Hofstra University

  • Established: 1935
  • Type: Private / University / Hofstra University
  • Total Students: 10444

About Hofstra University

Hofstra University is a private institution that was founded in 1935. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 6,701, its setting is suburban, and the campus size is 244 acres. With its location on Long Island, New York, Hofstra University puts students in an ideal location to enjoy attractions and secure internships in New York City. In addition to two traditional semesters, the university offers courses during a January term and several summer sessions. Campus residence options include traditional dormitories and Themed Living Communities, which group students by a common interest such as active living and performing arts. There are more than 200 student organizations, including about 20 fraternities and sororities. The Hofstra Pride sports teams compete in the NCAA Division I Colonial Athletic Association, and students can also get involved in club sports including roller hockey and Ultimate Frisbee. The university runs a variety of academic institutes, including the Peter S. Kalikow Center for the Study of the American Presidency, the National Center for Suburban Studies and the Long Island Studies Institute. There are many programs for graduate students, too, offered through university schools including the Frank G. Zarb School of Business, the Maurice Deane School of Law and the School of Education. Notable alumni of Hofstra University include actor Tom McGowan, who has appeared in TV shows including "Frasier," "Everybody Loves Raymond" and "Curb Your Enthusiasm," and Alan Colmes, former co-host of "Hannity and Colmes" on Fox News Channel. Hofstra University, located just 25 miles east of New York City, is a dynamic private university where around 11,000 students choose from approximately 160 undergraduate and 170 graduate programs of study in the liberal arts and sciences, education, health professions and human services, the Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs, the Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Frank G. Zarb School of Business, the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, the Hofstra Northwell School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, and the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell

At a Glance

  • Founded in 1935
  • International students populations represents from 88+ nationalities
  • No.162 ranked in National Universities 
  • No. 118 best Value college for Veterans
  • No. 97 Best Value schools
  • No. 137 in 1583 Most diverse college in USA
  • #2 best finance colleges in New York ( College Factual 2019)
  • 25 miles from Manhattan NY
  • Students and faculty ratio is 13:1
  • Total accreditations 33 and 29 accademic accrediations.

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Courses Offered

Accounting

Area of Study Business and Management
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
  • Spring (Jan/Feb)

African Studies

Area of Study Liberal Arts ,Social Sciences and Communication
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
  • Spring (Jan/Feb)

Anthropology

Area of Study Liberal Arts ,Social Sciences and Communication
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
  • Spring (Jan/Feb)

Art Education

Area of Study Education and Sports
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
  • Spring (Jan/Feb)

Art history

Area of Study Liberal Arts ,Social Sciences and Communication
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
  • Spring (Jan/Feb)

Asian Studies

Area of Study Liberal Arts ,Social Sciences and Communication
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
  • Spring (Jan/Feb)

Biochemistry

Area of Study Engineering, Science and Technology
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
  • Spring (Jan/Feb)

Bioengineering

Area of Study Engineering, Science and Technology
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
  • Spring (Jan/Feb)

Biomedical Sciences

Area of Study Engineering, Science and Technology
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
  • Spring (Jan/Feb)

Business Analytics & Information Systems

Area of Study Business and Management
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
  • Spring (Jan/Feb)

Accounting

Area of Study Business and Management
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
  • Spring (Jan/Feb)

Audiology and Speech Pathology

Area of Study Health Science, Public Health , Medicine and Pharmacy
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
  • Spring (Jan/Feb)

Cardiovascular Technology

Area of Study Health Science, Public Health , Medicine and Pharmacy
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
  • Spring (Jan/Feb)

Clinical Psychology

Area of Study Health Science, Public Health , Medicine and Pharmacy
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
  • Spring (Jan/Feb)

Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling

Area of Study Health Science, Public Health , Medicine and Pharmacy
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
  • Spring (Jan/Feb)

Communications

Area of Study Liberal Arts ,Social Sciences and Communication
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
  • Spring (Jan/Feb)

Computer Science

Area of Study Engineering, Science and Technology
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
  • Spring (Jan/Feb)

Cybersecurity

Area of Study Engineering, Science and Technology
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
  • Spring (Jan/Feb)

Data Science

Area of Study Engineering, Science and Technology
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
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Educational leadership

Area of Study Education and Sports
Intake
  • Fall( Aug/Sept)
  • Summer (May/June)
  • Spring (Jan/Feb)

Estimated Tution and Other Fees

Bachelor's Degree

Tution Fee
$28679
Accomodation & Other Fees
$13200
Application Fee
$100
Total
$41979

Master's Degree

Tution Fee
$27810
Accomodation & Other Fees
$13200
Application Fee
$100
Total
$41110

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum GPA Total
3
Minimum level of Education
High School
Minimum TOEFL
80
Minimum IELTS
6.5
Minimum Pearson
53
Minimum Duolingo
100

Master's Degree

Minimum GPA Total
3
Minimum level of Education
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum TOEFL
80
Minimum IELTS
6.5
Minimum Pearson
53
Minimum Duolingo
110

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