Fairfield University

Fairfield University Admission Processes

Fairfield University Application Deadlines

For overseas students, the institute offers a variety of courses and admits them during the fall and spring intakes. The university has many program-specific deadlines for admission applications. The following lists the various deadlines and the programmes that they apply to:

Admission Standards - Very High

Applications Accepted - 56.1% 

Inernational students interested in applying to any of Fairfield University's master's degree programs, must submit the following items at www.fairfield.edu/applynow:

• Completed Online Application
• Non-refundable $65 Application Fee
• Personal Statement: A self-evaluation of the applicant's work experience and career objectives (submitted online)
• Professional Resume: A current resume that includes applicant's employment and education history (submitted online)
• Two Recommendation Forms and Letters: At the time of application, you will need to provide your two recommender's names and email addresses. Each recommender should be a current employer, supervisor, or professor. They will be required to submit their recommendations online. 
• Official Test Scores: Additional test scores may be required for specific programs. 
• Certified English Translations and Course-by-Course Evaluations: Must be submitted by approved evaluators of all foreign academic records
• Official TOEFL, IELTS or DUOLINGO Test Scores: Scores are required from international students whose native language is not English. For the TOEFL, a minimum of score of 80 (Internet-based), 213 (computer-based), or a minimum score of 550 (paper-based) is recommended. For the IELTS, a minimum score of a 6.5 is required. For DUOLINGO a minimum score of 105 is required. For students applying to the School of Education and Human Development ONLY: A TOEFL composite score of 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based), or 84 (Internet-based) with a minimum score of 21 in reading and 23 in writing is required for admission. A score of 7.5 is required if taking the IELTS.
• Copy of Passport
• Financial Documentation: International students must submit copies of bank statements demonstrating funds to cover the one year estimated cost of attendance.
• Affidavit of Financial Support: Must be submitted if funds to cover the cost of attendance are being demonstrated by the applicant’s parents, legal guardians, or sponsors