Bachelor of French and Francophone Studies at Fordham University

Fordham University

United States of America, Manhattan

University Rank:#1001

Study French and Francophone Studies at Fordham University, a Bachelor degree offered across its Lincoln Center and Rose Hill campuses in Manhattan , United States of America. This Full Time program is delivered on campus in English and takes approximately 4 years to complete. Students benefit from a structured learning experience designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The next intake is scheduled for August 30, 2027.

About Bachelor of French and Francophone Studies

274 millions French speakers worldwide in 2014, and over 700 millions expected by 2050! Be one of them and learn a language spoken on five continents.

French Studies is an individualized, interdisciplinary course of study based in the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures. Working closely with a faculty advisor, you will design a rigorous course of study that fits your passions and ambitions.

Here at Fordham, majoring in French goes beyond the classroom as you will find many opportunities to immerse yourself in French in a rich and diverse Francophone cultural presence right here in New York City. You can also choose from a wide range of study abroad programs and spend a semester or a year studying and living in a Francophone country.

We draw on a long Jesuit tradition of scholarship on and respect for the world's diverse languages and cultures-and virtually all of them are in New York City. From cultural events to people on the streets, New York City is your classroom for learning French.

You'll learn more than French area studies here. You'll also study philosophy, theology, economics, mathematics, ethics, science, and the performing arts through Fordham's common core curriculum, the centerpiece of our liberal arts education.

We want you to excel in your field-and as a human being.

As a French Studies major, you take 10 required courses and electives. It's an individualized, interdisciplinary major, so tailor a track to fit your interests. Here is a selection of tracks pursued by students in the past:

French and Visual Arts/Theater
French and Religion/Theology
French and Women's Studies
France and Europe
France and Modernity
Francophonie (Middle East/Maghreb)
Francophonie (Africa)
Francophonie (Global)

We have two Language Learning Centers for solo studying or collaboration with classmates:

Language Learning Center at Rose Hill: a state-of-the-art, multi-use, interactive digital language laboratory with 54 self-contained computer stations equipped with the most up-to-date audio, recording, and film viewing technology.
Olga M. Ficarra/Francis J. Morison Language Laboratory at Lincoln Center: a multi-use, interactive, computer-based facility with 25 student work stations equipped with CD, audio, video, and DVD capabilities.

Study Abroad

We highly encourage you to spend a summer, semester, or year studying in a Francophone country.

Explore Paris's art, literature and culture__and receive credits toward your French degree__in the summer study class â€œThe FlÃ¢neur in Paris,â€ taught by Prof. Andrew H. Clark.

Find many other ways to immerse yourself in Francophone language and culture through Fordham's International and Study Abroad Program. Choose from a wide range of courses taught in French.

Student Clubs

La SociÃ©tÃ© Francaise (Lincoln Center) exposes you to the French and Francophone cultures of New York City through programs and activities.
Le Cercle FranÃ§ais (Rose Hill) encourages you to speak French and socialize with your fellow Francophiles through food, movies, current events, and celebrations.

Honor Society

Pi Delta Phi, the national honor society for outstanding undergraduate and graduate scholarship in French language and literature, has an active chapter at Rose Hill.

The New Wave Arrives!
Francophone Middle East
Le FlÃ¢neur Ã Paris
Women on the Margins in 19th-C France
Contemporary French Philosophy
Postcolonial Representations
Culture & Science in France
QuÃ©becois Literature
Francophone African Cinemas
France & the Global Enlightenment

With advanced proficiency in speaking and writing French, as well as an extensive literary and cultural preparation, you will be well-equipped to earn advanced degrees in various fields and pursue a wide range of careers. Wherever French is spoken, there may be a role for you.

Our graduates have earned advanced degrees in:

French Studies
Comparative Literature
International Affairs

They attend professional schools in:

Law
Journalism
Social Work
Education

Career opportunities will be open to you in the US, Europe and Africa, in fields as varied as:

Finance
Publishing
Nonprofit

Our career services tap Fordham's ties with more than 3,500 companies. We offer:

Post-graduation career search
Resume development, Interviewing practice
Networking skill development
Hands-on case-study sessions with industry executives
Field-specific advising/coaching

You also get access to our powerful (and Fordham-loyal) network of alumni, who want to see you succeed as they have.

