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Why Fairfield?
We are a Jesuit University, rooted in one of the world’s oldest intellectual and spiritual traditions, with more than 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students from the U.S. and across the globe enrolled in the University’s five schools. Fairfield embraces a liberal humanistic approach to education, encouraging critical thinking, cultivating free and open inquiry, and fostering ethical and religious values. Fairfield is located in the heart of a region where the future takes shape, on a stunning campus on the Connecticut coast just an hour from New York City.
Fairfield University prepares students for success. With an emphasis on innovative, experiential learning and a focus on developing the whole person, we produce graduates who are future ready.
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Undergraduate Studies
At Fairfield University, we encourage you to let curiosity get the best of you — to let your mind wander, and then follow it.
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Graduate Studies
Get the tools you need to succeed — whether it’s career advancement, personal enrichment or gaining greater proficiency in your field.
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Online
Our 100% online and hybrid graduate programs allow you to study when and where it works for you.
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Intersessions & Continuing Studies
Catch up on credits with a summer course, finish your bachelor’s degree part-time, or advance your career with a professional development program.
We Have A 12:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. Over 330 Full-Time Faculty
Over the last eight years, more than 98% of graduates have secured full-time employment, enrolled in a graduate or professional school or are participating in a volunteer service program within six months after graduation.
What's Going On At Fairfield
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Nursing Students Travel to Lourdes, Witness Role of Faith in Healing
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Fairfield Dolan Partners With Global Jesuit Universities
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Fairfield Faculty Members Visit Partner School in Tanzania
Move-in and Fall Welcome
Stags, welcome back to Fairfield University! This year, you will be joining Fairfield’s largest first-year class in the University’s history. Reconnect with friends, explore your passions, and continue your journey in Stag Country.
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Athletics
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Men's Cross Country at Marist Season Opener
@ 9 a.m.
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Women's Cross Country at Marist Season Opener
@ 9 a.m.
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31
Women's Volleyball vs. Southeastern Louisiana
@ 6 p.m.
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Men's Soccer vs. Lafayette
@ 7 p.m.
sep
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Women's Soccer vs. Fordham
@ 6 p.m.
Alumni
sep
5
San Francisco Chapter: SFMOMA First Thursday
@ 5:30 p.m.
sep
11
2024 September 11th Memorial Mass
@ 12:30 p.m.
sep
11
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Tampa Bay Rays
@ 5 p.m.
sep
12
NYC Chapter Welcome to the Neighborhood
@ 6 p.m.
sep
29
Golden Stags Reunion 2024
@ 11 a.m.
Quick Center
sep
7
Open VISIONS Forum
The Lafayette National Symposium
@ 9:30 a.m.
sep
17
Open VISIONS Forum: Espresso
Claire Kilroy
@ 7:30 p.m.
sep
19
Open VISIONS Forum: Espresso
John Della Volpe
@ 7:30 p.m.
sep
27
Cirque Kikasse: SANTE!
@ Noon
oct
1
Japan National Bunraku Theatre
@ 7:30 p.m.
Museum
sep
19
Art in Focus: "Albrecht Dürer, Adam and Eve
@ Noon
sep
19
Virtual Art in Focus: "Albrecht Dürer, Adam and Eve
@ 1 p.m.
sep
20
Opening Night Lecture: Sacred Space
@ 5:30 p.m.
sep
20
Opening Night Lecture: Sacred Space - A Brandywine Workshop and Archive Exhibition
@ 5:30 p.m.
sep
20
Opening Reception: Sacred Space - Brandywine Workshop & Archive Exhibition
@ 6:30 p.m.
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