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Is Fairfield U a Good School for the Money?

Below Average National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$200,791 Avg Total Cost

Fairfield University Value Report

College Factual's Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Fairfield U degree with its cost to determine if the school is asking a fair price. Read the Fairfield U annual value report below.

Below Average Value Nationwide

Below Average National Value
Top 10% National Quality
Expensive Price

Fairfield University is ranked #2,007 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, we believe Fairfield University is overpriced for the quality education it provides. (This takes into account average financial aid and may not apply to you if you have further scholarships, grant or aid provided to you.)

National Value Ranking  2007 out of 2223
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  10.44 out of 100
Overpriced
Great Value

Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores

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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

That Degree May Cost You $200,791 in Total

The average Fairfield U student's degree will cost an estimated $200,791. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $49,578 and a typical 4.05 years to graduate.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$49,578
Average Years to Graduate4.05
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$200,791

Many Factors Affect Net Price

There are many ways you can lower the cost of a college education. Consider taking advantage of in-state tuition, or shortening the length of your degree by taking summer classes. Learn more about Fairfield U cost for other factors that may affect net price such as the financial aid you qualify for that is largely based on your family's income.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$185,178 In-State With Aid
$282,751 Avg Cost No Aid
4.05 Years to Graduate

Net price can vary based on your unique situation.

Look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Fairfield U.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$282,751#0F
All Students$200,791#2,007F
Only Students Receiving Aid$185,178#2,125F
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$282,751#F
All Students$200,791#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$185,178#F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Connecticut.

About 97% of Fairfield U students receive financial aid. Get more details on what Fairfield U financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates average total cost by multiplying net price by time to graduation. We then compare the average total cost to other schools of a similar quality to determine value. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.

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