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**REI Administration**
Fordham University
School of Professional and Continuing Studies
Real Estate Institute
45 Columbus Avenue, Room 106
New York, NY 10023
212-636-7626
Bob Morgenstern, Director, Fordham Real Estate Institute
Sal Gulino, Assistant Director, Fordham Real Estate Institute
# Real Estate Institute Testimonials
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**Julian Brahimy**
Master of Science in Real Estate, 2024
My time as a graduate student of real estate at Fordham has been a great experience. I have made many enduring friendships with my classmates, esteemed faculty and admin officials such as Sal Gulino and Bob Morgenstern who were readily available for guidance and support. As Co-President of FREISA, the student organization, I hosted guest speakers such as Bob Knakal from JLL, conducted site tours at properties such as The Waldorf Astoria and The World Trade Center and hosted many networking events with NYU and Columbia. I also participated in the Fordham London Global Real Estate course over the summer, which I enjoyed tremendously. I can unequivocally say studying at Fordham’s Real Estate Institute has been one of the most fulfilling experiences for me.
**Michelle Grein**
Master of Science in Construction Management, 2024
Thank you, Fordham REI, for helping me restart my career and realize my dream of living and working in NYC! After a dreadful near-death experience with COVID I was blessed with a second chance in life, so I decided to go for it and invest all my savings into furthering my career. I chose the Construction Management program at Fordham REI which awarded me a scholarship and helped me obtain an internship at a major NYC capital projects organization. Fordham’s talented faculty, modern campus, significant networking events, and graduate student organization has made my time here better than imagined. I am very grateful for having chosen Fordham, as it was the best option to restart this new chapter of my life.
**Jasmine Gurreri***Master of Science in Real Estate, 2021*
The Fordham MSRE deepened my understanding of real estate finance and development and helped me with my job at Pillsbury Shaw Pittman, LLP, an international full-service law firm with a dedicated focus on real estate and construction. The graduate program exposed me to many new things including the ethical dimensions of the industry, such as eco-friendly development. If you build, you want to make sure that you're building something that has a good impact, not only on where it's situated in the neighborhood, but in the natural envrionment. Because of my master's I am now being pulled onto a number of new projects at work. The material is familiar now due to the MSRE, but it wasn't always.
**Joseph Ramos***Master of Science in Real Estate, 2020*
The Fordham MSRE set me up perfectly for a successful career pivot. After graduating, I interviewed for a small NYC real estate development firm that specializes in multifamily and affordable housing. At the interview I showed the firm my real estate development feasibility project from my graduate studies and was immediately offered an internship. Within a short time, I was offered a full-time position as an Assistant Project Manager for the development team! Because of Fordham’s program, I was able to break into the industry directly from graduate school. And I really must give Fordham a lot of credit for that. Since graduating, I have applied a lot of the things I learned in my classes to my job, from economics, accounting, and development principles to financial modeling. I fully believe that without the preparation that the Fordham program provided me, I would not have gotten the full-time offer nor maybe even the internship. And I learned of the internship through Fordham’s job postings. So, at the very least, I may not have even heard of my company without Fordham. Fordham has an excellent real estate program and I highly recommend it.
**Vincent Menechino**
*Master of Science in Real Estate, 2020*
I am thrilled to have been a part of the Fordham University Master of Science in Real Estate program. The professors were some of the most knowledgeable, experienced real estate professionals I have come across since entering the field. Further, it possesses some of the most ambitious students in the tri-state area. Special thank you to my family, colleagues, friends, alumni, faculty, administrators, and fellow students who helped support me through my time at Fordham! Proud to now be a Fordham University Alumnus!
**Jill Weston**
The graduate Global RE Investment course held at the London Centre campus was spectacular. Fordham REI provided an opportunity to build lifelong bonds and professional lessons, not just academic experiences. The MSRE students who were able to attend this summer study abroad look at this program with deeper connections and pride.
**Eric Falvo**
*Master of Science in Real Estate, 2019*
I truly enjoyed my time at Fordham REI. The MSRE program was incredibly helpful in not only greatly improving my understanding of the real estate industry, but also in accelerating my career. I ended up getting two jobs through Fordham. The Fordham faculty and staff were very accommodating and I thought it was extremely valuable to have such easy access to the head of the MSRE program. I very much look forward to being involved with the REI alumni association.
