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The University

Hofstra University is a dynamic, private University where students find their edge to succeed in 145 undergraduate and 155 graduate programs of study. With an outstanding faculty, advanced technological resources, and state-of-the-art facilities, Hofstra has a growing national reputation. Yet the average class size is just 22, and the student-to-faculty ratio is 14:1. Professors teach small classes that emphasize interaction, critical thinking, and analysis.

Six undergraduate colleges at Hofstra offer students a broad array of academic offerings. Major University divisions are the Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the School of Communication, the Frank G. Zarb School of Business, the School of Education and Allied Human Services, Honors College, and New College.

Hofstras student body is diverse, with students on the main campus representing fifty-one states and territories and sixty-five countries. Total enrollment at Hofstra is about 12,600, with 7,718 full-time undergraduates.

Residential facilities accommodate more than 4,000 students in thirty-seven modern residence halls. Hofstra is 100 percent program accessible to persons with disabilities. Necessary services are provided for students with physical, learning, and/or psychological disabilities who meet all academic requirements for admission.

Hofstra has a vibrant campus life, with more than 150 clubs and organizations, about thirty local and national fraternities and sororities, eighteen NCAA Division I athletic teams for men and women, and more than 500 cultural events on campus each year.

Recreational and athletic facilities include a 15,000-seat stadium, a 5,000-seat arena, a 1,600-seat field turf soccer stadium, and a new field hockey stadium. Students can also take advantage of a physical fitness center, a swim center with an indoor Olympic-size swimming pool and high-dive area, a softball stadium, a recreation center offering a multipurpose gymnasium, an indoor track, a fully equipped weight room, spacious locker rooms, a cardio area, and mirrored aerobics/martial arts room. Extensive recreational and intramural sports are also available.

Location

A nationally recognized arboretum, Hofstras distinctive 240-acre campus is situated just 25miles east of New York City. Students have easy access by train or car to the incredible cultural resources of New York City as well as the corporate headquarters of some of the worlds leading companies, where many students find internships that lead to careers. The surrounding Long Island area offers world-class beaches and parks, golf courses, fine dining, and theaters. Long Islands Nassau Coliseum is just minutes from Hofstras campus and features the NHLs Islanders and numerous concerts and cultural events each year.

Majors and Degrees

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) is awarded in Africana studies, American studies, anthropology, art education, art history, Asian studies, audio/radio, audio/video/film, biology, broadcast journalism, chemistry, Chinese, Chinese studies, classics, comparative literature, computer science, computer science and mathematics, creative arts, creative studies, dance, drama, early childhood and childhood education (with dual major in another discipline), early childhood education (with dual major in another discipline), economics, elementary education (with dual major in another discipline), engineering science, English, English education, film studies and production, fine arts, foreign language education (French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish), French, geography, geology, German, Hebrew, history, humanities, Ibero-American studies, interdisciplinary studies, Italian, Jewish studies, labor studies, Latin, Latin American and Caribbean studies, liberal arts, linguistics, mass media studies, math education, mathematical economics, mathematics, music, natural sciences, philosophy, physics, political science, print journalism, psychology, public relations, religion, Russian, science education, social sciences, social studies, sociology, Spanish, speech communication and rhetorical studies, speech-language-hearing sciences, University Without Walls, video/television, and womens studies.

The Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) is awarded in accounting, business, business education, entrepreneurship, finance, information technology, international business, legal studies in business, management, and marketing.

The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) is offered in applied physics, athletic training, biochemistry, biology, business economics, chemistry, community health, computer engineering, computer science, computer science and mathematics, electrical engineering, environmental resources, exercise specialist studies, fine arts, forensic science, geology, health education, industrial engineering, mathematical business economics, mathematics, mechanical engineering, music, physician assistant studies, physics, prephysician assistant studies, school health education, University Without Walls, video/television, video/television and business, and video/television and film.

The Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.Ed.) is offered with specializations in fine arts, music, and physical education.

The Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) is offered in engineering science with specializations in biomedical engineering, civil engineering, and environmental engineering.

The Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) is awarded in theater arts with specializations in performance and production.

Academic Programs

Requirements for graduation vary among schools and majors. A liberal arts core curriculum is an integral part of all areas of concentration. The University calendar is organized on a traditional semester system, including one January session and three summer sessions. Some divisions offer part-time programs during the day and evening and on weekends.

Hofstra offers many innovative programs designed to meet the needs of its diverse student body. These include Honors College, New College, Legal Education Accelerated Program, and First Year Connections.

Honors College provides a rich academic and social experience for students who show both the potential and the desire to excel. Honors students can elect to study in any of the Universitys 145 undergraduate programs; these students are involved in all fields of advanced study, including premedicine, prelaw, engineering, business, communication and media arts, humanities, and social sciences.

New College offers interdisciplinary study and innovative block scheduling. The Legal Education Accelerated Program allows students to earn both a B.A. and a J.D. in just six years. First Year Connections, an integrated academic and social program, helps first-year students connect to all of the resources and opportunities of the University.

