Fordham University

New York City, New York, United States · Est. 1841 · Research University

Jesuit research university in NYC since 1841, educating leaders with wisdom and moral purpose.

  • Founded June 24, 1841 as St. John's College; renamed Fordham University in 1907
  • Private Jesuit Catholic research university; oldest Catholic and Jesuit university in northeastern US
  • 16,153 students (fall 2023): 10,307 undergraduates, 5,846 postgraduates across three NY campuses
  • Rose Hill campus (Bronx, 85 acres), Lincoln Center campus (Manhattan, 8 acres), Westchester campus
  • Offers degrees in 60+ disciplines; NCAA Division I athletics (Rams); endowment $1.05 billion (2025)
  • Notable alumni: US President, US Senators/Representatives, cardinals, governors, CIA directors, Academy Award winners

Academics

Fordham offers undergraduate and graduate degrees across ten constituent colleges: four undergraduate (Fordham College at Rose Hill, Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Gabelli School of Business, Professional and Continuing Studies) and six graduate schools (Arts and Sciences, Education, Gabelli School of Business, Professional and Continuing Studies, School of Law, Social Service). The university provides instruction in over 60 disciplines with a 14:1 undergraduate-to-faculty ratio. Jesuit educational principles emphasizing moral values and wisdom remain central to the curriculum.

Campus & Student Life

Fordham operates three primary campuses in the New York area: Rose Hill in the Bronx (the historic original campus), Lincoln Center in Manhattan's Upper West Side, and Westchester in West Harrison. The university also maintains a study abroad center in London and field offices in Spain and South Africa. Student life includes 200+ student organizations, residential housing (including a 20-story residence hall at Lincoln Center for 850 students), dining services, and extensive career support through internship partnerships with major NYC employers.

Admissions

Fordham admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin without discrimination. The university serves a diverse student body, with 18% first-generation college students. Admissions pathways include undergraduate, graduate, transfer, and international student programs. The university offers a net price calculator and financial aid resources for both undergraduate and graduate applicants.

Athletics & Traditions

Fordham's athletic teams, the Rams, compete in NCAA Division I (FCS football in Patriot League, other sports in Atlantic 10). The football program participated in the first televised college football game (1939) and the baseball team played the first modern collegiate baseball game (1859), holding the record for most NCAA Division I baseball victories. The university colors are maroon and white, and the mascot is the Ram.

Founded
1841
Type
Research University
Courses
11
Total intake
Not yet verified
AffiliationCatholic (Jesuit)
Websitehttps://fordham.edu/
HousingAvailable
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Quick stats

Courses offered
11
Avg career outcomes
$85.6K
Total intake
Not yet verified
Housing
Yes
Data last verified June 2026 · compiled from official sources