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Fairfield University

Private nonprofit Fairfield, CT · Suburban · New England · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
84%
Graduation Rate
$88,794
Earnings (10yr)
$48,095
Net Price
33%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Fairfield University has an impressive graduation rate of 84%, indicating that most students successfully complete their degrees. This high rate suggests a strong support system and engaged faculty, which helps students navigate their academic journey.

According to Opportunity Insights data, Fairfield's graduates earn a median income of $88,794 ten years after enrollment. This figure points to the university’s effectiveness in preparing students for the job market, particularly in fields like Business, Health Professions, and Communications. While the Pell Grant rate stands at 7%, indicating limited access for low-income students, the potential for upward mobility remains significant for those who do enroll.

The cost of attending Fairfield is notable, with a net price of $48,095 and a median debt of $26,000. Students who thrive here are often those pursuing careers in high-demand sectors, leveraging the university's strong programs in Business and Health Professions. Graduates leave with solid earning potential, which helps to mitigate the financial burden of their education.

Rankings

How Fairfield Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation84%Earnings 10yr$89KNet Price$48KRetention91%Median Debt$26KPell Grant Rate7%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$33K$0-30K$35K$30-48K$27K$48-75K$51K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%249.6%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%6319.4%MOBILITY157.73%

Cost & Financial Aid

$58,350
In-State Tuition
$58,350
Out-of-State
$48,095
Avg Net Price
$26,000
Median Debt
7%
Pell Grant Rate
43%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$33,302
Family Income $0–$30K
$35,155
Family Income $30K–$48K
$26,953
Family Income $48K–$75K
$50,773
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$73,693
6 Years After Entry
$87,663
8 Years
$88,794
10 Years
0.29x
Debt-to-Earnings
85%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$73,693 6yr $87,663 8yr $88,794 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

157.73%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
6319.4%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
249.6%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$151,500
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.82
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.03
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
3.9%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.285%
Inventor Rate
21
Total Patents
16
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 33%
Retention Rate 91%
SAT Average 1335
ACT Midpoint 29
SAT Range 1260–1390
ACT Range 29–32
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $13,298
Diversity Index 0.36
First-Gen Students 17%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 46%
Health Professions 19%
Communications 8%
Psychology 6%
Social Sciences 5%
Biology & Biomedical 4%
Computer Science & IT 2%
Engineering 2%