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.
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.
Graduate Studies
Get the tools you need to succeed — whether it’s career advancement, personal enrichment or gaining greater proficiency in your field.
Online
Our 100% online and hybrid graduate programs allow you to study when and where it works for you.
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
Fairfield Jumps 8 Spots in WSJ's 2025 Best Colleges in U.S. Rankings
Cheers to '42 Brew: Elicit Brewing Company Debuts New Alumni-Inspired Beer
Seventh Annual Parents & Family Challenge, Oct. 16-22
Alumni & Family Weekend, Oct. 18-20
Food trucks, Red Sea coffee and '42 Brew debut, athletic games, live music, and more: Come to campus and be part of the Fairfield spirit!
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Athletics
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Alumni
oct
15
2024 Presidential Reception - Chicago
@ 6 p.m.
oct
17
2024 Presidential Reception - DC
@ 6 p.m.
oct
18
Young Alumni Mug Night
@ 8 p.m.
Quick Center
oct
17
Open VISIONS Forum
Nita Farahany
@ 7:30 p.m.
oct
22
Open VISIONS Forum
Alyssa Farah Griffin and Molly Jong-Fast
@ 7:30 p.m.
oct
24
Machine de Cirque
Ghost Light: Between Fall and Flight
@ 7:30 p.m.
Museum
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Undergraduate Majors
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Years of History
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Graduate Programs