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Hofstra University has traditionally sought to serve students with different academic needs. In a world increasingly aware of differences in culture, language and learning style, the School for University Studies extends this tradition to students with particular academic challenges. Currently the School for University Studies has three programs, the Freshman Program, the Transfer Program and the Program for Academic Learning Skills (PALS). Please consult the other option for PALS.

Both the Freshman and Transfer Programs are designed for students whose records do not yet reflect their full potential. The programs seek to accomplish their goals through a broad assignment of instructional resources designed especially for its students. Full-time members of the University faculty are responsible for the academic programs and for student advisement. Additional members of the University's faculty also offer courses for the programs as needed and/or invited. SUS students make full use of all the resources of the University outside the program, including the Library, Physical Fitness Center, Recreation Center, Tutorial Services, health services, professional counseling services and various art, drama and communication workshops.

ADMISSION TO THE SCHOOL FOR UNIVERSITY STUDIES
Applicants are admitted to the Freshman or Transfer Programs after careful screening and evaluation by the Hofstra University Admissions Office and the faculty of the two Programs. Students who have attempted at least 24 hours of post-secondary education are considered for the Transfer Program After acceptance, an agreement is signed by both the student and the University specifying their respective commitments. The number of students accepted is limited and normally students remain in the programs for a minimum of one academic year (two semesters).