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A Place To Call Home
Fairfield University is a residential campus with approximately 3,000 full-time undergraduate students, living on campus in residence halls, townhouses, and apartment complexes.
As a residential campus, life in the halls, townhouses, and apartments are an integral part of the Fairfield undergraduate’s four-year experience. Programs and activities specific to a hall or residence area, are sponsored by resident assistants and area coordinators, or in partnership with other offices and departments to provide students with numerous educational, social, cultural, service, and spiritual programs and activities for personal growth, development, and fun. Programs range from game nights and movie nights, to mentoring sessions and retreats, to career development workshops and guest speakers, to residence area community athletic game fundraisers, and many more. These diversely designed programs enrich the students’ loves and help them be more fully engaged in the life of the University.
Living in residence teaches and fosters a sense of shared and collective responsibility – responsibility to one’s self, roommate(s), floor mates, and the campus community. Residential living at Fairfield University is an experience, where learning is continuous.
Housing
We are dedicated to fostering a sense of community, and this begins with where you live. The deepest learning and strongest bonds form when you're in an environment that's not just comfortable, but intellectually and creatively stimulating.
Commuter Students
Students who commute to Fairfield are just as big a part of our community as on-campus residents. If you commute to campus, we'll strive to make you feel at home - even when your home is elsewhere.
Off-Campus Housing
There’s a lot to be excited about in college, but at Fairfield we give you a whole new reason: proximity to the beach. Every year, around 400 seniors move into homes on the beach, close to campus. It’s just one of many unforgettable ways Fairfield turns an education into an experience, and an experience into an education.
Housing Options
Residential life at Fairfield University consists of a variety of housing options on campus, and housing is guaranteed for four years to all full-time, matriculated undergraduate students. In addition, students are required to remain resident students for four years unless they are able to commute from home or are otherwise released from this obligation by the Office of Residence Life.
All first-year students live together in traditional-style halls, and sophomores live mostly in traditional-style halls with some living in suite-style halls depending upon availability. Juniors and seniors live in townhouses, apartments, or off campus (on a limited basis).
Traditional Residence Halls
42 Langguth Hall
42 Langguth Hall
Located in the Quad, 42 Langguth Hall opened in the fall of 2018. The building features an attractive atrium, expansive meeting spaces and comfortable accommodations for 200 first and second year students, this modern residence hall offers all of the comforts of home–and then some. 42 Langguth is home to the Ignatian Leadership Residential College and houses sophomore students.
Hall Features
- Sophomore students only
- Co-ed by floor
- Suite-style rooms
- Home of the Ignatian Leadership Residential College
- Air conditioning
- Laundry facilities in building
- Elevator
- Student lounges with kitchen on each floor
- Study lounges
- Classroom
Room Features
- Suite style with bathrooms
- Desks (three drawers with keyboard drawer)
- Desk chairs
- Beds (most can be bunked, raised, or lofted)
- Wardrobes or closets
- Micro-fridge
- Computer network connections
- Philo TV Streaming (will need a Roku for TV hookup)
- Window coverings
Faber Hall
Faber Hall
Faber Hall, formerly known as 42 Bellarmine Road, originally served as the primary residence for the Fairfield University Jesuit community. After a new Jesuit residence was built in 2009, the previous residence was extensively renovated. Located on the south side of campus, Faber Hall is named in honor of St. Peter Faber, S.J. (1506-1546), who was among the companions of St. Ignatius who came together to form the Society of Jesus. Pope Francis canonized Peter Faber on December 17, 2013.
Students living in Faber Hall enjoy multiple common spaces including a study area, social lounge and meditation room. There is a bathroom in-suite in each room.
Residence Features
- Co-ed by wing/floor
- Quad rooms
- Bathroom in each room
- Common lounge and kitchen
- Vending machines
- Elevator
- Four Resident Assistants throughout the building
Room Features
- Quad occupancy
- Desks (3 drawers with keyboard drawer)
- Desk chairs
- Beds (most can be bunked, raised, or lofted)
- 3-drawer dressers
- Wardrobes or closets
- Micro-fridge (a combination microwave and refrigerator unit)
- Computer network connections and WiFi
- HD Cable TV connection
- Window coverings
70 McCormick Road
70 McCormick Road
Located in the Quad, 70 McCormick Road is four stories tall and hosts an impressive common lounge on the first floor as well as study and social lounge on each floor. 70 McCormick Road is home to the Service for Justice Residential College and houses sophomore students.