**Lance Chebin**
*Certificate in Real Estate Finance and Investment, Spring 2018*
Overall, the program was great. The instructors are knowledgeable and they teach from a real-world perspective.
**Kevin Interlicchio**
*Certificate in Real Estate Finance and Investment, Spring 2017*
I have been working in the commercial real estate world for three years now and I decided that I wanted to get some formal education to go along with my on-the-job training. Fordham’s real estate certificate program was exactly what I was looking for. The professors were extremely knowledgeable and they all had great firsthand experience that allowed them to provide real-world examples in all subject matters. Balancing work and the certificate program was not a problem as the online courses allowed me to go at my own pace and even look back on lessons for key items that I may have forgotten. Overall, I had a great experience with Fordham’s Real Estate Institute and would recommend this to anyone looking to enhance their knowledge of commercial real estate.
**Efrat Sharon**
*Instructor, Real Estate Finance: Mortgage Debt REFI-0030*
I have been very impressed with the caliber of the students that have attended my real estate finance classes at the Fordham Real Estate Institute. The students seem to be serious about learning and their industry. They bring an abundance of curiosity, intelligent questions and real-world experience that creates good discussion and a wonderful learning environment. Teaching at Fordham REI has been a rewarding experience.
**Desimond McGowan**
*Instructor, Real Estate Investment Decision Analysis REFI-0050*
The Fordham Real Estate Institute students were some of the best I have encountered in over thirty years of teaching finance. They were very well prepared for advanced course work and meticulous in their attention to the material. They were fully engaged and asked pointed questions throughout the semester.  I look forward to following their careers and teaching more of their colleagues.”
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# FAQs for the Real Estate Institute
## Application Process and Requirements
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  + A bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an accredited U.S. college or university. International applicants submitting undergraduate or graduate transcripts must also submit a third-party evaluation of the transcripts. The School of Professional and Continuing Studies uses .
  + English-language proficiency test scores (if English is not your first language).
  + A GMAT/GRE is NOT required.
  + Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 (Work experience will be taken into consideration)
  + Two letters of recommendation
  + Personal statement that includes your professional goals and aspirations
  + Resume or CV
  + Work experience is preferred, but not required for admission. We do accept qualified candidates without work experience who possess, among other criteria, exceptionally strong academic backgrounds, demonstrated leadership ability, and a strong potential for success in real estate.
  + $75 nonrefundable application fee
  + Supplemental essay: Students who do not meet the minimum requirements outlined above may apply with an additional essay stating why they would be good candidates for the program.
  + Bachelor’s degree transcript from an accredited university
  + Personal statement
  + Resume
* To apply for a Joint Master's / Advanced Certificate, you simply check off the Advanced Certificate option within the online application. Students may apply for the added certificate after starting the MSRE, MSRED, MSCM, or MSH.
* No, a standardized test is not required for admission to a Fordham PCS graduate program.
* Office of Admissions
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  School of Professional and Continuing Studies
  113 West 60th Street, Room 301
  New York, NY 10023
* Yes, unofficial transcripts are sufficient for application review. If admitted into the program, you will be required to submit official copies prior to enrollment.
* Yes. In order to conduct a complete and holistic review of an application, the Office of Admissions needs to evaluate transcripts from all institutions previously attended.
* Prospective students may apply any time of the year, since applications are processed on a rolling basis. Students are admitted for the fall and spring semesters. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to be able to register for classes and apply for financial aid if needed.
* Interviews are not required, but applicants who do meet with either the admissions team or the Real Estate Institute program office have the opportunity to have the application process expedited and their application fee waived.
* All applicants are required to submit two letters of recommendation. Note, graduate certificate and nonmatriculated applicants do not submit recommendation letters.
* Recommendation letters should be written by individuals who have supervised you in an academic or professional setting and who can comment on your intellectual ability and leadership potential. Recommendations should not be written by friends or family members. You can have two professional, two academic, or one of each. We encourage you to share some information with your recommendation providers about the program to which you are applying, so they can tailor their recommendation appropriately.
* Applicants will receive a final admission decision within two weeks of submitting all necessary materials to the Admissions Committee.
* Yes, Express Admission Days are offered each semester where prospective students can bring a resume and transcripts, get an application fee waiver, and receive a decision on the spot.
* Prospective students are encouraged to attend one of our monthly online information sessions. .
* Yes, we encourage prospective students to schedule an appointment to discuss the application process and the program. For an appointment with PCS Admissions, email  or call 212-636-6372. For an appointment with the REI Program Office, email  or call 212-636-7626.
