Majors and Minors

3-2 Cooperative Program in Engineering

This five-year accelerated program is a partnership with Columbia University and Case Western Reserve University. It allows students to complete a bachelor’s degree at Fordham in one of several STEM fields, including mathematics, chemistry, computer science, and physics, followed by a second bachelor’s degree in one of 15 applied science or engineering fields at Columbia or Case Western.

Option(s):,

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

Choose Fordham because » You’ll gain hands-on experience working in research labs, and graduate with two degrees that help prepare you for a career in a variety of engineering fields, from mechanical to electrical and beyond.

Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s Programs

Earn a master’s degree in only one year of study beyond the bachelor’s degree. Or earn a law degree in only two years. Through our accelerated dual-degree programs, you can continue your studies seamlessly through Fordham’s graduate schools of arts and sciences, business, education, law, and social service.

Option(s):,

College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center, Fordham College at Rose Hill, Gabelli School of Business (Undergraduate)

African & African American Studies

African & African American studies draws on sociology, economics, and more to explore civil rights movements, forced and voluntary migrations, racial disparities in health care and criminal justice, African American identity in the arts, and more.

Option(s):, , ,

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

Choose Fordham because » You’ll join one of oldest academic departments in the U.S. devoted to exploring the breadth and depth of the African diaspora experience. Our Bronx African American History Project gives students an opportunity to document local history and bring it to life.

American Studies

American studies majors examine the people, cultures, ideas, and institutions that make up the United States—its searing tensions, profound complexity, and global influence.

Option(s):, , ,

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

Choose Fordham because » You’ll study with diverse faculty and students from across the University. And you’ll have the opportunity to work on our oral history programs and with our many partner organizations, including the New-York Historical Society.

Anthropology

Our anthropology major integrates the sciences and humanities to give students a global perspective on the origin and development of human societies, and on our species’ past and contemporary problems.

Option(s):, , ,

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

Choose Fordham because » You’ll have the opportunity to pursue a variety of internships in NYC, and anthropology’s interdisciplinary nature allows it to work well as a double major or minor with one of Fordham’s 70-plus areas of study in the humanities, business, and STEM.

Arabic

Arabic minors study one of the fastest-growing languages in the world, setting them up for success in fields such as international diplomacy, business, and intelligence.

Option(s):,

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

Choose Fordham because » You’ll also learn about Arabic culture and have access to Arabic companies, nonprofits, and organizations based in our global hometown of New York City.

Art History

Art history majors study great art from around the world and learn how artists were inspired by and grappled with the historical, political, and intellectual challenges of their day through their work.

Option(s):, , ,

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

Choose Fordham because » New York City is at the center of our art history major. Through gallery visits, museum exhibitions, and exclusive internships, you’ll get the tools to sketch out a creative career.

Asian American Studies

The Asian American studies minor is an interdisciplinary course of study that seeks to engage you in critical themes related to Asian and Asian Americans, including race, gender, sexuality, capital, and empire. At a time when discrimination against Asian Americans has been on the rise, you’ll learn how to communicate your knowledge effectively to help empower Asian American and Asian diasporic communities and promote the cause of social justice.

Option(s):,

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

Choose Fordham because » You’ll put your lessons into action across New York City through partnerships and events with Asian American community organizations and cultural institutions, including the Asian American Writers’ Workshop, the Museum of Chinese in America, and Fordham Law School’s Center on Asian Americans and the Law.

Biochemistry

Biochemistry majors examine the chemical processes at the foundation of all life—from the structure and function of biological molecules to the metabolic pathways and their clinical implications in diseases such as diabetes, obesity, and cancer.

Option(s):, , ,

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

STEM

Choose Fordham because » You’ll gain hands-on laboratory experience and conduct advanced research with faculty mentors that will help prepare you for graduate work and careers in the growing biotech industry, medical fields, or pharmacology.

Bioethics

Medical and scientific advances often bring moral and ethical challenges. That’s why our bioethics minors learn how to apply the insights of ethics directly to these dilemmas.

Option(s):,

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

STEM

Choose Fordham because » Our Center for Ethics Education will introduce you to critical moral questions and help you make informed ethical decisions on issues related to individual, public, and global health and health care policy.

Bioinformatics

By combining computer science and natural science, bioinformatics minors dive deep into the study of the human genome and the genomes of plants and animals to make discoveries that advance human health.

Option(s):,

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

STEM, artificial intelligence, ai

Choose Fordham because » You’ll work closely with faculty to understand data mining, genomics, cell biology, and more—conducting hands-on experiments in genetics, for example, and using statistical software to make sense of huge amounts of raw molecular data.

