Fordham University

A spirit of intellectual rigor and ethical purpose defines the academic life at Fordham University, where a commitment to the Jesuit tradition of educating the whole person empowers students to pursue knowledge across a broad liberal arts core while developing professional expertise in one of four undergraduate colleges. Rooted in the principle of cura personalis—care for the entire individual—Fordham’s approach integrates a demanding core curriculum with specialized depth in fields ranging from business and the sciences to the humanities, encouraging students to apply critical thinking and moral reflection to the world’s most pressing challenges. This dynamic environment unfolds across two distinctive undergraduate campuses: the 85-acre Gothic Rose Hill campus in the Bronx and the modern Lincoln Center campus in the heart of Manhattan. Within this community, leadership is forged through a dedication to service, justice, and a collaborative pursuit of ideas that extends far beyond traditional classroom walls into the vast resources of New York City itself.

Collaborative discovery is the hallmark of the Fordham experience, where New York City serves as an unparalleled extension of the university’s academic mission, providing students with direct access to global industries, cultural institutions, and diverse communities. Undergraduate education is supported by a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio that ensures personalized guidance and meaningful intellectual exchange throughout the academic journey. The university offers over 70 undergraduate majors and supports early engagement with research, internships, and community-engaged learning. For international students, Fordham provides merit-based scholarships and limited need-based financial aid through a need-aware admissions process, with awards determined on a competitive basis. More than 95% of first-year students receive some form of financial assistance. Through this blend of Jesuit heritage, urban energy, and rigorous academics, Fordham graduates emerge prepared not only to excel professionally but to lead lives of purpose, informed by a deep commitment to ethics and the common good.