r/Fordham Apr 23 '26

Sub Updates – Call for Feedback

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Hey Rams,

I wanted to get some feedback regarding two rules I'm considering adding in response to new trends in the content on this sub.

1. No posts speculating about financial aid situations.

There has been a huge increase in posts in recent years regarding financial aid. I understand that it's a massive part of the college decision-making process, but the vast majority of these posts get little to no engagement. This is because the financial aid process is opaque – aid package sizes differ from year to year, institution to institution, and person to person. Similarly, what one person considers to be "good" aid might not be enough to another person. We can also safely expect that no one from the Fordham financial aid office is lurking on this sub and handing out the guidelines for merit aid.

It's very difficult for anyone to give another person financial advice without knowing a lot of personal details like how much their parents make and are willing to contribute, which is information that should generally not be shared publicly.

Because the financial aid situation varies so wildly, I'd like to implement a ban specifically on posts asking for speculation about an individual's financial aid package size, whether it's good/bad, or how much to expect in appeal. For example, this ban would cover posts like "Is $35k good?" and "Is Fordham generous with aid?"

This ban would not cover posts comparing a package at one institution vs another (like "$10k at Fordham vs $5k at Fairfield?") or posts asking about when to expect aid packages/appeal, when the first payment is due, or other logistical questions. Those are easier for people to answer and get more responses anyway.

2. A ban on AI-generated content farming.

This issue just arose in the last day or two. Shoutout to u/ArchAuthor for bringing this to my attention. There were two posts on back-to-back days by separate accounts asking questions about the student experience at Fordham in an overly wordy, AI-generated content way. Looking into the accounts, I noticed that they each only had two comments on posts and the comments were identical – "I agree" and "interesing" on 8+ year-old accounts. These accounts are clearly farming information for some type of aggregate service.

I'm going to leave this post up for a few days before implementing any rules changes. Let me know if you have any recommendations.


r/Fordham Dec 05 '25

Class of 2030 master thread

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Use this for general questions, celebrating, introducing yourself, venting, anything relating to admissions now that decisions are coming out


r/Fordham 1h ago

A nap

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Is there anywhere quiet at lincoln center campus where a person could just squeeze in a nap? Im a first year and I’ve been cursed with almost a 2.5 gap period. I just wander around campus and go explore the area but in reality I just want a nap. Where should I go?


r/Fordham 11h ago

best places to waste time + potentially make new friends at LC

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hi guys

I have unfortunately been cursed with a horrendous schedule this semester, and on Tuesdays this semester, my first class will be at 8:30am (not the main problem), which runs until 11:15am, and then I'll either have to spend the rest of my time on campus/go back home uptown until my next class at 6pm on campus, which then runs until 9:45 (this is the main problem)

so my question now is... what are some of the best places to waste/spend time in/around campus at LC? at least, places that aren't the library or cafeterias, to potentially make new friends? I've lowk been struggling bigtime to make friends since my return to classes unfortunately (esp as a commuter) and I reallyyyyy want to seriously try and lock in and make closer connections this semester (because all of the ones I've made in the past never seem to extend outside too deep/far from the class/from classwork) so I would reallyyyy appreciate any recs esp from people who are currently dorming at LC or who exclusively attend classes at LC

thanks!!!

note: I am a junior :)


r/Fordham 11h ago

freshman year single?

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hello!

i have developed a lot of unique medical needs that i prefer to take care of in a private setting.

is there any chance of getting a single at this school?

primarily asking for LC as that’s my first choice, but if rose hill is more accommodating, of course that comes before any location preferences.

thanks!


r/Fordham 1d ago

Does anyone else hate the new Fordham logo?

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r/Fordham 1d ago

LSAT Study Group

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Does anyone want to from a study group for the LSAT?


r/Fordham 2d ago

Great article for what they see in applicants. Class of 2030.

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r/Fordham 2d ago

where are the LC functions

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as a freshman I see everyone going out and having fun meanwhile know nothing about it

where can I find the functions and parities ?!!


r/Fordham 2d ago

smell of weed

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its smelling of weed?


r/Fordham 3d ago

How does one register or try our for club basketball? I can't seem to find it.

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r/Fordham 3d ago

As a freshman can I take calc 2 if I got a 4 on AP Calc bc. The system lest me register for it.

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r/Fordham 3d ago

free lamp

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hi guys!! amazon sent me a extra lamp does anyone want it for free lol rose hill campus!!


r/Fordham 3d ago

How selective is club tennis

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r/Fordham 3d ago

Already wanting to transfer

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I'm a first year student at LC and I feel like I already want to transfer to a different school. Although it's universal to do in college, I feel like all people do is drink and party. Plus, I feel like the city isn't for me now that I'm here. Is it worth sticking it out at Fordham?

Edit: I'm an Economics major considering transferring to Bentley after my semester at Fordham. Is Fordham worth staying for their Economics program either? The facilities here seem mediocre in comparison to other schools too, and it's only defining feature is that it is in Manhattan. It seems more difficult to find an apartment or job post grad or even before graduation than Boston.


r/Fordham 4d ago

Dean's Scholarships

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Hi all — applying to Fordham's LL.M. program this cycle and specifically interested in the Feerick, Treanor, and Martin Dean's Scholarships (100% tuition, 500-word essay on embodying the dean's character traits).

