Graduate Admission

The future you want starts at Fairfield. No matter your field or professional interests, Fairfield University is committed to giving you every advantage as you pursue an advanced degree.

Whether you’re looking to learn new skills, change career paths, or take your career to the next level, we provide the tools to get you where you need to be.

Earn a full master’s or doctoral degree, or start with a certificate and build the expertise you need to advance. Take a class one day, and use what you learn the next. In our graduate programs, you’ll prepare for some of the most in-demand careers while learning from top faculty in their fields—and you’ll do it on your timeline.

The application process varies depending on the program you are interested in attending and your U.S. citizenship status. Learn more about the next steps in your educational journey below.

How to Apply

Application deadlines and requirements vary by program.
Students seeking admission must complete the following and submit:

• A completed application (Apply Now).
• A non-refundable $65 application fee.
• A professional resume. Applicants are required to submit a current resume that includes employment and education history. 
• A personal statement (prompt varies by program) of self-evaluation of work experience and career objectives.
• Official transcripts from all universities or colleges attended. (All international transcripts must be evaluated by an approved evaluating service).
• Recommendation forms and letters from professional references. The recommendations are completed online. At the time of application, you will need to provide your two recommenders' names and email addresses. Recommendation requirements and amount vary by program.
• Interviews: If required, candidates will be notified after application completion.
• Official test scores: Scores may be required on a program-specific basis.

Applicants applying to graduate programs should upload all supporting materials to their online application and have all official college transcripts sent electronically directly from their institutions to gradadmis@fairfield.edu or mailed directly to:

Fairfield University
Office of Graduate Admission
Kelley Center
1073 North Benson Road
Fairfield, CT 06824-5195

Applying As An International Student?

Review our requirements here.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or need help with the application process, please contact the Office of Graduate Admission at (203) 254-4184 or gradadmis@fairfield.edu