Fordham Class of 2014 Forum

[GoGata]

Hi, I decided to join this thread.

I'm not 100% sure I'll be going to Fordham, but barring an acceptance from my number 1s, this is where I will go. I do like Fordham and am excited to see what happens.

Anyway going to the info session on 12/21? I am!

I'm in the same boat (not sure I'll be going, but it's likely). Are you holding out for CLS/NYU or simply acceptance at any T14?

[Gemini]

Waiting on BC/BU/Vandy/Cornell/GW...

[2011L1]

Thanks Lwoods, that's reassuring. However, I am getting the feeling that I will not be offered any.

I am starting to rethink Fordham overall anyway, even at a reduced pricetag. I know it goes against the grain here, but I am an older student, and the career flexibility that would come from another NY school offering me better aid is weighing heavily on my mind. My prelaw adviser went to St. John's on a full scholly and worked in biglaw before deciding to go into academia (UG advisement/teaching). A former business partner of mine also went to St. John's entirely paid for and is finishing a 2 year clerkship. I personally wouldn't want to be out in Queens, but there are other alternatives. I just feel like Fordham's aid is stingy without any good reason for it being like that way.

That being said, I think it's a fine school and if I was at a different stage in my life I would probably be all in for paying sticker. I am still waiting to hear from some lower ranked schools anyway. I have a lot to think about.

If you dont mind me asking how old are you?

[Gemini]

Resurrecting this thread.

Just got some paperless mail from Fordham. LOL.

Im invited to ASD in January. Not sure if I want to do January or February...

[dufftheyounger]

Go in January! I'll be there! It'll be fun!

[dangerousminds]

I'm a new face to Fordham Class of 2014 thread. I received my acceptance last week.

[dufftheyounger]

I'm a new face to Fordham Class of 2014 thread. I received my acceptance last week.

Congratulations!

[Gemini]

I'll be going to the ASD in February. Hope to see some of you there! Congrats on the new admits!

[Gemini]

Does anyone know the federal code for Fordham Law? I'm doing FAFSA right now and can only find Fordham University in the Bronx.

[Lwoods]

Does anyone know the federal code for Fordham Law? I'm doing FAFSA right now and can only find Fordham University in the Bronx.

That's correct. 002722.

[girlfriday]

Hi all. newbie to tls just wondering about fordham's admitted students day, is it a formal or informal thing? can you go w/ a friend or is it strictly for admits only?

[Gotti]

Hey, tagging this thread. Unless I get into one of the 8 T14s I'm waiting on, Fordham will be where I'll be this fall. I'm going to try to get some $$ out of them because I got $28k/year from UMN. I might have just gotten into USC (I'll know within the next few days), so I can use that as leverage too.

[Gemini]

Hi all. newbie to tls just wondering about fordham's admitted students day, is it a formal or informal thing? can you go w/ a friend or is it strictly for admits only?

Yea, I'm wondering about what to wear as well.

And hey, Gotti!

[Gotti]

Hi all. newbie to tls just wondering about fordham's admitted students day, is it a formal or informal thing? can you go w/ a friend or is it strictly for admits only?

Yea, I'm wondering about what to wear as well.

And hey, Gotti!

ohai! Are you still going in April?

[kruiz88]

Really wanted to go to Fordham, and figuring I was a outside shot at NYU, thought it a high probability. Then I realized I sent the PS for NYU with my Fordham app. Lets just say I haven't heard anything yet.

[Gotti]

Really wanted to go to Fordham, and figuring I was a outside shot at NYU, thought it a high probability. Then I realized I sent the PS for NYU with my Fordham app. Lets just say I haven't heard anything yet.

aaahhh why didn't you send an update?! or did you

[kruiz88]

Really wanted to go to Fordham, and figuring I was a outside shot at NYU, thought it a high probability. Then I realized I sent the PS for NYU with my Fordham app. Lets just say I haven't heard anything yet.

aaahhh why didn't you send an update?! or did you

Sent an email, but got a generic response.

[Gotti]

Really wanted to go to Fordham, and figuring I was a outside shot at NYU, thought it a high probability. Then I realized I sent the PS for NYU with my Fordham app. Lets just say I haven't heard anything yet.

aaahhh why didn't you send an update?! or did you

Sent an email, but got a generic response.

something like your file has been updated?

[kruiz88]

Really wanted to go to Fordham, and figuring I was a outside shot at NYU, thought it a high probability. Then I realized I sent the PS for NYU with my Fordham app. Lets just say I haven't heard anything yet.

aaahhh why didn't you send an update?! or did you

Sent an email, but got a generic response.

something like your file has been updated?

More like thanks, we'll get back to you in 48 hours.

[Gemini]

Hi all. newbie to tls just wondering about fordham's admitted students day, is it a formal or informal thing? can you go w/ a friend or is it strictly for admits only?

Yea, I'm wondering about what to wear as well.

And hey, Gotti!

ohai! Are you still going in April?

Yes, I'll most likely go to both. HEP said its okay and I get free stuff.

[akcorps]

I went to the ASD in January. You have to register and get a name tag, etc. so I think you can't bring anyone with you, but its pretty casual otherwise. They have a breakfast, some talks by various professors and departments, etc. Then you go on a tour with a student and attend some breakouts with professors who encourage you to ask tough questions about the school. Then there is a reception with more food, wine, beer, etc. where you get to talk to the students and professors more. My feeling was that everyone was really open and friendly, the professors are really smart, etc. A good experience overall, I think everyone who wants to go here should definitely attend and ask a lot of questions. But, I have to say the other accepted students were a little like sheep clustering together not wanting to speak up, etc.

As to what to wear, etc. I would say come as you are, but when I went it was a little cold in the rooms, etc.

Yes, you get free stuff. Other than food, you get a t-shirt, a little mouse that connects to the website, some pamphlets, etc. I wouldn't go for the free stuff, but I think the info you get is worth your time.

[girlfriday]

I went to the ASD in January. You have to register and get a name tag, etc. so I think you can't bring anyone with you, but its pretty casual otherwise. They have a breakfast, some talks by various professors and departments, etc. Then you go on a tour with a student and attend some breakouts with professors who encourage you to ask tough questions about the school. Then there is a reception with more food, wine, beer, etc. where you get to talk to the students and professors more. My feeling was that everyone was really open and friendly, the professors are really smart, etc. A good experience overall, I think everyone who wants to go here should definitely attend and ask a lot of questions. But, I have to say the other accepted students were a little like sheep clustering together not wanting to speak up, etc.

As to what to wear, etc. I would say come as you are, but when I went it was a little cold in the rooms, etc.

Yes, you get free stuff. Other than food, you get a t-shirt, a little mouse that connects to the website, some pamphlets, etc. I wouldn't go for the free stuff, but I think the info you get is worth your time.

Thanks for your response. I'm pretty sure Fordham will be it for me...looking forward to going to ASD on Feb 19th!

[lawgrl21]

anyone thinking about living in the dorms next year?

[Gotti]

anyone thinking about living in the dorms next year?

hell no. McMahon Hall is waaaay too expensive for the "conveniences" it purports to have.

[renegade811]

Has anybody tried to negotiate $$$ with Fordham yet? I know they're stingy, so I'm wondering if any of you guys have had any success.