What is the acceptance rate at Fordham University?

Fordham University has an acceptance rate of about 56%, based on the most recent federal data on FindU.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Fordham University?

Admitted students at Fordham University typically have SAT scores between 1330–1490 and ACT composite scores between 30–33 (the middle 50% of enrolled students).

How big is Fordham University?

Fordham University enrolls about 10,239 students.

What is the graduation rate at Fordham University?

Fordham University has a graduation rate of about 82%.

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Fordham University

Bronx, New York · Private (nonprofit)

Jan 3Application deadline

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Fordham University is located in Bronx, New York. It is a private (nonprofit) institution. The university enrolls approximately 10,239 students.

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Cost and aid

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$61,992

Out-of-state tuition$61,992

Room & board$23,075

Avg aid package$33,278

Students receiving aid94%

Pell grant recipients21%

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Admissions

Test scores

SAT · middle 50%1330–1490

4001600

ACT · middle 50%30–33

136

Application info

Acceptance rate56%

Average GPA3.77

Student–faculty ratio14:1

Test optionalYes

Common AppYes

Application fee$70

Application dates

Early ActionNov 1

Early DecisionNov 1

Regular DecisionJan 3

PriorityFeb 1

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Academics

Graduation rate82%

Retention rate88%

Student–faculty ratio14:1

Full-time faculty100%

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$85,569

Avg starting salary$82,000

Job placement rate95%

Internship rate97%

Earn more than HS grad82%

Economic mobility398%

Loan default (3 yr)2%

Loan repayment (3 yr)77%

Student life

Demographics

Large School

10,239Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

More femaleGender ratio

Female 60%Male 40%

47% WhiteRacial diversity

White 47%Hispanic 19%Asian 14%Black 6%Other 13%

Campus housingYes

Campus life

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About Fordham University

The campus is gated with 24-hour security, emergency phones, and escort services.

Fordham's honors programs offer a rigorous curriculum with seminar-style classes and a senior research thesis, fostering a community of scholars dedicated to justice.

Endowment$978,178,000

Avg faculty salary$186,528

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