Majors and Minors

English

English majors critically interpret texts, learn the principles of effective writing, explore how literature has evolved—and put it all into practice through our creative writing and public and professional writing concentrations.

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

Choose Fordham because » You’ll connect with campus and NYC literary communities through our Poetic Justice Institute, Reid Writers of Color Reading Series, workshops and readings with famed authors, literary journals, and internship opportunities at major publishing companies.

Environmental Science

Environmental science majors study society’s impact on the natural world, investigating the complex intersection of physical, chemical, and biological sciences to understand—and advance solutions to—environmental problems.

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

sustainability, climate change, STEM

Choose Fordham because » You’ll receive a >strong>hands-on education in NYC, with fieldwork opportunities at the New York Botanical Garden, Bronx Zoo/Wildlife Conservation Society, and Fordham’s own Calder Center, a 113-acre biological field station in Armonk, New York.

Environmental Studies

Our environmental studies major explores the crossroads of the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities, with an emphasis on stewardship, sustainable development, and environmental justice.

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

sustainability, climate change, STEM

Choose Fordham because » You’ll receive a hands-on education in NYC, with fieldwork opportunities at the New York Botanical Garden, Bronx Zoo/Wildlife Conservation Society, and Fordham’s own Calder Center, a 113-acre biological field station in Armonk, New York.

Fashion Studies

Students explore fashion from a variety of perspectives—cultural, commercial, environmental, and visual—and prepare to tackle new challenges and opportunities in the fashion industry today.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center

sustainability, climate change

Choose Fordham because » In the heart of NYC, the fashion capital of the world, you’ll explore growth in emerging markets, the influence of social media, and the need for sustainably and ethically produced merchandise.

Film and Television

Our film and television major takes a dynamic, critical, and practical approach to the study of both industries in the media capital of the world.

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

Choose Fordham because » You can create your own short film, intern at Good Morning America, or run the camera behind the scenes at NBC, like some of our recent film and television graduates.

French and Francophone Studies

The French and Francophone studies major is an individualized, interdisciplinary program, featuring courses and experience related to the French language, arts, history and culture.

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

Choose Fordham because » You can immerse yourself in rich and diverse Francophone cultural communities in New York City—or abroad at one of our many partner institutions in a Francophone country.

German Language and Literature

Our German language and literature majors study German language, culture, and literature from medieval through postmodern times and become fluent speakers, readers, and writers.

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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 German speakers, and find internships, including ones with German companies.

German Studies

Our German studies major is an individualized, interdisciplinary program, allowing students to become fluent in German, study abroad in a German-speaking country, and connect with German organizations, institutions, and companies.

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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 German speakers, and find internships, including ones with German companies.

History

Our history majors study the development of peoples and nations, their interrelations and interactions, and the events that have shaped the modern world.

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

Choose Fordham because » You won’t just study history in the classroom. You’ll immerse yourself in it across NYC at some of the world’s leading cultural institutions, like the New-York Historical Society, the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, and El Museo del Barrio.

Humanitarian Studies

Our humanitarian studies majors examine the global impact of disasters, disease, poverty, conflict, local and international policies, and human rights violations—and study innovative ways to help populations in crisis.

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

sustainability, climate change

Choose Fordham because » Our humanitarian studies internship seminar will connect you with an international nongovernmental organization or intergovernmental organization in New York City, headquarters of the United Nations.

Individualized

Many of our students double major, double minor, and then take on a concentration for good measure. But if your particular areas of interest can't be fully satisfied by one of these combinations, then it's possible to pursue an individualized degree at Fordham, pending the approval of your dean.

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

Integrative Neuroscience

Our integrative neuroscience majors combine a variety of fields—biology, chemistry, psychology, computer science, physics, economics—to study the nervous system and engage in one of the most rapidly advancing STEM fields.

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

STEM

Choose Fordham because » You’ll gain hands-on experience in labs, learning how to use classification algorithms to assist with drug discovery, for example. And you’ll benefit from our connections with Albert Einstein College of Medicine and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.

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.

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.

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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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