About Academic Advising, Fordham College at Lincoln Center · New York
Fordham College Advising provides academic guidance to undergraduate students at Fordham University, helping them navigate course selection, major declaration, internships, study abroad, and personal development. Rooted in the Jesuit tradition of cura personalis, advisors focus on holistic student growth, including academic integrity and community engagement. The advising team collaborates with departments and faculty mentors to support students’ academic and career goals.
Fordham College Advising supports undergraduate students through personalized academic guidance, helping them plan their coursework, declare majors, pursue internships and research, and engage in enrichment activities. Advisors work closely with faculty mentors to foster intellectual growth and community involvement. The program is grounded in the Jesuit mission of cura personalis, emphasizing the care of the whole person. Students are encouraged to explore academic interests, develop skills, and become responsible members of the Fordham community. The advising office is part of a larger Jesuit, Catholic university with a history dating back to 1841, committed to education and service.
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- New York, United States
In their own words
As a Jesuit, Catholic university, we give students the personal attention and hands-on research and internship experiences they need to thrive.
About Fordham College Advising
Academic advisors collaborate with departments, programs, and other areas across Fordham on your behalf to ensure that you have a rich and well-rounded academic experience. We see advising as essential to your success here at Fordham. Throughout your time here at Fordham, your advisors partner with you to explore your academic, career, and life goals, as well as help identify the courses, enrichment activities, engagement opportunities, and resources best suited to working towards those goals.
What We Do
Your advisors will focus on: Your academic progress and course registration. Preparing you for major declaration, study abroad programs, undergraduate research, internships, and all other opportunities you will receive at Fordham. Your transition to becoming a responsible and caring member of the Fordham academic community, including understanding Fordham's commitment to academic integrity. Strategies for achieving academic success and remedies to any academic difficulty.
Faculty Mentoring
Faculty mentors are vital guides and partners in your time here at Fordham. Engagement with faculty perspectives will help you to go beyond completing your curricular requirements to discovering academic interests and developing meaningful pursuits in both your research and academic growth. Faculty mentors empower you to discover opportunities, build skills and be proactive in your learning.