Form990


Department of the TreasuryInternal Revenue Service
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except private foundations)
Do not enter social security numbers on this form as it may be made public.
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OMB No. 1545-0047
2024
Open to Public Inspection
A For the 2024 calendar year, or tax year beginning 07-01-2024 , and ending 06-30-2025
BCheck if applicable:
CName of organization
Fairfield University
 
 
Doing business as
 
 
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
1073 NORTH BENSON ROAD
 
Room/suite
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code
FAIRFIELD, CT06824
D Employer identification number

06-0646623
E Telephone number

G Gross receipts $ 785,216,958
F Name and address of principal officer:
MARK R NEMEC PHD
1073 NORTH BENSON ROAD
FAIRFIELD,CT06824
I
Tax-exempt status: (   ) (insert no.) or
J
Website:
WWW.FAIRFIELD.EDU
H(a)
Is this a group return for
subordinates?
H(b)
Are all subordinates
included?
If "No," attach a list. See instructions.
H(c)
Group exemption number  
K Form of organization:  
L Year of formation: 1942
M State of legal domicile: CT
Part I
Summary
Activities & Governance 1 Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: FAIRFIELD'S MISSION IS TO DEVELOP THE CREATIVE INTELLECTUAL POTENTIAL OF ITS STUDENTS AND TO FOSTER IN THEM ETHICAL AND RELIGIOUS VALUES AND A SENSE OF SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY.
2 Check this box
3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) ........ 3 31
4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) ..... 4 28
5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2024 (Part V, line 2a) ...... 5 3,771
6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) ............. 6 830
7a Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 ........ 7a 184,635
b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, Part I, line 11 ......... 7b 36,716
Revenues Prior Year Current Year
8 Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) ......... 46,841,328 71,094,862
9 Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) ......... 403,023,980 449,155,242
10 Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) .... 38,241,471 36,803,393
11 Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e) 1,201,679 1,544,816
12 Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) 489,308,458 558,598,313
Expenses; 13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )... 124,334,323 139,754,522
14 Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4)..... 0 0
15 Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5–10) 176,199,285 192,589,930
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e) ..... 218,820 327,262
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) 11,438,413    
17 Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24e).... 131,666,488 141,200,297
18 Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) 432,418,916 473,872,011
19 Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12....... 56,889,542 84,726,302
Net Assets or Fund Balances; Beginning of Current Year End of Year
20 Total assets (Part X, line 16)............. 1,209,670,431 1,304,678,399
21 Total liabilities (Part X, line 26)............. 358,412,879 349,739,686
22 Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20..... 851,257,552 954,938,713
Part II
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Cat. No. 11282Y Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Page 2
Part III
Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part III..............
1
Briefly describe the organization’s mission: TO ESTABLISH, ORGANIZE, MAINTAIN AND CONDUCT AN INSTITUTION FOR SECONDARY, UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE EDUCATION IN THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, AND TO PERFORM SUCH OTHER WORKS OF EDUCATION, CHARITY AND RELIGION. SEE SCHEDULE O.
2
Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on
the prior Form 990 or 990-EZ? .....................
If "Yes," describe these new services on Schedule O.
3
Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program
services? ...........................
If "Yes," describe these changes on Schedule O.
4
Describe the organization’s program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by expenses. Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.
4a (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 332,212,014 including grants of $ 137,576,878 ) (Revenue $ 364,729,472 )
HIGHER LEARNING: FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY IS AN INSTITUTION OF HIGHER LEARNING WITH UNDERGRADUATE, GRADUATE, DOCTORATE AND CONTINUING EDUCATION ACADEMIC PROGRAMS INCLUDING STUDENTS RESIDING ON CAMPUS AND INCLUDES A COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL. SEE SCHEDULE O.
4b (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 54,495,410 including grants of $ 2,177,644 ) (Revenue $ 77,076,816 )
AUXILIARY SERVICES: AUXILIARY SERVICES INCLUDE THE COSTS OF ROOM AND BOARD FOR APPROXIMATELY 3,925 FULL-TIME UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS LIVING ON CAMPUS IN RESIDENCE HALLS, TOWNHOUSES, AND APARTMENT COMPLEXES RESIDING ON A 200-ACRE CAMPUS. GRADUATE STUDENT HOUSING IS ALSO OFFERED IN INDEPENDENT OFF-CAMPUS HOUSES, AND IN APARTMENT STYLE RESIDENCE HALLS.
4c (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 8,863,209 including grants of $ 0 ) (Revenue $ 7,221,864 )
OTHER ACTIVITIES: A VARIETY OF STUDENT SERVICES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT AT THE QUICK CENTER, AND STUDENT ACTIVITIES FOR CLUB SPORTS.
4d Other program services (Describe in Schedule O.)
(Expenses $   including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
4e Total program service expenses395,570,633
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Page 3
Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules
Yes
No
1
Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If "Yes," complete Schedule AClick to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
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1
Yes
 
2
Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors? See instructions. Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
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2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part I.............
3
 
No
4
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities, or have a section 501(h) election in effect during the tax year? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part IIClick to see attachment
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4
Yes
 
5
Is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Rev. Proc. 98-19? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part IIIClick to see attachment
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5
 
No
6
Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts for which donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part I.........................
6
 
No
7
Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space,
the environment, historic land areas, or historic structures? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IIClick to see attachment
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7
Yes
 
8
Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If "Yes,"
complete Schedule D, Part IIIClick to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
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8
Yes
 
9
Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21 for escrow or custodial account liability; serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IV..............
9
 
No
10
Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in temporarily restricted endowments, permanent endowments, or quasi endowments? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VClick to see attachment
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10
Yes
 
11
If the organization’s answer to any of the following questions is "Yes," then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, VIII, IX, or X, as applicable.
a
Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line 10? If "Yes," complete
Schedule D, Part VI. Click to see attachment
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11a
Yes
 
b
Did the organization report an amount for investments—other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIIClick to see attachment
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11b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization report an amount for investments—program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIII.......
11c
 
No
d
Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IX............
11d
 
No
e
Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part XClick to see attachment
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11e
Yes
 
f
Did the organization’s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addresses the organization’s liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part XClick to see attachment
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11f
Yes
 
12a
Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes," complete
Schedule D, Parts XI and XIIClick to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
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12a
Yes
 
b
Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes," and if the organization answered "No" to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI and XII is optional
12b
 
No
13
Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If "Yes," complete Schedule EClick to see attachment
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13
Yes
 
14a
Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States? .....
14a
Yes
 
b
Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising, business, investment, and program service activities outside the United States, or aggregate foreign investments valued at $100,000 or more? If "Yes," complete Schedule F, Parts I and IV.........Click to see attachment
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14b
Yes
 
15
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for any foreign organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts II and IV.....
15
 
No
16
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or other assistance to or for foreign individuals? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts III and IV...Click to see attachment
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16
Yes
 
17
Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000 of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part I. See instructions. ....Click to see attachment
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17
Yes
 
18
Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part II............ Click to see attachment
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18
Yes
 
19
Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part III...................
19
 
No
20a
Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If "Yes," complete Schedule H....
20a
 
No
b
If "Yes" to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited financial statements to this return?
20b
 
 
21
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to any domestic organization or domestic government on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and II.....
21
 
No
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)
Yes
No
22
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for domestic individuals on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III........Click to see attachment
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22
Yes
 
23
Did the organization answer "Yes" to Part VII, Section A, line 3, 4, or 5, about compensation of the organization’s current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If "Yes," complete Schedule J....................... Click to see attachment
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23
Yes
 
24a
Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If “Yes,” answer lines 24b through 24d and complete Schedule K. If “No,” go to line 25a...............Click to see list of attachments
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24a
Yes
 
b
Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception?...
24b
 
No
c
Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year
to defease any tax-exempt bonds? ...............
24c
 
No
d
Did the organization act as an "on behalf of" issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year?...
24d
 
No
25a
Section 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I ....
25a
 
No
b
Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization’s prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I.......................
25b
 
No
26
Did the organization report any amount on Part X, line 5 or 22 for receivables from or payables to any current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part II...........
26
 
No
27
Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to any current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or employee thereof, a grant selection committee member, or to a 35% controlled entity (including an employee thereof) or family member of any of these persons?
If "Yes," complete
Schedule L, Part IIIClick to see attachment
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27
Yes
 
28
Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties (see the Schedule L, Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions):
a
A current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, or substantial contributor? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV......................
28a
 
No
b
A family member of any individual described in line 28a? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV.....
28b
 
No
c
A 35% controlled entity of one or more individuals and/or organizations described in line 28a or 28b? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV.....................
28c
 
No
29
Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M..Click to see attachment
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29
Yes
 
30
Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M .................Click to see attachment
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30
Yes
 
31
Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Part I
31
 
No
32
Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Part II........................
32
 
No
33
Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations sections 301.7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part I............
33
 
No
34
Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part II, III, or IV, and Part V, line 1.........................
34
 
No
35a
Did the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)?
35a
 
No
b
If ‘Yes’ to line 35a, did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2 ...
35b
 
No
36
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2.............
36
 
No
37
Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part VI
37
 
No
38
Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations on Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11b and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. ............
38
Yes
 
Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part V...........
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number reported in box 3 of Form 1096. Enter -0- if not applicable ..
1a
8,466
b
Enter the number of Forms W-2G included on line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable .
1b
0
c
Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? ..................
1c
Yes
 
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
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Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance (continued)
2a
Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and
Tax Statements, filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return ..................
2a
3,771
b
If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns?
2b
Yes
 
3a
Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?...
3a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If “No” to line 3b, provide an explanation in Schedule O...
3b
Yes
 
4a
At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financial account)? ..
4a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign country: IT
See instructions for filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR).
5a
Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year? ..
5a
 
No
b
Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
5b
 
No
c
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? ............
5c
 
 
6a
Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible as charitable contributions? ...
6a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductible? ......................
6b
 
 
7
Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).
a
Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor? ....................
7a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided? .....
7b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282? .........................
7c
 
No
d
If "Yes," indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year ....
7d
 
e
Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?
7e
 
No
f
Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract? ..
7f
 
No
g
If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required? ......................
7g
 
 
h
If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C? ..........................
7h
 
 
8
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds. Did a donor advised fund maintained by the sponsoring organization have excess business holdings at any time during the year? ........
8
 
 
9
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.
a
Did the sponsoring organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?........
9a
 
 
b
Did the sponsoring organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person?...
9b
 
 
10
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12 ...
10a
 
b
Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities
10b
 
11
Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:
a
Gross income from members or shareholders .........
11a
 
b
Gross income from other sources. (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against amounts due or received from them.) ..........
11b
 
12a
Section 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041?
12a
 
 
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year.
12b
 
13
Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.
a
Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state? .........
Note. See the instructions for additional information the organization must report on Schedule O.
13a
 
 
b
Enter the amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans ....
13b
 
c
Enter the amount of reserves on hand ............
13c
 
14a
Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year?.....
14a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If "No," provide an explanation in Schedule O..
14b
 
 
15
Is the organization subject to the section 4960 tax on payment(s) of more than $1,000,000 in remuneration or excess parachute payment(s) during the year? ....................
If "Yes," see the instructions and file Form 4720, Schedule N.
15
 
No
16
Is the organization an educational institution subject to the section 4968 excise tax on net investment income? ..
If "Yes," complete Form 4720, Schedule O.
16
 
No
17
Section 501(c)(21) organizations. Did the trust, or any disqualified or other person engage in any activities that would result in the imposition of an excise tax under section 4951, 4952, or 4953? ..
If "Yes," complete Form 6069.
17
 
 
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
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Part VI
Governance, Management, and Disclosure. For each "Yes" response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a "No" response to lines 8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions.
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VI..............
Section A. Governing Body and Management
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year
1a
31
If there are material differences in voting rights among members of the governing body, or if the governing body delegated broad authority to an executive committee or similar committee, explain in Schedule O.
b
Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent
1b
28
2
Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any other officer, director, trustee, or key employee? .................
2
 
No
3
Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? .
3
 
No
4
Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filed? .
4
 
No
5
Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .
5
 
No
6
Did the organization have members or stockholders? ................
6
 
No
7a
Did the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who had the power to elect or appoint one or more members of the governing body? ....................
7a
 
No
b
Are any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members, stockholders, or persons other than the governing body? ...................
7b
 
No
8
Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following:
a
The governing body? .......................
8a
Yes
 
b
Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body? ............
8b
Yes
 
9
Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization’s mailing address? If "Yes," provide the names and addresses in Schedule O.......
9
 
No
Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal Revenue Code.)
Yes
No
10a
Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? ............
10a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with the organization's exempt purposes?
10b
 
No
11a
Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form? ............................
11a
Yes
 
b
Describe on Schedule O the process, if any, used by the organization to review this Form 990. .....
12a
Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If "No," go to line 13.......
12a
Yes
 
b
Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? ..........................
12b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If "Yes," describe on Schedule O how this was done...................
12c
Yes
 
13
Did the organization have a written whistleblower policy? ...............
13
Yes
 
14
Did the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? .........
14
Yes
 
15
Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision?
a
The organization’s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official ...........
15a
Yes
 
b
Other officers or key employees of the organization ................
15b
Yes
 
If "Yes" to line 15a or 15b, describe the process on Schedule O. See instructions.
16a
Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a taxable entity during the year? ......................
16a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization follow a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and take steps to safeguard the organization’s exempt status with respect to such arrangements? ............
16b
 
No
Section C. Disclosure
17
List the states with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filed
18
Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (1024 or 1024-A, if applicable), 990, and 990-T (section 501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you made these available. Check all that apply.
19
Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how) the organization made its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public during the tax year.
20
State the name, address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the organization's books and records:
MICHAEL TRAFECANTE1073 NORTH BENSON ROAD   FAIRFIELD,CT06824 (203) 254-4000
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Page 7
Part VII
Compensation of Officers, Directors,Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VII..............
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees
1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount
of compensation. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current key employees, if any. See the instructions for definition of "key employee."
RoundBullet List the organization’s five current highest compensated employees (other than an officer, director, trustee or key employee)
who received reportable compensation (box 5 of Form W-2, box 6 of Form 1099-MISC, and/or box 1 of Form 1099-NEC) of more than $100,000 from the organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former officers, key employees, or highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000
of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the
organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