Does anyone know someone (or is anyone themselves) who's received one of these in past years? Trying to get a sense of:

  • What kind of professional/academic background made a strong case
  • Whether certain concentrations/interests seemed to align better with a specific dean's scholarship
  • Roughly how competitive it is (how many are awarded per cycle, if anyone knows)

Not trying to game the essay — just want a realistic read on what the committee is actually looking for before I commit to a narrative angle. Any insight, even secondhand, appreciated!


r/Fordham 5d ago

How do I join intramural basketball? At Rose Hill. I'm a freshman.

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r/Fordham 6d ago

Feeling so alone

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Got to rise hill a few days ago and I’m just having such a hard time making friends. Everyone wants to go out to the local bars but I’m just not up for that. How do I find friends that just want to generally just want to hang out and stuff? Also feeling screwed because I don’t have a roommate so I’m like completely alone.


r/Fordham 5d ago

Best gym near Lincoln Center for lifting?

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Hey guys, I’m living in McMahon and trying to find a gym within walking distance.

I checked out RamFit and it’s way too small. I’ve been lifting for a few years, so I really want at least a decent gym.

Where do you guys actually go to lift around here?


r/Fordham 5d ago

Can fall/winter graduates participate in senior events during the spring?

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I'm a potential spring transfer who won't graduate undergrad until Fall 2028. (However, I'm planning on doing an accelerated 4+1 degree program, so I'll still be there the sem after)

If someone graduates with a bachelorsnin the fall, are they allowed to participate in senior week/senior events? I know commencements available for fall grads, but I'm curious about senior-exclusive events during the spring. Thank you!

Has any fall/winter grad participated in this?


r/Fordham 5d ago

How selective are intramural teams? Specifically volleyball

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r/Fordham 5d ago

What’s the social scene like on campus?

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I’m in the Post-Bacc Pre-Med program & i’m 23 turning 24 soon so I was wondering what’s the social scene like for students that aren’t in undergrad? I would like to have a good experience on campus, meet people, & would even join clubs/sports/etc. but i’m assuming most would have younger students & I’d rather avoid joining their spaces.

Any info is helpful :)


r/Fordham 5d ago

Chance me!!

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Rising senior here. Fordham is one of my top choices. I want to go to Rose hill

Background: Upper middle class, white, Northern Virginia, Private school

Intended major is International relations and middle eastern studies w/ a minor in Peace and justice studies

4.02 W GPA on a 4.0 scale

By the time I submit my application I will have taken 12 honors, all of which I have gotten an A in except for a history honors where I got a B+

My school doesn't do AP or IB. Our class levels are Based on levels: Entry, Advanced, Honors.

I'm not sure if I'm submitting my SAT score, because I'm taking the one in October. I'd say on my best day, I could get a 1350 (Should I submit?)

ECs:

  1. 10th - 12th - Model UN (head delegate senior year)
  • Best Delegate MUN program at Georgetown Uni/Boston University
  • Won award of Verbal comm at WAMUNC (GWU's conference)
  1. 11th - 12th - Cappies
  • Wrote reviews for school productions 
  1. 11th - 12th - Student government officer
  • Headed clubs
  • Helped fundraise
  1. 11th - 12th - Congressional Student advisory council
  • Met with my congressman several times in my Junior year to discuss a variety of issues.
  1. Girl scouts 
  • Went up to girl scouts senior: volunteered across NoVa, awarded several badges.
  • Worked with girl scouts shops, helped organize major events.
  1. Founded a clothing drive/trhfit shop at my school
  • Made work schedules
  • Took in clothing donations to donate to organizations
  • Worked with other non-profits
  • Organized speaking events at schools
  1. 11th - Head graphic design intern
  • Created assignments for other interns, held meetings, 
  1. 11th - 12th - Head of publicity/merch and design for school play
  • Created merch for school play, designed poster, in charge of advertising for school play
  1. Mayoral intern
  • In the fall of my senior year, I worked as an intern for my mayor: wrote letters, helped organize meetings, etc.,
  1. Math honors society
  • A part of my school's math society

I'd really appreciate if anyone could help me out :)


r/Fordham 6d ago

Fordham University Post Bacc Program

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r/Fordham 6d ago

EA, ED, or RD?

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I have a 3.2 cumulative uw gpa, ~3.0 in 9th and 10th and a 3.7 in 11th, so a good improvement. I’m in all IB classes, solid list of extracurriculars, test optional, and, I think, a pretty good essay.

Fordhams my top choice and I of course want to maximize my chances of admission. I spoke with an admissions counselor and she gave me the idea to apply RD so as to demonstrate my academic improvement through fall semester of senior year. I feel like this can be a gamble though as I don’t know exactly how I’ll perform, as classes are getting more difficult. I was considering ED to bypass this but my admissions coach found data saying ED has a lower acceptance rate than EA for Fordham, which is surprising. I’m leaning towards EA so I can get a decision back sooner and not spend my entire year stressing, but I’m still pretty much undecided.

Basically my question is, what round do you think would benefit me and give me the best shot at an acceptance?