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
