Majors and Minors

International Political Economy

Students gain an interdisciplinary background in history, political science, and anthropology to understand how businesses, governments, and people in our global economy make economic decisions.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

Choose Fordham because » New York City is home to the United Nations and hundreds of top companies and nongovernmental organizations, allowing you to hear from prominent guest speakers and gain hands-on experience through internships.

International Studies

The international studies major gives students a foundational background in international politics, law, economics, history, and culture, and an opportunity to develop both global perspective and expertise in specific regions and issues.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

Irish Studies

The Irish studies minor promotes a rich historical and cultural understanding of Ireland through its language, literature, and diaspora.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

Choose Fordham because » Through Fordham’s Institute of Irish Studies, you’ll learn about the Irish contribution— intellectually, spiritually, and artistically—to Western civilization.

Islamic Studies

The Islamic studies minor is an interdisciplinary program with a focus on the history, philosophy, and cultural heritage of the fastest growing religion in the world. At a time when misunderstandings about the Muslim faith abound, Islamic studies can help you grapple with the complexities and challenges of our world.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

Choose Fordham because » You’ll have the chance to connect with the Muslim Students Association on campus and learn from NYC partner organizations to better understand Muslim faith and culture. You’ll also have access to our powerful network of alumni to help you succeed in a range of fields.

Italian Language and Literature

Our Italian language and literature majors explore a living language rooted in history, as they perfect their language proficiency and refine their analytical skills.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

Choose Fordham because » New York City is your classroom, allowing you to attend cultural events, connect with Italian speakers, and find internships, including ones with Italian companies.

Italian Studies

Our Italian studies major is an individualized, interdisciplinary program that allows students to become fluent in Italian, study abroad in an Italian-speaking country, and connect with Italian organizations and institutions.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

Choose Fordham because » New York City is your classroom, allowing you to attend cultural events, connect with Italian speakers, and find internships, including ones with Italian companies.

Jewish Studies

Minors in Jewish studies gain a nuanced understanding of the living and historical traditions of Judaism, the Jewish people, and the modern State of Israel.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

Choose Fordham because » Through our Center for Jewish Studies, you’ll participate in research, including the Bronx Jewish History Project, and hear from experts on Jewish history, culture, and more in NYC, home of one of the largest Jewish communities in the world.

Journalism

In the journalism program at Fordham, you’ll learn what it means to be a successful and ethically minded journalist in a rapidly evolving field. We teach students not only to report quickly and accurately, but also with compassion.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

Choose Fordham because » Our journalism majors learn to report quickly, accurately, ethically, and with compassion—in the classroom and in the field. They interview subjects, shoot and edit video, write stories, and intern at media outlets including NBC, The Wall Street Journal, and CBS.

Latin American and Latino Studies

Our Latin American and Latino studies majors develop an individualized course of study, drawing on the humanities and social sciences, to explore the diverse cultures of Latin America in New York City, the United States, and the world.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

Choose Fordham because » You’ll have the opportunity to conduct research and study in Latin America and Spain, engage with Latino communities in NYC, and participate in community engaged learning projects in the city and around the world.

Linguistics

Linguistics minors learn the scientific study of language, developing a deeper understanding of the complexities of human communication.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

Choose Fordham because » You’ll go in-depth by studying what language is, how language works and is used, and how the study of language intersects with a multitude of disciplines.

Management

Management does not come naturally to most people—including most managers. Good management is a skill and an art. The Gabelli School offers an education not only in management, but also in strong leadership. Students may pursue management as a primary or secondary concentration.

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College or School: Gabelli School of Business (Undergraduate)

Choose Fordham because » You’ll receive training in good decision-making and in how to work well with people, no matter what their background. Students who are fluent in management techniques find themselves able to respond well under pressure and handle difficult business situations with finesse.

Mandarin Chinese

Mandarin Chinese minors study a language that has become increasingly relevant and popular among students looking to learn one of key modes of communication in our global society.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

Choose Fordham because » With this minor, you’ll complement your major in international studies, math and economics, political science, and other fields to set you up for a global career in business, media, government, and more.

