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Acceptance Rate History
Fairfield University
CT · Current rate: 45%
CDS · IPEDSU.S. Dept. of Education
Year-by-Year Data
| Year | Acceptance Rate | Applicants | Admitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 44.98% | N/A | N/A |
| 2022 | 52.18% | 13,359 | 6,971 |
| 2021 | 55.81% | 12,674 | 7,073 |
| 2020 | 56.13% | 12,586 | 7,065 |
| 2019 | 57.13% | 12,315 | 7,035 |
| 2018 | 60.3% | 11,361 | 6,851 |
| 2017 | 60.56% | 11,218 | 6,794 |
| 2016 | 61.47% | 11,055 | 6,795 |
| 2015 | 64.97% | 10,767 | 6,995 |
| 2014 | 71.53% | 9,978 | 7,137 |
| 2013 | 71.16% | 9,254 | 6,585 |
Source: IPEDS Admissions Survey (NCES) · College Scorecard
Trend Analysis
Fairfield University's acceptance rate has decreased from 71.2% in 2013 to 45.0% in 2026, reflecting increased selectivity. The most notable shift occurred in 2026.
Analysis generated based on official data trends.
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