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Fordham may not be an Ivy League school, but it definitely has an excellent reputation in academics, which is something that attracts many students to it. Fordham's core curriculum touches on a little bit of everything and sounds pretty overwhelming at first. Fordham students must take two English classes, two philosophy classes, two theology classes, two natural sciences classes, one intro-history course, one intro-social science class, one pluralism class, two courses in literature/social science/history, one math course, one fine arts course, and students must reach "exit level" in a foreign language. It seems like a lot, mainly because it is a lot, but there is a silver lining to this extensive core: Many courses satisfy multiple core requirements, and all core classes can be considered as requirements for majors and minors. Plus, once you've completed the core, you'll have tried out at least one course in a variety of different majors.

Most classes at Fordham are capped somewhere between 25 and 30 students, meaning professors really get a chance to know you and interact with you. If you're looking for big lecture classes where students are numbers and you don't have to show up more than twice a semester, you may want to consider a larger school. While some introductory classes are extremely large and conducted in lecture halls, the vast majority of the time your professor will know your name and will help you if you're willing to ask.

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hannaliriano

Psychology '15

3.8

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Things Are Generally Going Pretty Well.

The workload for the pre-health program is ridiculous but other than that, the teachers are friendly and easy to approach. Most of the classes are engaging.

Apr 03, 2012

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sasullivan

History '12

4.2

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Accessibility of Professors

The one thing I learned in college is that everything boils down to the professor. Even if you are in a core class and the subject of the class isn't what you are interested in, you can still have a great time and learn a lot because the professors here are generally great, invested in students and willing to help in every and any way possible.

Nov 17, 2011

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lys.henry

Psychology Studies '15

4.2

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Take advantage of what you have

It all depends on what you take. There are some brilliant professors who will teach you things that you never knew you liked, and there are also classes that are a waste of time. Talk to upperclassmen and get a feel for what the professor is like, and how challenging the class is. As long as you stretch your comfort zone a little bit, the curriculum will be rigorous and rewarding.

Nov 10, 2011

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