Fairfield University

1073 North Benson Road
Fairfield, Connecticut 06824
Fairfield University is a Jesuit institution that prepares undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education students for leadership and service in a constantly changing world. If you're researching Connecticut colleges, consider this: Approximately 5,000 students from 34 states, 45 countries, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico are enrolled at the University's six schools.

With a foundation in the time-honored values of Jesuit universities, and a dynamic blend of theoretical and applied learning, a Fairfield University education prepares students for life-long success measured by how deeply they challenge themselves and how they influence the world for the better.

Among Connecticut colleges, Fairfield University is a valuable contributor to the region and state, graduating well-prepared, talented students who are ready to make a lasting contribution to the community. Fairfield University also enhances the quality of life in southwestern Connecticut by providing a cultural and intellectual richness that is difficult to match.
Quick Facts:
  • Fairfield University's 200-acre campus includes 34 buildings with eight student residence halls and 105 townhouse units linked with a fiber-optic cable system that allows students to access data banks, the library, the Internet and cable television.
  • Thirty-nine Fairfield University students have been awarded Fulbrights since 1993, a prestigious and highly competitive award for international study.
  • Fairfield University was recently listed as highly competitive in the 2007 edition of Barron's Profiles of American Colleges, making it well-respected among top-tier Connecticut colleges.
  • In the tradition of Jesuit universities, nearly one-third of Fairfield University students are engaged in volunteer programs serving soup kitchens, health centers, schools and other community programs in nearby cities.
  • Fairfield University takes part in Division I athletics (19 teams); offers nine club sports; as well as intramurals, in which 65% of student body participates.

This school profile has been compiled and updated by The CollegeBound Network. The school is not affiliated with The CollegeBound Network and shall not be considered a sponsor of this program.
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