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Information for Parents of Newly Admitted Fairfield Students

Congratulations on your student’s admission to Fairfield University! This next journey in their life truly is a special time. Now it’s time to make things official by responding to your student’s admission offer.

Points of Pride

99%

Student Success Rate

Top 5%

Best Colleges & Universities in the U.S.
– College Factual

Top 1%

For Long-Term Value
- Georgetown University’s Center for Education and the Workforce

In-Person & Virtual Visit Opportunities

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Visit Offerings

Celebrate your student's admission and learn more about the Fairfield experience by joining a Fairfield in Focus event, taking a campus tour, attending a school-specific visit, or scheduling a personalized class visit.

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Virtual Parent Conversations

Parents of admitted students are invited to join Corry Unis, Vice President for Enrollment, for an engaging virtual conversation conducted via Zoom.

As alumna (class of ’99) and Stagmates, we were aware of the quality education and positive environment Fairfield University offers. However, to experience it as parents and witness our daughter (2028) flourish, our pride in what Fairfield University is today could not be greater. From proactive communications to the personalized programming, as well as the attentive administration under the dynamic leadership of Dr. Nemec, we are so thrilled to be Stags."

- Elyse (Mueller) ’99 and Jamie Dunbar ‘99

Next Steps

Fairfield’s campus radiates an energy and enthusiasm that makes people want to become a part of it, and we are excited to welcome you to this amazing community. Whether you are sending your first child or your youngest off to college, you might find things a little overwhelming at first, so we are happy to share some suggestions that may be helpful on your journey.

The Deposit Deadline is May 1, 2025

You’ve already started celebrating your students' admission to Fairfield, but now it’s time to make their next step official by having them log in and respond to their admission offer at fairfield.edu/studentportal.

If your child is enrolling as a resident student, their $600 enrollment fee includes a $200 tuition deposit and a $400 campus housing deposit. If they are enrolling as a commuter student, their enrollment deposit is $200.

Submit Your Deposit

Fairfield’s primary method of communication with parents is through email and communications like the quarterly Parent Update from the Office of Parent Engagement and Philanthropy.

New parents will begin receiving the Update in August, and can contact parents@fairfield.edu with e-mail preferences and updates.

Becoming a Parent Ambassador gives parent volunteers an opportunity to gain a deeper appreciation for their child’s experiences at Fairfield, participate in our amazing parent community, and contribute to a University that gives their student much more than a career-ready education.

The involvement is rewarding, engaging, and fun!

If you have questions about how to get involved, contact Ellen Dooley, Director of the Office of Parent Engagement and Philanthropy, at edooley@fairfield.edu.

Rest assured, Fairfield WANTS your child to SUCCEED. This was evident with each visit and session we attended and in all of the detailed emails from Fairfield.”

- Gerard and Deirdre Penczak, Middletown, NJ

Important Information

Make Yourself at Home

  • Explore Orientation

    We are excited to welcome you to Fairfield University and are proud to have you as the newest member of our community.

  • Get the Checklist

    Parents/Guardians, your student has several action items to accomplish within their own online checklist system.

  • Dining & Meal Plans

    In addition to amenities in the area, the Fairfield main campus offers several options for students, faculty, and staff to relax, refresh, and refuel.

  • Housing

    Fairfield University is a residential campus with approximately 5,000 full-time undergraduate students, living on campus in residence halls, townhouses, and apartment complexes.

  • Campus Map

    Our campus map provides detailed directions and locations for key buildings, facilities, and services across Fairfield University.

  • Around Town & Beyond

    Sixty minutes away from the largest metropolitan area in the country and the premier U.S. destination for dining, shopping, entertainment, and culture.

We have felt welcomed, included, and valued members of the Fairfield family since our daughter received her acceptance letter. The communication Fairfield provides parents is outstanding! We are always well informed and kept up-to-date.

- Mary Compo, Lowville, NY

Stay Connected

Contact Us

Office of Undergraduate Admission
(203) 254-4100
admis@fairfield.edu

Office of Financial Aid
203-254-4125
finaid@fairfield.edu

Ready to join us at Fairfield?

Make Your Deposit

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