Disciplines

Modern Languages

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of French and Francophone Studies at Fordham University

Entry Requirements

Common Application, including the essay and optional short answer response in the writing section, and the $70 application fee.
Letter of Recommendation
Transcripts
English Language Proficiency Test Results
- International students whose first language is not English must demonstrate their proficiency through English Language Proficiency test results.
  - TOEFL iBT: 90+ (Fordham code: 2259)
  - TOEFL ITP Level 1 Test with Vericant Interview option (China only): 575+
  - IELTS & IELTS Indicator: 7.0+
  - Duolingo English Test (DET): 125+
  - Pearson Test of English (PTE): 65+
- International students who are not submitting required TOEFL, IELTS, DET or PTE results must complete the English Language Proficiency Test Waiver Request Form linked within the online applicant portal after an application has been officially submitted.
- Applicants who live in the New York City area can alternatively take Fordham’s ESL placement evaluation (FELT) at the Institute of American Language and Culture. Email [email protected] or call +1-212-636-6353 to make an appointment.
Fordham University Statement of Funding or CSS Profile
- Fordham University has a need-aware admission process for first-year applicants who plan to attend Fordham for the Fall term on a non-immigrant visa.
- Applicants who plan to fully fund their study at Fordham are required to complete the Fordham University Statement of Funding. This form will be available to eligible applicants upon submission of the application.
- Applicants who plan to partially fund their study at Fordham and will apply for need-based financial aid are required to complete the CSS Profile and demonstrate an ability to pay (Expected Family Contribution) at least $30,000 USD per year.

English Requirements

PTEMin 65
IELTSMin 7
TOEFLMin 90

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of French and Francophone Studies at Fordham University

Application Fee 70

How to Apply for Bachelor of French and Francophone Studies at Fordham University

Required Components:

The Common Application, including an essay
High school transcript
Letter of recommendation

Optional Components:

SAT or ACT scores (SAT code: 2259; ACT code: 2748). We are test-optional for the 2023-2024 admission cycle. Please review our additional guidance on test score submission.
Optional short responses
- Additional information
- COVID-19 impact
- Unique Fordham question

Selecting a College and a Campus

Students must select a campus when they apply to Fordham, either Rose Hill in the Bronx or Lincoln Center in Manhattan.
Students must also select a college when they apply to Fordham, either Fordham College at Rose Hill, Fordham College at Lincoln Center or the Gabelli School of Business at Rose Hill and Lincoln Center.
Students are only evaluated for the campus and college to which they apply.

We’re here to help!

Make sure to check out what we're looking for in our applicants.
Requirements for international, transfer, as well as theatre, dance, and visual arts majors differ--so we have some helpful guidelines on these pages.
Due to our large applicant pool, we are unable to accommodate requests for personal interviews.

Application Deadlines

Note on application deadlines: For Fordham University, we would like your application to be as complete as possible by the deadline. We do understand that it is not always possible for official scores and supporting documents to arrive with the application. Only the Common Application needs to arrive on or before the deadline. However, we should receive any other supporting documents within two weeks of the deadline.

Fall Admission

Early Action (Non-Binding)*: November 1
- *Applicants to Dance and Theatre majors apply Early Action.
Early Decision I (Binding): November 1
Regular Decision: January 3
Early Decision II (Binding): January 3

Spring Admission

November 1 Deadline
- Students who are looking to enroll at Fordham in January 2024 should apply as Spring 2024 applicants.

Information About Application Fee Waivers
Our institution proudly participates in the following fee waiver programs:

College Board’s SAT-to-College Application Fee-Waiver Program. If you took the SAT using a fee waiver, you automatically qualify for a college application fee waiver to apply for admission here at Fordham University. You can learn more about this program at College Board.
Students can also select the "NACAC Fee Waiver" option on the Common Application.
We are pleased to offer waived application fees for members and dependents of members of the US Armed Forces. If you indicate you are a veteran on the Common Application, we will automatically waive your fee.
You’ll find a range of other fee waiver options on the Common Application. Please select the one that fits you best.

Am I a first-year student or a transfer student?
Any student who earns college credit after completing a secondary school diploma is considered a transfer student, regardless of the number of credits completed. Both matriculated and non-matriculated students who earn credit will be considered a transfer. If you have audited a class or completed noncredit coursework, then you may be considered an incoming first-year student. Typically, students who complete language intensive classes, who do not earn credit, are considered incoming first-year students.

Students who begin their studies at a college or university and withdraw prior to earning credit must contact the Office of Undergraduate Admission via email at [email protected] to confirm their status. In order to be considered as a first-year, a student must withdraw prior to the add/drop date at the institution they attended and provide official documentation (college transcript, withdrawal form) indicating the date of their withdrawal. In addition, to be considered a first year, the student must not have had any financial aid disbursed from the federal government while at the college or university that he or she attended.

The Office of Undergraduate Admission will exercise professional judgment and consider each student’s circumstances to ensure that, regardless of status (first year or transfer), the best interest of the student’s needs are met related to enrollment.

Note: Fordham University (its undergraduate colleges, graduate and professional schools) is an eligible institution of higher education that admits as students only persons who (i) have a high school diploma (ii) have a recognized equivalent.

Bachelor of French and Francophone Studies at Fordham University

Fordham University

United States of America, Manhattan