Fordham University
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 59%
Average High School GPA: 3.69
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1340-1470
ACT Range: 30-33
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 9,100
Public or Private: Private
University Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic (Jesuit)
Political Leaning: Liberal
In-State Tuition: $61,710
Out-of-State Tuition: $61,710
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: New York, New York
Setting: Urban
U.S. Region: Northeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 36°F (2°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 77°F (25°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 50 inches (1,270 mm)
Nearest Airport: LaGuardia Airport (LGA) — Approximately 10 miles (25-minute drive) from campus
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Social Media
Instagram: @fordhamuniversity
Swim Team Instagram: @fordhamswimdive
Twitter: @Fordham University
Facebook: Fordham University
LinkedIn:Fordham University
YouTube: Fordham University
TikTok: @fordhamuniversity
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University Athletics
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Francis B. Messmore Aquatic Center
Head Coach: Tom Wilkens
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #7 in Atlantic 10
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #4 in Atlantic 10
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Forbes Top Colleges
#141
#80
In Private Colleges
#103
In Research Universities
#61
In The Northeast
#262
America's Best Value Colleges 2019
#332
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A-
Academics: A
Diversity: A-
Athletics: B
Professors: A-
Dorms: C-
Student Life: B-
Value: A-
Campus: C+
Party Scene: B-
Location: A
Campus Food: D+
Safety: A-
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #157 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #527 of 1,332
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