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Congratulations On Your Admission!
Congratulations on your admission to Fairfield! Now it is time to explore our campus, participate in programs for admitted students, talk to our faculty and administrators, engage with current students, compare the financial aid packages you've received, and most importantly, determine which school "feels right" and which campus you can see yourself moving onto in September. On this page you will find important resources to assist you as you make your final decision.
Fairfield In Focus
Celebrate your admission with your future classmates and learn all there is to know about the Fairfield experience during Fairfield in Focus, our annual admitted students day. Take a campus tour, hear about a typical day in classroom from your professors, snap your first Stag selfie in our photo booth, and explore our 100-plus clubs and student services at our Student Life Fair. Whether it’s your first time visiting campus or your third, you’re sure to discover something new.
Admitted students and families of the incoming class will have two opportunities to attend Fairfield in Focus on Saturday, April 2, 2022, and Sunday, April 10, 2022. Be sure to register in advance for the date the works best for you at the links below.
Please note, that larger, in-person events are subject to change in accordance with state and local guidelines surrounding the pandemic.
Find Yourself At Fairfield
We look forward to welcoming you to Stag Country!
Multicultural Visit Program
Fairfield's Multicultural Visit Programs (MVP) highlight the unique diversity of our student body and connect future Stags with current Stags of color and/or unique backgrounds.
Admitted Student Weekend Visit
Fairfield is offering information sessions and campus tours on select Saturdays and Sundays at 9:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. in the spring.
Admitted Student Weekday Visits
Our Campus Visits tailored for admitted students are offered Monday and Friday at 1:30 p.m. in the spring.
Self-Guided Campus Tour
We welcome families to register for a self-guided tour of Fairfield’s campus. Maps with a suggested route are located in the red mailboxes outside of the entrances to the Kelley Center.
Virtual Visits & Opportunities
Learn more about your chosen major, meet faculty, tour our facilities, and get important updates from the Vice President of Enrollment Management - all from the comfort of your own home! The Office of Undergraduate Admission has organized a variety of virtual engagement opportunities to help members of the Class of 2026 get to know our community a bit better. Read more about these opportunities and register for our virtual events below.
Admitted Students Virtual Information Session
Virtual Information Sessions tailored for the Class of 2026 will be held via Zoom on select days during the week, and will provide valuable insights into the Fairfield experience.
Current Student Panel
Meet some of our current Stags and hear about their experiences at Fairfield. Panels will be conducted via Zoom beginning in February.
Parent Conversations with the Vice President for Enrollment
Parents of students admitted to Fairfield are invited to join Corry Unis, Vice President for Enrollment, for a virtual conversation via Zoom.
Admission Counselor Virtual Meetings
From application basics to the ins and outs of campus life, your admission counselor is one of your best resources. Schedule a meeting via Zoom or by phone to meet with a counselor and have your questions answered one-on-one.
Financial Aid Counselor Conversations
Fairfield is committed to every aspect of your education, including helping you afford it. Schedule a phone call with a financial aid counselor to learn more about the financing options available to you as a student.
Office of Accessibility Information Session
This online session is offered to students with disabilities and family members who want to learn more about the accommodations process at Fairfield University.
School Specific Offerings
College of Arts and Sciences
College of Arts and Sciences
The Office of Admission is delighted to partner with the College of Arts and Sciences to offer the following visit and learning opportunities to students admitted into the Class of 2026.
Fairfield in Focus Open House
Join us on Saturday, April 2 or Sunday, April 10 for an open house for admitted students.
Campus Visits for Arts and Sciences Students
Admitted students interested in studying the arts and/or sciences at Fairfield are invited to join us for a College of Arts and Sciences-specific information session scheduled on select days throughout the spring semester.
Faculty Student Research
The College of Arts and Sciences empowers and encourages undergraduate students from all disciplines to conduct innovative, in-depth, and collaborative research under the guidance and encouragement of faculty experts and staff. Each year, more than 300 faculty-student research projects are conducted in the areas of STEM, the humanities, arts, and social sciences, more than half of which are presented at national scholarly meetings and/or published in professional journals and manuscripts.
