Fairfield Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

Fairfield Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Fairfield, Connecticut

There are at least 3 colleges in Fairfield, listed and described below. These schools represent 10,939 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 10,062 full-time students, and a reported 4,870 dorm rooms.

Nearby cities and towns have as many or more colleges or students than Fairfield; see particularly Bridgeport, Stamford, and Danbury colleges.

The largest schools here include Sacred Heart University and Fairfield University.

Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Connecticut Colleges.

Of Note For College Students

Fairfield is notable for the large percent of its residents with college degrees.
There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Fairfield.
Housing and buildings in Fairfield tend to be newer than most.
A lot of people walk and bicycle in Fairfield.

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Fairfield Colleges with Open Admissions

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2008-2009 information.

Brio Academy of Fairfield
675 Kings Highway East
Fairfield, Connecticut 06825

Programs: cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care.
Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
Student Body: 114 students, 117 full-time equivalent.
Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Colleges in Fairfield with Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2008-2009 information.

Fairfield University
1073 N Benson Rd
Fairfield, Connecticut 06824-5195

Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: finance, communication studies, registered nursing, business management, accounting, marketing, psychology, English.
Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
Student Body: 5,024 students, 4,748 full-time equivalent.
Dorms: 2,500 student capacity.
SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 520-610. Math: 540-630. Writing: 540-630.
Flexibility: AP credits.
Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Sacred Heart University
5151 Park Ave
Fairfield, Connecticut 06825-1000

Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: education, business management, psychology, athletic trainer, finance, elementary/middle school admin, criminal justice and safety, accounting.
Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
Student Body: 5,801 students, 5,197 full-time equivalent.
Dorms: 2,370 student capacity.
SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 481-579. Math: 491-587.
Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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Colleges in Nearby Cities and Towns

(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2007.)

City/Town	Colleges	Pop. (2000)	Students	Dorms
Bridgeport Colleges	7	139,529	10,206	839
Danbury Colleges	3	74,848	6,321	1,724
Milford Colleges	1	52,305	33
Norwalk Colleges	2	82,951	6,231
Stamford Colleges	3	117,083	1,333	195
Stratford Colleges	1	49,976	2,083

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