Hofstra University: Review & Facts

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Hofstra University is a medium four-year, private not-for-profit school with 10,445 students enrolled. This school was originated in 1935 and is one of the 3 colleges and schools located in Hempstead, New York.

Academic Offerings



Majors
Offered
187
Good
At Hofstra University you can receive your bachelor's degree, postbaccalaureate certificate, master's degree, postmaster certificate, or doctoral degree.

Hofstra University implements a semester-based curriculum calendar system and lets you to select from 187 majors. The most popular concentrations are Medical, Management, Education, Business, and Accounting and Finance. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings compared to other schools.

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 would like to transfer or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

Student Retention
82%
Good
The rate of student retention at Hofstra University is high at 82% (above New York average). Considering this statistic, apparently students enjoy their stay at this school.

The graduation rate at Hofstra University is average - 64%.

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

Tuition and Loans



Tuition and fees per year
$49,500
High
Average tuition price is extremely high - $48,400 per year. The additional fees at Hofstra University (not included in tuition costs) are nearly $1,100; this totals $49,500 a 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, 24,062 applications were submitted and 16,630 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
$11,300
High
Hofstra University provides 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
F
Unsafe
Hofstra University provides on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates around 3,500 students, which provides a reasonable on-campus housing option. The room price is high -- around $11,300 per year.

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 data, Hofstra University seems to be a very dangerous school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Hofstra University Location and Maps



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