Chinese Studies

The Chinese studies major is an individualized, interdisciplinary program with a dual focus on language and culture. It looks at China—and its culture—both as a vital part of the world today and one of the longest continuing civilizations of human history.

Option(s):,

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

Choose Fordham because » You’ll receive training in reading and speaking Mandarin Chinese and partner with NYC institutions, the Museum of Chinese in America, and Fordham’s own Center on Asian Americans and the Law.

Classical Civilization

Classical civilization majors explore ideas born in ancient Greece and Rome and examine how they have helped shape human history.

Option(s):, , ,

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

Choose Fordham because » You’ll have the opportunity to examine ancient artifacts up close through our Museum of Greek, Etruscan, and Roman Art—and our rich study abroad program can help you see and understand layers of history in places like Rome and Greece.

Classical Languages

Our classical languages major delves into Greek and Roman literature, history, mythology, art, philosophy, religion, and other areas—in Greek and Latin.

Option(s):, , ,

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

Choose Fordham because » You’ll have the opportunity to study abroad and see history come to life through more than 100 study abroad programs across 50 countries, in places like Rome, Greece, and more.

Communication and Culture

Communication and culture majors explore how communication shapes and reflects the human experience, and they examine the economic and political role of the media in today’s world.

Option(s):, , ,

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

Choose Fordham because » New York City is the media capital of the world, where you’ll gain hands-on experience through internships at industry leaders like Condé Nast, Bloomberg, and NBCUniversal. You’ll also have the opportunity to work at WFUV, our award-winning public media station.

Comparative Literature

Our comparative literature major explores literatures and cultures across eras, languages, and media through rigorous training in reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking.

Option(s):, , ,

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

Choose Fordham because » You’ll join a vibrant community of international faculty and students, and draw on countless cultural experiences on campus and in New York City as you reflect upon differences and commonalities among cultures throughout the world.

Computer Science

Our computer science major allows students to explore programming, bioinformatics, robotics, video game design, networking, cybersecurity, and more.

Option(s):, , ,

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

STEM, artificial intelligence, ai

Choose Fordham because » You’ll gain hands-on experience and develop your skills in our Robotics and Computer Vision Laboratory and through Fordham’s Center for Cybersecurity, a hub for research, education, and training in one of the world’s fastest-growing fields.

Creative Writing

The creative writing minor allows students to explore the connections between creative writing, digital media, criticism, and scholarship.

Option(s):, ,

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

Choose Fordham because » You’ll take literature courses, participate in small writing workshops, and attend practical seminars on campus and in New York City, a global center for publishing and the arts.

Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity minors learn how to build and maintain a secure network, design and debug programs, encode data, and securely store information in this highly in-demand field.

Option(s):,

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

STEM

Choose Fordham because » Recognized by the U.S. government as a national center of excellence in cyber defense education, the University—through its Center for Cybersecurity, long-standing partnership with the FBI, and master’s degree program—will help you learn from experts, and network with industry leaders.

Dance

Our B.F.A. program in dance is run in partnership with the Ailey School, the official school of the world-famous Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, allowing students to combine the finest in dance and liberal arts education.

Option(s):

College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center

Choose Fordham because » This partnership in the cultural capital of the world provides dance majors with a comprehensive study of dance techniques, and gives them a chance to perform across New York City.

Design and Technology

Our design and technology program is designed to train the next generation of digital leaders, combining the forces of faculty experts in communication and media studies, visual arts, English, computer and information science, and business.

Option(s):, , ,

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

artificial intelligence, ai

Choose Fordham because » Beyond your coursework, you’ll benefit from our NYC location and deep, longstanding connections to the city’s thriving media industry, particularly through internships, which are a requirement.

Digital Technologies and Emerging Media

Students dive into the digital world to understand its cultural and ethical impact, all while gaining media literacy through critical, analytical, and practical knowledge.

Option(s):, , ,

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

artificial intelligence, ai

Choose Fordham because » New York City is the media capital of the world, where you’ll gain hands-on experience through internship opportunities and our connections with industry leaders, including NBCUniversal and Hearst.

Disability Studies

In the disability studies minor, students develop a nuanced understanding of the meanings and consequences of disability in historical, cultural, socioeconomic, and geographic contexts.

Option(s):,

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

Choose Fordham because » Through our Research Consortium on Disability, you’ll gain hands-on research skills and develop ways to conceive and produce more accessible built and social environments.

Economics

Our economics majors explore theory, data, and practice to understand how businesses, governments, and people make sound—or risky—economic decisions.

Option(s):, , ,

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

STEM

Choose Fordham because » Our New York City location and industry connections will lead you to internship opportunities at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, JPMorganChase, Pfizer, IBM, and elsewhere.

Majors and Minors

Explore Undergraduate Programs

Contact Us