Yeah, Fairfield University does provide scholarships based on merit. Here are some of them:

Magis scholarship
Total Worth: $25000 per year
Eligibility: $25000 per year
Minimum Criteria: Based on academic performance
Requirement for maintenance: Maintain 3.0 GPA
Separate application needed: No

Merit Scholarships
Total Worth: $9,000 to $25,000
Eligibility: $9,000 to $25,000
Minimum Criteria: Based on academic performance
Separate application needed: No

Fairfield University provides aids at an average of 34178 per student meeting 85% of students need. 100% of students with need receive financial aid at an average of 28236 need-based grant. They also provide other scholarships including The Maguire Scholars Program.