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Congratulations On Your Admission

Now it is time to explore our campus, participate in programs for admitted students, talk to our faculty and administrators, engage with current students, compare the financial aid packages you've received, and most importantly, determine which school "feels right" and which campus you can see yourself moving onto in September. On this page, you will find important resources to assist you in making your final decision.

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Congratulations Class of 2029!

Points of Pride

99%

Student Success Rate

Top 5%

Best Colleges & Universities in the U.S.
– College Factual

Top 1%

Long-Term Value
– Georgetown University’s Center for Education and the Workforce

Deposit Deadline is May 1, 2025

Celebrate your admission and make it official by responding to your offer at .

If you are enrolling as a resident student, your $600 enrollment fee includes a $200 tuition deposit and a $400 campus housing deposit. If you are enrolling as a commuter student, your enrollment deposit is $200.

 

Find Yourself at Fairfield

We look forward to welcoming you to Stag Country!

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    Celebrate your admission and learn more about the Fairfield experience during our signature event for admitted students on Saturday, April 5 or Sunday, April 13, 2025.

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    General information sessions and campus tours are available starting in January. You might find it valuable to revisit Fairfield's facilities or ask additional questions. Our community is eager to support you as you choose your home for the next four years.

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    Experience a day in the life of a Stag! While visiting campus, you'll be paired with a current student who will bring you to class, show you their favorite campus spots, answer your questions one-on-one, and take you to lunch in the Tully Dining Commons. Schedule a visit.

School-Specific Offerings

Fairfield offfers school-specific programs on select dates starting in February, in collaboration with academic deans and faculty. These programs include presentations, interactions with currect students, and a facility tour. You also have the option to join a general campus tour.

Fairfield offfers school-specific programs on select dates starting in February, in collaboration with academic deans and faculty. These programs include presentations, interactions with currect students, and a facility tour. You also have the option to join a general campus tour.

Fairfield offfers school-specific programs on select dates starting in February, in collaboration with academic deans and faculty. These programs include presentations, interactions with currect students, and a facility tour. You also have the option to join a general campus tour.


 For Public Health and Social Work Students

Please connect with Paul Hovey, Director of Undergraduate Admission, via e-mail for major-specific visit opportunities.

Fairfield offfers school-specific programs on select dates starting in February, in collaboration with academic deans and faculty. These programs include presentations, interactions with currect students, and a facility tour. You also have the option to join a general campus tour.

Fairfield offfers school-specific programs on select dates starting in February, in collaboration with academic deans and faculty. These programs include presentations, interactions with currect students, and a facility tour. You also have the option to join a general campus tour.

Virtual Visits & Other Opportunities

Learn more about your chosen major, tour our facilities, and get important updates from the vice president of Enrollment Management. The Office of Undergraduate Admission has organized various engagement opportunities to help members of the Class of 2029 get to know our community better. Read more about these opportunities and register for our events below.

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Parent Conversations with the Vice President for Enrollment

Parents of admitted students are invited to join Corry Unis, vice president for enrollment, for a virtual conversation via Zoom.

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Self-Guided Campus Tour

If one of our official campus visit experiences doesn’t fit your schedule, we welcome families to explore campus through a self-guided tour. Maps with a suggested tour route are located in the red mailboxes outside the Kelley Center entrances.

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Office of Accessibility Information Session

This online session is offered to students with disabilities and their family members who want to learn more about ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ÊÓƵÎÞÏÞÖƹۿ´’s accommodations process.

Dates to Remember

Additional details, including information on orientation registration and the schedule, will be provided in mid-April.

Event Date

Early Decision I Deposit

January 15, 2025

Early Decision II Deposit

March 15, 2025

Early Action & Regular Decision Deposit

May 1, 2025

ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ÊÓƵÎÞÏÞÖƹۿ´ in Focus: Admitted Student Visit Day

Session 1: Saturday, April 5, 2025
Session 2: Sunday, April 13, 2025

First-Year Student Orientation

 

Session 1: Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Session 2: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Session 3: Monday, June 23, 2025
Session 4: Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Roommate(s) Contact Information Notification

August 2025

Fall Welcome and Move-In

Friday, August 29, 2025

First Day of Classes

September 2, 2025

Activities Fair

September 5, 2025

Alumni & Family Weekend

October 24-26, 2025

Class of 2029 Commencement Date

May 20, 2029

Get Ready for Orientation

Once you make your deposit to confirm your spot at Fairfield, it’s time for your orientation as a brand-new Stag.

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Academic Resources

Student Life Resources

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    New Students

    Take the next steps as a new Stag.

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    Student Services

    Guidance for settling into your new home.

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    Visit Life@Fairfield and get involved!

International Student Resources

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Contact Us

Office of the Bursar
203-254-4095
bursar@fairfield.edu
www.fairfield.edu/bursar

Office of Undergraduate Admission
P: (203) 254-4100
F: (203) 254-4199
admis@fairfield.edu

Office of Financial Aid
203-254-4125
finaid@fairfield.edu
www.fairfield.edu/finaid

Office of Residence Life
Barone Campus Center First Level
Room 96
(203) 254-4215
Fax: (203) 254-4151
residencelife@fairfield.edu

Office of Parent Engagement and Philanthropy
Ellen Dooley ‘85, Director
P: (203) 254-3276
edooley@fairfield.edu

Ready to join us at Fairfield?