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 how to travel on my own "
A student Fordham University
"How to be extremely independent and solve problems efficiently. Yes, this experience was invaluable, in my opinion."
A student Fordham University
"Abroad is the most amazing experience a college student can have. I would recommend everyone goes, gets out of their comfort zone, learns about living in another country and take a break from the regular college routine."
A student Fordham University
"i gained a lot of independence and i learned how to survive in a completely unknown and foreign environment. my spanish skills increased exponentially. i was also able to travel much more than i expected. it was worthwhile."
sarah g Fordham University
"I gained a new perspective about different cultures and how to adapt to another environment. "
Catherine C Fordham University
"I gained many new friends. better Spanish skills, and a whole new view of the world. "
Michele S Fordham University
"I learned a lot about myself personally and my goals for the future. I learned about living in a foreign country and how to deal with the changes from living at home. I think the experience was worthwhile because I learned lessons that could not have been taught in the United States. "
A student Fordham University
"It was absolutely worthwhile. I saw what a place entirely different from the US was like. "
Ella C Fordham University
"As cliche as it sounds, I learned a lot about myself (my studying habits, my partying habits, how social I am, what is important to me, my budgeting ability, how easy it is to make new friends, importance of religion to me, that I'm a homebody, I appreciate art and museums more than clubs and bars, etc). I gained visiting AMAZIN..."
Rachel Mae A Fordham University
"The most rewarding experience I gained from studying abroad was learning about myself; I learned that I am more capable, independent, sociable and adventurous than I once thought myself to be. Because of this, my study abroad experience was worthwhile. "
frcascardo Fordham University
"It was worthwhile but very stressful due to the lack of communication and extreme structure, which both take some time getting used to if you're more accustomed to a flexible schedule."
A student Fordham University
"I met a lot of great people and learned more than I ever though I would about the host culture and about myself. It was absolutely worthwhile"
A student Fordham University
"Maturity, Experience, Fun, Life long friends, A gap year I intend to take, Answers"
Avery C Fordham University
"I had the best four months of my life when I was studying in London. I had the opportunity to see a lot of other parts of the country as well as travel to a myriad of different ones. I loved English culture and truly allowed myself to become immersed with it any way that I could have. I tried to meet as many people as I could an..."
dianadoesntknow Fordham University
"Became more opened minded and got a better understanding of how the world works."
Athavan S Fordham University
"This experience has expanded my perspective of the world, broadened my knowledge of China-U.S. relations, and challenged me in every way imaginable. The excursions particularly are something that TBC does very well and uniquely, and they make this program the best in China by allowing you to travel all over the country and truly..."
Shannon M Fordham University
"I learned a lot about Korean culture and especially university culture. I also learned to appreciate and understand the cultural differences between Americans and Koreans. It was worthwhile because I learned a lot of skills to succeed in intercultural settings."
Chloe J Fordham University
"I have learned about life lessons that you hear about in the classroom but experience firsthand and keep with you for life, including the love between family and the villages, how to appreciate what you have, how to give unconditionally, and so much more. It was completely worthwhile because some people can be tucked nicely away..."
A student Fordham University
"I learned that there are many different cultures around the globe, but as human beings everyone has something in common."
matthew w Fordham University
"It was the most worthwhile choice I've made thus far! I made life long friends, learned a new language, have a new french mom, and got to experience the rest of the world outside my bubble."
A student Fordham University
"Absolutely a necessary way to understand a culture. Your language improves much more than could ever be possible in american foreign language courses. "
James H Fordham University
"made new friends, had fun, very worthwhile"
A student Fordham University
"I gained more proficiency in Chines and a greater exposure to the Chinese culture and people"
erik.angamarca Fordham University
"Learned a lot about other cultures and how each act socially and professionally."
Chris G Fordham University
"I learned to love what I have chosen to study and turn it into a career. It was the best decision I have ever made."
Daniel V Fordham University