See the instructions for the order in which to list the persons above.
Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer, director, or trustee.
(A)
Name and title 		(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line) 		(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W-2/1099-MISC/1099-NEC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W-2/1099-MISC/1099-NEC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; OfficerInd; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; FormerOfcrDirectorTrusteeInd;
(1) MARK R NEMEC PHD......................................................................
PRESIDENT
 45.0
.................
0.0 		X   X       907,966 0 187,395
(2) ANDREW J MCMAHON......................................................................
TRUSTEE
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(3) BRIAN P HULL......................................................................
TRUSTEE
 5.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(4) CHRISTOPHER C DESMARAIS......................................................................
TRUSTEE
 5.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(5) CHRISTOPHER C QUICK......................................................................
TRUSTEE
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(6) CLINTON A LEWIS JR......................................................................
TRUSTEE
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(7) DAGAN T KASAVANA......................................................................
TRUSTEE
 5.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(8) DOUGLAS W HAMMOND......................................................................
TRUSTEE
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(9) ELNER L MORRELL......................................................................
TRUSTEE
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(10) HUGH DAVIS......................................................................
TRUSTEE
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(11) JOHN C MEDITZ......................................................................
TRUSTEE
 5.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(12) JORGE A CHILUISA......................................................................
TRUSTEE
 5.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(13) KATHLEEN RAFFERTY HAY......................................................................
TRUSTEE (AS OF 7-1-2024)
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(14) KEVIN P CANNON......................................................................
TRUSTEE
 5.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(15) LISA M FERRARO......................................................................
TRUSTEE
 5.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(16) MARK P EGAN......................................................................
TRUSTEE (AS OF 7-1-2024)
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(17) MARY RYAN CUNNINGHAM......................................................................
TRUSTEE
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
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Part VII
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)
(A)
Name and title 		(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line) 		(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W-2/1099-MISC/1099-NEC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W-2/1099-MISC/1099-NEC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; OfficerInd; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; FormerOfcrDirectorTrusteeInd;
(18) MAUREEN ERRITY BUJNO........................................................................
TRUSTEE
 5.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(19) PATRICIA E GLASSFORD........................................................................
TRUSTEE
 5.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(20) PHILLIP J NEUGEBAUER........................................................................
TRUSTEE
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(21) REV CHRISTOPHER J DEVRON SJ........................................................................
TRUSTEE
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(22) Rev Gerald Blaszczak SJ........................................................................
TRUSTEE (AS OF 7-1-2024)
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(23) REV GREGORY KALSCHEUR SJ........................................................................
TRUSTEE
 5.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(24) REV GREGORY M GOETHALS SJ........................................................................
TRUSTEE
 5.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(25) REV MARIO A POWELL SJ........................................................................
TRUSTEE
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(26) ROBERT J MURPHY JR........................................................................
TRUSTEE
 5.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(27) ROSELLEN WALSH SCHNURR........................................................................
TRUSTEE
 5.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(28) SHELAGH MAHONEY-MCNAMEE........................................................................
TRUSTEE
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(29) SHELIA KEARNEY DAVIDSON........................................................................
TRUSTEE
 5.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(30) STEPHEN M LESSING........................................................................
TRUSTEE
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(31) THOMAS J FANNING SR........................................................................
TRUSTEE
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(32) KRISTINE CARROLL........................................................................
SECRETARY
 45.0
.......................0.0 		    X       79,449 0 62,038
(33) MICHAEL TRAFECANTE........................................................................
VP FOR FINANCE, CFO & TREASURER
 45.0
.......................0.0 		    X       383,591 0 160,848
(34) CHRISTINE SIEGEL........................................................................
PROVOST & SR VP ACADEMICS
 45.0
.......................0.0 		      X     526,034 0 85,080
(35) DAVID FRASSINELLI........................................................................
VP of Facilities, Campus & Auxiliary Services
 45.0
.......................0.0 		      X     302,678 0 62,050
(36) JOANNE WILLIAMS........................................................................
SR VP FOR FINANCE & ADMIN
 45.0
.......................0.0 		      X     474,082 0 51,204
(37) RICHARD GREENWALD........................................................................
DEAN, SCHOOL OF CAS
 45.0
.......................0.0 		      X     305,649 0 77,278
(38) CHRISTOPHER CASEY........................................................................
MEN'S BASKETBALL COACH
 45.0
.......................0.0 		        X   389,140 0 85,060
(39) CORY UNIS........................................................................
VP FOR ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT
 45.0
.......................0.0 		        X   371,760 0 82,202
(40) PAUL SCHLICKMANN........................................................................
VP OF ATHLETICS
 45.0
.......................0.0 		        X   497,036 0 86,960
(41) WALTER HALAS........................................................................
VP OF ADVANCEMENT
 45.0
.......................0.0 		        X   427,725 0 74,177
(42) ZHAN LI........................................................................
DEAN, SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
 45.0
.......................0.0 		        X   498,364 0 49,420
1b Sub-Total..............
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A..
d Total (add lines 1b and 1c)......... 5,163,474 0 1,063,712
2
Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organization 434
Yes
No
3
Did the organization list any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1a? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such individual ..............
3
 
No
4
For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such
individual...........................
4
Yes
 
5
Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such person ........
5
 
No
Section B. Independent Contractors
1
Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
(A)
Name and business address 		(B)
Description of services 		(C)
Compensation
ARAMARK SERVICES INC

200 MARKET STREET
PHILADELPHIA,PA19103 		DINING SERVICES 21,170,632
GILBANE BUILDING SERVICES

7 JACKSON WALKWAY
PROVIDENCE,RI02903 		CONSTRUCTION 8,708,333
CONSIGLI CONSTRUCTION CO INC

100 ALLYN STREET
HARTFORD,CT06103 		CONSTRUCTION 6,422,702
ABM INDUSTRY GROUP LLC

14141 SW FREEWAY STE 400
SUGAR LAND,TX77478 		JANITORIAL 4,421,716
NEWMAN ARCHITECTS PC

Address 265 Church St 15th Fl
NEW HAVEN,CT06510 		CONSTRUCTION 3,078,352
2
Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization 153
Form 990 (2024)
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Page 9
Part VIII
Statement of Revenue
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VIII.............
(A)
Total revenue 		(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue 		(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue 		(D)
Revenue
excluded from
tax under sections
512 - 514
Contributions, Gifts, Grants, and OtherAmt Similar Amounts 1a Federated campaigns..1a 0
b Membership dues..1b 0
c Fundraising events..1c 1,764,665
d Related organizations1d 0
e Government grants (contributions)1e 4,813,943
f All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above1f 64,516,254
g Noncash contributions included in lines 1a - 1f:$ 1g 3,348,381
h Total. Add lines 1a-1f....... 71,094,862
Program Service RevenueAmt Business Code
2a TUITION & FEES 611600 364,729,472 364,729,472 0 0
b AUXILIARY SERVICES 721000 77,076,816 77,076,816 0 0
c OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 900099 7,221,864 7,221,864 0 0
d SUMMER CONFERENCES 610000 127,090 0 127,090 0
e
f All other program service revenue. 0 0 0 0
g Total. Add lines 2a–2f ..... 449,155,242
OtherAmtRevenueAmt 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest, and othersimilar amounts) ...... 11,728,188 0 46,849 11,681,339
4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds 0 0 0 0
5 Royalties........... 0 0 0 0
(i) Real (ii) Personal
6a Gross rents 6a 1,621,333 353,353
b Less: rental expenses 6b 61,097 342,657
c Rental income or (loss) 6c 1,560,236 10,696
d Net rental income or (loss)....... 1,570,932 0   1,560,236
(i) Securities (ii) Other
7a Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory 7a 250,702,785 23,530
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses 7b 219,929,204 5,721,905
c Gain or (loss) 7c 30,773,581 -5,698,375
d Net gain or (loss)......... 25,075,205 0 0 25,075,205
8a Gross income from fundraising events (not including $ 1,764,665of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ....
8a 537,666
b Less: direct expenses ... 8b 563,782
c Net income or (loss) from fundraising events.. -26,116 0 -26,116
9a Gross income from gaming activities.
See Part IV, line 19 ...
9a 0
b Less: direct expenses ... 9b 0
c Net income or (loss) from gaming activities.. 0 0 0 0
10a Gross sales of inventory, less
returns and allowances ..
10a 0
b Less: cost of goods sold .. 10b 0
c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory.. 0 0 0 0
OtherRevenueMiscAmt
Business Code
11a            
b            
c            
d All other revenue .... 0 0 0 0
e Total. Add lines 11a–11d ...... 0
12 Total revenue. See instructions..... 558,598,313 449,028,152 184,635 38,290,664
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Part IX
Statement of Functional Expenses
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A).Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX..............
Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b,
7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII. 		(A)
Total expenses 		(B)
Program service expenses 		(C)
Management and general expenses 		(D)
Fundraising
expenses
1 Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. See Part IV, line 21 .... 0 0
2 Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. See Part IV, line 22 ........... 135,640,280 135,640,280
3 Grants and other assistance to foreign organizations, foreign governments, and foreign individuals. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16. ............. 4,114,242 4,114,242
4 Benefits paid to or for members ....... 0 0
5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees ........... 4,147,852 1,753,388 1,972,626 421,838
6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) ......... 0 0 0 0
7 Other salaries and wages........ 136,376,402 108,133,687 22,096,739 6,145,976
8 Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section 401(k) and 403(b) employer contributions) .... 8,882,261 7,042,800 1,439,171 400,290
9 Other employee benefits ....... 33,630,258 26,665,639 5,449,029 1,515,590
10 Payroll taxes ........... 9,553,157 7,392,589 1,690,401 470,167
11 Fees for services (non-employees):        
a Management ...... 0 0 0 0
b Legal ......... 687,018 158,517 518,852 9,649
c Accounting ........... 344,642 0 344,642 0
d Lobbying ........... 0 0 0 0
e Professional fundraising services. See Part IV, line 17 327,262 327,262
f Investment management fees ...... 247,825 0 247,825 0
g Other (If line 11g amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 11g expenses on Schedule O) 32,718,211 28,185,202 3,746,116 786,893
12 Advertising and promotion .... 3,810,044 3,499,226 271,676 39,142
13 Office expenses ....... 6,850,969 4,667,468 1,769,023 414,478
14 Information technology ...... 9,419,904 2,311,055 6,663,162 445,687
15 Royalties .. 0 0 0 0
16 Occupancy ........... 13,417,595 13,417,595 0 0
17 Travel ............ 6,343,330 5,399,378 733,375 210,577
18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials . 0 0 0 0
19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings .... 570,350 436,991 103,071 30,288
20 Interest ........... 10,123,576 10,051,607 56,430 15,539
21 Payments to affiliates ....... 0 0 0 0
22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization .. 30,581,482 22,484,198 7,971,012 126,272
23 Insurance ... 2,704,361 431,813 2,272,548 0
24 Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above (List miscellaneous expenses in line 24e. If line 24e amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 24e expenses on Schedule O.)
a MAINTENANCE & EQUIPMENT 8,746,694 3,874,619 4,849,543 22,532
b STUDY ABROAD 6,392,577 6,392,577 0 0
c CONSULTANTS & HONORARIA 2,610,070 517,079 2,092,991 0
d LIBRARY ACQUISTIONS 1,170,730 1,170,730 0 0
e All other expenses 4,460,919 1,829,953 2,574,733 56,233
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e 473,872,011 395,570,633 66,862,965 11,438,413
26 Joint costs. Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation. Check here if following SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720). 0 0 0 0
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Part X
Balance Sheet
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX..............
(A)
Beginning of year 		(B)
End of year
Assets 1 Cash–non-interest-bearing ........ 699 1 701
2 Savings and temporary cash investments ......... 59,079,581 2 86,538,710
3 Pledges and grants receivable, net ...... 45,060,673 3 68,726,913
4 Accounts receivable, net ............. 1,523,741 4 973,842
5 Loans and other receivables from any current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons .......
0 5 0
6 Loans and other receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)), and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) ...
0 6 0
7 Notes and loans receivable, net ........... 0 7 0
8 Inventories for sale or use ............ 0 8 0
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges ...... 0 9 0
10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D 10a 963,261,669
b Less: accumulated depreciation 10b 374,105,980 584,658,867 10c 589,155,689
11 Investments—publicly traded securities . 387,948,411 11 405,839,557
12 Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 ..... 107,410,619 12 132,251,623
13 Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 .. 295,394 13 190,373
14 Intangible assets ............... 0 14 0
15 Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ........... 23,692,446 15 21,000,991
16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 33)... 1,209,670,431 16 1,304,678,399
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses ..... 47,154,175 17 50,040,361
18 Grants payable ... 368,267 18 264,284
19 Deferred revenue ......... 17,235,906 19 16,393,679
20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities ......... 278,043,471 20 268,152,040
21 Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D 0 21 0
22 Loans and other payables to any current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons .........
0 22 0
23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties .. 0 23 0
24 Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties .. 0 24 0
25 Other liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related third parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17 - 24). Complete Part X of Schedule D 15,611,060 25 14,889,322
26 Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25.. 358,412,879 26 349,739,686
Net Assets or Fund Balance Organizations that follow FASB ASC 958, check here and complete lines 27, 28, 32, and 33.
27 Net assets without donor restrictions .......... 481,116,679 27 513,688,722
28 Net assets with donor restrictions ........... 370,140,873 28 441,249,991
Organizations that do not follow FASB ASC 958, check here right arrow and complete lines 29 through 33.
29 Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds ..... 0 29 0
30 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund ... 0 30 0
31 Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds 0 31 0
32 Total net assets or fund balances ........... 851,257,552 32 954,938,713
33 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ........ 1,209,670,431 33 1,304,678,399
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Part XI
Reconcilliation of Net Assets
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XI..............
1
Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) ............
1
558,598,313
2
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) ............
2
473,872,011
3
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 ..............
3
84,726,302
4
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 32, column (A)) ..
4
851,257,552
5
Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments ...............
5
19,038,663
6
Donated services and use of facilities .................
6
15,000
7
Investment expenses .....................
7
0
8
Prior period adjustments .....................
8
0
9
Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) ........
9
-98,804
10
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 through 9 (must equal Part X, line 32, column (B))
10
954,938,713
Part XII
Financial Statements and Reporting
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XII.............
Yes
No
1
Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990:  
If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain on
Schedule O.
2a
Were the organization’s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant?
2a
 
No
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were compiled or reviewed on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
b
Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?
2b
Yes
 
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were audited on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
c
If "Yes," to line 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?
2c
Yes
 
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule O.
3a
As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Uniform Guidance, 2 C.F.R. Part 200, Subpart F?
3a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits.
3b
Yes
 
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Additional Data


Software ID: 24020961
Software Version: 2024v5.1
Form 990, Special Condition Description:
Special Condition Description
SCHEDULE A
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Public Charity Status and Public Support
Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
right arrow Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
right arrow Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2024
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
Fairfield University
 
Employer identification number

06-0646623
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status (All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions.
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 12, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
a
b
c
d
e
f
Enter the number of supported organizations ...............................  
g
Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).
(i) Name of supported organization (ii) EIN (iii) Type of organization (described on lines 1- 10 above (see instructions)) (iv) Is the organization listed in your governing document? (v) Amount of monetary support (see instructions) (vi) Amount of other support (see instructions)
Yes No
Total
 
   
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for
Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990) 2024

Schedule A (Form 990) 2024
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Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Sections 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization failed to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2020 (b) 2021 (c) 2022 (d) 2023 (e) 2024 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grant.") .. 25,478,475 52,721,702 30,180,533 46,841,328 71,094,862 226,316,900
2 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf ....           0
3 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..           0
4 Total. Add lines 1 through 3 25,478,475 52,721,702 30,180,533 46,841,328 71,094,862 226,316,900
5 The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f) .. 41,935,451
6 Public support. Subtract line 5 from line 4. 184,381,449
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2020 (b) 2021 (c) 2022 (d) 2023 (e) 2024 (f) Total
7 Amounts from line 4.. 25,478,475 52,721,702 30,180,533 46,841,328 71,094,862 226,316,900
8 Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources... 8,353,986 6,494,202 15,251,545 14,922,225 13,302,672 58,324,630
9 Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..   50,424 453,170 31,342 36,716 571,652
10 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part VI.).. 46,927 409,189 544,855 645,848 537,666 2,184,485
11 Total support. Add lines 7 through 10 287,397,667
12
12
1,867,647,840
13
First 5 years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a section 501(c)(3) organization, check this box and stop here ........................................right arrow
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
14
64.156 %
15
15
67.105 %
16a
33 1/3% support test—2024. If the organization did not check the box on line 13, and line 14 is 33 1/3% or more, check this box
and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization .......................right arrow
b
33 1/3% support test—2023. If the organization did not check a box on line 13 or 16a, and line 15 is 33 1/3% or more, check this
box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ..................... right arrow
17a
10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2024. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, or 16b, and line 14 is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here. Explain in Part VI how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ............ right arrow
b
10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2023. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, or 17a, and line 15 is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here. Explain in Part VI how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ............ right arrow
18
Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, check this box and see
instructions ..................................................... right arrow
Schedule A (Form 990) 2024

Schedule A (Form 990) 2024
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Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Section 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 10 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2020 (b) 2021 (c) 2022 (d) 2023 (e) 2024 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .            
2 Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose            
3 Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513 .....            
4 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...            
5 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge            
6 Total. Add lines 1 through 5            
7a Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons            
b Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.            
c Add lines 7a and 7b..            
8 Public support. (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)  
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2020 (b) 2021 (c) 2022 (d) 2023 (e) 2024 (f) Total
9 Amounts from line 6...            
10a Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..            
b Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.            
c Add lines 10a and 10b.            
11 Net income from unrelated business activities not included on line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.            
12 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part VI.) ..            
13 Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.)..            
14
First 5 years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a section 501(c)(3) organization, check this box and stop here................................................. right arrow
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
15
 
