Fordham University
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
"definitely worth while!"
A student Fordham University
"I gained so much confidence from my semester, and I learned that I was capable of more than I thought I was. I've also come back home with a stronger sense of what I want to do with my life, and my ISP made me incredibly excited for life after college. I definitely think my semester abroad was worthwhile, even if it was a diffic..."
A student Fordham University
"learned more during this program than i did in my first 2 and a half years of college, tons of experiential learning. definitely worthwhile"
A student Fordham University
"I learned so much about myself and what I can and can't do. "
Julia C Fordham University
"I learned about a new culture, made life long friends, gained a new way of writing essays/papers. It was the best experience of my life. I plan to go back and will try and visit once a year. "
A student Fordham University
"I learned how much I love organization and efficiency. Buenos Aires was a huge challenge for me for numerous reasons, and although I do think it was overall a worthwhile experience, I don't think I will come back here."
A student Fordham University
"I learned some interesting things about the culture and language that I wouldn't find in a book. I gained valuable friendships. Overall, it was very worthwhile"
Megan A Fordham University
"How to build friendships. It was worthwhile"
A student Fordham University
"It was an amazing experience. Classes and studying proved to be rigorous and shows how American Universities may be falling behind. Getting a chance to travel around Australia and New Zealand was incredible. "
A student Fordham University
"i gained wisdom about a different culture. learned more about the world and life in general from a different perspective than my own. experience things that changed my perception of my place in the world, my priorities for the future, and the significance of my actions. met people that have had a positive impact on my life and f..."
A student Fordham University
"My Spanish did improve a lot, much more than if I had just stayed at my home university. I learned a lot about myself and what I am capable of. I became so much more independent and gained a deeper appreciation for another way of life. If I had the chance to do it all over again, I wouldn't change a thing. "
A student Fordham University
"I learned the language very well and a lot about myself and my future. It was very worthwhile."
A student Fordham University
"Studying abroad was definitely worthwhile. It gave me some of the best experiences of my life that I thought I would never have. It also gave me practical skills such as navigating through a foreign country."
A student Fordham University
"At the end of the day, I wouldn't have traded this experience for anything else in the world. It was the single greatest 3 months of my life. From traveling all over Rome, Italy and the rest of Europe, I can proudly say I have an increased appreciation for foreign culture and heritage. Although I was rather disappointed with the..."
A student Fordham University
"Yes- I learned to be more independent and find my way around unknown territory. I learned to solve problems on my own in unfamiliar situations. Also, my artistic skills improved."
A student Fordham University
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A student Fordham University
"I have gained a new outlook on life that connects my life with those in the most oppressed parts of the world. My spiritual life flourished as a result of this experience and I look forward to bringing all these insights back to the Fordham community. My heart feels ready to take on the world and show it that it can still change..."
A student Fordham University
"Very worthwhile, learn a lot about yourself, your friends, and what you want in life. "
Chip W Fordham University
"I learned that living abroad is exhilarating and that Shanghai is more interesting in New York in many ways. It was totally worthwhile and I would do it again."
A student Fordham University
"Of course my experience abroad was worthwhile. I made great friends, explored a different part of the world, and found a home three thousand miles away from home."
Kasey F Fordham University
"The JFRC was the best program, and I had the most incredible experience!!"
Claire J Fordham University
"I gained a deeper understanding of myself, my privilege, and my relationship to materialism. I began to grasp the complexity and difficulty of understanding and participating in a foreign culture. I also better understand the problems and benefits of service abroad. The experience was fully worthwhile"
A student Fordham University
"It was very worthwhile. I gained a lot, not only academic knowledge from campus, but how to deal with cultural differences and connecting with people from drastically different backgrounds. I cannot possibly list everything I've learned but it consisted of valuable lessons about adaptability, open-mindedness, and risk-taking. "
A student Fordham University
"I learned about Spanish and European society, and I learned how to speak Spanish. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Fordham University
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A student Fordham University
