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The admission process at Fairfield University is holistic. Our belief in the importance of a thorough and careful review of all aspects of your application reflects our mission as a Jesuit institution. We seek to educate the whole person, and our admission practices reflect that goal.
Fairfield University recognizes the Common Application as its own application form.
Applicants
First Year Applicants
If you are applying as a first year student, you will be required to submit additional credentials along with a completed Common Application. Take a look at our online checklist to see what items are needed to finalize your application process.
International Applicants
Fairfield University welcomes applications from international students around the world in recognition of the diverse perspective they bring to the classroom and the greater University community.
For more information about additional forms potentially required for your application, please visit the International Admitted Students page.
Transfer Applicants
Fairfield University welcomes transfer students from accredited colleges and universities.
Be sure to download the additional forms required for your application, if appropriate.
Part-Time Students
There are many opportunities to advance your education as a part-time student at Fairfield University. Whether you are an college student visiting from another university, an adult seeking to start or finish their bachelor’s degree, or a high school senior interested in earning college credits, our flexible course offerings and supportive staff will give you everything you need to succeed on your own schedule.
Veterans
Fairfield University thanks all veterans for your service to our country and are delighted that you are considering our university to attain your higher education goals. At Fairfield we highly value the qualities you have exemplified during your military service - those of dedication, responsibility, and leadership. As students at our University, veterans bring a wide range of experiences from their service into their academic pursuits and they add much to the fabric of our undergraduate and graduate student population.
Choosing the Right Application Plan
Fairfield University offers three admission deadlines: Early Decision, Early Action, and Regular Decision. Learn more about our options below to determine which application plan is right for you.
Early Decision I/II
Early Decision (ED) is a binding program that demonstrates your interest in Fairfield. If Fairfield is your top school or if you are applying to one of our increasingly competitive programs in the Dolan School of Business or Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies, ED could be a good option.
Application Deadlines
Early Decision I: Nov. 15
Early Decision II: Jan. 15
Early Action
Early Action (EA) attracts the largest pool of applicants and is a non-binding program. It is designed for the student who wants to learn of their admission decision earlier in the process (December).
EA Application Deadline
Nov. 1
Regular Decision
Regular Decision (RD) makes sense for the student who needs extra time with their application. For example, these students may be waiting for their first semester grades to become available in order for them to be considered by the Admission Committee.
RD Application Deadline
Jan. 15
Contact Us
For more information about Fairfield University's undergraduate programs, please contact:
Office of Undergraduate Admission
Fairfield University
1073 North Benson Road
Fairfield, CT 06824
admis@fairfield.edu
Phone: (203) 254-4100
Fax: (203) 254-4199