16
16
 
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
17
 
18
18
 
19a
33 1/3% support tests-2024. If the organization did not check the box on line 14, and line 15 is more than 33 1/3%, and line 17 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ....... right arrow
b
33 1/3 % support tests—2023. If the organization did not check a box on line 14 or line 19a, and line 16 is more than 33 1/3% and line 18 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ..... right arrow
20
Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 14, 19a, or 19b, check this box and see instructions .... right arrow
Schedule A (Form 990) 2024

Schedule A (Form 990) 2024
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Part IV
Supporting Organizations
(Complete only if you checked a box on line 12 of Part I. If you checked box 12a, of Part I, complete Sections A and B. If you checked box 12b, of Part I, complete Sections A and C. If you checked box 12c, of Part I, complete Sections A, D, and E. If you checked box12d, of Part I, complete Sections A and D, and complete Part V.)
Section A. All Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Are all of the organization’s supported organizations listed by name in the organization’s governing documents?
If "No," describe in Part VI how the supported organizations are designated. If designated by class or purpose,
describe the designation. If historic and continuing relationship, explain.
1
 
 
2
Did the organization have any supported organization that does not have an IRS determination of status under section 509(a)(1) or (2)? If "Yes," explain in Part VI how the organization determined that the supported organization was described in section 509(a)(1) or (2).
2
 
 
3a
Did the organization have a supported organization described in section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6)? If "Yes," answer lines 3b and 3c below.
3a
 
 
b
Did the organization confirm that each supported organization qualified under section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) and satisfied the public support tests under section 509(a)(2)? If "Yes," describe in Part VI when and how the organization made the determination.
3b
 
 
c
Did the organization ensure that all support to such organizations was used exclusively for section 170(c)(2)(B) purposes? If "Yes," explain in Part VI what controls the organization put in place to ensure such use.
3c
 
 
4a
Was any supported organization not organized in the United States ("foreign supported organization")? If “Yes” and if you checked box 12a or 12b in Part I, answer lines 4b and 4c below.
4a
 
 
b
Did the organization have ultimate control and discretion in deciding whether to make grants to the foreign supported organization? If “Yes,” describe in Part VI how the organization had such control and discretion despite being controlled or supervised by or in connection with its supported organizations.
4b
 
 
c
Did the organization support any foreign supported organization that does not have an IRS determination under sections 501(c)(3) and 509(a)(1) or (2)? If “Yes,” explain in Part VI what controls the organization used to ensure that all support to the foreign supported organization was used exclusively for section 170(c)(2)(B) purposes.
4c
 
 
5a
Did the organization add, substitute, or remove any supported organizations during the tax year? If “Yes,” answer lines 5b and 5c below (if applicable). Also, provide detail in Part VI, including (i) the names and EIN numbers of the supported organizations added, substituted, or removed; (ii) the reasons for each such action; (iii) the authority under the organization's organizing document authorizing such action; and (iv) how the action was accomplished (such as by amendment to the organizing document).
5a
 
 
b
Type I or Type II only. Was any added or substituted supported organization part of a class already designated in the organization's organizing document?
5b
 
 
c
Substitutions only. Was the substitution the result of an event beyond the organization's control?
5c
 
 
6
Did the organization provide support (whether in the form of grants or the provision of services or facilities) to anyone other than (i) its supported organizations, (ii) individuals that are part of the charitable class benefited by one or more of its supported organizations, or (iii) other supporting organizations that also support or benefit one or more of the filing organization’s supported organizations? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
6
 
 
7
Did the organization provide a grant, loan, compensation, or other similar payment to a substantial contributor (defined in section 4958(c)(3)(C)), a family member of a substantial contributor, or a 35% controlled entity with regard to a substantial contributor? If “Yes,” complete Part I of Schedule L (Form 990) .
7
 
 
8
Did the organization make a loan to a disqualified person (as defined in section 4958) not described on line 7? If “Yes,” complete Part I of Schedule L (Form 990).
8
 
 
9a
Was the organization controlled directly or indirectly at any time during the tax year by one or more disqualified persons, as defined in section 4946 (other than foundation managers and organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or (2))? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9a
 
 
b
Did one or more disqualified persons (as defined on line 9a) hold a controlling interest in any entity in which the supporting organization had an interest? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9b
 
 
c
Did a disqualified person (as defined on line 9a) have an ownership interest in, or derive any personal benefit from, assets in which the supporting organization also had an interest? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9c
 
 
10a
Was the organization subject to the excess business holdings rules of section 4943 because of section 4943(f) (regarding certain Type II supporting organizations, and all Type III non-functionally integrated supporting organizations)? If “Yes,” answer line 10b below.
10a
 
 
b
Did the organization have any excess business holdings in the tax year? (Use Schedule C, Form 4720, to determine whether the organization had excess business holdings).
10b
 
 
Schedule A (Form 990) 2024

Schedule A (Form 990) 2024
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Part IV
Supporting Organizations (continued)
Yes
No
11
Has the organization accepted a gift or contribution from any of the following persons?
a
A person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described on lines 11b and 11c below, the governing body of a supported organization?
11a
 
 
b
A family member of a person described on 11a above?
11b
 
 
c
A 35% controlled entity of a person described on line 11a or 11b above? If “Yes” to 11a, 11b, or 11c, provide detail in Part VI.
11c
 
 
Section B. Type I Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Did the officers, directors, trustees, or membership of one or more supported organizations have the power to regularly appoint or elect at least a majority of the organization’s directors or trustees at all times during the tax year? If “No,” describe in Part VI how the supported organization(s) effectively operated, supervised, or controlled the organization’s activities. If the organization had more than one supported organization, describe how the powers to appoint and/or remove directors or trustees were allocated among the supported organizations and what conditions or restrictions, if any, applied to such powers during the tax year.
1
 
 
2
Did the organization operate for the benefit of any supported organization other than the supported organization(s) that operated, supervised, or controlled the supporting organization? If “Yes,” explain in Part VI how providing such benefit carried out the purposes of the supported organization(s) that operated, supervised or controlled the supporting organization.
2
 
 
Section C. Type II Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Were a majority of the organization’s directors or trustees during the tax year also a majority of the directors or trustees of each of the organization’s supported organization(s)? If “No,” describe in Part VI how control or management of the supporting organization was vested in the same persons that controlled or managed the supported organization(s).
1
 
 
Section D. All Type III Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Did the organization provide to each of its supported organizations, by the last day of the fifth month of the organization’s tax year, (i) a written notice describing the type and amount of support provided during the prior tax year, (ii) a copy of the Form 990 that was most recently filed as of the date of notification, and (iii) copies of the organization’s governing documents in effect on the date of notification, to the extent not previously provided?
1
 
 
2
Were any of the organization’s officers, directors, or trustees either (i) appointed or elected by the supported organization(s) or (ii) serving on the governing body of a supported organization? If "No," explain in Part VI how the organization maintained a close and continuous working relationship with the supported organization(s).
2
 
 
3
By reason of the relationship described in line 2 above, did the organization’s supported organizations have a significant voice in the organization’s investment policies and in directing the use of the organization’s income or assets at all times during the tax year? If "Yes," describe in Part VI the role the organization’s supported organizations played in this regard.
3
 
 
Section E. Type III Functionally-Integrated Supporting Organizations
1
Check the box next to the method that the organization used to satisfy the Integral Part Test during the year (see instructions):
a
b
c
2
Activities Test. Answer lines 2a and 2b below.
Yes
No
a
Did substantially all of the organization’s activities during the tax year directly further the exempt purposes of the supported organization(s) to which the organization was responsive? If "Yes," then in Part VI identify those supported organizations and explain how these activities directly furthered their exempt purposes, how the organization was responsive to those supported organizations, and how the organization determined that these activities constituted substantially all of its activities.
2a
 
 
b
Did the activities described on line 2a, above constitute activities that, but for the organization’s involvement, one or more of the organization’s supported organization(s) would have been engaged in? If "Yes," explain in Part VI the reasons for the organization’s position that its supported organization(s) would have engaged in these activities but for the organization’s involvement.
2b
 
 
3
Parent of Supported Organizations. Answer lines 3a and 3b below.
a
Did the organization have the power to regularly appoint or elect a majority of the officers, directors, or trustees of each of the supported organizations?If "Yes" or "No", provide details in Part VI.
3a
 
 
b
Did the organization exercise a substantial degree of direction over the policies, programs and activities of each of its supported organizations? If "Yes," describe in Part VI. the role played by the organization in this regard.
3b
 
 
Schedule A (Form 990) 2024

Schedule A (Form 990) 2024
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Part V
Type III Non-Functionally Integrated 509(a)(3) Supporting Organizations
1
Section A - Adjusted Net Income (A) Prior Year (B) Current Year
(optional)
1 Net short-term capital gain 1    
2 Recoveries of prior-year distributions 2    
3 Other gross income (see instructions) 3    
4 Add lines 1 through 3 4    
5 Depreciation and depletion 5    
6 Portion of operating expenses paid or incurred for production or collection of gross income or for management, conservation, or maintenance of property held for production of income (see instructions) 6    
7 Other expenses (see instructions) 7    
8 Adjusted Net Income (subtract lines 5, 6 and 7 from line 4) 8    
Section B - Minimum Asset Amount (A) Prior Year (B) Current Year
(optional)
1 Aggregate fair market value of all non-exempt-use assets (see instructions for short tax year or assets held for part of year): 1
a Average monthly value of securities 1a    
b Average monthly cash balances 1b    
c Fair market value of other non-exempt-use assets 1c    
d Total (add lines 1a, 1b, and 1c) 1d    
e Discount claimed for blockage or other factors
(explain in detail in Part VI):  
2 Acquisition indebtedness applicable to non-exempt use assets 2    
3 Subtract line 2 from line 1d 3    
4 Cash deemed held for exempt use. Enter 0.015 of line 3 (for greater amount, see instructions). 4    
5 Net value of non-exempt-use assets (subtract line 4 from line 3) 5    
6 Multiply line 5 by 0.035 6    
7 Recoveries of prior-year distributions 7    
8 Minimum Asset Amount (add line 7 to line 6) 8    
Section C - Distributable Amount Current Year
1 Adjusted net income for prior year (from Section A, line 8, Column A) 1  
2 Enter 85% of line 1 2  
3 Minimum asset amount for prior year (from Section B, line 8, Column A) 3  
4 Enter greater of line 2 or line 3 4  
5 Income tax imposed in prior year 5  
6 Distributable Amount. Subtract line 5 from line 4, unless subject to emergency temporary reduction (see instructions) 6  
7
Schedule A (Form 990) 2024

Schedule A (Form 990) 2024
Page 7
Part V
Type III Non-Functionally Integrated 509(a)(3) Supporting Organizations(continued)
Section D - Distributions Current Year
1 Amounts paid to supported organizations to accomplish exempt purposes 1  
2 Amounts paid to perform activity that directly furthers exempt purposes of supported organizations, in
excess of income from activity 		2  
3 Administrative expenses paid to accomplish exempt purposes of supported organizations 3  
4 Amounts paid to acquire exempt-use assets 4  
5 Qualified set-aside amounts (prior IRS approval required - provide details in Part VI) 5  
6 Other distributions (describe in Part VI). See instructions 6  
7Total annual distributions. Add lines 1 through 6. 7  
8 Distributions to attentive supported organizations to which the organization is responsive (provide
details in Part VI). See instructions 		8  
9 Distributable amount for 2024 from Section C, line 6 9  
10 Line 8 amount divided by Line 9 amount 10  
Section E - Distribution Allocations (see instructions) (i)
Excess Distributions 		(ii)
Underdistributions
Pre-2024 		(iii)
Distributable
Amount for 2024
1 Distributable amount for 2024 from Section C, line 6  
2 Underdistributions, if any, for years prior to 2024 (reasonable cause required-- explain in Part VI).
See instructions.		  
3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2024:
a From 2019.......  
b From 2020.......  
c From 2021.......  
d From 2022.......  
e From 2023.......  
fTotal of lines 3a through e  
g Applied to underdistributions of prior years  
h Applied to 2024 distributable amount  
i Carryover from 2019 not applied (see
instructions) 		 
j Remainder. Subtract lines 3g, 3h, and 3i from line 3f.  
4Distributions for 2024 from Section D, line 7:
$  
a Applied to underdistributions of prior years  
b Applied to 2024 distributable amount  
c Remainder. Subtract lines 4a and 4b from line 4.  
5 Remaining underdistributions for years prior to
2024, if any. Subtract lines 3g and 4a from line 2.
If the amount is greater than zero, explain in Part VI.
See instructions. 		 
6 Remaining underdistributions for 2024. Subtract
lines 3h and 4b from line 1. If the amount is greater
than zero, explain in Part VI. See instructions. 		 
7 Excess distributions carryover to 2025. Add lines
3j and 4c. 		 
8 Breakdown of line 7:
a Excess from 2020.....  
b Excess from 2021.....  
c Excess from 2022.....  
d Excess from 2023.....  
e Excess from 2024.....  
Schedule A (Form 990) (2024)

Schedule A (Form 990) 2024
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Part VI
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; Part III, line 12; Part IV, Section A, lines 1, 2, 3b, 3c, 4b, 4c, 5a, 6, 9a, 9b, 9c, 11a, 11b, and 11c; Part IV, Section B, lines 1 and 2; Part IV, Section C, line 1; Part IV, Section D, lines 2 and 3; Part IV, Section E, lines 1c, 2a, 2b, 3a and 3b; Part V, line 1; Part V, Section B, line 1e; Part V Section D, lines 5, 6, and 8; and Part V, Section E, lines 2, 5, and 6. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
 
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule A, Part II, Line 10 Other Income DESCRIPTION - GROSS INCOME FROM FUNDRAISING EVENTS, COLUMN A - 46927.0, COLUMN B - 409189.0, COLUMN C - 544855.0, COLUMN D - 645848.0, COLUMN E - 537666.0, COLUMN F - 2184485.0;
Schedule A (Form 990) 2024


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Schedule B
(Form 990)
(Rev. January 2025)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Schedule of Contributors

right arrow Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
right arrow Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Name of the organization
Fairfield University
 
Employer identification number

06-0646623
Organization type (check one):
Filers of:
Section:
Form 990 or 990-EZ
501(c)( ) (enter number) organization

4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust not treated as a private foundation

527 political organization


Form 990-PF
501(c)(3) exempt private foundation

4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust treated as a private foundation

501(c)(3) taxable private foundation
Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.  
Note:  Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
General Rule
For an organization filing Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF that received, during the year, contributions totaling $5,000 or more (in money or other property) from any one contributor. Complete Parts I and II. See instructions for determining a contributor's total contributions.
Special Rules
For an organization described in section 501(c)(3) filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that met the 331/3% support test of the regulations
under sections 509(a)(1) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi), that checked Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ), Part II, line 13, 16a, or 16b, and that received from any one contributor, during the year, total contributions of the greater of (1) $5,000 or (2) 2% of the amount on (i) Form 990, Part VIII, line 1h, or (ii) Form 990-EZ, line 1. Complete Parts I and II.
For an organization described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that received from any one contributor,
during the year, total contributions of more than $1,000 exclusively for religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals. Complete Parts I, II, and III.
For an organization described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that received from any one contributor,
during the year, contributions exclusively for religious, charitable, etc., purposes, but no such contributions totaled more than $1,000. If this box is checked, enter here the total contributions that were received during the year for an exclusively religious, charitable, etc., purpose. Don't complete any of the parts unless the General Rule applies to this organization because it received nonexclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions totaling $5,000 or more during the year ......... Right Arrow $  
Caution: An organization that isn't covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules doesn't file Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2, of its Form 990; or check the box on line H of its Form 990-EZ
or on its Form 990PF, Part I, line 2, to certify that it doesn't meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF).
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
Cat. No. 30613XSchedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025) Page 2
Name of organization
Fairfield University
  		Employer identification number
06-0646623
Part I
Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
RESTRICTED
 
 
 
 
  ,    

$ RESTRICTED


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 3
Name of organization
Fairfield University
  		Employer identification number

06-0646623
Part II
Noncash Property (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part II if additional space is needed.
(a)
No. from Part I 		(b)
Description of noncash property given 		(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I 		(b)
Description of noncash property given 		(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I 		(b)
Description of noncash property given 		(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I 		(b)
Description of noncash property given 		(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I 		(b)
Description of noncash property given 		(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I 		(b)
Description of noncash property given 		(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 4
Name of organization
Fairfield University
  		Employer identification number

06-0646623
Part III
Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions to organizations described in section 501(c) (7), (8), or (10) that total more than $1,000 for the year from any one contributor. Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry. For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) $  
Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.
(a)
No. from Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a)
No. from Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a)
No. from Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a)
No. from Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
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SCHEDULE C
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Political Campaign and Lobbying Activities

For Organizations Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501(c) and section 527

right arrow Complete if the organization is described below. right arrow Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
right arrowGo to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2024
Open to Public
Inspection
If the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, Line 3, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 46 (Political Campaign Activities), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and B. Do not complete Part I-C.
Round Bullet Section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and C below. Do not complete Part I-B.
Round Bullet Section 527 organizations: Complete Part I-A only.
If the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, Line 4, or Form 990-EZ, Part VI, line 47 (Lobbying Activities), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part II-A. Do not complete Part II-B.
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part II-B. Do not complete Part II-A.
If the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, Line 5 (Proxy Tax) (see separate instructions) or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 35c (Proxy Tax) (see separate instructions), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) organizations: Complete Part III.
Name of the organization
Fairfield University
 
Employer identification number

06-0646623
Part I-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) or is a section 527 organization.

