Majors and Minors

Finance

Finance majors learn analytical techniques and gain an understanding of the economic environment influencing day-to-day and long-term financial decisions.

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College or School: Gabelli School of Business (Undergraduate)

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Choose Fordham because » There’s no better place to study finance than in NYC, the capital of the financial world, and we can connect you with internship opportunities on Wall Street, with major investment banks, and financial industry leaders.

Fintech

The term “fintech” refers to a range of disruptive applications ranging from Bitcoin to high-speed trading to mobile banking. This three-course secondary concentration is ideal for students who have an interest in these areas and who sense the inherent value in the point where finance and information systems meet.

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College or School: Gabelli School of Business (Undergraduate)

Choose Fordham because » The Fordham Fintech Network provides out-of-class professional development opportunities and leadership positions.

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.

General Science

Our general science majors build solid foundational knowledge across a range of fields including biology, chemistry, computer and information sciences, mathematics, and physics.

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College or School: Fordham College at Rose Hill

sustainability, climate change, STEM

Choose Fordham because » You’ll gain hands-on experience in our labs and by conducting research with our Bronx Science Consortium partners including the Bronx Zoo/Wildlife Conservation Society and Montefiore Health System.

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.

Global Business

Students in any of the Gabelli School business majors can add a secondary concentration in Global Business.

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College or School: Gabelli School of Business (Undergraduate)

Choose Fordham because » The Global Business Honors program allows students to see international business in action through programs in London, Argentina, Chile, and more. And world-class internship opportunities at top global companies in every industry are just a walk or subway ride away.

Health Sciences

Our health services minor will give you the foundation and skills you need to help shape the future of healthcare, one of today’s fastest-growing fields.

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College or School: Fordham College at Lincoln Center

Choose Fordham because » You’ll have access to research and other opportunities with world-renowned institutions, located in NYC, like Mount Sinai Health System and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

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)

Information Systems

Students learn how to use technology to solve today’s business problems, through a sophisticated understanding of business analytics, digital business innovation, and enterprise architecture.

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College or School: Gabelli School of Business (Undergraduate)

STEM

Choose Fordham because » Internships in New York City are at the heart of the Gabelli School experience, giving you the chance to put your lessons into practice at tech and finance leaders, like Google, Deloitte, and Microsoft.

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

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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.

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.

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