## Degree Programs and Course Information
* The Fordham University Real Estate Institute offers the following graduate programs:
  + 36-credit  degree
  + 30-credit  degree
  + 30-credit Master of Science in Hospitality degree
  + 15-credit  (graduate)
  + 12-credit  (graduate)
  + 12-credit Advanced Certificate in Hotel Operations (graduate)
  + 12-credit Advanced Certificate in Hospitality Investment and Development (graduate)
* Yes, Fordham PCS offers an undergraduate real estate major and minor in cooperation with the REI.
* The Fordham University Real Estate Institute offers six distinct graduate advanced certificate programs and an array of noncredit .
* The MSRE, MSRED, MSCM, MSH and the six advanced certificate programs may be taken full-time (nine graduate credits) or part-time (less than nine graduate credits).
* Yes, students who begin with a graduate certificate program may, with approval, matriculate into the full MSRE, MSRED, MSCM, MSH degree program.
* Yes, MSRE, MSRED, MSCM, and MSH students can save time and money, and build their resumes, by pursuing the master’s degree and an advanced certificate simultaneously. MSRE, MSRED, MSCM and MSH students must declare their intention to complete the additional advanced certificate before they are conferred the MSRE, MSRED, MSCM, or MSH degree.
* Yes, the School of Professional and Continuing Studies (PCS) Real Estate Institute (REI) welcomes industry professionals, prospective students, and applicants for future terms to take graduate real estate and construction classes as nondegree or .
* Currently, the MSRE, MSRED, MSCM, MSH, and a majority of the advanced certificate courses are offered online.
* Most on-campus graduate classes meet one evening per week from 6:10 to 8:50 p.m. Some classes are offered as a weekend, accelerated option.
* New York City classes are conveniently held at the Lincoln Center campus in Midtown Manhattan, 113 West 60th Street, New York, NY 10023.
* Yes, the Lincoln Center campus is one block west of NYC’s Central Park and the convenient public transit hub at Columbus Circle. Yes, parking is available.
* Yes, up to six credits may be transferred from an accredited M.S. degree program (subject to the REI director’s approval), reducing the number of credits needed to graduate.
## International Applicants
* International students will be waived a standardized English language exam if they completed their undergraduate studies in an accredited university with English language instruction.
* The I-20 will be issued by the  for admitted graduate students. .
* If English is not the applicant's first language, we require the  given by the Education Testing Service. The competitive score of 607 paper-based, 254 computer-based, and 80 internet-based is required for consideration of admission. We also accept the  in lieu of a TOEFL. Competitive applicants must score a minimum of a six on the IELTS to be considered for admissions.
* All credentials in languages other than English must be accompanied by certified English translations. Transcripts from institutions not accredited in the United States or Canada must be evaluated course-by-course by .
* **UPDATE: For Summer 2021 and Fall 2021 no GMAT or GRE is required for admission.** In addition to the submission of a TOEFL or IELTS (If English is not the applicant's first language), the admissions committee requires a  or  score to be submitted. There is no difference in the evaluation of the two standardized assessments, and the admissions committee believes both tests are valid in helping to predict academic success. For an applicant with a GPA of 3.0 and above, a competitive score for the GMAT/GRE should be in at least the 30th percentile. For an applicant with a GPA below 3.0, a competitive score for the GMAT/GRE should be in at least the 50th percentile.
* Prospective students may apply any time of the year, since applications are processed on a rolling basis. International students are admitted for both the fall and spring semesters, and each includes priority deadlines.
  The priority deadlines are as follows:
  + Fall semester: April 30
  + Spring semester: September 30
## Military Veterans
* Yes. More information about education benefits offered by the VA is available at the .
* We are a proud participant of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' Yellow Ribbon Program. The Yellow Ribbon Program supplements veterans who are eligible for 100% of the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
* All questions regarding veterans’ education benefits can be directed to Mara Saumell, , for the Lincoln Center campus or Seton Heslin-Scott, , for the Westchester campus.
## Tuition and Financial Aid
* Students pay as they go. .
* Dean’s Awards scholarships are available for students newly admitted to our degree programs. We strongly encourage prospective students to apply if you are interested in being considered for this merit scholarship. In addition, current graduate students may also be considered for scholarships. View a  and the application process.
* The FAFSA code is 002722.