Visiting campus is one of the best ways to learn more about Fairfield University's facilities, programs, faculty, and most importantly, our students. We encourage you to consider any or all of the following options for your visit.
Campus Visits
Campus Visits provide a great introduction to Fairfield University and last approximately 90 minutes. A Visit consists of an Information Session led by one of our admission counselors followed by a Campus Tour. Information Sessions include an overview of academic life at Fairfield University, as well as the admission process and financial aid. Campus Tours are led by one of our volunteer student tour ambassadors. Tours provide insight into student life at Fairfield University and include visits to the DiMenna-Nyselius Library, the Barone Campus Center, a residence hall room, a classroom, and Egan Chapel of St. Ignatius Loyola.
Fall 2018 Schedule
(Information Session Followed by a Campus Tour)
Monday, September 10 - Friday, November 16, 2018 *
Monday and Friday
10:30 a.m., 11:45 a.m., 1:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
* Exceptions: Monday, October 8 (Columbus Day) - Information Sessions Only at 9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday, October 9 (Columbus Day Holiday) - Campus Visits at 9:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
(Information Session Followed by a Campus Tour)
Saturday, September 15, 2018
Sunday, September 23, 2018
Sunday, September 30, 2018
Saturday, October 13, 2018
Saturday, October 27, 2018
Saturday, November 3, 2018
Sunday, November 11, 2018
Saturday, November 17, 2018
9:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
(School of Nursing Preview Program on Select Fridays)
The Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies and the Office of Undergraduate Admission welcome prospective students and their families to tour the facilities of the Egan School. However, due to the fact that simulation laboratories are actively utilized by students and faculty year round, tours of the labs are generally limited to the visit days below. If you have any questions about visit opportunities for the Egan School, please contact Paul Hovey, Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admission.
September 21, 2018
October 12, 2018
October 26, 2018
November 9, 2018
November 16, 2018
9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
(School of Engineering Preview Program on Select Mondays)
The School of Engineering and the Office of Undergraduate Admission welcome prospective students and their families to tour the facilities of the School of Engineering. However, due to the fact that laboratories are actively utilized by students and faculty year round, tours of the labs are generally limited to the visit days below. If you have any questions about visit opportunities for the School of Engineering, please contact Nicholas Rejebian, Admission Counselor.
October 22, 2018
October 29, 2018
November 5, 2018
9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
On-Campus Interviews
On-campus interviews are available beginning in the spring of your junior year through February of your senior year. Interview slots tend to fill quickly, especially during peak visit times, so if you would like to schedule an interview, we encourage you to register early.
Mailing List
To ensure that you will receive future mailings, please add your name to our mailing list by using our Student Online Inquiry Form or call the Office of Undergraduate Admission at (203) 254-4100, ext. 2906.
Have you visited or are you planning to visit Fairfield's campus on your own? Let us know!
Group Visits
Thank you for your interest in Fairfield University. We are looking forward to welcoming your high school group to campus. In order to have the best experience, please follow the guidelines below:
General Guidelines
Chaperone Policy
The Office of Undergraduate Admission requires that groups visiting campus have one (1) chaperone per every ten (10) students. We ask that chaperones remain with their students at all times. In order to have the best possible experience, we limit the groups to a maximum of 40 students. Unruly and/or disrespectful behavior will result in the immediate request to leave campus and the organization will forfeit the opportunity to return in the future.
** Please plan accordingly and allow extra time for your arrival to campus, due to possible traffic. **
Schedule
11:45 a.m. Arrival
12:00 p.m. Information Session
12:30 p.m. Campus Tour
1:45 p.m. Departure from Campus
Group Visits are ONLY OFFERED Tuesdays-Thursdays. In the summer months, group visits are offered Mondays-Thursdays.
To request a group visit, please complete the Group Visit Request Form. For questions about the group visit program, please contact Paul Hovey.
By Car
From New York via Connecticut Turnpike (I-95):
Take exit 22 in Connecticut - Round Hill Road. Continue straight through the stop sign at the end of the ramp. At the traffic light, take a left onto North Benson Road (Rt. 135) and continue straight for 0.8 miles (through two traffic lights.) The sign for the main entrance to Fairfield University will be on the left.
From Providence and New Haven via Connecticut Turnpike (I-95):
Take exit 22 in Connecticut - North Benson Road. Turn right at the end of the ramp onto North Benson Rd. (Rte. 135). Go straight for 0.8 miles (through two traffic lights). The main entrance to Fairfield University will be on the left.
From Hartford or Vermont via I-91:
Take I-91 South to I-95 South in New Haven. Take exit 22 in Connecticut - North Benson Road. Turn right at the end of the ramp onto North Benson Rd. (Rte. 135). Go straight for 0.8 miles (through two traffic lights). The main entrance to Fairfield University will be on the left.
From New York via Merritt Parkway (Rt. 15):
Take exit 44. Turn left off the ramp, and turn right onto Black Rock Tpke. (Rt. 58) at the light. Proceed 2 miles to Stillson Rd. (Rt. 135) and turn right. Bear left, at the second light, onto North Benson Road. The University entrance will be on your right.
From Hartford and New Haven via Merritt Parkway (Rt. 15):
Take exit 44, take a quick left off the ramp, then take another quick left onto Black Rock Tpke. (Rt. 58), proceed 2 miles to Stillson Rd. (Rt. 135) and turn right. Bear left, at the second light, onto North Benson Road. The University entrance will be on your right.
From Boston/New Hampshire and North:
Take the Mass Pike (Route 90) West to I-84 West (exit 9). Merge onto I-91 South. I-91 merges into I-95 South in New Haven. Take exit 22 - North Benson Road. Turn right at the end of the ramp onto North Benson Rd. (Rte. 135). Go straight for 0.8 miles (through two traffic lights). The main entrance to Fairfield University will be on the left.
By Train
Metro North EAST service to Fairfield from NYC and New Haven:
For information, from within Connecticut, call (800) 638-7646. In New York's Westchester and Dutchess Counties, dial (212) 532-4900. Car service is available at Fairfield Railroad Station. MetroNorth Railroad Website
Amtrak service to Bridgeport from Boston and Hartford:
For information, call (800) USA-RAIL. The Bridgeport station is approximately 10 minutes by car from Fairfield University. A 24-hour taxi service to Fairfield is available. For information, call (203) 255-5797. Amtrak Website
By Plane
New York area airports:
Newark International Airport | LaGuardia International Airport | JFK International Airport
Hartford / New Haven area airports:
Bradley International Airport | Tweed New Haven Airport
Parking Map
Campus map | Printable Parking Map (PDF)