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
"I learned that the best way to learn something is to submerse yourself in it and take chances. Definitely worthwhile. "
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"It was completely worthwhile and I learned what it was like to live in a military state under constant fear of attack. I also learned what it means to be a second-class citizen and what living under a military occupation looks like. I learn what it looks like to grow up in a refugee camp. I learn what it looks like to be discrim..."
Jenny P Fordham University
"Mind opened up to other cultures."
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"It was definitely worthwhile. I did not improve my Spanish as much as expected because meeting Spaniards proved to be more difficult as we did not take classes with them. "
A student Fordham University
"I learned a lot about myself in crisis situations and how I handle problems. I learned to go with the flow because it all works out in the end as well. There really is nothing to be afraid of. It was entirely worthwhile for the people I met, the places I saw and the adventures I had. I now I know that there are so many more ad..."
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"It was totally worthwhile! I learned so much about myself. I gained a different perspective to view things and being able to compare government, politics, and culture between two countries was what I hoped to gain and I did. "
A student Fordham University
"I learned numerous things from my teachers and learned to navigate London. It was totally worthwhile. "
A student Fordham University
"I learned how to trust myself more, make smarter decisions and to have fun. It was by far the best 3 months of my life, and I learned more than I could ever write down. "
A student Fordham University
"I was able to learn about the British culture and learn how to adapt to a different culture. I can use this experience in business to work with people of different cultures more effectively. I believe this experience was very worthwhile because I will be able to use some of the things I learned on a daily basis. "
Michael S Fordham University
"I was gone for a year. I'm still processing what I learned. But I know, no matter what, it was worthwhile. Everyone should study abroad. I've never done anything so challenging and eye opening."
A student Fordham University
"I learned valuable life skills and how to be my own person independently, without family or anything I'm familiar with around me. It was definitely worthwhile!"
A student Fordham University
"I learned a lot about the Chinese culture, politics, and economics while making many great friends. I think it was definitely worthwhile"
Donald R Fordham University
"I learned so much about the Italian culture. But more importantly I learned so much about myself. I did things I never thought I was capable of doing. It was beyond worthwhile. Definitely the best experience of my life."
A student Fordham University
"I learned what it important in life, love and family, and how to live in community. and lots of other things. i am still unpacking the experience so it is hard to say more now."
John B Fordham University
"New friends and a different outlook on life. It was 100% worthwhile"
Michael S Fordham University
"so worthwhile. I'm more confident, cultured, better at languages, and have had an incredible experience"
Katarina O Fordham University
"A completely new perspective on foreign countries as well as a new view of my own. "
Meghan F Fordham University
"It was invaluable. I learned how to be independent, social, a hard worker, and push myself to go on adventures that I normally would not have. "
A student Fordham University
"This was the craziest, silliest four months of my life. I never imagined I'd spend time in Central America, learn Spanish, and work at an archaeological site (especially one currently all over National Geographic, CNN, etc.) It was totally worthwhile. In all honesty, it helped me realize that I didn't want to pursue archaeology ..."
Lauren S Fordham University
"I learned a lot about Czech culture, history, politics, and life in the Czech Republic. It was very worthwhile. It was also important to see how Czechs and other Europeans think about Americans."
A student Fordham University
"My time was worthwhile. I was able to experience Granada quickly because of it's size, and I was able to travel almost every weekend thanks to my flexible schedule."
A student Fordham University
"I learned a lot about myself and who I am as a person. I know that sounds cheesy, but the program forced me to be very independent, which was really nice. "
A student Fordham University
"I learned so much about myself, Rwanda, and how I want the things I learned to shape my future. "
Catherine P Fordham University
"I really improved my Spanish; I learned a ton about a country that is really important to the US that I had never really studied before; and I had tons of amazing, unforgettable experiences with great people."
A student Fordham University
"Absolutely! Most importantly, you learn about yourself, people in general, how the world works, and things like that. You will be left with many questions to ponder."
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