Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 84.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 83.8%
- Retention Rate
- 89.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $88,794
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 81.6%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $276/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Doctoral | $150,874 | $77,946 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $104,749 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $76,749 | $25,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Master | $73,737 | |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor | $69,338 | |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $68,666 | $26,644 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $68,363 | $28,450 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $66,653 | |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $64,608 | $27,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $62,343 | $26,633 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $61,516 | $27,000 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master | $54,435 | $51,250 |
| International Business. | Bachelor | $53,775 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $53,552 | $25,000 |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design. | Master | $52,941 |
Outcomes Overview
Fairfield graduates earn a median of $88,794 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 29% with typical debt of $26,000. Monthly loan payments of $276 represent only 3.7% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 97.4% employment rate reflects strong outcomes for business majors who often enter finance and consulting roles in nearby New York City. Many alumni leverage Fairfield's extensive network in corporate America, following paths similar to notable graduates like former eBay CEO Meg Whitman. With an 81.6% loan repayment rate and graduates consistently finding well-paying positions, Fairfield delivers a strong return on investment despite its premium price tag.