 610 |
| SAT ® Math | 540 | 630 |
| SAT ® Writing | 540 | 630 |
| ACT ® Composite | 23 | 27 |
| ACT ® English | - | - |
| ACT ® Math | - | - |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 71%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 71% | 13% | 15% | 62% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $8,608 | $5,047 | $4,785 | $20,215 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Number in Default | 6 | 3 | 6 |
| Number in Repayment | 557 | 663 | 959 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
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| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $37,490 | $36,075 | $33,905 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $37,490 | $36,075 | $33,905 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $37,490 | $36,075 | $33,905 |
| Books and Supplies | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $11,270 | $10,850 | $10,430 |
| Other Expenses | $1,900 | $1,900 | $1,900 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,940 | $7,900 | $10,430 |
| Other Expenses | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $51,560 | $49,725 | $47,135 |
| In-State | $51,560 | $49,725 | $47,135 |
| Out of State | $51,560 | $49,725 | $47,135 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $48,730 | $47,275 | $47,635 |
| In-State | $48,730 | $47,275 | $47,635 |
| Out of State | $48,730 | $47,275 | $47,635 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $40,790 | $39,375 | $37,205 |
| In-State | $40,790 | $39,375 | $37,205 |
| Out of State | $40,790 | $39,375 | $37,205 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 5,074 Undergraduate: 3,886 Graduate: 1,188
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,027 Female: 3,047
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,642 Female: 2,244
- Graduate Gender Male: 385 Female: 803
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 3,671 Part-Time: 1,403
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 3,320 Part-Time: 566
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 351 Part-Time: 837
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 138 | 3% |
| American Indian | 24 | 0.5% |
| Black | 204 | 4% |
| Asian | 158 | 3% |
| Hispanic | 377 | 7% |
| White | 3,354 | 66% |
| Unknown | 819 | 16% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 94 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,624 | 32% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,582 | 31% |
| Ages 22-24 | 489 | 10% |
| Ages 25-29 | 446 | 9% |
| Ages 30-34 | 219 | 4% |
| Ages 35-39 | 159 | 3% |
| Ages 40-49 | 269 | 5% |
| Ages 50-65 | 177 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 8 | 0.2% |
| Age Unknown | 7 | 0.1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1,035 | 790 | 245 |
| Faculty Status | 503 | 274 | 229 |
| Tenured Faculty | 172 | 172 | - |
| Graduate Assistants | 13 | - | 13 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 482 | 253 | 229 |
| Primarily Instruction | 482 | 253 | 229 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 108 | 108 | - |
| Other Professionals | 227 | 218 | 9 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 218 | 211 | 7 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 138 | 133 | 5 |
| Skilled Crafts | 29 | 29 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 41 | 39 | 2 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $86,027 (253) | $91,211 (130) | $80,547 (123) |
| Professor | $109,955 (79) | $112,593 (49) | $105,647 (30) |
| Associate Professor | $83,748 (76) | $87,130 (42) | $79,570 (34) |
| Assistant Professor | $70,317 (85) | $69,973 (35) | $70,558 (50) |
| Instructor | $49,631 (4) | $48,967 (1) | $49,853 (3) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $86,027 (253) | $91,211 (130) | $80,547 (123) |
| Professor | $109,955 (79) | $112,593 (49) | $105,647 (30) |
| Associate Professor | $83,748 (76) | $87,130 (42) | $79,570 (34) |
| Assistant Professor | $70,317 (85) | $69,973 (35) | $70,558 (50) |
| Instructor | $49,631 (4) | $48,967 (1) | $49,853 (3) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $5,061,788 | $2,300,788 | $2,761,000 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 45% | 55% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 420 | 197 | 223 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 419 | 196 | 223 |
| Baseball | 35 | 35 | - |
| Basketball | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Field Hockey | 24 | - | 24 |
| Golf | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Lacrosse | 74 | 45 | 29 |
| Rowing | 41 | 14 | 27 |
| Soccer | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Softball | 18 | - | 18 |
| Swimming and Diving | 60 | 24 | 36 |
| Tennis | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Volleyball | 13 | - | 13 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $61,580 | $45,313 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $21,863 | $19,091 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Baseball | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
| Basketball | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Field Hockey | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Golf | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Lacrosse | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Rowing | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Soccer | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Swimming and Diving | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Tennis | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 88%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 85% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 85% |
| Female | 84% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 60% |
| American Indian | 75% |
| Black | 73% |
| Asian | 74% |
| Hispanic | 80% |
| White | 86% |
| Unknown | 100% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 81% |
| 5 Years | 84% |
| 6 Years | 85% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | 25 | 9 |
| Liquor Related | 2 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 1 |
| Drug Related | 33 | 15 |
| Liquor Related | 6 | 2 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 2 | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 5 | 5 |
| Burglary | 23 | 24 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 2 | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 7 | 5 |
| Burglary | 25 | 26 |
Fairfield University Reviews
1 Review Submitted For Fairfield University
- Reviewed on: February 25, 2012
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- Fairfield has been an excellent choice for me. I participate in leadership programs through campus ministry while taking a full class load. They have a lot of great social and faith based events that many of the students participate in. Definitely worth checking out...
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