1
Provide a description of the organization’s direct and indirect political campaign activities in Part IV. See instructions for definition of “political campaign activities."

2
Political campaign activity expenditures. See instructions ....................................................................right arrow
$  
3
Volunteer hours for political campaign activities. See instructions ..................................................................
 

Part I-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3).
1
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by the organization under section 4955 ................................right arrow
$  
2
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by organization managers under section 4955 .......................right arrow
$  
3
If the organization incurred a section 4955 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? .........................................
4a
Was a correction made? ......................................................................................................................
b
If "Yes," describe in Part IV.
Part I-C
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c), except section 501(c)(3).
1
Enter the amount directly expended by the filing organization for section 527 exempt function activities ..... right arrow
$  
2
Enter the amount of the filing organization's funds contributed to other organizations for section 527 exempt function activities ............................................................................................................................right arrow

$  
3
Total exempt function expenditures. Add lines 1 and 2. Enter here and on Form 1120-POL, line 17b...........right arrow

$  
4
Did the filing organization file Form 1120-POL for this year? ...................................................................
5
Enter the names, addresses and employer identification number (EIN) of all section 527 political organizations to which the filing
organization made payments. For each organization listed, enter the amount paid from the filing organization’s funds. Also enter the amount of political contributions received that were promptly and directly delivered to a separate political organization, such as a separate segregated fund or a political action committee (PAC). If additional space is needed, provide information in Part IV.
(a) Name (b) Address (c) EIN (d) Amount paid from filing organization's funds. If none, enter -0-. (e) Amount of political contributions received and promptly and directly delivered to a separate political organization. If none, enter -0-.
1
2
3
4
5
6
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 50084S
Schedule C (Form 990) 2024

Schedule C (Form 990) 2024
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Part II-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)).
A Check right arrowexpenses, and share of excess lobbying expenditures).
B Check right arrow
Limits on Lobbying Expenditures
(The term "expenditures" means amounts paid or incurred.) 		(a) Filing
organization's
totals 		(b) Affiliated group totals
1a Total lobbying expenditures to influence public opinion (grass roots lobbying) ......................    
b Total lobbying expenditures to influence a legislative body (direct lobbying) ........................    
c Total lobbying expenditures (add lines 1a and 1b) ............................................................    
d Other exempt purpose expenditures ...............................................................................    
e Total exempt purpose expenditures (add lines 1c and 1d) ..................................................    
f Lobbying nontaxable amount. Enter the amount from the following table in both
columns.		    
If the amount on line 1e, column (a) or (b) is:The lobbying nontaxable amount is:
Not over $500,00020% of the amount on line 1e.
Over $500,000 but not over $1,000,000$100,000 plus 15% of the excess over $500,000.
Over $1,000,000 but not over $1,500,000$175,000 plus 10% of the excess over $1,000,000.
Over $1,500,000 but not over $17,000,000$225,000 plus 5% of the excess over $1,500,000.
Over $17,000,000$1,000,000.
g Grassroots nontaxable amount (enter 25% of line 1f) .................................................    
h Subtract line 1g from line 1a. If zero or less, enter -0-. ................................................    
i Subtract line 1f from line 1c. If zero or less, enter -0-. ................................................    
j If there is an amount other than zero on either line 1h or line 1i, did the organization file Form 4720 reporting
section 4911 tax for this year? ...................................................................................................................

4-Year Averaging Period Under Section 501(h)
(Some organizations that made a section 501(h) election do not have to complete all of the five
columns below. See the separate instructions for lines 2a through 2f.)
Lobbying Expenditures During 4-Year Averaging Period
Calendar year (or fiscal year
beginning in) 		(a) 2021 (b) 2022 (c) 2023 (d) 2024 (e) Total
2a Lobbying nontaxable amount          
b Lobbying ceiling amount
(150% of line 2a, column(e)) 		 
c Total lobbying expenditures          
d Grassroots nontaxable amount          
e Grassroots ceiling amount
(150% of line 2d, column (e))		  
f Grassroots lobbying expenditures          
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Schedule C (Form 990) 2024
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Part II-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and has NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)).
For each "Yes" response on lines 1a through 1i below, provide in Part IV a detailed description of the lobbying activity.
(a)
Yes
No
(b)
Amount
1
During the year, did the filing organization attempt to influence foreign, national, state or local legislation, including any attempt to influence public opinion on a legislative matter or referendum, through the use of:
a
Volunteers? ...........................................................................................................
 
No
b
Paid staff or management (include compensation in expenses reported on lines 1c through 1i)? ........
 
No
c
Media advertisements? ...................................................................................................
 
No
 
d
Mailings to members, legislators, or the public? .............................................................................
 
No
 
e
Publications, or published or broadcast statements? ...........................................................
 
No
 
f
Grants to other organizations for lobbying purposes? ..........................................................
 
No
 
g
Direct contact with legislators, their staffs, government officials, or a legislative body? .......................
 
No
 
h
Rallies, demonstrations, seminars, conventions, speeches, lectures, or any similar means? ..................
 
No
 
i
Other activities? ...................................................................................................................
Yes
 
1,397
j
Total. Add lines 1c through 1i ....................................................................................................
1,397
2a
Did the activities in line 1 cause the organization to be not described in section 501(c)(3)? .....
 
No
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred under section 4912 ...........................................
 
c
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred by organization managers under section 4912 ...................
 
d
If the filing organization incurred a section 4912 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? ........................
 
 
Part III-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6).
Yes
No
1
Were substantially all (90% or more) dues received nondeductible by members? ...............................................
1
 
 
2
Did the organization make only in-house lobbying expenditures of $2,000 or less? ............................................
2
 
 
3
Did the organization agree to carry over lobbying and political expenditures from the prior year? .................................
3
 
 
Part III-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6) and if either (a) BOTH Part III-A, lines 1 and 2, are answered "No" OR (b) Part III-A, line 3, is answered “Yes."
1
Dues, assessments and similar amounts from members ......................................................................
1
 
2
Section 162(e) nondeductible lobbying and political expenditures (do not include amounts of political expenses for which the section 527(f) tax was paid).
a
Current year .............................................................................................................................
2a
 
b
Carryover from last year ............................................................................................................
2b
 
c
Total ...........................................................................................................................................
2c
 
3
Aggregate amount reported in section 6033(e)(1)(A) notices of nondeductible section 162(e) dues .
3
 
4
If notices were sent and the amount on line 2c exceeds the amount on line 3, what portion of the excess does the organization agree to carryover to the reasonable estimate of nondeductible lobbying and political expenditure next year? ......................................................................................................................
4
 
5
Taxable amount of lobbying and political expenditures. See Instructions .........................................
5
 
Part IV
Supplemental Information
Provide the descriptions required for Part l-A, line 1; Part l-B, line 4; Part l-C, line 5; Part II-A (affiliated group list); Part II-A, lines 1 and 2 (see instructions), and Part ll-B, line 1. Also, complete this part for any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule C, Part II-B, Line 1 DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE LOBBYING ACTIVITY FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY INDIRECTLY INCURS LOBBYING EXPENSE THROUGH DUES PAID TO OTHER ORGANIZATIONS.
Schedule C (Form 990) 2024


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SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Financial Statements
right arrow Complete if the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d, 11e, 11f, 12a, or 12b.
right arrow Attach to Form 990.
right arrow Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Fairfield University
 
Employer identification number

06-0646623
Part I
Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 6.
(a) Donor advised funds (b) Funds and other accounts
1 Total number at end of year .........    
2 Aggregate value of contributions to (during year)    
3 Aggregate value of grants from (during year)    
4 Aggregate value at end of year ........    
5
Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised funds are the organization’s property, subject to the organization’s exclusive legal control? ............
6
Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds can be used only for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring impermissible private benefit? ...................................
Part II
Conservation Easements.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 7.
1
Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).
2
Complete lines 2a through 2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the last day of the tax year.
Held at the End of the Year
a Total number of conservation easements ...................... 2a 9
b Total acreage restricted by conservation easements .................... 2b 30.0
c Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) ..... 2c 0
d Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after July 25, 2006, and not on a historic structure listed in the National Register ... 2d 0
3
Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during the
tax year right arrow0
4
Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located right arrow1
5
Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? ............
6
Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
right arrow65.0
7
Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
right arrow $ 42,500
8
Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section 170(h)(4)(B)(i) and section 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? .............................
9
In Part XIII, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and
balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes
the organization’s accounting for conservation easements.
Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 8.
1a
If the organization elected, as permitted under FASB ASC 958, not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide, in Part XIII, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.
b
If the organization elected, as permitted under FASB ASC 958, to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide the following amounts relating to these items:
(i)
Revenue included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 .........................right arrow $  
(ii)
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................right arrow $  
2
If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the
following amounts required to be reported under FASB ASC 958 relating to these items:
a
Revenue included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ..........................right arrow $  
b
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................right arrow $  
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 52283D
Schedule D (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)

Schedule D (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
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Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)
3
Using the organization’s acquisition, accession, and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection items (check all that apply):
a
d
b
e
 
c
4
Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIII.
5
During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar
assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization’s collection?...
Part IV
Escrow and Custodial Arrangements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21.
1a
Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? ....................................
b If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII and complete the following table: Amount
c Beginning balance ............................. 1c  
d Additions during the year ............................ 1d  
e Distributions during the year .......................... 1e  
f Ending balance ................................ 1f  
2a
Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21, for escrow or custodial account liability? ...
b
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII. Check here if the explanation has been provided in Part XIII ....
Part V
Endowment Funds.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 10.
(a) Current year (b) Prior year (c) Two years back (d) Three years back (e) Four years back
1a Beginning of year balance .... 471,690,360 433,609,129 407,344,987 464,604,164 357,051,925
b Contributions ... 3,659,224 6,249,042 8,359,383 6,900,055 5,229,014
c Net investment earnings, gains, and losses 54,911,902 50,311,401 34,214,939 -51,712,704 118,628,213
d Grants or scholarships ... 5,383,209 5,368,987 4,989,938 4,392,904 4,158,615
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs ... 		8,528,456 12,905,430 11,207,352 7,940,015 11,999,924
f Administrative expenses .... 192,031 204,795 112,890 113,609 146,449
g End of year balance ...... 516,157,790 471,690,360 433,609,129 407,344,987 464,604,164
2
Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1g, column (a)) held as:
a
Board designated or quasi-endowment right arrow36.59 %
b
Permanent endowment right arrow63.41 %
c
Term endowment right arrow0 %
The percentages on lines 2a, 2b, and 2c should equal 100%.
3a
Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:

Yes
No
(i) Unrelated organizations .................
3a(i)
 
No
(ii) Related organizations .................
3a(ii)
 
No
b
If "Yes" on 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........
3b
 
 
4
Describe in Part XIII the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.
Part VI
Land, Buildings, and Equipment.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 11a. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.
Description of property (a) Cost or other basis
(investment) 		(b) Cost or other basis (other) (c) Accumulated depreciation (d) Book value
1a Land .....   11,565,297 11,565,297
b Buildings ....   778,361,231 269,037,605 509,323,626
c Leasehold improvements   17,879,233 2,586,928 15,292,305
d Equipment ....   121,386,802 92,548,195 28,838,607
e Other .....   34,069,106 9,933,252 24,135,854
Total. Add lines 1a through 1e. (Column (d) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).)..right arrow 589,155,689
Schedule D (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)

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Part VII
Investments - Other Securities.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 11b. See Form 990, Part X, line 12.
(a) Description of security or category
(including name of security)		 (b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1) Financial derivatives.........    
(2) Closely-held equity interests........    
(3) Other
(A) Closely-held equity interests		    

(B) Financial derivatives		    

(C) Investments - other securities		    

(D) PRIVATE EQUITY AND OTHER		 83,888,329 F

(E) HEDGE FUNDS OF FUNDS		 48,363,294 F
(E)
(F)
(G)
(H)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col. (B) line 12.)right arrow 132,251,623
Part VIII
Investments - Program Related. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11c. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.
(a) Description of investment (b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)right arrow  
Part IX
Other Assets.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11d. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
(a) Description (b) Book value
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........right arrow  
Part X
Other Liabilities.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11e or 11f. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.
1.(a) Description of liability (b) Book value
(1) Federal income taxes  
Federal Income Taxes  
Other liabilities  
CAPITAL LEASES 878,296
Right of use operating lease liability 14,011,026





Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)right arrow 14,889,322
2. Liability for uncertain tax positions. In Part XIII, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740). Check here if the text of the footnote has been provided in Part XIII
Schedule D (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)

