Fairfield University

Fairfield University is a private Jesuit university located in Fairfield, Connecticut, founded in 1942. The university focuses on developing the intellectual potential of its students while promoting ethical values and social responsibility, rooted in the Jesuit tradition of education. Fairfield offers a wide range of academic programs through its five schools and colleges, including the College of Arts and Sciences, the Graduate School of Education and Allied Professions, the School of Business, the Marion Peckham Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies, and the School of Engineering. Students can pursue bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees in various fields such as arts and sciences, business, nursing, education, and engineering. The university emphasizes interdisciplinary learning, research, and study-abroad opportunities, including a program in Florence, Italy. With approximately 5,000 full-time undergraduate students and 1,200 graduate students, Fairfield University welcomes individuals from diverse backgrounds who share a commitment to scholarship, justice, and truth. The university's mission reflects its Catholic identity and dedication to celebrating the dignity of every person.