Overview
Student Population
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Hempstead, New York |
| Online | hofstra.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
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Located in Hempstead, New York, Hofstra University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 24,425 prospective students applied, and 16,728 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,523 enrolled in the school. 9,331 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,540 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $46,450 plus fees of $1,060. Hofstra is ranked 183 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Hofstra is rated within the top 30% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Hofstra University within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#183 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#138 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#26 in Best Colleges in New York
#22 in Best Private Colleges in New York
#376 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#41 in Best Value Colleges in New York
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1160/1340 |
| ACT | 25/30 |
| GPA | 3.51 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 1, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $70 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,060 |
| Room and Board | $15,700 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,050 |
| Total One Year Cost | $66,260 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 30% |
| Communication | 16% |
| Psychology | 8% |
| Education | 8% |
| Social Sciences | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=191649 IPEDS survey data for Hofstra University.
Current students may use the Hofstra University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.