Fairfield University admissions
Fairfield, CT
Fairfield University acceptance rate
33.3%
6,162 of 18,509 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Selective. With a rate like this, Fairfield University is a target or reach depending on how your profile compares with admitted students.
Key numbers
- Yield: 24% of admitted students enrolled (1,461 of 6,162).
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Common questions about Fairfield University
What is the acceptance rate at Fairfield University?
Fairfield University admitted 33.3% of applicants (6,162 of 18,509) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at Fairfield University?
1,461 of the 6,162 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 24%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at Fairfield University?
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