Is Fordham anyone else's first choice?

collegebound91
Sat, 23 Aug 2008 21:15:14 +0000

I just learned about it around two months ago, but since then it’s quickly moved to the top of my list. I’ve researched, visited, talked with current students, and I have to say that I love it. It seems to have everything I’m looking for: a good reputation (even if it’s not too widely known), great academics, and it’s located near a fun, active city. Although they think the area outside of the Rose Hill campus is a bit sketchy, my parents love it and fully support my decision to make it my first choice school.

My only concern is that a lot of people apply to Fordham as a safety, based on what I’ve seen on CC and people I’ve spoken with offline. And because not a lot of people I talk to have ever heard of it (although, more adults recognize the name than my classmates), they act like I’m telling them I’m going to community college. I’m applying to more well-known schools in the Top 50, but it frustrates me because even though it’s not up there, I still hold Fordham in high regard.

Has anyone else experienced this? Am I weird for choosing Fordham over a Top 50 school haha? (Assuming I get admitted to every school I’m applying to.)