Double Degree in Global Finance with Fordham University, USA
- Degree
- Double and Triple Degree
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Year
- 2026/2027
Features of the programme | This Double Degree is aimed at students enrolled in the first year of the Master's Degrees in Finance and Economics, or Financial Institutions and Markets at Luiss, as well as those in the final year of the Master's Degrees in Economics and Finance or Corporate Finance. Delivered in partnership with the Fordham Gabelli School of Business, the Programme provides in-depth knowledge of global financial markets, risk management, financing strategies, and capital-raising operations in an international context. Through a rigorous, practice-oriented programme of study, students develop the analytical and strategic skills needed to meet the challenges of an increasingly complex and global financial sector. As part of the Programme, students will spend a period of study in New York, one of the world's leading financial centres and home to major financial institutions and multinationals. The programme combines intensive academic study with company visits and opportunities for direct interaction with industry professionals, providing a practical insight into international finance and the global economic environment. |
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Programme structure | There are 30 places available for each academic year. |
Available places | There are 3 places available for each academic year. |
Who is eligible to apply? | The call for applications for the 2027–2028 mobility year is open to students enrolled:
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Eligible majors |
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Fees and charges | The Double Degree in Global Finance with the Fordham Gabelli School of Business is a fee-based Programme. Fordham University offers various forms of financial support to participating students, and all selected students are eligible for a scholarship awarded by the Fordham University Gabelli School of Business. This grant is automatically awarded to students admitted to the Programme and directly reduces the amount of tuition fees payable to Fordham. For the Summer 2026 intake, tuition fees are $23,934. Please note that tuition fees do not include living expenses. In addition to tuition fees and the cost of health insurance, Fordham University also charges certain student service fees, which for 2026 total $369, broken down as follows: $96 for the General Fee; $227 for the Technology Fee; and $46 for the International Student Services Fee. Textbooks (which cost around $200 per course) and travel expenses are not included. Living expenses in New York are not included in the tuition fees and contributions listed above. Fordham University's International Student Office recommends that students budget around $5,000 for living expenses during their stay in New York. Students are strongly encouraged to apply for accommodation in Fordham's university residences to avoid potential difficulties in finding housing and the risk of scams. Regarding on-campus accommodation, the cost of living in a university residence for the 7-week stay in 2026 is $1,874. |
Qualifications awarded |
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Disclaimer:
The information on this page – including eligible degree programmes and majors, admission requirements, and so on – is reviewed annually and may be updated for future years of mobility. Applicants are advised to regularly check this page for any updates before submitting their application.
Luiss Academic Coordinators
For Economics and Finance
Nicola Borri
Faculty | nborri@luiss.it
For Corporate Finance
Pierluigi Murro
Faculty | pmurro@luiss.it
International Degree Programmes
Viale Romania 32,
00197 Rome
For general queries:
international@luiss.it
For questions about the Programme:
Vincenzo Fierro
vfierro@luiss.it
T +39 06 85225592
Key Academic Rules
- Interested students are required to read the study plan and its rules. As a general rule, it is not possible to make changes to the curriculum.
- The exams listed in the study plan must be taken and passed before the start of the mobility year.
- During the mobility period, students will be subject to Fordham's regulations.
- To have courses taken at Luiss recognised towards a Fordham degree, a minimum average grade of B is required (please refer to the applicable curricula). The minimum acceptable grade for individual courses is B- (currently equivalent to 21/30 on the Luiss grading scale), provided that the overall average of the courses transferred to the Fordham programme remains at B or higher. The courses eligible for recognition are listed in the curriculum. Requests for exemptions from this requirement cannot be granted, as it is stipulated in the regulations of the partner university.
Information about the thesis
Detailed information about the procedures and their deadlines will be provided by the two universities during the course of the programme. For reference:
- Students will work on their thesis during their second year at Luiss, under the supervision of a Luiss supervisor. Luiss students will defend their Master's thesis exclusively at Luiss.
- Students are required to comply solely with the procedures and deadlines set by Luiss for the completion of their thesis.
- Completion of the Double Degree in Global Finance with Fordham is contingent upon the defence and award of the Master's degree at Luiss. Therefore, students will only be able to obtain the qualification awarded by Fordham after they have graduated from Luiss.
Further information
- Students selected for a Double Degree programme are required to follow the curriculum set out for the year of mobility, including any changes, particularly those relating to language courses and other academic activities.
- While committed to providing complete, accurate, and timely information, Luiss reserves the right to modify, update, or withdraw the programme at any time.
- Luiss is not responsible for any cancellations or changes to the Programme due to circumstances beyond its control. Should this occur, all students affected will be informed promptly.
How to apply
Details of the application procedure and any further information not available on this page will be published in the relevant Call for Applications. For further information, please contact the International Degree Programmes Office at international@luiss.it.
Admission Criteria (mobility year 2026/27)
For future mobility years, the admission requirements are reviewed and updated on this page around September each year.
| Requirements for applications for the 2026/2027 mobility year |
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English language requirements: Students must have a command of English equivalent to at least level B2.4 of the Common European Framework of Reference, as evidenced by one of the following certificates:
English language certificates must not have been obtained more than two years prior to the Programme's start date (September 2026). |
Selection criteria (mobility year 2026/27)
The criteria used for the assessment and compilation of the ranking list are set out below.
Candidates who meet the admission requirements will be placed on the ranking list based on their academic record and the criteria set out in the table below. Academic records will be assessed based on the data available at the Student Administration Office by the deadline specified in the Call for Applications (usually mid-February).
| Criterion | Weight |
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| Weighted average | 35% |
| Registered credits (CFU) | 33% |
| Level of English language proficiency | 25% |
| Bachelor's degree grade | 5% |
| Credits awarded for internships | 2% |
Call timeline – 2026–2027 mobility year
For future years of mobility, the timeline is reviewed and updated on this page, typically in September each year.
| Phase | Timeline |
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| Publication of the call for applications | Early December 2025 |
| Opening of the application period | 8 January 2026 |
| Deadline for submitting applications | 21 January 2026 |
| Publication of the selection results | End of February 2026 |
| Confirmation of participation | Within one working day |
Read the Call for Applications (Economics and Finance) – Mobility Year 2026–2027
Read the Call for Applications (Corporate Finance) – Mobility Year 2026–2027
