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Hofstra University

Hempstead, New York 11549

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for business

Hofstra University is a private institution in Hempstead with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1294, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 6.2K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

67% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $69,039 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $35,129.

Established
1935
Motto
Je maintiendrai
Mascot
Kate Willie Pride
Type
Private research university
Conference
the 1976 and 1980 U
Division
Division I

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71%Acceptance
1294SAT Avg
6,155Students
13:1Student:Faculty
67%Grad Rate
$69,039Earnings 10yr
$35,129Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate70.6%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1294

Reading & WritingMid: 635
610690
MathMid: 640
600690

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 29
2731

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$55,450
Room & Board$17,720
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$68,298
Average Net Price$35,129
Median Debt at Graduation$23,621
Monthly Payment (10yr)$250

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$29,667
$30–48K$31,575
$48–75K$35,162
$75–110K$38,553
$110K+$37,740

Programs (179)

Student Body

Undergrads
6,155
Gender Split
56% / 44%
Women / Men
First Generation
24%
Pell Grant Recipients
24%

Race & Ethnicity

White 48%
Black 9%
Hispanic 17%
Asian 15%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate67.1%
Freshman Retention83.1%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$52,131
8 Years$64,563
10 Years$69,039

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$55,200
Men
$65,700

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