Hofstra University: Review & Facts

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Hofstra University is a medium four-year, private not-for-profit school with 10,240 students enrolled. This school was originated in 1935 and is one of the 3 colleges and schools located in Hempstead, New York.

Academic Offerings

At Hofstra University you can receive your bachelor's degree, postbaccalaureate certificate, master's degree, postmaster certificate, or doctoral degree.

Majors
Offered
198
Hofstra University implements a semester-based curriculum calendar system and lets you to select from 198 majors. The most popular concentrations are Medical, Management, Education, Law, and Psychology. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates when you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are typically a good sign. Nevertheless, if you plan to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

The rate of student retention at Hofstra University is high at 83% (above New York average). Taking this statistic into consideration, it seems that students enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention
83%
Good
The graduation rate at Hofstra University is average - 65%.

Student to faculty ratio at Hofstra University is pretty good -- 13:1. Read more about instruction at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition pricing is extremely high - $52,300 per year. The additional fees at Hofstra University (not included in tuition costs) are roughly $1,200; this totals $53,500 per year.

Read the details about Hofstra University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate
69%
Doable
As reported in recent government data, 23,577 applications were submitted and 16,346 were accepted, so it is relatively easy to get accepted at this school.

The school will consider accepting dual credits, credits for life experience, and advanced placement credits at entry.

Read the details about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Hofstra University in the Admissions and Tests report for this school.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price
$12,000
High
Hofstra University offers a distance learning option, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a great option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Hofstra University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade
D-
Unsafe
Hofstra University provides on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates nearly 3,500 students, which offers a viable on-campus housing option. The room price is high, nearly $12,000 annually.

Army ROTC programs are available at Hofstra University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available
Yes
It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have obtained a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime information, Hofstra University appears to be a very dangerous school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Hofstra University Location and Address

Postal Address:
Hofstra University
100 Hofstra University
Hempstead, New York
11549, USA
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