Hofstra University
Hofstra University is a private, nonprofit and nonsectarian university situated in Hempstead, New York. Hofstra has been named a “Best Northeastern” college by The Princeton Review. Psychology, marketing, and digital communication are top majors of study for undergraduates. It is the only university to host US presidential debates in three consecutive election cycles.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb
Key Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 15, 2018 | May 1, 2018 |
| Other | December 15, 2018 | May 1, 2018 |
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
11,131
Total Number of Undergrads
6,861
Academic Calendar
Semester
Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
0
100
53%
Graduate in 4 Years
National: 28%
0
100
63%
Graduate in 6 Years
National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
National: 21:1 Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition | $43,960
|
| Out-of-State Tuition | $43,960
|
Students Receiving Financial Aid
96%
Average Aid Per Year
$23,386
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Gender
Student Organizations
200
Size of Town
Suburb: Large
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
New York
Boston
Philadelphia
Washington
Los Angeles
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
67%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$52,400
What Students Are Saying
3.77
Average Rating
Hofstra is a great college, with an at home feel that will increase your chance of success. The campus is clean, the professors helpful, and the food is good! There is no other college I would have rather attended.
Lorie from Minnesota
Hofstra is a great place to learn and grow as a person. It has outstanding facilities and faculty. If properly taken advantage of the school offers everyone all they need to succeed.
Austin from Fairfax, VA
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