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Part XI Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements ....... 1 438,175,704
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments .... 2a 19,038,663
b Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2b 15,000
c Recoveries of prior year grants ........... 2c 0
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 2d -139,853,326
e Add lines 2a through 2d ..................... 2e -120,799,663
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1.................. 3 558,975,367
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b . 4a 247,825
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 4b -624,879
c Add lines 4a and 4b.................... 4c -377,054
5 Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ...... 5 558,598,313
Part XII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements ........... 1 334,494,543
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2a  
b Prior year adjustments ............ 2b 0
c Other losses ................ 2c 0
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 2d 624,879
e Add lines 2a through 2d.................... 2e 624,879
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1................... 3 333,869,664
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b .. 4a 247,825
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 4b 139,754,522
c Add lines 4a and 4b..................... 4c 140,002,347
5 Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ...... 5 473,872,011
Part XIII
Supplemental Information
Provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part lV, lines 1b and 2b; Part V, line 4; Part X, line 2; Part XI, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule D, Part III, Line 1a Collections of art - financial statement footnote THE ART COLLECTIONS ARE DONATED TO THE UNIVERSITY AND NOT RECOGNIZED IN THE ASSETS OF THE BALANCE SHEET. THE AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS DO NOT HAVE A FOOTNOTE REGARDING THE COLLECTIONS.
Schedule D, Part III, Line 4 Collections of art - description of collections THE ART COLLECTIONS ARE AN IMPORTANT CULTURAL RESOURCE OF THE UNIVERSITY, PROVIDING ARTS AND ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT TO THE STUDENTS, FACULTY, LOCAL COMMUNITY, AND INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARLY COMMUNITY. THE COLLECTIONS ARE HOUSED AT THE FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY ART MUSEUM'S THOMAS J WALSH ART GALLERY, THE BELLARMINE HALL GALLERIES AND AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS ON CAMPUS. THE COLLECTIONS AREA OF THE MUSEUM'S WEBSITE PROVIDES DIGITAL ACCESS TO THESE WORKS OF ART, AND PROVIDES HISTORICAL AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION ABOUT THESE OBJECTS. THE FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY ART MUSEUM IS DEDICATED TO PRESERVING, STUDYING, AND EXHIBITING THOSE OBJECTS ENTRUSTED TO ITS CARE, WHILE NEVER LOSING SIGHT OF ITS OBLIGATION TO EDUCATE AND INSPIRE ITS MANY AUDIENCES, FOR THE GREATER ENRICHMENT OF ALL. THE MUSEUM IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AND FREE OF CHARGE.
Schedule D, Part V, Line 4 Intended uses of endowment funds THE UNIVERSITY'S ENDOWMENT IS AN AGGREGATION OF GIFTS PROVIDED BY DONORS WITH THE REQUIREMENT THE GIFTS BE HELD IN PERPETUITY TO GENERATE EARNINGS NOW AND IN FUTURE YEARS TO SUPPORT THE UNIVERSITY'S PROGRAMS OF INSTRUCTION, RESEARCH AND PUBLIC SERVICE AND FUNDS DESIGNATED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES TO FUNCTION AS ENDOWMENT. EARNINGS FROM ENDOWMENT INVESTMENTS SUPPORT SCHOLARSHIPS, CHAIRS, PROFESSORSHIPS, FELLOWSHIPS, BASIC RESEARCH, AS WELL AS ACADEMIC AND PUBLIC SERVICE PROGRAMS. THE ENDOWMENT SHOULD PROVIDE STABILITY SINCE THE PRINCIPAL IS INVESTED AND EARNINGS ARE GENERATED YEAR AFTER YEAR. NET ASSETS ASSOCIATED WITH ENDOWMENT FUNDS, INCLUDING FUNDS DESIGNATED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES TO FUNCTION AS ENDOWMENTS, ARE CLASSIFIED AND REPORTED BASED ON THE EXISTENCE OR ABSENCE OF DONOR-IMPOSED RESTRICTIONS.
Schedule D, Part X, Line 2 FIN 48 (ASC 740) footnote THE UNIVERSITY IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION AS DESCRIBED IN SECTION 501(C)(3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE (THE CODE) AND IS GENERALLY EXEMPT FROM INCOME TAXES ON RELATED INCOME PURSUANT TO SECTION 501(A) OF THE CODE. THE UNIVERSITY RECOGNIZES THE EFFECTS OF INCOME TAX POSITIONS ONLY IF THOSE POSITIONS ARE MORE LIKELY THAN NOT OF BEING SUSTAINED. THE UNIVERSITY EVALUATES, ON AN ANNUAL BASIS, THE EFFECTS OF ANY UNCERTAIN TAX POSITIONS ON ITS FINANCIAL STATEMENTS. AS OF JUNE 30, 2025 AND 2024, THE UNIVERSITY HAS NOT IDENTIFIED OR PROVIDED FOR ANY SUCH POSITIONS.
Schedule D, Part XI, Line 2(d) Other revenues in audited financial statements not in form 990 Financial Aid - -XXX-XX-XXXX CHANGE IN VALUE OF SPLIT-INTEREST AGREEMENTS - -98804
Schedule D, Part XI, Line 4(b) Other revenues in form 990 not in audited financial statements RENTAL EXPENSE - -61097 FUNDRAISING EXPENSE - -563782
Schedule D, Part XII, Line 2(d) Other expenses in audited financial statements not in form 990 RENTAL EXPENSE - 61097 FUNDRAISING EXPENSE - 563782
Schedule D, Part XII, Line 4(b) Other expenses in form 990 not in audited financial statements FINANCIAL AID - XXX-XX-XXXX
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SCHEDULE E(Form 990)
(Rev. January 2025)


Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Schools

Right pointing arrow large image Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990,
Part IV, line 13, or Form 990-EZ, Part VI, line 48.
Right pointing arrow large image Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
Right pointing arrow large image Go to www.irs.gov/Form990EZ for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Fairfield University
 
Employer identification number

06-0646623
Part I
YES
NO
1
Does the organization have a racially nondiscriminatory policy toward students by statement in its charter, bylaws,
other governing instrument, or in a resolution of its governing body? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1
Yes
 
2
Does the organization include a statement of its racially nondiscriminatory policy toward students in all its
brochures, catalogues, and other written communications with the public dealing with student admissions,
programs, and scholarships? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
Yes
 
3
Has the organization publicized its racially nondiscriminatory policy on its primary publicly accessible Internet homepage at
all times during its taxable year in a manner reasonably expected to be noticed by visitors to the homepage, or through
newspaper or broadcast media during the period of solicitation for students, or during the registration period if it has no
solicitation program, in a way that makes the policy known to all parts of the general community it serves? If "Yes," please
describe. If "No," please explain. If you need more space use Part II. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3
 
No
 
4
Does the organization maintain the following:
a
Records indicating the racial composition of the student body, faculty, and administrative staff? . . . . . . . . .
4a
Yes
 
b
Records documenting that scholarships and other financial assistance are awarded on a racially nondiscriminatory
basis? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4b
Yes
 
c
Copies of all catalogues, brochures, announcements, and other written communications to the public dealing
with student admissions, programs, and scholarships? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4c
Yes
 
d
Copies of all material used by the organization or on its behalf to solicit contributions? . . . . . . . . . . . .
4d
Yes
 
If you answered "No" to any of the above, please explain. If you need more space, use Part II.
 
5
Does the organization discriminate by race in any way with respect to:
a
Students' rights or privileges? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5a
 
No
b
Admissions policies? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5b
 
No
c
Employment of faculty or administrative staff? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5c
 
No
d
Scholarships or other financial assistance? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5d
 
No
e
Educational policies? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5e
 
No
f
Use of facilities? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5f
 
No
g
Athletic programs? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5g
 
No
h
Other extracurricular activities? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5h
 
No
If you answered "Yes" to any of the above, please explain. If you need more space, use Part II.
 
6a
Does the organization receive any financial aid or assistance from a governmental agency? . . . . . . . . . .
6a
Yes
 
b
Has the organization's right to such aid ever been revoked or suspended? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6b
 
No
If you answered "Yes" to either line 6a or line 6b, explain in Part II.
7
Does the organization certify that it has complied with the applicable requirements of sections 4.01 through 4.05
of Rev. Proc. 75-50, 1975-2 C.B. 587, as modified by Rev. Proc. 2019-22, 2019-22 I.R.B. 1260, covering racial nondiscrimination? If "No," explain in Part II. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7
 
No
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Cat. No. 50085D
Schedule E (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
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Part II
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part I, lines 3, 4d, 5h, 6b, and 7, as applicable. Also provide
any other additional information. See instructions.
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Schedule E, Part I, Line 3 RACIALLY NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY SEE SUPPLEMENTAL SECTION FOR NARRATIVE
Schedule E, Part I, Line 6(a) FINANCIAL AID OR ASSISTANCE FROM A GOVERNMENT FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY RECEIVES GRANTS, AWARDS AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR ITS STUDENTS FROM VARIOUS GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES. THE UNIVERSITY HAS ALWAYS BEEN IN GOOD STANDING AND THE RIGHT TO RECEIVE SUCH AID HAS NEVER BEEN REVOKED OR SUSPENDED.
Schedule E, Part I, Line 3 RACIALLY NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY THE UNIVERSITY'S NON-DISCRIMINATORY POLICY IS ACCESSIBLE VIA LINK ON THE UNIVERSITY'S HOMEPAGE. FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY ADMITS STUDENTS OF ANY SEX, RACE, COLOR, MARITAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, RELIGION, AGE, NATIONAL ORIGIN OR ANCESTRY, DISABILITY OR HANDICAP TO ALL THE RIGHTS, PRIVILEGES, PROGRAMS, AND ACTIVITIES GENERALLY ACCORDED OR MADE AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY. IT DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF SEX, RACE, COLOR, MARITAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, VETERAN'S STATUS, POLITICAL IDEOLOGY, RELIGION, AGE, NATIONAL ORIGIN OR ANCESTRY, DISABILITY OR HANDICAP IN ADMINISTRATION OF ITS EDUCATIONAL POLICIES, ADMISSIONS POLICIES, EMPLOYMENT POLICIES, SCHOLARSHIP AND LOAN PROGRAMS, ATHLETIC PROGRAMS, OR OTHER UNIVERSITY-ADMINISTERED PROGRAMS. THIS INFORMATION IS OUTLINED ON FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY'S PUBLIC WEBSITE.
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SCHEDULE F(Form 990)
(Rev. January 2025)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Statement of Activities Outside the United States
Right arrow Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 14b, 15, or 16.Right arrow Attach to Form 990.Right arrow Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Fairfield University
 
Employer identification number

06-0646623
Part I
General Information on Activities Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 14b.
1
For grantmakers. Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of its grants and
other assistance, the grantees’ eligibility for the grants or assistance, and the selection criteria used
to award the grants or assistance? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
For grantmakers. Describe in Part V the organization’s procedures for monitoring the use of its grants and other assistance outside the United States.
3
Activites per Region. (The following Part I, line 3 table can be duplicated if additional space is needed.)
(a) Region (b) Number of offices in the region (c) Number of employees, agents, and independent contractors in the region (d) Activities conducted in region (by type) (such as, fundraising, program services, investments, grants to recipients located in the region) (e) If activity listed in (d) is a program service, describe specific type of
service(s) in the region		 (f) Total expenditures
for and investments
in the region
Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) 1 4 Program Services Study Abroad Program 5,635,535
East Asia and the Pacific 0 0 Program Services Study Abroad Program 192,437
East Asia and the Pacific 0 0 Grantmaking   1,012,418
Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) 0 0 Grantmaking   1,697,458
Middle East and North Africa 0 0 Grantmaking   500
North America (Canada & Mexico only) 0 0 Grantmaking   696,178
South America 0 0 Grantmaking   213,114
South Asia 0 0 Grantmaking   46,360
Sub-Saharan Africa 0 0 Grantmaking   316,764
Central America and the Caribbean 0 0 Grantmaking   131,450
Central America and the Caribbean 0 0 Investments   75,797,604
Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) 0 0 Investments   20,898,365
           
           
           
           
           
3a Sub-total .... 1 4 106,638,183
b Total from continuation sheets to Part I ... 0 0 0
c Totals (add lines 3a and 3b) 1 4 106,638,183
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Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations or Entities Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 15, for any recipient who received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
1 (a) Name of organization (b) IRS code section
and EIN (if applicable)		 (c) Region (d) Purpose of
grant 		(e) Amount of
cash grant 		(f) Manner of
cash
disbursement 		(g) Amount
of noncash
assistance 		(h) Description
of noncash
assistance 		(i) Method of
valuation
(book, FMV,
appraisal, other)
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
2 Enter total number of recipient organizations listed above that are recognized as charities by the foreign country, recognized as tax-exempt by the IRS, or for which the grantee or counsel has provided a section 501(c)(3) equivalency letter .......MediumBullet
 
3 Enter total number of other organizations or entities .......................MediumBullet
 
Schedule F (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
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Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Individuals Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 16.
Part III can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Type of grant or assistance (b) Region (c) Number of recipients (d) Amount of
cash grant 		(e) Manner of cash
disbursement 		(f) Amount of
noncash
assistance 		(g) Description
of noncash
assistance 		(h) Method of
valuation
(book, FMV,
appraisal, other)
Scholarship East Asia and the Pacific 16 1,012,418 Financial Applied to Student Account      
Scholarship Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) 30 1,697,458 Financial Applied to Student Account      
Scholarship Middle East and North Africa 1 500 Financial Applied to Student Account      
Scholarship North America (Canada & Mexico only) 16 696,178 Financial Applied to Student Account      
Scholarship South America 12 213,114 Financial Applied to Student Account      
Scholarship South Asia 15 46,360 Financial Applied to Student Account      
Scholarship Sub-Saharan Africa 7 316,764 Financial Applied to Student Account      
Scholarship Central America and the Caribbean 6 131,450 Financial Applied to Student Account      
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
Schedule F (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
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Part IV
Foreign Forms
1 Was the organization a U.S. transferor of property to a foreign corporation during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 926, Return by a U.S. Transferor of Property to a Foreign Corporation (see Instructions for Form 926). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 Did the organization have an interest in a foreign trust during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to separately file Form 3520, Annual Return to Report Transactions with Foreign Trusts and Receipt of Certain Foreign Gifts, and/or Form 3520-A, Annual Information Return of Foreign Trust With a U.S. Owner (see Instructions for Forms 3520 and 3520-A; don't file with Form 990). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Did the organization have an ownership interest in a foreign corporation during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 5471, Information Return of U.S. Persons with Respect to Certain Foreign Corporations. (see Instructions for Form 5471). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Was the organization a direct or indirect shareholder of a passive foreign investment company or a qualified electing fund during the tax year? If “Yes,” the organization may be required to file Form 8621, Information Return by a Shareholder of a Passive Foreign Investment Company or Qualified Electing Fund. (see Instructions for Form 8621) .
5 Did the organization have an ownership interest in a foreign partnership during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 8865, Return of U.S. Persons with Respect to Certain Foreign Partnerships (see Instructions for Form 8865). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6 Did the organization have any operations in or related to any boycotting countries during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to separately file Form 5713, International Boycott Report (see Instructions for Form 5713; don't file with Form 990).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Schedule F (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule F (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
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Part V
Supplemental Information
Provide the information required by Part I, line 2 (monitoring of funds); Part I, line 3, column (f) (accounting method; amounts of investments vs. expenditures per region); Part II, line 1 (accounting method); Part III (accounting method); and Part III, column (c) (estimated number of recipients), as applicable. Also complete this part to provide any additional information. See instructions.
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Schedule F, Part I, Line 2 Procedures for monitoring use of grant funds THE UNIVERSITY HAS IN PLACE INTERNAL CONTROLS TO ENSURE AMOUNTS ARE AWARDED TO STUDENTS WHO CONTINUE TO MEET & MAINTAIN ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS. THESE INTERNAL CONTROLS ARE Administered BY THE UNIVERSITY'S FINANCIAL AID OFFICE.
Schedule F, Part V PART I, LINE 2- GRANTMAKING THE UNIVERSITY OFFERS FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IN THE FORM OF LOANS, GRANTS, EMPLOYMENT (WORK STUDY) AND SCHOLARSHIPS. THE AWARDS ARE GIVEN TO STUDENTS MEETING CERTAIN ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS. THE PROGRAMS ARE ADMINISTERED BY THE FINANCIAL AID OFFICE WHICH HAS VARIOUS INTERNAL CONTROLS IN PLACE TO MONITOR THE AMOUNT OFFERED TO STUDENTS. AN ANNUAL UNIFORM GUIDANCE AUDIT IS CONDUCTED FOR THE FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS AND THE FISAP REPORT IS PREPARED ANNUALLY FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. AMOUNTS OF AID AWARDED ARE CREDITED TO STUDENT ACCOUNTS AND NOT SENT DIRECTLY TO THE STUDENT.
Schedule F, Part V METHOD USED TO ACCOUNT FOR EXPENDITURES ON ORG'S FINANCIAL STATEMENTS STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS AND GRANTMAKING ARE REPORTED ON THE ACCRUAL METHOD. INVESTMENTS ARE REPORTED AT FAIR MARKET VALUE.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
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SCHEDULE G (Form 990)
(Rev. January 2025)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information Regarding
Fundraising or Gaming Activities
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 17, 18, or 19, or if the organization entered more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a. right arrowAttach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
right arrowGo to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Fairfield University
 
Employer identification number

06-0646623
Part I
Fundraising Activities.Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 17.
Form 990-EZ filers are not required to complete this part.
1
Indicate whether the organization raised funds through any of the following activities. Check all that apply.
a e
b f
c g
d
2a
Did the organization have a written or oral agreement with any individual (including officers, directors, trustees
or key employees listed in Form 990, Part VII) or entity in connection with professional fundraising services?
b
If "Yes," list the 10 highest paid individuals or entities (fundraisers) pursuant to agreements under which the fundraiser is
to be compensated at least $5,000 by the organization.


