<p>My S will be a Freshman at Fordham Lincoln Center in the Fall so while I can’t say how he likes the school at this point, he did choose it for a variety of reasons after visiting 5 or 6 times and sitting in on classes. </p>
<p>Your child would likely be more interested in the Rose Hill campus in the Bronx which is a traditional college experience with Div I sports, club sports, music and theatre opportunities, pretty much everything except social Greek life. What separates it from the other schools on your list most importantly, is the Jesuit education which does include a large core curriculum and the ideals of care for the whole person and service to others. I think that Fordham is underrated by many people who don’t bother to look further but the people that are there keep using the word “transformational” to describe the Fordham experience…and that is not just from the admissions office. Another great thing about Fordham is that you can take classes or participate in activities at both campuses by taking the Ram Van giving you the best of both worlds. Plus, all the resources of NYC are right there hence their motto, “New York is my campus. Fordham is my school.” </p>
<p>Obviously Fordham is not for everyone. Some find the core too restrictive. Some aren’t comfortable with the idea of a Catholic school. Some think of it as a commuter school although I believe there is a larger commuter presence at the Lincoln Center campus. The poster above knows a science major who transferred to New Paltz. I know of someone who transferred to a different state school but their reasons had to do with finances and going from being a commuter at an expensive school to a resident at a cheaper one. </p>
<p>I know you said that finances are not an issue and you haven’t posted any stats but you should know that Fordham does award some nice merit scholarships.</p>
<p>Hopefully someone else can weigh in on the science program which I know absolutely nothing about. If you are truly interested then perhaps post further questions in the Fordham forum. Good luck and have fun at your visits! :)</p>