Fairfield University

Fairfield University is generally more expensive than Portland State University. Here's a breakdown of the cost differences between the two institutions:
Fairfield University in Connecticut has a total cost ranging from $47,900 to $75,300. The estimated cost of attendance for full-time undergraduate students includes tuition, fees, and other expenses like health insurance, totaling around $55,510 for first-year residents.
Portland State University in Oregon has a total cost of $14,000 to $29,700. The in-state tuition and fees are $9,375 for the 2023-24 academic year. 

For admission to Fairfield University, a minimum TOEFL score of 80 on the Internet-based test (iBT) is required. Additionally, a minimum score of 550 on the paper-based test is also accepted. 

The other accepted English proficiency exams with their minimum scores are as follows:
IELTS: A minimum score of 6.5 is required
Duolingo English Test: A minimum score of 105 is required for admission to Fairfield University. 

Fairfield University considers students for merit scholarships during the admissions process without requiring specific minimum test scores. However, one notable exception is the Magis Scholarship, which requires an A average, a 2000 SAT score, or a 29–30 ACT score for eligibility. For financial aid and satisfactory academic progress, Fairfield University expects students to maintain certain grade point averages (GPAs) and completion rates of credit hours attempted. 

Fairfield University has a diverse student body with students from various countries. At the undergraduate level, students represent over 50 countries across four continents, including China, India, Ireland, Vietnam, Peru, and Mexico. Similarly, at the graduate level, students come from over 40 countries across four continents, such as China, Nepal, the United Kingdom, Peru, and Mexico. The university provides support for international students through resources like the Office of Student Engagement and Global Fairfield to assist with orientation and transition to life at Fairfield University and the United States. 

Some of the most preferred courses by Indian students at Fairfield University include MS in Electrical and Computer Engineering, MS in Accounting, Master of Business Administration, MS in Data Science, MS in Software Engineering, MS in Mathematics, MA in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, BS in Marketing, MS in Business Analytics (STEM), Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, and MS in Management of Technology, among others. 

Fairfield University is ranked #124 in the 2024 edition of Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report, in the National Universities category. The Charles F. Dolan School of Business programs are among the Top 20 in the U.S. and #1 in Connecticut for Accounting, Business Analytics, Finance, and Marketing, according to U.S. News & World Report. The Wall Street Journal and College Pulse, in collaboration with the independent market research firm Statista, recognised Fairfield University as one of America's Best Colleges 2024, ranking it at No. 124.