Fordham University
Founded 1841
President Tania Tetlow (President)
Fees USD 60,695
Acceptance Rate Selective (20–50%)
Campus Setting Urban
Fordham University is a private Jesuit research university founded in 1841, with campuses in the Bronx (Rose Hill) and Manhattan (Lincoln Center). Known as the Jesuit University of New York, Fordham is renowned for its strong programs in business, law, social work, and the liberal arts. The university enrolls approximately 16,000 students and offers a transformative education rooted in the Jesuit tradition of academic excellence and social justice.
Schools and Colleges
- Fordham College at Rose Hill — Liberal arts education in the Jesuit tradition
- Fordham College at Lincoln Center — Arts, humanities, and sciences in Midtown Manhattan
- Gabelli School of Business — Undergraduate and graduate business programs
- School of Law — Top-ranked law school in the heart of Manhattan
- Graduate School of Social Service — CSWE-accredited MSW and PhD programs
- Graduate School of Arts and Sciences — Advanced degrees across disciplines
- School of Education — Teacher preparation and educational leadership
How to Apply
- Application: Common App or Coalition App with Fordham supplement
- Application Fee: $70
- Transcripts: Official high school transcripts required
- Test Scores: Test-optional; middle 50% SAT 1270–1450, ACT 29–33
- Essays: Personal statement + Fordham supplement essay
- Recommendations: One counselor + two teacher recommendations
- English Proficiency: TOEFL 90+ or IELTS 7.0+
Key Deadlines
- Early Action: November 1
- Regular Decision: January 15
Admission Requirements
- Acceptance Rate: ~46%
- Average GPA: ~3.7
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 recommended