Admissions Overview
The admission process at Fordham University has a 56% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Fordham University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
56%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
43,663
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
10%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Fordham University has a 56% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Fordham University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$70
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Fordham University. About 23% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,330 to 1,490. Additionally, about 9% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 33.
SAT Scores
23% of students submitted400
1600
1330 – 1490
200
800
670 – 730
200
800
660 – 760
ACT Scores
9% of students submitted1
36
30 – 33
1
36
31 – 35
1
36
26 – 35
Admission Statistics
43,663 students applied to Fordham. Of those, 56% were accepted (24,573 students). Of these 24,573 accepted students, 2,426 chose to enroll.
43,663
Total Applicants
24,573
Students Admitted
2,426
Students Enrolled
56%
Acceptance Rate