(i) Name and address of individual
or entity (fundraiser) 		(ii) Activity (iii) Did fundraiser have custody or control of contributions? (iv) Gross receipts
from activity 		(v) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
fundraiser listed in
col. (i) 		(vi) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
organization
Yes No
 
GiveCampus Inc
903 G St SE
 
Washington, DC20003 		External Website   No 3,402,524 124,432 3,278,092
 
Community Counselling Service Co LLC
527 Madison Avenue 5th Floor
 
New York, NY10022 		Campaign Consulting   No 0 196,140 -196,140
 
TOSKR Inc
2672 BAYSHORE PARKWAY
 
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA94043 		External Communications   No 0 6,690 -6,690
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . right arrow 3,402,524 327,262 3,075,262
3
List all states in which the organization is registered or licensed to solicit contributions or has been notified it is exempt from registration or licensing.
CT, FL, NJ, NY
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Schedule G (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule G (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
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Part II
Fundraising Events. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 18, or reported more than $15,000 of fundraising event contributions and gross income on Form 990-EZ, lines 1 and 6b. List events with gross receipts greater than $5,000.




VerticalRevenue
(a) Event #1

Award Dinner
(event type) 		(b) Event #2

ATHLETICS GOLF OUTING
(event type) 		(c) Other events

2
(total number) 		(d) Total events
(add col. (a) through col. (c))

1
Gross receipts . . . . .
2,134,286
88,760
79,285
2,302,331

2
Less: Contributions . . . .
1,690,845
61,270
12,550
1,764,665
3 Gross income (line 1 minus
line 2) . . . . . .
443,441
27,490
66,735
537,666



VerticalDirectExpenses
4 Cash prizes . . . . .        
5 Noncash prizes . . . .        
6 Rent/facility costs . . . . 100,453 25,010 47,115 172,578
7 Food and beverages . . . 305,795 19,276 15,029 340,100
8 Entertainment . . . .        
9 Other direct expenses . . . 37,193 13,333 578 51,104
10 Direct expense summary. Add lines 4 through 9 in column (d) . . . . . . . . . . right arrow 563,782
11 Net income summary. Subtract line 10 from line 3, column (d). . . . . . . . . . right arrow -26,116
Part III
Gaming. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 19, or reported more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a.
VerticalRevenue
(a) Bingo (b) Pull tabs/Instant
bingo/progressive bingo 		(c) Other gaming (d) Total gaming (add col.(a) through col.(c))

1
Gross revenue . . . . .
 
 
 
 
VerticalDirectExpenses

2
Cash prizes . . . . .
 
 
 
 

3
Noncash prizes . . . .
 
 
 
 

4
Rent/facility costs . . . .
 
 
 
 

5
Other direct expenses . . .
 
 
 
 


6

Volunteer labor . . . .
%
%
%


7
Direct expense summary. Add lines 2 through 5 in column (d) . . . . . . . . . . right arrow
 

8
Net gaming income summary. Subtract line 7 from line 1, column (d). . . . . . . . . right arrow
 

9
Enter the state(s) in which the organization conducts gaming activities:
a
Is the organization licensed to conduct gaming activities in each of these states? . . . . . . . .
YesNo
b
If "No," explain:
 
10a
Were any of the organization's gaming licenses revoked, suspended or terminated during the tax year? . . .
YesNo
b
If "Yes," explain:
 
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11
Does the organization conduct gaming activities with nonmembers? . . . . . . . . . . .
YesNo
12
Is the organization a grantor, beneficiary or trustee of a trust or a member of a partnership or other entity
formed to administer charitable gaming? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
YesNo
13
Indicate the percentage of gaming activity conducted in:
a
The organization's facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13a
%
b
An outside facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13b
%
14
Enter the name and address of the person who prepares the organization's gaming/special events books and records:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
15a
Does the organization have a contract with a third party from whom the organization receives gaming
revenue? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of gaming revenue received by the organization right arrow $   and the
amount of gaming revenue retained by the third party right arrow $   .
c
If "Yes," enter name and address of the third party:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
16
Gaming manager information:
Name right arrow
Gaming manager compensation right arrow $  
Description of services provided right arrow
 
17
Mandatory distributions:
a
Is the organization required under state law to make charitable distributions from the gaming proceeds to
retain the state gaming license? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b
Enter the amount of distributions required under state law distributed to other exempt organizations or spent
in the organization's own exempt activities during the tax year right arrow$  
Part IV
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part I, line 2b, columns (iii) and (v); and Part III, lines 9, 9b, 10b, 15b, 15c, 16, and 17b, as applicable. Also provide any additional information. See instructions.
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule G, Part I PROFESSIONAL FUNDRAISING SERVICES GIVECAMPUS provides an online platform that is used as part of the University's annual fundraising activities. COMMUNITY COUNSELLING SERVICES, a strategic fundraising firm, provides on-site training to Fairfield University in-house personnel on fundraising strategies, planning, management, and implementation of programs to achieve fundraising goals. TOSKR is a text messaging service used in fundraising. Due to the nature of the services provided by Community Counselling LLC and Toskr, Inc.-specifically campaign consulting and external communications-no direct solicitations were conducted. As a result, the University is unable to directly attribute these activities to contributions received. Accordingly, no gross receipts have been reported in Part I, Line 2b, Column (iv). Consequently, Part I, Line 2b, Column (vi) reflects a negative amount.
Schedule G, Part I, Line 3 STATES REGISTERED THE UNIVERSITY IS REGISTERED IN CT, FL, NJ, AND NY FOR THE SOLICITATION OF CONTRIBUTIONS THROUGH CHARITABLE GIFT ANNUITIES.
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Schedule I
(Form 990)
(Rev. January 2025)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations,
Governments and Individuals in the United States
Complete if the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22.
lBullet Attach to Form 990.
lBullet Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
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Name of the organization
Fairfield University
 
Employer identification number
06-0646623
Part I
General Information on Grants and Assistance
1
Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and
the selection criteria used to award the grants or assistance? ........................
2
Describe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States.
Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Organizations and Domestic Governments. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 21, for any recipient
that received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Name and address of organization
or government		 (b) EIN (c) IRC section
(if applicable)		 (d) Amount of cash grant (e) Amount of non-cash
assistance		 (f) Method of valuation
(book, FMV, appraisal,
other)		 (g) Description of
noncash assistance		 (h) Purpose of grant
or assistance
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
(11)
(12)
2
Enter total number of section 501(c)(3) and government organizations listed in the line 1 table ................. Bullet Image
 
3
Enter total number of other organizations listed in the line 1 table ........................ . Bullet Image
 
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Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Individuals. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 22.
Part III can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Type of grant or assistance (b) Number of
recipients		 (c) Amount of
cash grant		 (d) Amount of
noncash assistance		 (e) Method of valuation (book,
FMV, appraisal, other)		 (f) Description of noncash assistance
(1) INSTITUTIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS 7388 116,786,156      
(2) ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIPS 318 7,739,445      
(3) STATE AND FEDERAL GRANTS 459 1,272,050      
(4) PREP SCHOOL FINANCIAL AID 403 4,459,474      
(5) OTHER FINANCIAL AID 571 5,383,155      
(5)
(6)
(7)
Part IV
Supplemental Information. Provide the information required in Part I, line 2; Part III, column (b); and any other additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule I, Part I, Line 2 Procedures for monitoring use of grant funds THE UNIVERSITY OFFERS FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IN THE FORM OF LOANS, GRANTS, EMPLOYMENT (WORK STUDY) AND SCHOLARSHIPS. THE AWARDS ARE GIVEN TO STUDENTS MEETING CERTAIN ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS. THE PROGRAMS ARE ADMINISTERED BY THE FINANCIAL AID OFFICE WHICH HAS VARIOUS INTERNAL CONTROLS IN PLACE TO MONITOR THE AMOUNT OFFERED TO STUDENTS. AN ANNUAL UNIFORM GUIDANCE AUDIT IS CONDUCTED FOR THE FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS AND THE FISAP REPORT IS PREPARED ANNUALLY FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. AMOUNTS OF AID AWARDED ARE CREDITED TO STUDENT ACCOUNTS AND NOT SENT DIRECTLY TO THE STUDENT.
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Schedule J
(Form 990)
(Rev. January 2025)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Compensation Information
For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest
Compensated Employees
medium right arrow graphic Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 23.
medium right arrow graphic Attach to Form 990.
medium right arrow graphic Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Fairfield University
 
Employer identification number

06-0646623
Part I
Questions Regarding Compensation
Yes
No
1a
Check the appropiate box(es) if the organization provided any of the following to or for a person listed on Form
990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a. Complete Part III to provide any relevant information regarding these items.
b
If any of the boxes on Line 1a are checked, did the organization follow a written policy regarding payment or reimbursement or provision of all of the expenses described above? If "No," complete Part III to explain .....
1b
Yes
 
2
Did the organization require substantiation prior to reimbursing or allowing expenses incurred by all
directors, trustees, officers, including the CEO/Executive Director, regarding the items checked on Line 1a? ....
2
Yes
 
3
Indicate which, if any, of the following the filing organization used to establish the compensation of the
organization's CEO/Executive Director. Check all that apply. Do not check any boxes for methods
used by a related organization to establish compensation of the CEO/Executive Director, but explain in Part III.
4
During the year, did any person listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, with respect to the filing organization or a related organization:
a
Receive a severance payment or change-of-control payment? .............
4a
 
No
b
Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan? .........
4b
Yes
 
c
Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? .........
4c
 
No
If "Yes" to any of lines 4a-c, list the persons and provide the applicable amounts for each item in Part III.
Only 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations must complete lines 5-9.
5
For persons listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the revenues of:
a
The organization? ....................
5a
 
No
b
Any related organization? .......................
5b
 
No
If "Yes," on line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III.
6
For persons listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the net earnings of:
a
The organization? ..................
6a
 
No
b
Any related organization? ......................
6b
 
No
If "Yes," on line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.
7
For persons listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization provide any nonfixed
payments not described in lines 5 and 6? If "Yes," describe in Part III ............
7
Yes
 
8
Were any amounts reported on Form 990, Part VII, paid or accured pursuant to a contract that was
subject to the initial contract exception described in Regulations section 53.4958-4(a)(3)? If "Yes," describe
in Part III ..........................
8
 
No
9
If "Yes" on line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations section 53.4958-6(c)? .........................
9
 
 
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 50053T
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Part II
Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees. Use duplicate copies if additional space is needed.
For each individual whose compensation must be reported on Schedule J, report compensation from the organization on row (i) and from related organizations, described in the
instructions, on row (ii). Do not list any individuals that are not listed on Form 990, Part VII.
Note. The sum of columns (B)(i)-(iii) for each listed individual must equal the total amount of Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, applicable column (D) and (E) amounts for that individual.
(A) Name and Title (B) Breakdown of W-2, 1099-MISC compensation, and/or 1099-NEC (C) Retirement and other deferred compensation (D) Nontaxable
benefits		 (E) Total of columns
(B)(i)-(D) 		(F) Compensation in column (B) reported as deferred on prior Form 990
(i) Base
compensation 		(ii) Bonus & incentive
compensation 		(iii) Other reportable compensation
1MARK R NEMEC PHD
PRESIDENT 		(i)

(ii)		 644,873
-------------
0 		252,000
-------------
0 		11,093
-------------
0 		81,050
-------------
0 		106,345
-------------
0 		1,095,361
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
2MICHAEL TRAFECANTE
VP FOR FINANCE, CFO & TREASURER 		(i)

(ii)		 306,779
-------------
0 		75,501
-------------
0 		1,311
-------------
0 		27,314
-------------
0 		133,534
-------------
0 		544,439
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
3CHRISTINE SIEGEL
PROVOST & SR VP ACADEMICS 		(i)

(ii)		 426,834
-------------
0 		97,200
-------------
0 		2,000
-------------
0 		31,050
-------------
0 		54,030
-------------
0 		611,114
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
4JOANNE WILLIAMS
SR VP FOR FINANCE & ADMIN 		(i)

(ii)		 367,986
-------------
0 		74,000
-------------
0 		32,096
-------------
0 		31,050
-------------
0 		20,154
-------------
0 		525,286
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
5RICHARD GREENWALD
DEAN, SCHOOL OF CAS 		(i)

(ii)		 256,309
-------------
0 		47,669
-------------
0 		1,671
-------------
0 		23,451
-------------
0 		53,827
-------------
0 		382,927
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
6DAVID FRASSINELLI
VP of Facilities, Campus & Auxiliary Services 		(i)

(ii)		 242,723
-------------
0 		56,884
-------------
0 		3,071
-------------
0 		22,562
-------------
0 		39,488
-------------
0 		364,728
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
7PAUL SCHLICKMANN
VP OF ATHLETICS 		(i)

(ii)		 335,801
-------------
0 		78,512
-------------
0 		82,723
-------------
0 		29,422
-------------
0 		57,538
-------------
0 		583,996
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
8ZHAN LI
DEAN, SCHOOL OF BUSINESS 		(i)

(ii)		 400,766
-------------
0 		90,000
-------------
0 		7,598
-------------
0 		31,050
-------------
0 		18,370
-------------
0 		547,784
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
9WALTER HALAS
VP OF ADVANCEMENT 		(i)

(ii)		 346,093
-------------
0 		77,652
-------------
0 		3,980
-------------
0 		31,050
-------------
0 		43,127
-------------
0 		501,902
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
10CHRISTOPHER CASEY
MEN'S BASKETBALL COACH 		(i)

(ii)		 337,667
-------------
0 		47,238
-------------
0 		4,235
-------------
0 		31,050
-------------
0 		54,010
-------------
0 		474,200
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
11CORY UNIS
VP FOR ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT 		(i)

(ii)		 281,108
-------------
0 		86,009
-------------
0 		4,643
-------------
0 		26,364
-------------
0 		55,838
-------------
0 		453,962
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
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Supplemental Information
Provide the information, explanation, or descriptions required for Part I, lines 1a, 1b, 3, 4a, 4b, 4c, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7, and 8, and for Part II. Also complete this part for any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule J, Part I, Line 1a Housing allowance or residence for personal use THE PRESIDENT RESIDES IN A HOUSE THAT WAS DONATED TO THE UNIVERSITY SPECIFICALLY FOR THE PRESIDENT'S USE. THE HOUSE IS USED FOR UNIVERSITY EVENTS. THE PRESIDENT LIVES IN THE HOUSE FOR THE CONVENIENCE OF THE UNIVERSITY. ALL AMOUNTS ARE INCLUDED IN NON-TAXABLE BENEFITS IN COLUMN D OF SCHEDULE J, PART II, COLUMN (D). THE UNIVERSITY PROVIDES AN APARTMENT FOR USE BY THE DEAN OF THE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND SENIOR VP OF FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION. ALL AMOUNTS ARE INCLUDED IN TAXABLE INCOME.
Schedule J, Part I, Line 1a Health or social club dues or initiation fees THE PRESIDENT AND THE VP OF ATHLETICS RECEIVED MEMBERSHIP TO A CLUB FOR THE PURPOSE OF ENTERTAINING POTENTIAL DONORS. ALL AMOUNTS ARE INCLUDED IN TAXABLE INCOME.
Schedule J, Part I, Line 4b Supplemental nonqualified retirement plan Mark R. Nemec, Ph.D., the president, participated in a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan. Deferred compensation of $50,000 from the plan is included in Schedule J, Part II, column (c).
Schedule J, Part I, Line 7 Non-fixed payments VARIOUS MEMBERS OF MANAGEMENT WERE AWARDED A PERFORMANCE BONUS BASED ON SUCCESSFUL ATTAINMENT OF PERFORMANCE BASED OBJECTIVES.
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Schedule K
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information on Tax-Exempt Bonds
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part Ⅵ, line 24a. Provide descriptions,
explanations, and any additional information in Part Ⅵ.
Attach to Form 990.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
Fairfield University
 
