Study Abroad

Hi everyone! My name is Amaya, and I’ll be studying abroad with Fordham London for the Fall 2025 semester. I’m a rising senior at Loyola Marymount University, majoring in Marketing. I chose this program because of its amazing location, and I think it offers the perfect balance between learning and adventure. London seems like such an exciting city with so much to explore, and I’m really looking forward to stepping out of my comfort zone, immersing myself in a new environment, and making lifelong memories. I also love to travel, so being based in London gives me the opportunity to visit nearby countries during my free time, which I’m especially excited about!

Hello! My name is Austin Majer, and I’m a rising junior studying political science at FCLC. I’ll be spending this fall in Amman, Jordan as a part of SIT’s Geopolitics, International Relations, and the Future of the Middle East program. I chose this program because of Jordan’s unique role as an international mediator in regional disputes. It offers the chance to engage directly with people and policies shaping the Middle East today through diplomatic and humanitarian fieldwork. I’m especially excited for the program’s organized group excursions, such as meeting with Turkish diplomats in Istanbul, swimming in the Dead Sea, and exploring the landscapes of Wadi Rum and Petra.

Hi! I’m Cameron, a junior majoring in Political Science, and I’ll be spending the semester studying abroad in South Korea through Fordham’s exchange program with Sogang University in Seoul. I’d say 80% if this decision was based on eating Korean food, and the rest was the opportunity to spend an extended period of time in Eastern Asia and immerse myself in a culture so different from what I’ve experienced before. Korea specifically stood out to me because they put so many cool things out into the world recently, so I was very intrigued.

Hi, I’m Christina! I’m studying abroad in Sydney, Australia, through the Fordham Partner/Boston University Sydney Internship Program. I’m a junior majoring in Journalism, and I’m excited to gain international experience, build my portfolio, and learn how journalism works in a new cultural setting. I chose this program because it combines academic learning with a professional internship, giving me the chance to grow both as a student and an aspiring journalist. I’m also really looking forward to everyday life in Sydney, including exploring the city, experiencing the culture, and getting a sense of what it might be like to build a future here.

Hey, I’m Dean and this semester I’m studying abroad in Granada, Spain. I am a junior in Gabelli majoring in business administration with concentrations in finance and marketing. In Spain I’ll be taking marketing and economics courses focused on Latin American and European economies and am excited to better understand how they differ from U.S. I look forward to exploring Granada and other parts of Europe and I can’t wait to eat Spanish food, meet new people and experience Granada’s culture. I’m excited to share my experiences with you all!

Hi! My name is Elena, and I’m a rising junior at Fordham College at Lincoln Center, double majoring in International Studies and Humanitarian Studies. This fall, I’ll be studying abroad in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, through Fordham’s exchange program with the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro. I’m especially excited to improve my Portuguese, experience life by the beach, and immerse myself in Brazilian culture. I chose this program because I’ve always dreamed of visiting Brazil and studying in Latin America. As a Spanish speaker, I wanted to challenge myself by learning a new language while deepening my understanding of a region that’s both culturally rich and geopolitically significant.

Hi! My name’s Ellyse and I’m studying abroad in Manila, the Philippines through Fordham’s exchange program. I’m a rising junior studying political science with a minor in philosophy, and I’m super excited to begin this journey! I’m looking forward to exploring the many islands in the Philippines and immersing myself into Filipino culture. I chose this program because my dad immigrated from the Philippines, and I have not yet had the chance to visit, so I thought it would be a unique opportunity to truly explore the country and surrounding Asian countries.

Hi! My name is Lydia Hartshorn and I am a rising junior majoring in Communications with a minor in Marketing. This fall, I will be studying abroad in Lisbon, Portugal through the CIEE program and I couldn’t be more excited! I am especially looking forward to immersing myself in the Portuguese culture and meeting new people from around the world. Choosing Lisbon Portugal was an easy decision for me–it offers great weather year-round, close access to beaches like Cascais and Costa da Caparica, amazing seafood, unique pastries, and scenic hilltop views. I can't wait to experience all Portugal has to offer!

Hi! My name is Molly Hudson and I’m studying abroad in Rome, Italy for the month of June through the Documentary Photography Program! I’m going to be a sophomore at Fordham next fall and I’m majoring in Visual Arts with a concentration in photography. I chose this program because I want to further my knowledge in the art of photography and develop useful skills!

Hey guys my name is Dakota Strain and I am studying abroad in London through the Fordham Summer Abroad Program! I’m currently between my sophomore and junior year at Fordham, majoring in Finance with a concentration in Alternative Investments. This will be my first time traveling outside the United States, so I’m very excited to experience a completely new culture. I’m especially looking forward to experiencing London’s art scene and the green spaces in and around London. I chose the summer program because, as a student-athlete on the track and field team, the summer is the only time I can study abroad without missing practice or meets. London has always been a dream destination for me.

Hello! My name is Natalie, and I’m a rising senior majoring in English and Music with a minor in Asian American Studies. This summer, I will be studying in Taipei with CIEE, a program I chose in the hopes of improving my Mandarin and broadening my knowledge of the cultural patterns I have learned about in my Asian American Studies courses. I am most excited to explore the city’s rich history and delicious food—from the temples to the nearby hikes and bustling night markets. I can’t wait to share my adventures with you all!