Does Fordham have a minimum GPA cutoff for admission?

Fordham does not publish a strict minimum GPA cutoff that automatically makes someone ineligible. They review applicants holistically, so your GPA is important, but it is considered alongside course rigor, grades over time, extracurriculars, essays, recommendations, and other parts of the application.

In practice, that means there is no official GPA line where an application is rejected on sight. But Fordham is still selective, so academic performance matters a lot. A stronger GPA, especially in challenging classes, will make you more competitive.

What usually matters more than just the raw number is context. For example, a slightly lower GPA in a demanding schedule can look better than a higher GPA with less rigorous coursework. An upward trend can also help if your earlier grades were weaker.

If you are trying to gauge competitiveness, look at Fordham’s admitted student profile rather than searching for a cutoff. That gives a better sense of the GPA range of students who are admitted. If your GPA is below that range, it does not mean you cannot get in, but the rest of your application will need to help carry more weight.