FordhamUniversity

Fordham University is a private Jesuit research university located in New York City. Founded in 1841 by the Society of Jesus, it traces its origins to St. John's College and is one of the oldest Catholic universities in the United States.

Its campuses are primarily in New York City, with the Rose Hill campus in the Bronx and the Lincoln Center campus in Manhattan. The university also maintains regional campuses and online programs to serve a broader student population.

Academically, Fordham comprises multiple undergraduate colleges and graduate schools. Notable components include Fordham College at Rose Hill and Fordham College at Lincoln Center, the Gabelli School of Business, and the Fordham Law School. The university also administers graduate and professional programs through the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences and the Graduate School of Social Service, among other schools and institutes.

Student life and athletics are shaped by the Jesuit tradition of cura personalis, civic service, and intellectual engagement. Fordham competes in NCAA Division I as a member of the Atlantic 10 Conference, with intercollegiate programs across a range of sports under the nickname the Fordham Rams.

Notable alumni include actors such as Denzel Washington, among others who have pursued leadership in public service, business, and the arts. The university is known for integrating rigorous scholarship with a commitment to social justice and community engagement.