Employer identification number
06-0646623
Part Ⅰ
Bond Issues
(a) Issuer name (b) Issuer EIN (c) CUSIP # (d) Date issued (e) Issue price (f) Description of purpose (g) Defeased (h) On
behalf of
issuer		 (i) Pool
financing
Yes No Yes No Yes No
A CHEFA 2016 SERIES Q-1
  		06-0806186 20774YYR2 02-25-2016 53,583,942 CONSTRUCTION OF VARIOUS CAMPUS FACILITIES   X   X   X
B CHEFA 2016 SERIES Q-2
  		06-0806186 20774YZH3 03-30-2016 20,006,907 PARTIALLY ADVANCE REFUND CHEFA SERIES 2008   X   X   X
C CHEFA 2017 SERIES R
  		06-0806186 20774Y3B1 12-20-2017 121,950,419 REFUND CHEFA SERIES O; CONSTRUCTION   X   X   X
D CHEFA 2018 SERIES S
  		06-0806186 20774Y3Y1 04-04-2018 75,309,545 REFUND CHEFA SERIES M & N; CONSTRUCTION   X   X   X
CHEFA 2020 SERIES T
  		06-0806186 20775DHW5 09-10-2020 28,063,429 REFUND CHEFA SERIES P; CONSTRUCTION   X   X   X
CHEFA 2022 SERIES U
  		06-0806186 20775DST0 03-17-2022 30,469,568 CONSTRUCTION   X   X   X
Part Ⅱ
Proceeds
A B C D
1 Amount of bonds retired .................. 0 7,450,000 0 34,565,000
2 Amount of bonds legally defeased ..............       0
3 Total proceeds of issue .................. 53,583,942 20,006,907 121,950,419 75,309,545
4 Gross proceeds in reserve funds ............. 0 0 0 0
5 Capitalized interest from proceeds ............. 3,138,393 0 0 0
6 Proceeds in refunding escrows ............... 0 0 0 0
7 Issuance costs from proceeds ............... 525,083 291,476 808,952 554,389
8 Credit enhancement from proceeds ............. 0 0 0 0
9 Working capital expenditures from proceeds ............. 0 0 0 0
10 Capital expenditures from proceeds ............. 49,920,466 0 40,000,000 0
11 Other spent proceeds ............. 0 19,715,431 81,141,467 74,755,156
12 Other unspent proceeds ............. 0 0 0 0
13 Year of substantial completion ............. 2018 2016 2019 2018
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
14 Were the bonds issued as part of a current refunding issue of tax-exempt
bonds (or, if issued prior to 2020, a current refunding issue)? ........ 		  X   X   X X  
15 Were the bonds issued as part of an advance refunding issue of taxable
bonds (or, if issued prior to 2020, an advance refunding issue)? ........ 		  X X   X     X
16 Has the final allocation of proceeds been made? .......... X   X   X   X  
17 Does the organization maintain adequate books and records to support the final allocation of proceeds? .................. X   X   X   X  
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Part Ⅲ
Private Business Use
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
1 Was the organization a partner in a partnership, or a member of an LLC, which owned property financed by tax-exempt bonds? .............   X   X   X   X
2 Are there any lease arrangements that may result in private business use of bond-financed property? ...............   X   X   X   X
3a Are there any management or service contracts that may result in private business use of bond-financed property? ............. X   X   X   X  
b If "Yes" to line 3a, does the organization routinely engage bond counsel or other outside counsel to review any management or service contracts relating to the financed property? X   X   X   X  
c Are there any research agreements that may result in private business use of bond-financed property? .............   X X     X   X
d If "Yes" to line 3c, does the organization routinely engage bond counsel or other outside counsel to review any research agreements relating to the financed property?   X X     X X  
4 Enter the percentage of financed property used in a private business use by entities other than a section 501(c)(3) organization or a state or local government .... 0 % 0.03 % 0 % 0 %
5 Enter the percentage of financed property used in a private business use as a result of unrelated trade or business activity carried on by your organization, another section 501(c)(3) organization, or a state or local government ......... 0 % 0 % 0 % 0 %
6 Total of lines 4 and 5 ............. 0 % 0.03 % 0 % 0 %
7 Does the bond issue meet the private security or payment test? ...   X   X   X   X
8a Has there been a sale or disposition of any of the bond-financed property to a nongovernmental person other than a 501(c)(3) organization since the bonds were issued?.............   X   X   X   X
b If "Yes" to line 8a, enter the percentage of bond-financed property sold or disposed of. .. 0 % 0 % 0 % 0 %
c If "Yes" to line 8a, was any remedial action taken pursuant to Regulations sections 1.141-12 and 1.145-2? .............   X   X   X   X
9 Has the organization established written procedures to ensure that all nonqualified bonds of the issue are remediated in accordance with the requirements under
Regulations sections 1.141-12 and 1.145-2? ........ 		X   X   X   X  
Part Ⅳ
Arbitrage
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
1 Has the issuer filed Form 8038-T, Arbitrage Rebate, Yield Reduction and Penalty in Lieu of Arbitrage Rebate? ...   X   X   X   X
2 If "No" to line 1, did the following apply? ....
a Rebate not due yet? .......   X   X   X   X
b Exception to rebate? ........   X   X   X   X
c No rebate due? ......... X   X   X   X  
If "Yes" to line 2c, provide in Part Ⅵ the date the rebate
computation was performed ......
3 Is the bond issue a variable rate issue? .....   X   X   X   X
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Part Ⅳ
Arbitrage (Continued)
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
4a Has the organization or the governmental issuer entered into a qualified hedge with respect to the bond issue?   X   X   X   X
b Name of provider ..........  
  		 
  		 
  		 
 
c Term of hedge ......... 0 % 0 % 0 % 0 %
d Was the hedge superintegrated? ......   X   X   X   X
e Was the hedge terminated? ........   X   X   X   X
5a Were gross proceeds invested in a guaranteed investment contract (GIC)?   X   X   X   X
b Name of provider ..........  
  		 
  		 
  		 
 
c Term of GIC ......... 0 % 0 % 0 % 0 %
d Was the regulatory safe harbor for establishing the fair market value of the GIC satisfied? ........   X   X   X   X
6 Were any gross proceeds invested beyond an available temporary period?   X   X   X   X
7 Has the organization established written procedures to monitor the requirements of section 148? ... X   X   X   X  
Part Ⅴ
Procedures To Undertake Corrective Action
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
Has the organization established written procedures to ensure that violations of federal tax requirements are timely identified and corrected through the voluntary closing agreement program if self-remediation is not available under applicable regulations? X   X   X   X  
Part Ⅵ
Supplemental Information. Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule K. (See instructions).
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule K, Part II, Line 11 OTHER SPENT PROCEEDS CHEFA 2016 SERIES Q-2 BOND: THE OTHER SPENT PROCEEDS WERE USED TO ADVANCE REFUND A PORTION OF THE SERIES M BOND ISSUE. CHEFA 2017 SERIES R BOND: THE OTHER PROCEEDS WERE USED TO REFUND SERIES O. THE REMAINING $40 MILLION WAS USED FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF NEW JR/SR TOWNHOUSES AND RENOVATIONS OF OTHER CAMPUS FACILITIES. CHEFA 2018 SERIES S BOND: THE OTHER SPEND PROCEEDS WERE USED TO CURRENTLY REFUND THE 2008 SERIES M AND SERIES N BOND ISSUES. CHEFA 2020 SERIES T BOND: THE OTHER SPENT PROCEEDS WERE USED TO REFUND THE 2010 SERIES P BOND SERIES.
Schedule K, Part III, Line 3a MANAGEMENT AND SERVICE CONTRACTS ALL MANAGEMENT AND SERVICE CONTRACTS IN BOND FINANCED SPACE HAVE BEEN PREVIOUSLY REVIEWED BY BOND COUNSEL. THEY WERE DETERMINED TO FALL UNDER THE SAFE HARBOR PROVIDED BY REVENUE PROCEDURE 2007-17 AND WILL NOT RESULT IN PRIVATE BUSINESS USE.
Schedule K, Part III, Line 3c RESEARCH AGREEMENTS RESEARCH AGREEMENTS RELATING TO THE BOND ISSUE Q2 HAVE BEEN REVIEWED BY BOND COUNSEL TO ENSURE THEY ARE COMPLIANT WITH THE APPLICABLE SAFE HARBORS. THE RESEARCH AGREEMENTS DID NOT RESULT IN ANY PRIVATE BUSINESS USE.
Schedule K, Part IV, Line 2c REBATE CALCULATIONS THE DATE OF MOST RECENT REBATE CALCULATION FOR THE CHEFA 2016 SERIES Q-1 WAS FEBRUARY 25, 2021. THE DATE OF THE MOST RECENT REBATE CALCULATION FOR THE CHEFA 2016 Q-2 WAS MARCH 30, 2021. THE DATE OF THE MOST RECENT REBATE CALCULATION FOR THE CHEFA 2017 SERIES R BOND WAS DECEMBER 20, 2022. THE DATE OF THE MOST RECENT REBATE CALCULATION FOR THE CHEFA 2018 SERIES S BOND WAS APRIL 4, 2023.
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Schedule K
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information on Tax-Exempt Bonds
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part Ⅵ, line 24a. Provide descriptions,
explanations, and any additional information in Part Ⅵ.
Attach to Form 990.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
Fairfield University
 
Employer identification number
06-0646623
Part Ⅰ
Bond Issues
(a) Issuer name (b) Issuer EIN (c) CUSIP # (d) Date issued (e) Issue price (f) Description of purpose (g) Defeased (h) On
behalf of
issuer		 (i) Pool
financing
Yes No Yes No Yes No
A CHEFA 2016 SERIES Q-1
  		06-0806186 20774YYR2 02-25-2016 53,583,942 CONSTRUCTION OF VARIOUS CAMPUS FACILITIES   X   X   X
B CHEFA 2016 SERIES Q-2
  		06-0806186 20774YZH3 03-30-2016 20,006,907 PARTIALLY ADVANCE REFUND CHEFA SERIES 2008   X   X   X
C CHEFA 2017 SERIES R
  		06-0806186 20774Y3B1 12-20-2017 121,950,419 REFUND CHEFA SERIES O; CONSTRUCTION   X   X   X
D CHEFA 2018 SERIES S
  		06-0806186 20774Y3Y1 04-04-2018 75,309,545 REFUND CHEFA SERIES M & N; CONSTRUCTION   X   X   X
CHEFA 2020 SERIES T
  		06-0806186 20775DHW5 09-10-2020 28,063,429 REFUND CHEFA SERIES P; CONSTRUCTION   X   X   X
CHEFA 2022 SERIES U
  		06-0806186 20775DST0 03-17-2022 30,469,568 CONSTRUCTION   X   X   X
Part Ⅱ
Proceeds
A B C D
1 Amount of bonds retired .................. 0 7,450,000 0 34,565,000
2 Amount of bonds legally defeased ..............       0
3 Total proceeds of issue .................. 53,583,942 20,006,907 121,950,419 75,309,545
4 Gross proceeds in reserve funds ............. 0 0 0 0
5 Capitalized interest from proceeds ............. 3,138,393 0 0 0
6 Proceeds in refunding escrows ............... 0 0 0 0
7 Issuance costs from proceeds ............... 525,083 291,476 808,952 554,389
8 Credit enhancement from proceeds ............. 0 0 0 0
9 Working capital expenditures from proceeds ............. 0 0 0 0
10 Capital expenditures from proceeds ............. 49,920,466 0 40,000,000 0
11 Other spent proceeds ............. 0 19,715,431 81,141,467 74,755,156
12 Other unspent proceeds ............. 0 0 0 0
13 Year of substantial completion ............. 2018 2016 2019 2018
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
14 Were the bonds issued as part of a current refunding issue of tax-exempt
bonds (or, if issued prior to 2020, a current refunding issue)? ........ 		  X   X   X X  
15 Were the bonds issued as part of an advance refunding issue of taxable
bonds (or, if issued prior to 2020, an advance refunding issue)? ........ 		  X X   X     X
16 Has the final allocation of proceeds been made? .......... X   X   X   X  
17 Does the organization maintain adequate books and records to support the final allocation of proceeds? .................. X   X   X   X  
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Part Ⅲ
Private Business Use
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
1 Was the organization a partner in a partnership, or a member of an LLC, which owned property financed by tax-exempt bonds? .............   X   X   X   X
2 Are there any lease arrangements that may result in private business use of bond-financed property? ...............   X   X   X   X
3a Are there any management or service contracts that may result in private business use of bond-financed property? ............. X   X   X   X  
b If "Yes" to line 3a, does the organization routinely engage bond counsel or other outside counsel to review any management or service contracts relating to the financed property? X   X   X   X  
c Are there any research agreements that may result in private business use of bond-financed property? .............   X X     X   X
d If "Yes" to line 3c, does the organization routinely engage bond counsel or other outside counsel to review any research agreements relating to the financed property?   X X     X X  
4 Enter the percentage of financed property used in a private business use by entities other than a section 501(c)(3) organization or a state or local government .... 0 % 0.03 % 0 % 0 %
5 Enter the percentage of financed property used in a private business use as a result of unrelated trade or business activity carried on by your organization, another section 501(c)(3) organization, or a state or local government ......... 0 % 0 % 0 % 0 %
6 Total of lines 4 and 5 ............. 0 % 0.03 % 0 % 0 %
7 Does the bond issue meet the private security or payment test? ...   X   X   X   X
8a Has there been a sale or disposition of any of the bond-financed property to a nongovernmental person other than a 501(c)(3) organization since the bonds were issued?.............   X   X   X   X
b If "Yes" to line 8a, enter the percentage of bond-financed property sold or disposed of. .. 0 % 0 % 0 % 0 %
c If "Yes" to line 8a, was any remedial action taken pursuant to Regulations sections 1.141-12 and 1.145-2? .............   X   X   X   X
9 Has the organization established written procedures to ensure that all nonqualified bonds of the issue are remediated in accordance with the requirements under
Regulations sections 1.141-12 and 1.145-2? ........ 		X   X   X   X  
Part Ⅳ
Arbitrage
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
1 Has the issuer filed Form 8038-T, Arbitrage Rebate, Yield Reduction and Penalty in Lieu of Arbitrage Rebate? ...   X   X   X   X
2 If "No" to line 1, did the following apply? ....
a Rebate not due yet? .......   X   X   X   X
b Exception to rebate? ........   X   X   X   X
c No rebate due? ......... X   X   X   X  
If "Yes" to line 2c, provide in Part Ⅵ the date the rebate
computation was performed ......
3 Is the bond issue a variable rate issue? .....   X   X   X   X
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Arbitrage (Continued)
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
4a Has the organization or the governmental issuer entered into a qualified hedge with respect to the bond issue?   X   X   X   X
b Name of provider ..........  
  		 
  		 
  		 
 
c Term of hedge ......... 0 % 0 % 0 % 0 %
d Was the hedge superintegrated? ......   X   X   X   X
e Was the hedge terminated? ........   X   X   X   X
5a Were gross proceeds invested in a guaranteed investment contract (GIC)?   X   X   X   X
b Name of provider ..........  
  		 
