Fairfield University
Fairfield, CT · Private Nonprofit
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1260 and 1390 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 29
Popular programs at Fairfield University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | 213 | |
| 2 | Finance and Financial Management Services. | 183 | |
| 3 | Marketing. | 148 | |
| 4 | Accounting and Related Services. | 121 | |
| 5 | Psychology, General. | 69 | |
| 6 | Communication and Media Studies. | 61 | |
| 7 | Biology, General. | 42 | |
| 8 | Economics. | 42 | |
| 9 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 41 | |
| 10 | Computer and Information Sciences, General. | 32 | |
| 11 | Political Science and Government. | 29 | |
| 12 | Mechanical Engineering. | 26 | |
| 13 | English Language and Literature, General. | 23 | |
| 14 | Data Analytics. | 20 | |
| 15 | International Business. | 18 | |
| 16 | International Relations and National Security Studies. | 17 | |
| 17 | Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | 16 | |
| 18 | Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | 16 | |
| 19 | Mathematics. | 12 | |
| 20 | Sociology. | 12 |
Showing top 20 of 39 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Fairfield University?
Fairfield University has an acceptance rate of 33% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Fairfield University?
Admitted students at Fairfield University typically score between 1260 and 1390 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Fairfield University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Fairfield University is approximately $48,095 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Fairfield University?
4-year graduation rate data for Fairfield University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.
