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Hofstra University

Hempstead, NY · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Suburb

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About Hofstra University

Hofstra University is a private research university in Hempstead, New York, United States. It originated in 1935 as an extension of New York University and became an independent college in 1939. Comprising ten schools, including the Zucker School of Medicine and the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, Hofstra has hosted a series of prominent presidential conferences and several United States presidential debates.

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68%

Acceptance

$34,176

Net price

6,488

Enrollment

69%

Grad rate

Report Card

B+

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

B-

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

A-

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

C

Affordability

Average net price after aid

C

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

A

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

68%

Acceptance rate

1,319

SAT average

29

ACT midpoint

SAT Reading620700
SAT Math610700
ACT Composite2832

Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.

Cost & Financial Aid

$34,176

Average net price

$57,660

In-state tuition

$57,660

Out-of-state tuition

$18,082

Room & board

$1,000

Books & supplies

$70,624

Total cost of attendance

25%

Students receiving Pell grants

44%

Students with federal loans

$23,621

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$28,219
$30–48K
$31,387
$48–75K
$33,450
$75–110K
$36,769
$110K+
$37,348

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$69,039

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$52,131

Median earnings (6 yrs)

69%

Graduation rate

84%

Retention rate

82%

Earn more than a HS grad

$19,163

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

6,488

Total enrollment

3%

Part-time

20

Avg. age at entry

24%

First-generation

Gender balance

57% women
43% men

Race & ethnicity

White
44%
Hispanic
19%
Asian
16%
Black
10%
Two or more races
7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0%

Hofstra University FAQ

Is Hofstra University a public or private school?

Hofstra University is a private nonprofit institution located in Hempstead, NY.

What is the acceptance rate at Hofstra University?

Hofstra University has an acceptance rate of 68%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does Hofstra University cost?

The average annual net price at Hofstra University is $34,176 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $57,660.

What is the graduation rate at Hofstra University?

About 69% of students at Hofstra University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Hofstra University graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Hofstra University students earn a median of $69,039 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Hofstra University?

Admitted students at Hofstra University have an average SAT score of 1,319 and an ACT midpoint of 29. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend Hofstra University?

Hofstra University enrolls about 6,488 students.

Campus

Campus photo via Wikimedia Commons — Paul Berendsen · CC BY-SA 3.0. Additional images are representative.

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