Top graduate earnings — known for business
Fairfield University is a private institution in Fairfield with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1323, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 4.9K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
84% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $88,794 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $46,274.
Established
1942
Motto
Per Fidem ad Plenam Veritatem
Mascot
Lucas the Stag
Type
Private university
Conference
Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) and is classified as NCAA Division I for a majority of its athletic programs
Division
Division I
Campus Visits
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45%Acceptance
1323SAT Avg
4,938Students
12:1Student:Faculty
84%Grad Rate
$88,794Earnings 10yr
$46,274Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate45.0%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1323
Reading & WritingMid: 655
620690
MathMid: 650
620690
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 29
2932
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$56,360
Room & Board$17,400
Books & Supplies$1,175
Total Cost of Attendance$73,371
Average Net Price$46,274
Median Debt at Graduation$26,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$276
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$32,161
$30–48K$28,062
$48–75K$35,003
$75–110K$39,355
$110K+$49,644
Programs (104)
Student Body
Undergrads
4,938
Gender Split
57% / 43%
Women / Men
First Generation
17%
Pell Grant Recipients
7%
Race & Ethnicity
White 81%
Black 1%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 2%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate83.8%
Freshman Retention89.7%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$73,693
8 Years$87,663
10 Years$88,794
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$76,200
Men
$84,900
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Source: Wikipedia