Off-Campus Programs

Hofstra extends learning beyond the classroom through an active internship program and many study-abroad opportunities. The internship program takes advantage of the proximity of New York City, allowing students to gain on-the-job experience in areas such as finance, business, media, advertising, and entertainment.

Hofstra sponsors study-abroad programs in such places in Europe as Athens, London, France, Ireland, Spain, Prague, and Venice and Sorrento, Italy; as well as in Japan, Jamaica, Ecuador, and Mexico. Previous locales have included Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Germany, the Netherlands, Russia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Ukraine, and the West Indies. Students wishing to pursue such study should contact the program director or the Office of International Off-Campus Education. Other overseas courses are organized by faculty members as part of credit-bearing courses. Recent courses have been held in Greece, Mexico, Egypt, and China.

Academic Facilities

Hofstras libraries contain more than 1.4million print volumes and provide 24/7 electronic access to more than 50,000 journals and electronic books. There are special units for periodicals, reserve books, documents, curriculum materials, special collections, and microfilm.

Hofstra Universitys Student Computing Services provides students with a multitude of resources and learning opportunities. The Hofstra computer network provides individual accounts for all students for Internet, e-mail, and about 200 networked software programs. Almost 1,600 PC, Macintosh, and UNIX workstations are available to students in the various labs and classrooms on campus. The labs are staffed, and one computer lab is open 24hours a day, seven days a week. All campus workstations have high-speed Internet access, and numerous wireless hotspots provide Internet access to students with wireless capability. All resident students are provided with Internet and e-mail access from their residence hall rooms.

Other facilities include an art gallery, an arboretum, an accredited museum, bird sanctuary, writing center, career center, cultural center, language lab, technology lab, six theaters, dance studios and performing arts classrooms, and a rooftop observatory with powerful telescopes. The state-of-the-art facilities in Hofstras School of Communication house a 24-hour student-operated radio station, one of the largest noncommercial television broadcast facilities in the Northeast; audio production studios; a film/video screening room; film editing rooms; and a cutting-edge converged newsroom and multimedia classroom. C.V. Starr Hall, home to the Zarb School of Business, features one of the most advanced academic trading rooms in the nation, complete with Bloomberg terminals and Internet access at every student seat. The innovative School of Education and Allied Health Services building, Hagedorn Hall, is a completely wireless environment featuring assessment centers for child observation and mock counseling and interactive Smart Boards in many classrooms.

Costs

The annual cost of tuition and fees at Hofstra University for 200708 for a full-time undergraduate student was $26,730. The average housing and meal plan was $9616. Books and supplies cost approximately $1000; personal expenses and transportation generally amount to $2640. For the full tuition and fees schedule, students should visit http://www.hofstra.edu/tuition.

Financial Aid

To help students achieve their education goals, Hofstra University offers several financial aid options. Hofstra awarded more than $55 million in financial assistance in 200708, and 81 percent of all Hofstra students received some type of financial aid. For more detailed information, students should visit http://www.hofstra.edu/FinancialAid.

Faculty

Hofstra has 1,193 faculty members, including 544 full-time members; 90percent of the full-time faculty members hold the highest degree in their fields. The faculty members are dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and research, and many have been recognized with the nations highest academic honors, including membership in the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, Fulbright and Guggenheim Fellowships, Emmy Awards, and a Pulitzer Prize. The student-faculty ratio is 14:1. The average class size is 22. All classes are taught by faculty members who make it a point to be accessible to their students outside the classroom; no courses are taught by graduate assistants.

Student Government

The chief instrument of government is the Student Government Association, a student-run governing body that supervises and coordinates all student activities and serves as a liaison with the faculty and administration. The Student Government Association sends representatives to the committees of the University Senate. The Judiciary Panel has responsibility for promoting justice in the conduct of student affairs.

Admission Requirements

Hofstra is a competitive institution that seeks to enroll students who demonstrate academic ability, intellectual curiosity, and the motivation to be successful and to be a contributing member of the campus community. Careful consideration is given to a students high school record, types of courses taken, SAT or ACT scores, letters of recommendation, extracurricular involvement, and the personal essay. Typical applicants rank in the top 25 percent of their graduating class and present 16 academic units, including 4 of English, 3 of history and social studies, 2 of foreign language, 3of mathematics, and 3 of science. Prospective engineering majors need at least 4 years of mathematics, 1 year of chemistry, and 1 year of physics. Campus visits are strongly recommended. Hofstra accepts applications from freshmen, transfers, and international students.

The University offers an early action plan for students whose first choice is Hofstra. The completed application must be received either by November15 or by December 15. Students applying for regular decision are considered on a rolling basis.

Freshman applicants must submit an application, a $50 application fee, their high school transcript, SAT or ACT scores, a personal essay and a letter of recommendation. Hofstra accepts applications via mail or online and participates in the Common Application; the online application fee is $30.

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