Money magazine’s Best Colleges in America 2024 rankings highlight Fairfield University's strong student outcomes, noting that 98 percent of graduates secure concrete plans within six months of graduation, and alumni earn salaries above the national average.
Fairfield University ranks among Money magazine’s Best Colleges in America 2024, achieving an outstanding 4.5-star rating. Money, a trusted authority in personal finance news and advice for more than 50 years, recently introduced a new rating system emphasizing education quality (30% weighted ranking), affordability (40%), and outcomes (30%), analyzing more than 700 four-year colleges nationwide.
Fairfield University's exceptional performance in Money's rankings distinguishes it prominently among Connecticut universities, with only Yale and Wesleyan receiving 5 stars.
"Fairfield University's ascent in recent years underscores its position as a premier value proposition in American higher education and a distinguished leader among Jesuit Catholic institutions nationwide," said Vice President of Marketing & Communications Jennifer Anderson. “Our graduates are leaders in all professions and walks of life.”
Money highlighted Fairfield University's strong student outcomes, with 98 percent of graduates securing concrete plans within six months of graduation, and alumni earning salaries above the national average.
The publication's ratings encompass critical factors such as graduation rates and affordability, offering prospective students and families valuable insights into the return on investment of a Fairfield University education. The University's strong performance underscores its commitment to delivering a high-quality education that prepares students for successful careers and fulfilling lives.
For more information on Fairfield University's recognition as one of Money’s Best Colleges in America, visit Money.com.