Marketing

Students analyze the how and the why of consumer buying habits, dive into the distribution and pricing of goods and services, and develop communication tools to connect with audiences.

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College or School: Gabelli School of Business (Undergraduate)

Choose Fordham because » New York City is at the heart of the marketing major. You’ll learn how to make messages that move products in the classroom and through internships at industry leaders like Estée Lauder, Condé Nast, and IBM.

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Math and Computer & Information Sciences

This interdisciplinary major is designed to help students harness the potential of emerging technology, including computational intelligence—and help create it.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

STEM

Choose Fordham because » You’ll gain practical experience in multiple labs, including our Informatics and Data Mining Lab, Robotics and Computer Vision Lab, and Wireless Sensor Data Mining Lab.

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Math and Economics

Students gain a unique background in modern economic theory grounded in the mathematical principles to provide robust, technically sophisticated economic insights and analysis.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

STEM

Choose Fordham because » You’ll earn a degree that stands out on job and graduate school applications, leading to careers in the Department of Commerce and at Geico, Morgan Stanley, and other industry leaders.

Mathematics

Mathematics majors explore a wide spectrum of ideas—all based in the art of logical reasoning and clear expression—and learn math’s vast applicability, from describing the universe to making informed financial analysis.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

Choose Fordham because » You’ll be prepared to pursue a variety of highly skilled careers. Our recent graduates have worked as a computer systems analyst at the Department of Defense, a financial analyst at Morgan Stanley, and a math data analyst at the Goddard Space Flight Center, to name a few.

Medieval Studies

Medieval Studies majors explore the legacy of this crucial historical period in Europe and work with our Center for Medieval Studies to publish research on art, music, philosophy, religion, and culture that still influences us today.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

Choose Fordham because » You’ll combine coursework with the vast medieval resources in New York City, including the rich collections at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Morgan Library, and the world-famous Cloisters overlooking the Hudson River.

Middle East Studies

Students will become well versed in the complexities and intricacies of Middle Eastern and North African culture, history, religion, civilization, economics, and politics.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

Choose Fordham because » You’ll begin with language training in modern standard Arabic, before drawing on the resources of our global hometown of NYC to explore the cultures of the Middle East and North Africa from ancient to modern times.

Music

Students examine music as a cultural force and pursue it as a practical skill, craft, and art—studying, composing, and performing in one of the musical capitals of the world.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

Choose Fordham because » You’ll shape your experience as a music major—writing, producing, and performing your own works and becoming an active part of New York’s music-rich culture, through internships and other opportunities. You can also take classes in the evening division at the Juilliard School.

Natural Science

Our natural science majors study a range of fields, from biology and chemistry to genetics, immunology, physics, and physiology.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center

sustainability, climate change, STEM

Choose Fordham because » You’ll work closely with faculty on research projects in our labs and at other world-class institutions, such as the Bronx Zoo/Wildlife Conservation Society, as you prepare for graduate school and a wide variety of careers in the life sciences.

Orthodox Christian Studies

Students explore the artistic, historical, literary, philosophical, and theological legacy of the 2,000-year-old Orthodox Christian tradition.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

Choose Fordham because » Through our Orthodox Christian Studies Center, you’ll have access to one of the world’s most vibrant hubs of curricular, research, and outreach activities in this interdisciplinary field.

Peace and Justice Studies

Our peace and justice studies program focuses on conflict resolution as well as economic and environmental justice, race and culture, war and terrorism, criminal justice reform, and more.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

sustainability, climate change

Choose Fordham because » You’ll receive hands-on experience through internships and service immersion programs, both in New York City and around the world.

Philosophy

Our philosophy major combines intense academic rigor with profound reflection on the nature of reality and human existence to help students become “contemplatives in action”—insightful, compassionate thinkers and engaged citizens.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

Choose Fordham because » Philosophy serves as a great primary or complementary major or minor if you’re looking to enhance your ability to think critically, question unchecked assumptions, and live “the examined life.”

Political Science

Political science majors learn how societies make collective decisions through politics and government, and study with faculty who are active, award-winning scholars.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill

Choose Fordham because » You’ll put the theories you learn into practice through internships with government offices, activities like Model U.N., and partnerships with local organizations.

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