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We Are Called to Do More

The 76th Commencement Exercises will take place on Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17, 2026. For Livestream, Schedule of Events and more, visit fairfield.edu/commencement.

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Values-Based, Student-Centric, Outcomes-Focused

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Jesuit through mission, transformative by design.

Among The Best

Class of 2030 Applicant Pool Sets New Records

Increasing appeal among students as a first-choice institution.
Top 1% for long-term value

Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce.
98% of Graduates Secured Full-Time Employment

Over the last eight years, more than 98% of graduates have secured full-time employment or have enrolled in a graduate or professional school.

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Asking Important Questions, Creating New Possibilities

Find your purpose through meaningful inquiry and reflection.

Magis Core Curriculum

Student Spotlight

Everyone knows everyone; students, faculty, and staff are extremely connected, welcoming, and friendly.

Giana Valela, '24

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Public Relations,
Marketing

Majors

Communication

My Global Capital Markets professor worked at J.P. Morgan. His perspective and the stories he told were crucial in helping me learn what I want to do with my life and understanding the different pathways in the business realm.

Manny Casado, '24

Minors

Management

Majors

Finance

The opportunities to get involved in a larger community through Fairfield make this school unique. I was fortunate to attend a Dolan School of Business networking/immersion trip to Silicon Valley which gave me greater insight into the entrepreneurial mindset.

Ainsley Corriveau, '25

Minors

Entrepreneurship

Majors

Marketing,
Management

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Caring for the Whole Person

A community grounded in radical hospitality.

Life at Fairfield

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At Fairfield we provide a rich opportunity to grow as a whole person with the help of mentors, professors and community members, along with meeting lifelong friends.

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Located within the heart of commerce and culture, our campus has the best of both worlds.

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Our University traditions foster community and lifelong learning.

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Fairfield University is one of 27 Jesuit colleges and universities in the United States.

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A space for every student to explore their interests.

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Students in caps and gowns lined up at their seats on a bright, sunny day as Commencement exercises begin.

Fairfield University to Mark 76th Commencement Ceremonies, May 14 – 17

Fairfield University will celebrate more than 2,000 graduates across three Commencement ceremonies, recognizing the achievements of students earning associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.