Hofstra University

Academic Life

Hofstra offers over 155 undergraduate and over 175 graduate program options. More than 100 dual-degree program options are also offered, giving you the opportunity to earn both a graduate and undergraduate degree in less time than if each degree was pursued separately.

All classes at Hofstra are taught by distinguished faculty members who are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarly research and service. With an average undergraduate class size of 21 and a student-faculty ratio of 14-to-1, you are encouraged to debate, question, conduct research, discuss and think critically in an open, collaborative learning environment.

Campus Life

On our vibrant campus, you will find exceptional and technologically advanced classrooms, six theaters, a state-of-the-art fitness center, an accredited museum, modern athletic facilities, and an impressive 10-floor library that offers more than one million volumes and provide 24/7 online access to more than 75,000 full-text journals and 100,000 electronic books.

Hofstra University hosts more than 500 social, academic and cultural events each year, including music ensembles and art exhibits, as well as dance and dramatic performances, at any one of our  state-of-the-art theaters.  In addition, Hofstra offers more than 200 student clubs and organizations. We encourage students to participate in these extracurricular opportunities to help foster a solid connection between in-classroom work and outside interests.

Facilities and Resources

Hofstra students have endless opportunities for experiential learning. Students can conduct research in one of many innovative labs, including a big data lab, a robotics and advanced manufacturing lab, and a cell and tissue engineering lab. Or, students can choose to work in cutting-edge facilities such as the Martin B. Greenberg Trading Room, equipped with 34 Bloomberg terminals; or the campus radio station, WRHU-88.7 FM, Radio Hofstra University, recipient of two prestigious Marconi Awards from the National Association of Broadcasters.

Additionally, the David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex, a 93,000 square-foot facility that includes an Olympic-sized swimming pool, is home to the Hofstra Pride men’s and women’s basketball teams, wrestling, and is also the site for events such as commencements, exhibitions, trade shows, televised political events, and concerts.

Financial Aid / Tuition

Hofstra University works hard to make a private college education affordable for students and families, and offers several financial aid options for new undergraduates, including interest-free payment plans and a money-saving four-year locked-in rate for tuition and fees that can help students manage costs from admission through graduation.

Admission

Hofstra is a competitive institution that seeks to enroll students who demonstrate academic ability, intellectual curiosity, and the motivation to succeed and contribute to the campus community. Careful consideration is given to a student’s high school record, types of courses taken, SAT or ACT scores (if applicable), letters of recommendation, extracurricular involvement, and the personal essay. Submitting test scores to Hofstra is optional. Prospective students should visit hofstra.edu/testing policy for more information. The most competitive applicants will have followed a rigorous college preparatory curriculum and will have taken advantage of honors and advanced placement–level courses where appropriate. The Office of Admission prefers a high school curriculum that includes 4 years of English, 3 to 4 years of social studies, 2 to 3 years of foreign language, 3 years of mathematics (4 years for engineering applicants), and 3 years of science (4 years for engineering applicants). Campus visits are strongly recommended. Hofstra accepts applications from first-year, transfer, and international students.

OTHER INFORMATION:

For students whose first choice is Hofstra, there are two early action periods: when an application is submitted by November 15, notification is made to the student by December 15; when an application is submitted by December 15, notification is made to the student by January 15. Students applying for regular decision are considered on a rolling basis.

First-year applicants must submit an application, $70 application fee, high school transcript, SAT or ACT scores, essay, and letter of recommendation. Hofstra accepts applications via mail or online and participates in the Common Application.