Admissions Overview
The admission process at Fordham University has a 54% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Fordham University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
54%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
47,203
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
10%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Fordham University has a 54% 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
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other 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 27% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,320 to 1,480. Additionally, about 10% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 33.
SAT Scores
27% of students submitted400
1600
1320 – 1480
200
800
660 – 730
200
800
660 – 750
ACT Scores
10% of students submitted1
36
30 – 33
1
36
31 – 35
1
36
26 – 32
Admission Statistics
47,203 students applied to Fordham. Of those, 54% were accepted (25,550 students). Of these 25,550 accepted students, 2,594 chose to enroll.
47,203
Total Applicants
25,550
Students Admitted
2,594
Students Enrolled
54%
Acceptance Rate