Fairfield University College of Arts & Sciences Research Symposium
State-of-the-Art Spaces and Academic Places
From a brand new innovation lab and media center to upgraded research and performance spaces, the College of Arts and Sciences is expanding its academic presence across Fairfield’s campus. Learn more about the exciting new facilities available to students enrolled in the arts and sciences.
Dolan School of Business
Dolan School of Business
The Office of Admission is delighted to partner with the Charles F. Dolan School of Business to offer the following visit and learning opportunities to students admitted into the Class of 2026.
Fairfield in Focus Open House
Join us on Saturday, April 2 or Sunday, April 10 for an open house for admitted students.
Campus Visits for Business Students
Students admitted into the Dolan School of Business are invited to join us for a business-specific information session scheduled on select Wednesdays throughout the spring semester.
Tour the Dolan School
Take a virtual tour of Fairfield’s new, state-of-the-art Charles F. Dolan School of Business.
Tour the New Charles F. Dolan School of Business
Fairfield StartUp Showcase
A signature Dolan School event, Fairfield StartUp is a yearlong, “Shark Tank” style entrepreneurship competition where students have the opportunity to pitch their original business ideas to a panel of investors and compete for seed money. In addition to the potential of receiving funding, students also learn how to develop a business plan and gain valuable entrepreneurship and networking experience from successful alumni.
StartUp 2021 | The Journey (Intro)
Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies
Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies
The Office of Admission is delighted to partner with the Marion Peckham Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies to offer the following visit and learning opportunities to students admitted into the Class of 2026.
Fairfield in Focus Open House
Join us on Saturday, April 2 or Sunday, April 10 for an open house for admitted students.
Campus Visits for Nursing and Health Studies Students
Students admitted into the Egan School are invited to join us for a nursing-specific information session scheduled on select Mondays throughout the spring semester.
In-Person Nursing Lab Tours
These visits, led by a current nursing student, are only of the labs within the Egan School. Registration is required and this opportunity is available to admitted students only. If you wish to pair your time at the Egan School with a general information session and campus tour, you may do so here.
Tour Our Simulation Lab
Take a virtual tour of Fairfield’s state-of-the-art simulation lab located in the Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies.
Fairfield University’s Marion Peckham Egan School of Nursing Simulation Center
School of Engineering
School of Engineering
The Office of Admission is delighted to partner with the School of Engineering to offer the following visit and learning opportunities to students admitted into the Class of 2026.
Fairfield in Focus Virtual Open House
Join us on Saturday, April 2 or Sunday, April 10 for a virtual open house for admitted engineering students. The session will begin at 11:00 a.m. and feature a greeting from Mark R. Nemec, PhD, President, a division overview from a member of the dean's office, and a student panel.
Campus Visits for Engineering Students
Students interested in studying engineering at Fairfield are invited to join us for an engineering-specific information session scheduled on select dates throughout the spring semester.
Hands-on Learning Opportunities
Students at Fairfield University's School of Engineering receive an education based on one-on-one interaction with dedicated faculty and close collaboration with like-minded peers. Not only will you learn how things work, but how to make them work better. This engaging, interactive approach will provide you with the necessary training and confidence to solve the world's engineering problems with creative and effective solutions. Find out why Fairfield is ranked among the best in the Country for STEM Education.
Fairfield University School of Engineering
Truss Bridge Project
Watch our engineering students put design theory to the test and experience what it’s like to blow up a bridge in a School of Engineering lab class.
Truss Bridge Design Activity | School of Engineering
Dates to Remember
Early Decision I Deposit Deadline
Date: January 15, 2022
Early Decision II Deposit Deadline
Date: March 15, 2022
Early Action & Regular Decision Deposit Deadline
Date: May 1, 2022
First-Year Student Orientation
Two-day, overnight orientation experiences will be held June 14–30, 2022. Additional details will be shared in Spring 2022. More information about registering for orientation can be found at fairfield.edu/orientation.
Roommate(s) Contact Information Notification
Date: August 2022
Fall Welcome and Move-In
Date: Saturday, September 3, 2022
First Day of Classes
Date: Tuesday, September 6, 2022
Activities Fair
Date: Friday, September 9, 2022
Alumni & Family Weekend
Date: Friday, October 21 → Sunday, October 23, 2022
Class of 2026 Commencement Date
Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026
*Dates subject to change
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