Hall Features
- Sophomore students only
- Co-ed by floor
- Double rooms available
- Community bathroom on each floor
- Home of the Service for Justice Sophomore Residential College
- Laundry facilities in building
- One common kitchen in addition to study and social lounges on each floor
- Air conditioning in the main lounge and laundry room
- Vending machines
- Elevator
- Four RAs throughout the building
- Resident Jesuit housing
Room Features
- Double occupancy
- Desks (three drawers with keyboard drawer)
- Desk chairs
- Beds (most can be bunked, raised, or lofted)
- Three-drawer dressers
- Wardrobes or closets
- Micro-fridge (a combination microwave and refrigerator unit)
- Computer network connections
- Cable TV connection
- Window coverings
Gonzaga Hall
Gonzaga Hall
Gonzaga Hall opened in 1957. This four-floor residence hall is located on the Quad, and is named for Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, S.J., who died while tending to the sick during the Roman plague of 1591, and is the patron saint of youth.
Hall Features
- First Year Student Housing
- Co-ed by wing/floor
- Double and triple rooms
- Community bathroom in each wing
- Common lounges and kitchen
- Laundry facilities in the building
- Vending machines
- Elevator
- Seven Resident Assistants throughout the building
- Campus Minister in Residence housing
- Live-in Area Coordinator
Room Features
- Double or triple occupancy
- Desks (3 drawers with keyboard drawer)
- Desk chairs
- Beds (most can be bunked, raised, or lofted)
- 3-drawer dressers
- Wardrobes or closets
- Micro-fridge (a combination microwave and refrigerator unit)
- Computer network connections
- Cable TV connection
- Phone connection (which students share but can set up private voicemail)
- Window coverings
Room Dimensions
- Standard Room - 10.5' x 17'
Recommended Carpet Size
- Standard Room - 10' x 12'
Campion Hall
Campion Hall
Located on the Quad, Campion was built in 1964 and renovated in the summer of 2018, stands four stories tall. The building was named in honor of Saint Edmund Campion, S.J., who was martyred for preaching the Catholic faith in Reformation England. Campion Hall is also home of the Honors Living and Learning Community. Campion Hall is also home to the STEM and Leadership through Service Living and Learning Communities.
Hall Features
- First-year students only
- Co-ed by wing/floor
- Double and triple rooms available
- Community bathroom in each wing
- Laundry facilities in building
- Three common lounges and one kitchen
- Vending machines
- Elevator
- Seven Resident Assistants throughout the building
- Resident Jesuit housing
Room Features
- Double or triple occupancy
- Desks (three drawers with keyboard drawer)
- Desk chairs
- Beds (most can be bunked, raised, or lofted)
- Three-drawer dressers
- Wardrobes or closets
- Micro-fridge (a combination microwave and refrigerator unit)
- Computer network connections
- Cable TV connection
- Phone connection (which students share but can set up private voicemail)
- Window coverings
Room Dimensions
- First floor - 10' x 17'
- Second, third, fourth floors - 11' x 18'
- Triple rooms - 13.5' x 18'
Recommended Carpet Sizes
- Double Room - 10' x 12'
- Triple Room - 12' x 15'
Jogues Hall
Jogues Hall
Jogues Hall, opened in 1968, is named for Saint Isaac Jogues, S.J., who worked among Native Americans in Canada and was martyred near what is now Albany, NY. This building is five stories and is located on the Quad. Jogues Hall is home to the Honors and Health and Wellness Living and Learning Communities. The building also features classrooms and the new Wellness Center, which are housed on the ground floor of the building as well.
Hall Features
- First-year housing
- Class year by floor
- Coed by wing/floor
- Double and triple rooms
- Community bathroom in each wing
- Common lounges and kitchen
- Laundry facilities in the building
- Vending machines
- Elevator
- Eight Resident Assistants (RAs) throughout the building
- Area Coordinator (AC) on site
Room Features
- Double or triple occupancy
- Desks (Three (3) drawers with keyboard drawer)
- Desk chairs
- Beds (most can be bunked, raised, or lofted)
- Three (3)-drawer dressers
- Wardrobes or closets
- Micro-fridge (a combination microwave and refrigerator unit)
- Computer network connections
- Cable TV connection
- Window coverings
Room Dimensions
- Double room - 10' x 17'
Recommended Carpet Size
- Double - 7' x 12'
- Triple - 10' x 12'
Loyola Hall
Loyola Hall
Named for Saint Ignatius Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus and author of "Spiritual Exercises," Loyola Hall is located on the Quad. It was built in 1955 and stands three stories high. Also, the building houses the Department of Public Safety, art galleries, and classrooms for the Fine Arts Department on the ground floor.
