Selectivity and acceptance rates can be a big clue to how difficult it is to be admitted to Fairfield U. Compare your test scores to prior applicants to get a good understanding of who you’re competing against for entrance.
Selectivity (Fall 2021): What’s the Acceptance Rate for Students?
Open Admissions
No
Selectivity of College
Average Selectivity
Acceptance Rate
56%
Acceptance and Enrollment Stats (Fall 2021)
Applicant Total
12,674
Accepted
7,073
Enrolled
1,256
Boys vs. Girls: Who’s Applying More?
Applicants: Men - Women 40 to 60
Accepted: Men - Women 42 to 58
Enrolled: Men - Women 44 to 56
Average Test Scores
About 24% of students accepted to Fairfield U submitted their SAT scores. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 620 and 690. Math scores were between 610 and 690.
SAT Reading and Writing Scores for Fairfield University ( 620 to 690 )
SAT Math Scores for Fairfield University ( 610 to 690 )
Fairfield U received ACT scores from 7% of accepted students. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 27 and 31.
ACT Composite Scores for Fairfield University ( 27 to 31 )
Additional Question to Ask
A college’s selectivity gives us an idea of how rigorous the studies are, and how competitive the students are. However, not all students thrive in a competitive atmosphere, even if their grades are good. Does this college have the best learning environment for you?
by our College Data Analytics Team