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441 E Fordham Rd, Bronx, New York 10458 
(718) 817-1000
http://www.fordham.edu/

Fordham University is a private Jesuit research institution in New York City. Established in 1841, it is the oldest Catholic and Jesuit university in the northeastern United States.

Campuses:

  • Lincoln Center: Situated in Manhattan, this 8-acre campus provides an urban academic setting.
  • Rose Hill: Located in the Bronx, this 85-acre campus offers a traditional collegiate environment.

Fordham comprises ten colleges, including four undergraduate and six postgraduate schools. The university offers over 70 undergraduate and 130 graduate programs.

Campus Life:

  • The university’s location in New York City provides students with numerous cultural and professional opportunities.
  • Students value the vibrant campus community and the variety of clubs and organizations available.

2023-2024 Tuition Fees:

  • In-StateOut-of-State: $61,992
  • Books & Supplies: $1,088

Fordham University offers a diverse array of bachelor’s programs across multiple disciplines:

Arts & Design:

  • Art History: Study the development of art across cultures and time periods.
  • Visual Arts: Focus on disciplines such as graphic design, painting, and sculpture.
  • Theatre: Engage in performance and production aspects of theater.
  • Dance: Offered in collaboration with The Ailey School, emphasizing various dance techniques.

Business & Management:

  • Accounting: Prepare for careers in financial reporting and analysis.
  • Finance: Explore investment, corporate finance, and financial markets.
  • Marketing: Learn about market research, consumer behavior, and strategic communication.
  • Business Administration: Gain a broad understanding of business operations and management.

Communications & Media:

  • Communication and Culture: Examine the role of communication in society and various media forms.
  • Journalism: Develop skills in news reporting, writing, and multimedia storytelling.
  • Film and Television: Study production, theory, and criticism related to film and TV.

Computers & IT:

  • Computer Science: Focus on programming, algorithms, and software development.
  • Information Systems: Combine business knowledge with information technology skills.

Counseling:

  • Psychology: Explore human behavior, mental processes, and research methodologies.

Criminal Justice & Law:

  • Political Science: Study government systems, political behavior, and public policies.

Education & Teaching:

Healthcare:

  • Health Sciences: Study the application of science to health, including disease prevention and wellness.
  • Public Health: Focus on community health, epidemiology, and health policy.

Liberal Arts & Humanities:

  • English: Delve into literature, writing, and critical analysis.
  • History: Explore historical events, contexts, and interpretations.
  • Philosophy: Engage with fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and ethics.

Natural & Applied Sciences:

  • Biological Sciences: Study living organisms, their functions, and environments.
  • Chemistry: Investigate the composition, properties, and reactions of substances.
  • Environmental Science: Examine ecological systems and environmental challenges.

Nursing:

  • Nursing: Fordham does not offer a standalone nursing program but provides pre-health advising for students interested in pursuing nursing through external programs.

Psychology:

  • Psychology: Offers various subfields, including child psychology and forensic psychology.

Science & Engineering:

  • Physics: Study the fundamental principles governing matter and energy.
  • Mathematics: Engage with abstract concepts, theories, and problem-solving techniques.
  • 3-2 Cooperative Program in Engineering: Partnered with Columbia University and Case Western Reserve University, this program allows students to study physics or chemistry at Fordham and then engineering at a partner institution.

Social Work & Social Sciences:

  • Social Work: Prepare for careers in helping individuals, families, and communities.
  • Sociology: Analyze social behavior, institutions, and structures.