Hall Features
- First-Year and Sophomore housing
- Co-ed by wing/floor
- Double and triple rooms
- Community bathroom in each wing
- Common lounges and kitchen
- Laundry facilities in the building
- Classroom
- Vending machines
- Elevator
- Six Resident Assistants throughout the building
Room Features
- Double or triple occupancy
- Desks (3 drawers with keyboard drawer)
- Desk chairs
- Beds (most can be bunked, raised, or lofted)
- 3 Drawer dressers
- Wardrobes or closets
- Micro-fridge (a combination microwave and refrigerator unit)
- Computer network connections
- Cable TV connection
- Phone connection (which students share but can set-up private voicemail)
- Window coverings
Room Dimensions
- Double Room - 12' x 17'
Recommended Carpet Size
- Double Room - 12' x 15'
Regis Hall
Regis Hall
Regis Hall was built in 1965 and stands five stories tall. The building is named in honor of Saint John Francis Regis, S.J., who was a preacher and missionary in southern France.
Hall Features
- First-year students only
- Co-ed by wing/floor
- Double and triple rooms available
- Community bathroom in each wing
- Laundry facilities in building
- Common lounges
- Vending machines
- Elevator
- Nine Resident Assistants throughout the building
- Campus Minister in Residence housing
Room Features
- Double or triple occupancy
- Desks (3 drawers with keyboard drawer)
- Desk chairs
- Beds (most can be bunked, raised, or lofted)
- 3 Drawer dressers
- Wardrobes or closets
- Micro-fridge (a combination microwave and refrigerator unit)
- Computer network connections
- Cable TV connection
- Phone connection (which students share but can set-up private voicemail)
- Window coverings
Room Dimensions
- Double Room - 11' x 16'
Recommended Carpet Size
- Double Room - 10' x 12'
Suite-Style Residence Halls
Claver Hall
Claver Hall
Claver Hall is located on the Southside of campus and opened in 1972 and is known as one of the suites. Claver is named for Saint Peter Claver, S.J. a Spanish Jesuit who was an advocate for Human Rights. St. Peter Claver was known for his ministry to those suffering the injustice of slavery.
Hall Features
- Mixed class housing
- Co-ed by wing/floor
- Two double rooms adjoined by a bathroom
- Four common lounges and two kitchens
- Air conditioning
- Vending machines
- Elevator
- Four Resident Assistants throughout the building
Room Features
- Double occupancy
- Desks (3 drawers with keyboard drawer)
- Desk chairs
- Beds (most can be bunked, raised, or lofted)
- 3-drawer dressers
- Wardrobes or Closets
- Micro-fridge (a combination microwave and refrigerator unit)
- Computer network connections
- Cable TV connection
- Phone connection (which students share but can set up private voicemail)
- Window coverings
Room Dimensions
- Standard Room (Including the entry, closet, and bathroom) - 16' x 17'
Recommended Carpet Size
- Standard Room - 10' x 12'
Kostka Hall
Kostka Hall
Kostka Hall is located on the Southside of campus and opened in 1970. Kostka Hall is named in honor of Saint Stanislaw Kostka, S.J. who was a Polish Jesuit. St. Kostka is a patron saint of students.
Hall Features
- Sophomore class housing
- Co-ed by wing/floor
- Two double rooms adjoined by a bathroom
- Common lounges
- Laundry facilities in the building
- Air conditioning
- Vending machines
- Elevator
- Three Resident Assistants throughout the building
Room Features
- Double occupancy
- Desks (3 drawers with keyboard drawer)
- Desk chairs
- Beds (most can be bunked, raised, or lofted)
- 3 drawer dressers
- Wardrobes or closets
- Micro-fridge (a combination microwave and refrigerator unit)
- Computer network connections
- Cable TV connection
- Phone connection (which students share but can set-up private voicemail)
- Window coverings
Room Dimensions
- Standard room (Including entry, closet, and bathroom) - 13' x 18.5'
Recommended Carpet Size
- Standard Room - 10' x 12'
First-Year & Sophomore
Living & Learning Communities
First-Year Living and Learning Communities provide students with comprehensive opportunities that integrate one’s academic, residential, and co-curricular experience.
Sophomore Residential Colleges
The Sophomore Residential Colleges Program brings together the concept of living and learning in manner unique to the Fairfield experience. This program’s distinctively designed academic courses, purposeful residential living experiences, and reflective mentorship encourages students to think aloud in the presence of their peers and mentors inside and outside of the classroom.