  		 
  		 
 
c Term of GIC ......... 0 % 0 % 0 % 0 %
d Was the regulatory safe harbor for establishing the fair market value of the GIC satisfied? ........   X   X   X   X
6 Were any gross proceeds invested beyond an available temporary period?   X   X   X   X
7 Has the organization established written procedures to monitor the requirements of section 148? ... X   X   X   X  
Part Ⅴ
Procedures To Undertake Corrective Action
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
Has the organization established written procedures to ensure that violations of federal tax requirements are timely identified and corrected through the voluntary closing agreement program if self-remediation is not available under applicable regulations? X   X   X   X  
Part Ⅵ
Supplemental Information. Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule K. (See instructions).
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule K, Part II, Line 11 OTHER SPENT PROCEEDS CHEFA 2016 SERIES Q-2 BOND: THE OTHER SPENT PROCEEDS WERE USED TO ADVANCE REFUND A PORTION OF THE SERIES M BOND ISSUE. CHEFA 2017 SERIES R BOND: THE OTHER PROCEEDS WERE USED TO REFUND SERIES O. THE REMAINING $40 MILLION WAS USED FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF NEW JR/SR TOWNHOUSES AND RENOVATIONS OF OTHER CAMPUS FACILITIES. CHEFA 2018 SERIES S BOND: THE OTHER SPEND PROCEEDS WERE USED TO CURRENTLY REFUND THE 2008 SERIES M AND SERIES N BOND ISSUES. CHEFA 2020 SERIES T BOND: THE OTHER SPENT PROCEEDS WERE USED TO REFUND THE 2010 SERIES P BOND SERIES.
Schedule K, Part III, Line 3a MANAGEMENT AND SERVICE CONTRACTS ALL MANAGEMENT AND SERVICE CONTRACTS IN BOND FINANCED SPACE HAVE BEEN PREVIOUSLY REVIEWED BY BOND COUNSEL. THEY WERE DETERMINED TO FALL UNDER THE SAFE HARBOR PROVIDED BY REVENUE PROCEDURE 2007-17 AND WILL NOT RESULT IN PRIVATE BUSINESS USE.
Schedule K, Part III, Line 3c RESEARCH AGREEMENTS RESEARCH AGREEMENTS RELATING TO THE BOND ISSUE Q2 HAVE BEEN REVIEWED BY BOND COUNSEL TO ENSURE THEY ARE COMPLIANT WITH THE APPLICABLE SAFE HARBORS. THE RESEARCH AGREEMENTS DID NOT RESULT IN ANY PRIVATE BUSINESS USE.
Schedule K, Part IV, Line 2c REBATE CALCULATIONS THE DATE OF MOST RECENT REBATE CALCULATION FOR THE CHEFA 2016 SERIES Q-1 WAS FEBRUARY 25, 2021. THE DATE OF THE MOST RECENT REBATE CALCULATION FOR THE CHEFA 2016 Q-2 WAS MARCH 30, 2021. THE DATE OF THE MOST RECENT REBATE CALCULATION FOR THE CHEFA 2017 SERIES R BOND WAS DECEMBER 20, 2022. THE DATE OF THE MOST RECENT REBATE CALCULATION FOR THE CHEFA 2018 SERIES S BOND WAS APRIL 4, 2023.
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Schedule L
(Form 990)
(Rev. January 2025)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Transactions with Interested Persons
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 25a, 25b, 26, 27, 28a, 28b, or 28c, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 38a or 40b.
Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Fairfield University
 
Employer identification number

06-0646623
Part I
Excess Benefit Transactions (section 501(c)(3), section 501(c)(4), and section 501(c)(29) organizations only).
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 25a or 25b, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 40b.
1(a) Name of disqualified person (b) Relationship between disqualified person and organization (c) Description of transaction (d) Corrected?
Yes No
2
Enter the amount of tax incurred by the organization managers or disqualified persons during the year under section 4958. ........................... $
 
3
Enter the amount of tax, if any, on line 2, above, reimbursed by the organization ........ $
 

Part II
Loans to and/or From Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 38a, or Form 990, Part IV, line 26; or if the organization reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 5, 6, or 22
(a) Name of interested person (b) Relationship with organization (c) Purpose of loan (d) Loan to or from the organization? (e) Original principal amount (f) Balance due (g) In default? (h) Approved by board or committee? (i) Written agreement?
To From Yes No Yes No Yes No
Total ............... $  
Part III
Grants or Assistance Benefiting Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 27.
(a) Name of interested person (b) Relationship between interested person and the organization (c) Amount of assistance (d) Type of assistance (e) Purpose of assistance
(1)  
  		  31,500 MERIT SCHOLARSHIP EDUCATIONAL
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Cat. No. 50056A
Schedule L (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
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Part IV
Business Transactions Involving Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 28a, 28b, or 28c.
(a) Name of interested person (b) Relationship between interested person and the organization (c) Amount of transaction (d) Description of transaction (e) Sharing of organization's revenues?
Yes No
Part V
Supplemental Information
Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule L (see instructions).
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule L, Part III Columns (A) and (B) - Reporting for Schools FAMILY MEMBERS OF CERTAIN BOARD MEMBERS RECEIVED MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS. ADDITIONALLY, FAMILY MEMBERS OF CERTAIN OFFICERS RECEIVED DISCOUNTED TUITION.
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SCHEDULE M
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Noncash Contributions
Right pointing arrow large image Complete if the organizations answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 29 or 30.
Right pointing arrow large image Attach to Form 990.
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OMB No. 1545-0047
2024
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Fairfield University
 
Employer identification number

06-0646623
Part I
Types of Property
(a)
Check if applicable 		(b)
Number of contributions or items contributed 		(c)
Noncash contribution amounts reported on
Form 990, Part VIII, line 1g 		(d)
Method of determining
noncash contribution amounts
1 Art—Works of art ....   336   Other - Appraisals
2 Art—Historical treasures .        
3 Art—Fractional interests ..        
4 Books and publications ..      
5 Clothing and household
goods ....... 		X 4,629 Market value
6 Cars and other vehicles ..        
7 Boats and planes ....        
8 Intellectual property ...        
9 Securities—Publicly traded .   55 3,318,282 Market value
10 Securities—Closely held stock .        
11 Securities—Partnership, LLC,
or trust interests .... 		       
12 Securities—Miscellaneous ..        
13 Qualified conservation
contribution—Historic
structures ..... 		       
14 Qualified conservation
contribution—Other ... 		       
15 Real estate—Residential .        
16 Real estate—Commercial ..        
17 Real estate—Other ...        
18 Collectibles .....        
19 Food inventory ...        
20 Drugs and medical supplies .        
21 Taxidermy ......        
22 Historical artifacts ....        
23 Scientific specimens ..        
24 Archeological artifacts ...        
25 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( Gifts in kind ) X 13 25,470 Market value
26 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( )
27 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( )
28 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( )
29
Number of Forms 8283 received by the organization during the tax year for contributions
for which the organization completed Form 8283, Part IV, Donee Acknowledgement
29
3
Yes
No
30a
During the year, did the organization receive by contribution any property reported in Part I, lines 1 through 28, that it must hold for at least three years from the date of the initial contribution, and which isn't required to be used for exempt purposes for the entire holding period? ...................
30a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe the arrangement in Part II.
31
Does the organization have a gift acceptance policy that requires the review of any nonstandard contributions?
31
 
No
32a
Does the organization hire or use third parties or related organizations to solicit, process, or sell noncash
contributions? ..........................
32a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe in Part II.
33
If the organization didn't report an amount in column (c) for a type of property for which column (a) is checked,
describe in Part II.
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Cat. No. 51227J
Schedule M (Form 990) (2024)
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Part IISupplemental Information. Provide the information required by Part I, lines 30b, 32b, and 33, and whether the organization is reporting in Part I, column (b), the number of contributions, the number of items received, or a combination of both. Also complete this part for any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule M, Part I, Line 33 Noncash contribution amounts not reported FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY DOES NOT REPORT AN APPRAISED VALUE FOR WORK OF ARTS IN ITS AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS.
Schedule M, Part I Explanations of reporting method for number of contributions Art - Works of art - number of contributions Securities - Publicly traded - number of contributors Other - Gifts in kind number of contributions
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SCHEDULE O
(Form 990)
(Rev. January 2025)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ

Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or 990-EZ or to provide any additional information.
Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
 Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
Fairfield University
 
Employer identification number

06-0646623
Return Reference Explanation
Form 990, Part III, Line 4a Program Service Accomplishments Founded in 1942, Fairfield University is a Jesuit Catholic institution rooted in the liberal arts and committed to educating students for lives of purpose and impact. The University offers more than 50 undergraduate majors, 31 interdisciplinary minors, and over 50 graduate programs including master's degrees, doctoral programs, and graduate certificates across a broad range of disciplines. In 2024, Fairfield University expanded its academic offerings through Fairfield Bellarmine, a two-year associate's degree program designed to broaden access to higher education and support student progression to bachelor's degree completion. The program's first cohort graduated in May 2025. Fairfield Bellarmine achieved a nearly 80 percent two-year graduation rate, significantly exceeding the current three-year graduation rate of under 20 percent for community colleges in Connecticut. Of the 35 graduates in the Class of 2025, approximately 90 percent matriculated into bachelor's degree programs at Fairfield University. Fairfield University serves as a significant educational, economic, and civic institution in Connecticut. As the largest private employer in the Town of Fairfield, the University plays a substantial role in regional workforce development and economic activity. A report from the Connecticut Conference of Independent Colleges (CCIC) estimates Fairfield University's annual economic contribution to the State of Connecticut at approximately $1.2 billion. The University also creates and supports approximately 9,000 jobs statewide. With more than 20,000 alumni residing and working in Connecticut-including 974 alumni-owned businesses-the University contributes meaningfully to the state's long-term economic growth and professional leadership pipeline. The University maintains active partnerships with 95 local nonprofit and community organizations and provides a steady pipeline of student interns, research collaboration, and professional development resources to industries across the region. Fairfield University is also a cultural and civic resource. During the past year, the University welcomed approximately 100,000 campus visitors for academic programs, arts performances, athletic competitions, and campus events, including 208 free events open to the public. The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts presents nationally and internationally recognized performances and lectures, and the Fairfield University Art Museum's Walsh and Bellarmine Galleries present curated exhibitions that serve both educational and public audiences. Through Campus Ministry, the Center for Social Impact, and other University programs, students, faculty, and staff logged more than 45,000 hours of community service and civic engagement. Whether through community-engaged learning, volunteering with local and regional non-profits, mentoring youth, or supporting local businesses, Fairfield University continues to live its Jesuit mission of forming men and women for others. The University's academic quality and student outcomes are consistently recognized in national rankings. Fairfield is ranked No. 45 for Best Undergraduate Teaching and among the top private National Universities by U.S. News & World Report (2025), in the Top 20% nationally for Best Salaries and No. 63 for Student Experience by The Wall Street Journal, and once again in the top 1% nationally for long-term return on investment by Georgetown University's Center on Education and the Workforce. Institutional demand continues to grow. Applications for the Class of 2029 totaled 21,299-representing a 15% increase over the prior year and a 38% increase over two years-with applicants from 49 states and 92 countries.
Form 990, Part III, Line 1 ORGANIZATION'S MISSION TO ESTABLISH, ORGANIZE, MAINTAIN AND CONDUCT AN INSTITUTION FOR SECONDARY, UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE EDUCATION IN THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, AND TO PERFORM SUCH OTHER WORKS OF EDUCATION, CHARITY AND RELIGION. A FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY EDUCATION HAS BECOME MORE INTEGRATED IN FOCUS, MORE GLOBAL IN OUTLOOK, AND MORE INTENTIONAL IN ITS STRUCTURE THAN EVER BEFORE IN THE JESUIT TRADITION. WE ARE COMMITTED TO CREATING A STUDENT-FOCUSED, HOLISTIC, AND DIVERSE EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT INTENDED TO EDUCATE THE WHOLE PERSON, MIND, BODY AND SPIRIT. WE WANT TO CULTIVATE IN BOTH OUR UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENTS A SENSE OF COMMUNITY AND STRONG ETHICAL AND SPIRITUAL VALUES TO GUIDE THEM ON THEIR PATHS INTO THE FUTURE.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 1a Delegate broad authority to a committee THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES (THE BOARD) IS THE GOVERNING BODY FOR THE UNIVERSITY. THE BOARD IS COMPRISED OF 31 MEMBERS, ONE OF WHICH IS THE UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT. THE BOARD MEETS ON A QUARTERLY BASIS AND EACH MEMBER HAS EQUAL VOTING RIGHTS. THE BOARD IS COMPRISED OF 10 COMMITTEES, EACH LED BY A COMMITTEE CHAIR. THE CHAIR OF EACH COMMITTEE IS ALSO A MEMBER OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE WHICH ALSO INCLUDES THE CHAIR OF THE FULL BOARD AND THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNIVERSITY. MINUTES ARE MAINTAINED FOR ALL COMMITTEE MEETINGS AND SHARED WITH THE FULL BOARD. THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE SHALL HAVE AND MAY EXERCISE ALL OF THE AUTHORITY OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES TO CARRY ON THE ORDINARY BUSINESS OF THE CORPORATION BETWEEN MEETINGS OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 11b Review of form 990 by governing body THE FORM 990 IS REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR FINANCE BEFORE IT IS FORWARDED TO THE FINANCE AND AUDIT COMMITTEE. IT IS THE POLICY OF FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY THAT EACH VOTING MEMBER OF THE FINANCE AND AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES IS PRESENTED WITH A COPY OF THE COMPLETED IRS FORM 990 BEFORE IT IS FILED WITH THE IRS. FORM 990 IS ALSO POSTED TO THE UNIVERSITY'S BOARD OF TRUSTEE ONLINE PORTAL FOR ALL TRUSTEES TO REVIEW PRIOR TO FILING.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 12c Conflict of interest policy MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES ARE ASKED TO SIGN A CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT. THE STATEMENT SHALL BE SIGNED ANNUALLY BY EACH BOARD MEMBER AS A CONDITION OF MEMBERSHIP ON THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES. EACH TRUSTEE IS EXPECTED TO DISCLOSE IN WRITING TO THE CHAIR OF THE BOARD ALL SITUATIONS IN WHICH CONFLICTS MIGHT EXIST OR APPEAR TO EXIST. CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENTS ARE COLLECTED AND REVIEWED BY THE UNIVERSITY SECRETARY. NO TRUSTEE HAVING INTERESTS CONFLICTING WITH THE INTERESTS OF THE UNIVERSITY, OR APPEARING SO, SHALL TAKE PART IN THE DELIBERATIONS OR VOTES OF THE BOARD INVOLVING THE QUESTION CONCERNING THE CONFLICT NOR SEEK TO INFLUENCE THE OTHER TRUSTEES ON THAT QUESTION.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 15a Process to establish compensation of top management official THE REVIEW PROCESS INCLUDES ALL OF THESE ELEMENTS (1) REVIEW AND APPROVAL BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES--COMPENSATION IS REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY EVERY TWO YEARS, PROVIDED THAT PERSONS WITH CONFLICTS OF INTEREST WITH RESPECT TO THE COMPENSATION ARRANGEMENT AT ISSUE ARE NOT INVOLVED IN THIS REVIEW AND APPROVAL. (2) USE OF DATA AS TO COMPARABLE COMPENSATION--THE COMPENSATION OF THE PERSON IS REVIEWED AND APPROVED USING DATA AS TO COMPARABLE COMPENSATION FOR SIMILARLY QUALIFIED PERSONS IN FUNCTIONALLY COMPARABLE POSITIONS AT SIMILARLY SITUATED UNIVERSITIES. THE FOLLOWING METHODS HAVE BEEN USED: A. REVIEW BY AN INDEPENDENT THIRD PARTY; B. CONDUCT MARKET ASSESSMENT OF SALARIES; AND C. EVALUATE THE APPROPRIATENESS OF THE CURRENT SALARY STRUCTURE TO ENSURE THAT WE ARE AND REMAIN COMPETITIVE WITH THE MARKET, AS WELL AS REMAIN INTERNALLY EQUITABLE. (3) CONTEMPORANEOUS DOCUMENTATION AND RECORDKEEPING--THERE IS CONTEMPORANEOUS DOCUMENTATION AND RECORD KEEPING WITH RESPECT TO THE DELIBERATIONS AND DECISIONS REGARDING THE COMPENSATION ARRANGEMENT. COMPENSATION ARRANGEMENT: THE LAST TIME OF REVIEW WAS DECEMBER 2025.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 15b Process to establish compensation of other employees Compensation of the President and Senior Management is reviewed and approved by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Trustees every two years, provided that persons with conflict of interest with respect to the compensation arrangement at issue are not involved in this review and approval. See the narrative above (Part VI, Line 15a) for additional review procedures.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 19 Required documents available to the public GOVERNING DOCUMENTS SUCH AS FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY AND WHISTLEBLOWER POLICY ARE AVAILABLE ON THE UNIVERSITY'S WEBSITE AND ALSO BY REQUEST.
Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 Other changes in net assets or fund balances CHANGE IN VALUE OF SPLIT-INTEREST AGREEMENTS - -98804; Total - -98804;
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