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Fordham University

November 12, 2024

University Information

Study abroad at Fordham is part of a long-standing tradition of Jesuit education that seeks to enhance students’ understanding of the world’s peoples and their interdependence. Our goal is to help students gain an understanding of other cultures and to incorporate a global dimension to their chosen fields of study. Fordham prides itself in offering its students one of the most extensive networks for foreign study of any major university. As such, it is important to research your options, to become familiar with the different types of programs Fordham offers as well as the applicable academic and financial guidelines and policies. It is also important to deliberate. What would matter most to you in selecting a study abroad program? A destination and the length of the intended program? Opportunities to do course work on your major? Would the prominence of a given city or foreign university and the richness of the culture of the host community be more important to you? What about commitment to linguistic, cultural and academic immersion? Do you have specific academic goals or interests you would like pursue in a foreign academic setting? What would these be?

We urge you to plan ahead and start a conversation about these questions and your aspirations with family members, friends, faculty, and study abroad alumni. We also want you to meet and talk with the International and Study Abroad Programs (ISAP) staff. While the University recognizes a sustained period of study in another culture is important, it is important to remember that study abroad is not a requirement, nor an entitlement of a Fordham education. Rather, participants do earn the right to study abroad by high academic performance, a clearly reasoned academic purpose, appropriate preparation, and conduct that demonstrates genuine enthusiasm for learning about and experiencing other cultures.

Do you have general questions about Fordham’s study abroad programs, eligibility requirements, the application process and what Fordham expects of study abroad participants? Are you curious about what you may do after your study abroad term? Please stop by our offices—the ISAP staff looks forward to working with you and to offering the advising and services you will need to get the most out of your experience abroad.

Important Dates and Deadlines

Fall Early Action Deadline: January 15
Fall Final Deadline February 15
Spring Early Action Deadline: June 30
Spring Final Deadline: September 10

Summer Abroad Course Deadline: February 15
Winter Abroad Course Deadline: November 1

Summer Outside Program Deadline: April 15

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01/08/2024 One Of The Best Experiences Of My Life Forum-Nexus: Ultimate Summer in Europe - 7 Cities in 1 Month

"Forum-Nexus has been one of the best experiences in my life. I took one regular class and Ed is a great professor and he cared about everyone in class. I also took a marketing internship and I loved everyone I worked with. Through the internship I got to speak with marketing personnel across all different cities as well as handl..."

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Past Review Much More Than Midnight In Paris France Study Abroad Reflections: Comprehensive Reviews of Past Programs

"A newfound sense of appreciation for people who speak more than one language. In France, it was extremely common for someone to speak more than just french. This experience gave me such a diversified worldview and I am already trying to see when I can go back and visit. "

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Past Review An Amazing 5 Months! IES Abroad: Sydney Direct Enrollment - University Of Sydney

"I gained work experience through my internship and a better understanding of networking with international colleagues. I also learned to become more independent and understanding of those different than me."

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Past Review More Than I Could Have Imagined! IES Abroad: Siena - IES Abroad Center

"I learned so much about Italian culture and the food and wine industry, all things that I have found to be helpful in my time so far back in the states."

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Past Review Life Changing! The GREEN Program: Japan - Disaster Mitigation and Nuclear to Renewable Transitions

"I gained not only an entirely new perspective but also ideas, habits, and concepts that I continue to incorporate into my everyday and professional life. "

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Past Review Absolutley Spectacular! Webster University: AHEPA Journey to Greece Summer Program

"It was incredibly worthwhile! I learned so much about Greece, the culture and myself. "

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Past Review An Unforgettable Experience IES Abroad: Study Rome - Language & Area Studies

"I really learned to be independent and I have become more mature. Living basically on my own in a foreign country makes me feel like I can do almost anything. I feel more responsible and more like an actual adult now."

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Past Review A New Place To Call Home: Rome IES Abroad: Study Rome - Language & Area Studies

"I learned a lot about independence and acceptance of different cultures. The Italian way of life is different from anything we are used to here and I really enjoyed having the chance to learn it by living it."

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Past Review When A Plan Comes Together IES Abroad: Berlin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I first and foremost learned what an interesting and quirky place Germany is. How rich its history is, how cool its culture is, and yet how different it is from the places I've been before. And considering all this, as well as the fact that I am Filipino studying in America, I also learned many hard truths about the complexity o..."

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Past Review Copenhagen Summer DIS Summer in Scandinavia

"Learned more about my love for traveling and learning. It was very worthwhile. "

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Past Review Learning And Living In Italy IES Abroad: Study Rome - Language & Area Studies

"IES Abroad helped me dive into Italian culture and immerse myself among the lazy cafe scene, the bustling nighttime streets, and the majestic arts of Rome. I befriended Italians who taught me the joys of slowing down and enjoying life. "

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Past Review Academic Year 2014/2015 Academic Programs Abroad (APA): Paris - Immersion for Intermediate & Advanced French Speakers

"I improved my french language skills and also cultural sensitivity. Not only living in Paris but attending cultural events exposed me to other ways of thinking and the French culture in ways I hadn't before."

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Past Review A Great Cultural Experience DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"I learned a lot about the Danish healthcare system and about Danish culture."

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Past Review Ehhh University of Westminster: London - Study Abroad Semester or Year with an Optional Internship

"Everything I gained from studying abroad had nothing to do with Westminster"

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Past Review Falling In Love With A City American University of Paris: Summer Programs

"Deciding to spend last summer in Paris at AUP was the best decision of my collegiate career. From the Comforts of Home to the full Parisian immersion, the whole experience was everything that I wanted it to be and more. The academics were stimulating, the cultural excursions were all-encompassing, and I made some of the best fri..."

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Past Review Semester Of A Lifetime IES Abroad: Freiburg - European Union: Politics, Law & Economics

"It was absolutely worthwhile. I have a new look on politics and the European Union. I learned about international communication and policies."

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Past Review Best Time Of My Life DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"Besides the academics which tied in directly with my interests, a learned a ton about myself. Living with Americans was certainly familiar, but we had such comraderie, I grew to like these friends so much in just a few months. "

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Past Review I Like It Bogazici University: Istanbul - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Beyond learning Turkish, religion, politics, and cultures, I also learn how to LIVE. Turkey shows you another way of lifestyle. "

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Past Review Watched Myself Growing As An Italian Speaker IES Abroad: Milan - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"Now that I am home, the program abroad has impacted my life greatly. I have changed what I have wanted to do with my life. I want to become completely fluent in Italian. This program made me want to take a test for the translator's certificate for Italian, English, and Japanese. This program has made me appreciate who I am and w..."

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Past Review A Short Stay In An Eternal City IES Abroad: Study Rome - Language & Area Studies

"Absolutely worthwhile. I gained cultural awareness and knowledge, diverse opinions and perspectives, language skills, travel experience, independence, and lifelong friends."

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Past Review Difficult But Amazing Loyola University Chicago: Rome - John Felice Rome Center

"I learned how to be more independent, so it was worthwhile"

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Past Review An Intense Yet Comfortable Experience Fordham University: London Liberal Arts

"I gained a pretty accurate understanding of the British cultural and academic environment, which was very interesting to understand in comparison to the American or Italian one (where I am from)"

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Past Review Amazing Arcadia: Galway - National University of Ireland, Galway

"Living abroad is the best experience you can ask for. You learn a lot about yourself, as well as, the world in general."

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