Fordham 1L Taking Questions

[nygrrrl]

Do people talk about the fact that they cut the incoming class in half for PT? Or is that only those of us on the outside worry about lol

I worried like heck because they did it in the MIDDLE of my cycle!
As Dean Brown explained it to me, they are trying to get the PT division back to its intended roots (working people who need to go to school at night). On the up side, they took those 80 places and made them into a hybrid day/evening group which has worked out very, very well for several friends of mine who are still working but wanted to switch to FT. (Of course, the unspoken factor is the USNWR... making the PT division smaller and more exclusive will help boost numbers, in the end.)

[neptunestar]

Do people talk about the fact that they cut the incoming class in half for PT? Or is that only those of us on the outside worry about lol

I worried like heck because they did it in the MIDDLE of my cycle!
As Dean Brown explained it to me, they are trying to get the PT division back to its intended roots (working people who need to go to school at night). On the up side, they took those 80 places and made them into a hybrid day/evening group which has worked out very, very well for several friends of mine who are still working but wanted to switch to FT. (Of course, the unspoken factor is the USNWR... making the PT division smaller and more exclusive will help boost numbers, in the end.)

So did Dean Brown make it seem as if the PT program would be more likely to admit more experienced/older/people who intend to work as opposed to people who are looking for a "back door" into Fordham FT? I've always thought that PT admissions should be based on a principle similar to that but the people on TLS make it seem if you have lower numbers then you should just check the PT box on your application to increase your chances. I had never really heard of that "strategy" before this forum...

[nygrrrl]

So did Dean Brown make it seem as if the PT program would be more likely to admit more experienced/older/people who intend to work as opposed to people who are looking for a "back door" into Fordham FT?

YES, in no uncertain terms.

[akcorps]

How many people in the PT program work full or close to full time? I realize this may not come up in class, but I am interested to hear how common working full time is.

[nygrrrl]

How many people in the PT program work full or close to full time? I realize this may not come up in class, but I am interested to hear how common working full time is.

I should really do a poll... but guessing? I'd say maybe half of my section works full or close to full time. Figure the other evening section is the same? (Note to self: try to get numbers on this.)

[H. E. Pennypacker]

How many people in the PT program work full or close to full time? I realize this may not come up in class, but I am interested to hear how common working full time is.

I should really do a poll... but guessing? I'd say maybe half of my section works full or close to full time. Figure the other evening section is the same? (Note to self: try to get numbers on this.)

I think it is probably similar in my section as well.

[IsleMet]

Hooray, I'm in full time!

Do you guys know if Fordham offers any scholarships for students that are pursing careers in public service?
Any idea how generous they are with money in general?

I'd like to attend, but I'm nervous about the potential debt and the poor job market. I don't want to pay back 200k worth of debt over the next 30 years of my life (the COL in NY is ridiculous and I wouldn't be earning a salary of course).

[nygrrrl]

BUMP because now that exams are winding down we'll have more time to answer questions...

[Gemini]

Nygrrrl brought me here.

There is a very strong possibility that I will attend Fordham. Sucks I'll never experience the new law building.

At my info session, they were talking about a new thing they're starting up from my class on. "Mentors" for each law student to help us brush up our resumes, help us find jobs, etc. Anyone know something about that?

[PotatoMonkey]

hello! I got in to fordham, and was wondering how are clerkship prospects?

I was wondering this as well! And for any of you who may live in the dorms on campus, how conducive would you say it is to studying- have you had any problems with the fact that undergrads live there as well?

[nygrrrl]

Nygrrrl brought me here.

There is a very strong possibility that I will attend Fordham. Sucks I'll never experience the new law building.

Ha - yeah, me either. Grumble.

At my info session, they were talking about a new thing they're starting up from my class on. "Mentors" for each law student to help us brush up our resumes, help us find jobs, etc. Anyone know something about that?

Don't know about that but they sure do try to hook us up with as many advisors/mentors as possible. I have 2 official ones, 1 unofficial one and even an unofficial mentor on the faculty, now - one of the great things about Fordham is that it's a tight community - it feels very small and intimate.

As to the questions on money... gosh, they just don't have a lot to give. OS is your best resource there.
And for housing, Rockthelaw is the person to talk to - he'll be back around in a few days, I expect.

[Gemini]

Thanks!

They said they were hiring more counselors or something. Very qualified counselors with JDs, whoo hoo!

Also, I emailed the financial aid office and kindly asked for money. Doubt it'll work though.

[Stringer6]

on-campus housing can't be worth it, can it?

[Gemini]

on-campus housing can't be worth it, can it?

McMann house seems to provide 1 room places for law students for almost 8,000 a semester, I think. Which is like... 5 months?

It's right in the city so the price is pretty much on par. But yea, I don't want to travel home everyday either.

[Stringer6]

McMann house seems to provide 1 room places for law students for almost 8,000 a semester, I think. Which is like... 5 months?

It's right in the city so the price is pretty much on par. But yea, I don't want to travel home everyday either.

meh. i pay 1,000/month in an outer borough. i'll stick with that. plus i have a dog...don't know what the pet policy is.

[crossingforHYS]

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[PotatoMonkey]

Just as a note, McMahon hall is all suite-style (think apartment building). Common room, kitchen (full fridge/stove/oven), and for law students, single bedrooms, with 3 bedrooms/apt. No pets allowed.

[Stringer6]

No pets allowed.

woof

[Gemini]

Just as a note, McMahon hall is all suite-style (think apartment building). Common room, kitchen (full fridge/stove/oven), and for law students, single bedrooms, with 3 bedrooms/apt. No pets allowed.

No pets? Cat?

So you share an apartment with 2 other people but you get your own room. And that costs almost 8000 per semester??? I figure you get your own apartment for 1600 per month!

[PotatoMonkey]

Just as a note, McMahon hall is all suite-style (think apartment building). Common room, kitchen (full fridge/stove/oven), and for law students, single bedrooms, with 3 bedrooms/apt. No pets allowed.

No pets? Cat?

So you share an apartment with 2 other people but you get your own room. And that costs almost 8000 per semester??? I figure you get your own apartment for 1600 per month!

No cats, no nothin'. And yeah, own room but shared apartment with 2 others. But, you don't have to go outside during the winter to get to the law school (they're connected), and there's free laundry facilities. So, some perks.

[Gemini]

Plus, there's a gym, right?

If you don't live on campus, will a gym still be available for use by Fordham law students somewhere?

[Stringer6]

1600 for one room is a ripoff, even in manhattan

[chicoalto0649]

PAGING OS:

When should 1Ls expect their grades to be posted?

[nygrrrl]

PAGING OS:

When should 1Ls expect their grades to be posted?

Just FYI - OS is on vacation but will probably check in, periodically.
As to the cost of McMahon? I have several friends who live there and they seem to think it's a pretty good deal (considering the proximity to the school), but I'll reach out to all of them and get some opinions for you all. (Stringer, I doubt $1600 will even buy you a studio within 1/2 an hour of school, unless it's a room in someone's apartment. I've lived in the nabe for nearly 10 years: that's just the reality of the COL. )

[Gemini]

Fordham emailed me back in response to my merit aid inquiry and I'm getting none. This makes my decisions really tough. Don't wanna go so far into debt...