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General Science

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Study General Science at Fordham

About the general science major

Dive into an interdisciplinary exploration of scientific fields.

At Fordham, you’ll gain a foundation in biology, chemistry, computer and information sciences, mathematics, and physics. Learn from experts across our multiple scientific departments. Explore hands-on opportunities across New York City and conduct cutting-edge research with partners like the Bronx Zoo/Wildlife Conservation Society. And use your skills to make a difference where you’re needed most, from medicine and healthcare to teaching and research.

Our graduates go on to …

  • medical school and research programs
  • healthcare management and administration
  • careers in medicine, public health, pharmaceuticals, law, and social service

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General science program profile

  • Rose Hill CampusMajor
    Rose Hill

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Program at a glance

86%

of general science graduates in the past five years were employed, continuing their education, or engaged in public service or other meaningful endeavors within six months of graduation

32%

of general science graduates in the past five years have pursued advanced degrees

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courses across biological sciences, chemistry, computer and information science, mathematics, and physics, including two in each discipline and three upper-level electives

Healthcare, Higher Education, Nonprofit, and Aerospace

industries where the greatest number of general science majors find jobs and internships at places like CityMD, YMCA, the Bronx Zoo/Wildlife Conservation Society, and more

$100 Million

gift to Fordham that will be used to break ground on a cutting-edge integrated science facility and expand computer science programs

100+

programs in universities all over the world, including Germany, China, Turkey, Argentina, and London, for students to study abroad

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Scientific research for the greater good

Fordham student Annalisa Brown-Beebe with supervisors and colleagues at her hospital internship in Richmond, Virginia

Stepping Stones to Med School                    

Analisa Brown-Beebe gained invaluable clinical experience and research skills for medical school through summer internships. Learn more about her hands-on opportunities across the city and the world.

Nazeen Shah

Lessons from a Student Author                    

When Nazeen Shah was diagnosed with diabetes, she saw it as an opportunity to learn more about the disease and share her story. Discover how the Division I athlete also became a bestselling author.

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Scholars with Global Impact                    

Jacqueline Adigwu is one of nine recent graduates who earned a Fulbright scholarship to support international research, study, and teaching opportunities. See how she’s planning to teach abroad before pursuing her dream of medical school.

Latif Diaoune, Daphne Buitron, and Isaac Mullings at the CSTEP conference.

Saving the Bronx River's Eels                    

Latif Diaoune won statewide recognition for tracking a hidden danger: how plastic pollution impacts American eels in the Bronx River. Learn more about the award-winning research project and other student works.

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General science program FAQ

  • Beyond your fundamental courses across each scientific discipline, you might dive into specific areas with classes like Animal Behavior, where you’ll examine the evolution, genetics, physiology, and ecology of how organisms interact, or Discrete Structures, where you’ll learn the functions and algorithms used in computer science, IT, and telecommunications.

  • You’ll be able to conduct cutting-edge research in laboratories on campus, as well as at the Louis Calder Center, our 113-acre biological field station. Throughout their time at Fordham, many general science students publish their research in peer-reviewed academic journals, earn prestigious awards, present at conferences, and get connected to grant opportunities.

  • Fordham’s location in New York City will provide you with unparalleled access to internships, research collaborations, and career pathways through our connections with industry partners, hospitals, and research institutes like Regeneron, Weill Cornell Medicine, and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

  • As a general science major, you’ll be prepared for careers in a range of scientific fields including medicine, healthcare management, education, laboratory research, science journalism, and pharmaceuticals, to name a few. You’ll also be uniquely qualified to pursue prestigious postgraduate research or medical school.

  • At Fordham, you’ll use AI as a tool to enhance your learning. Our program will equip you with the skills to navigate the ever-changing landscape of AI in the workforce. As a general science major, you’ll be able to use AI to advance your own research and take courses in computer science and mathematics, preparing you for high-growth roles in AI-driven drug discovery, genetic analysis, and materials science.

    You’ll also be able to earn credentials and paid micro-internships through IBM SkillsBuild’s Getting Started with AI course. All Fordham students and graduates have access to AI training through RamConnect, the University’s alumni and experiential learning platform.

    Above all, you’ll learn skills that can’t be replaced by AI, such as critical thinking, creativity, emotional intelligence, and integrity.

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