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We Are Called to Do More

The 76th Commencement Exercises took place on Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17, 2026. Relive the ceremony, explore the 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.

Our Student Outcomes

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

Minors

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

Explore Your Interests

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.

100+

Clubs and Organizations

A space for every student to explore their interests.

Happening at Fairfield

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Faculty and Students Earn Fulbright Scholarships

Fairfield University faculty members Michelle Farrell, PhD, and Shannon Harding, PhD, as well as undergraduate Caroline Cossman ’26 and graduate student Eva Criscuolo have been awarded Fulbright honors for the 2026–27 academic year.