Acceptance Rate History
Fairfield University Acceptance Rate (2013–2024)
CT · Current rate: 33.3%
What is Fairfield University's acceptance rate in 2024?
Fairfield University's acceptance rate in 2024 is 33.3%, down from 45.0% in 2023.
College Scorecard, 2024
Year-by-Year Data
| Year | Acceptance Rate | Applicants | Admitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 33.3% | N/A | N/A |
| 2023 | 45.0% | N/A | N/A |
| 2022 | 52.2% | 13,359 | 6,971 |
| 2021 | 55.8% | 12,674 | 7,073 |
| 2020 | 56.1% | 12,586 | 7,065 |
| 2019 | 57.1% | 12,315 | 7,035 |
| 2018 | 60.3% | 11,361 | 6,851 |
| 2017 | 60.6% | 11,218 | 6,794 |
| 2016 | 61.5% | 11,055 | 6,795 |
| 2015 | 65.0% | 10,767 | 6,995 |
| 2014 | 71.5% | 9,978 | 7,137 |
| 2013 | 71.2% | 9,254 | 6,585 |
Source: IPEDS Admissions Survey (NCES) · College Scorecard
Admitted Student Profile
SAT Range · Middle 50% (25th–75th)
1260–1390
Admitted students at Fairfield University scored between 1260 and 1390 on the SAT (middle 50%).
Source: College Scorecard · U.S. Dept of Education
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Middle 50% of admitted students scored 1260–1390.
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Trend Analysis
Fairfield University's acceptance rate has decreased from 71.2% in 2013 to 33.3% in 2024, reflecting increased selectivity. The most notable shift occurred in 2024.
Analysis compiled from official data trends.
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