Hofstra University
Hofstra University is a private nonprofit 4-year institution in Hempstead, NY. It enrolls about 10,393 students and admits roughly 71% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Private nonprofit 4-year |
| Control | private nonprofit |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Hempstead, NY 11549 |
| County | Nassau County |
| Enrollment | 10,393 |
| Acceptance rate | 71% |
| Applicants / admitted | 22,890 / 16,157 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $55,450 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $55,450 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 67% |
| Transfer-out rate | 22% |
| Full-time retention rate | 83% |
| Campus setting | Suburb: Large |
| Size category | 10,000 - 19,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Doctor's degree |
| SAT middle 50% (EBRW+Math) | 610–690 |
| ACT middle 50% | 27–31 |
| Website | www.hofstra.edu/ |
| Phone | 5164636600 |
Admissions
About 22,890 students applied and 16,157 were admitted. Of those admitted, 1,593 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $55,450 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Outcomes
Of the 1,626 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 67% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
Hofstra University is in Hempstead, NY, Nassau County. Its coordinates are 40.7160, -73.6008.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Hofstra University?
About 71% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 22,890 applicants.
How much does Hofstra University cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $55,450 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Hofstra University?
About 10,393 students are enrolled.