Junior & Senior
Apartments
Apartments
Living in the apartments provides students with an opportunity to learn self-responsibility and shared-responsibility. Residents are responsible for preparing their own meals (a limited meal plan option is available and popular with students). Due to the climate-controlled environment, utility costs are included in the apartment rental charges.
There are three apartment buildings for upperclass students:
47 Mahan Road and Meditz Hall are located in the southeast end of campus in The Village, adjacent to Kostka Hall and Claver Hall. Dolan Hall is located on the north end of campus, adjacent to the Townhouses.
47 Mahan Road contains 48, 4-person units. Each unit consists of four single bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, dining area, and bathroom. Apartments are centrally air-conditioned and climate controlled.
Apartments in 47 Mahan Road are equipped with the following:
- Beds
- Desks
- Desk chairs
- Wardrobes/closets
- Chests of drawers
- Living room couch and loveseat or chair
- End table
- Kitchen table and chairs
- Cable TV connections in the living room and each of the bedrooms
- Computer network connections in all bedrooms and one in the living room
Meditz Hall is a new apartment building that opened August 2011. The building consists of 4-, 6-, and 8-person apartments with double bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, dining area and 1-2 bathrooms. Apartments in Meditz Hall are centrally air-conditioned and climate-controlled and are equipped with the following:
- Beds
- Desks
- Desk Chairs
- Wardrobes/closets
- Chests of drawers
- Living room couch and loveseat or chair
- Coffee table
- Refrigerator and Stove
- Kitchen table and chairs
- Cable TV connections in the living room and each of the bedrooms
- Computer network connections in all bedrooms and one in the living room
Dolan Hall was completely gutted and renovated in 2011. The building consists of 4-, 6-, and 8- person apartments with double bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, dining area and 1-2 bathrooms. Apartments in Dolan Hall are centrally air-conditioned and climate-controlled and are equipped with the following:
- Beds
- Desks
- Desk chairs
- Wardrobes/closets
- Chests of drawers
- Living room couch and loveseat or chair
- Coffee table
- Refrigerator and stove
- Bar stools
- Cable TV connections in the living room and each of the bedrooms
- Computer network connections in all bedrooms and one in the living room
Apartment residents must provide their own lamps, cooking utensils, dishes, and cleaning supplies.
Living in the apartments provides students with an opportunity to learn self-responsibility and shared-responsibility. Residents are responsible for preparing their own meals (a limited meal plan option is available and popular with students). Due to the climate-controlled environment, utility costs are included in the apartment rental charges.
Townhouses
Townhouses
There are two Townhouse Complex on the north and south end of campus. The north townhouses consist of 102 units spread across 15 blocks of houses with 450 beds for upper-class living. Barnyard Manor consists of 18 units spread across 2 blocks with 128 beds for upperclass living.
The Townhouse Complex sits on the north end of campus, adjacent to the Dolan campus, athletic fields, the Walsh Athletic Center, and McAuliffe Hall. The Townhouses consist of 105 units spread across 15 blocks of houses, which are occupied by nearly 600 juniors and seniors. The Levee is also close by and serves as a social meeting point for townhouse residents.
Townhouses are two-story units consisting of two or three bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, dining area, a minimum of 1.5 bathrooms with an extra sink, and plenty of closet/storage space. Three-bedroom units have both standard and tub showers. All townhouses have central air-conditioning.
Townhouse units are equipped with the following:
- Beds
- Desks
- Desk chairs
- Built-in closets
- Chests of drawers
- Living room couch and loveseat or chair
- End table and bookshelves
- Kitchen table and chairs
- Cable TV connection in the living room
- Telephone line (which the residents share but can set up private voicemail)
- Computer network connections in all bedrooms
Townhouse residents must provide their own lamps, cooking utensils, dishes, and cleaning supplies.
Living in the townhouses provides students with an opportunity to learn self-responsibility and shared responsibility, which is outlined in the Townhouse Bill of Rights. View the Bill of Rights (PDF).
Residents are responsible for preparing their own meals (a limited meal plan option is available and popular with students).
The townhouse complex also features a student staff member to help aide the residents.
Living in the townhouses is limited to seniors and juniors on a space-available basis.
Build-A-House Program
Build-A-House Program
Marvel Men & Women for Health and Wellness
The purpose of the Build-A-House program is to allow rising juniors/seniors to design a residential community that focuses on the integration of living and learning through the implementation of a thematic Townhouse/Apartment. This will provide students an opportunity to share their thematic vision of the Build-A-House community with student peers throughout the Townhouses/Apartments and the campus community.
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