Fast Facts 2012-13


Founded: 1942, by the Jesuits

Undergraduate Students: 3,300

Graduate Students: 1,300

University Schools:

College of Arts and Sciences
Charles F. Dolan School of Business
School of Engineering
School of Nursing
Graduate School of Education and Allied Professions

Undergraduate Profile:

Receiving Academic Scholarship: 34%
Receiving Financial Aid: 70%
AHANA Students (African American, Hispanic, Asian, Native American): 16%
*SAT Scores of Middle 50% of Admitted Students: 1690-1910
*ACT Composite Score of Middle 50% of Admitted Students: 25-28

*Admission to Fairfield is test optional

Tuition for 2012-2013: $41,090
Room and Board: $12,550
Fees: $600

Student to Faculty Ratio: 11:1

Faculty Holding Highest Degree in their Field: 91%

Undergraduate Majors: 41

Interdisciplinary Minors: 16

Graduate Programs: 41

Study Abroad Programs: Over 100 approved programs

NCAA Division 1 Athletic Teams: 20

Number of Club Sports: 17

Student Clubs and Organizations: 80

Fulbright Awards: Over 60 students awarded this prestigious award since 1993

Of the Class of 2011 Survey Respondents:

93% Secured full-time employment, admission to graduate school or to service programs.
44% Found jobs through internships
30% Found jobs through campus recruiting