<p>I just found out last night that Fordham is still taking applications for fall until July 1st, and I think I am going to apply. It is kind of sudden, but of all the other schools that would interest me, their deadlines are long gone which is what surprised me about Fordham's still be open.</p>
<p>I originally applied for transfer to, and only to (which was very stupid, but I knew nothing about the budget problems until after), the university of florida which I was rejected from due to budget problems (they told me they didn't even read my app). I am glad it happened though as I am going to go to a better business school now, but I had thought all the good ones already had deadlines pass. I knew of my UF rejection like a month and a half ago, so if only I had known Fordham was still taking apps I would have already applied.</p>
<p>I was planning on applying to Cornell ILR for next spring, but having already graduated with my AA degree I didn't really want to take so much time off. So...I think I will be rushing an application together for Fordham. I have pretty good EC's (one is very unique too), along with constant work experience since 16. I have a 3.93 college gpa with 65 credits, and will get a great recommendation from my eco professor. I never took the SAT or ACT, but it is not necessary due to my credits. Are there worse odds turning in an app last second (assuming the essays are well written)? How is Fordham on accepting transfer credit?</p>
<p>Also, my other big concern is how much financial aid I would get. I know Cornell would pay very well, but have no clue about Fordham. I live in single parents household with sub 25k income, and zero financial assistance from parent #2. I qualify for the largest pell grant available from FAFSA, and also have florida prepaid college plan which will chip in some. Are my stats good enough for merit aid?</p>
<p>What would be my best bet for housing at this point in time? How much do apartments in the Bronx and nearby boroughs cost? How do you find a roommate if you are not from the area?</p>
<p>I appreciate everyones help...</p>
<p>Well from what I've heard about Fordham, they are rediculously stingy on financial aid. If you qualify for a pell grant; however, you may be able to go there for pretty cheap. I understand that Fordham is somewhat of a "last resort" for you, but a large private school in the most expensive city in the United States obviously isn't the best choice for someone with big financial difficulties. This doesn't go to say that you couldn't make it work, I'm just throwing out my honest opinion. As for housing, if you need to stay in an apartment, I would suggest finding something as far away from Manhattan as possible. But honestly, I would seriously consider working until the next application period (I'm not sure if you can transfer during spring at Fordham or not). You could find a far cheaper college with a similar education.</p>
<p>Applying can't hurt - you will not find out how much aid you will get unless you send in an application. You would probably get a combination of some grant (probably up to 10000) and subsidized loans, meaning that the government pays for the interest while you are still a student with a six-month grace period following graduation. By then, you should be able to get a well-paid job since Fordham's business school is one of the best in the country (ranked #27 by Business Week) and their placement is superb (the average salary of this year's graduation class was $56,800 in light of the fact that the job market was awful). I would say approx. 75% of the seniors had a job prior to graduation (I was part of the graduating class).</p>
<p>As far as rooming goes, I'd try getting an off-campus apartment in the Bronx close to the campus. Fordham should be able to get you into one of the off-campus apartments with a roommate (You would be paying approx $800 a month). </p>
<p>Just take out some loans and don't worry about the costs because the Fordham degree would be well worth it. The respect you get with a Jesuit education (whether its Boston College, Georgetown, or Fordham) is unparalleled.</p>
<p>If you have any more questions, please feel free to ask.</p>
<p>Which school are you transferring from? Chances are some of your credits will not be transferred due to Fordham's curriculum (they have you take MANY liberal arts classes as most Jesuit colleges do).</p>