ADMISSION
Cost of Attendance
The Cost of Attendance (COA) is the total amount of education-related costs that Student Financial Services estimates students will incur during a given enrollment period, based on housing plans. It is important to recognize that certain COA components are estimates based on individual circumstances. Some students may experience costs that are less than those published.
The COA charts below are for the 2026-27 academic year and are subject to change.
To estimate the total program cost, add together the cost of attendance for each year of your program of study based upon your projected housing plan.
Future costs are estimates only and costs and eligibility are subject to change and cannot be reliably predicted in advance. Unforeseeable variables could result in a student’s actual costs and aid eligibility being higher or lower than the program-length estimates.
First Year | |||
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| On-campus | Off-campus (independent students only) | With Parent |
Tuition and Fees | $62,110 | $62,110 | $62,110 |
Room and Board | $20,850 | $26,585 | $11,020 |
Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
Personal Expenses | $1,050 | $1,200 | $1,050 |
Student Loan Fees | $68 | $68 | $68 |
Parent PLUS Loan Fees | $846 | $846 | $846 |
Transportation | $1,000 | $1,740 | $1,740 |
Total Cost of Attendance | $86,924 | $93,489 | $77,834 |
Continuing Students | |||
| On-campus | Off-campus (independent students only) | With Parent |
Tuition and Fees | $62,110 | $62,110 | $62,110 |
Room and Board | $20,850 | $26,585 | $11,020 |
Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
Personal Expenses | $1,050 | $1,200 | $1,050 |
Student Loan Fees | $68 | $68 | $68 |
Parent PLUS Loan Fees | $846 | $846 | $846 |
Transportation | $1,000 | $1,740 | $1,740 |
Total Cost of Attendance | $86,924 | $93,489 | $77,834 |
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First Year | |||
| On-campus | Off-campus (independent students only) | With Parent |
Tuition and Fees | $25,535 | $25,535 | $25,535 |
Room and Board | $20,850 | $26,585 | $11,020 |
Books and Supplies | $500 | $500 | $500 |
Personal Expenses | $1,050 | $1,200 | $1,050 |
Student Loan Fees | $34 | $34 | $34 |
Parent PLUS Loan Fees | $423 | $423 | $423 |
Transportation | $1,000 | $870 | $870 |
Total Cost of Attendance | $49,392 | $55,087 | $39,432 |
Continuing Students | |||
| On-campus | Off-campus (independent students only) | With Parent |
Tuition and Fees | $25,535 | $25,535 | $25,535 |
Room and Board | $20,850 | $26,585 | $11,020 |
Books and Supplies | $500 | $500 | $500 |
Personal Expenses | $1,050 | $1,200 | $1,050 |
Student Loan Fees | $34 | $34 | $34 |
Parent PLUS Loan Fees | $423 | $423 | $423 |
Transportation | $1,000 | $870 | $870 |
Total Cost of Attendance | $49,426 | $55,121 | $39,466 |
What is the Value of a Hofstra Degree?
What Does Tuition Cover?
At Hofstra University, your education is personal. You’ll learn from accomplished faculty, build connections in a welcoming community, and discover opportunities that support your academic, personal, and professional goals.
Your investment in a Hofstra education provides access to:
Accomplished, accessible faculty
- Learn from scholars, artists, scientists, and industry professionals who bring their expertise into the classroom and are dedicated to your success.
- Get to know faculty who can help you explore your interests and prepare for your next steps.
- Study with accomplished educators: 94% of Hofstra’s full-time faculty hold the highest degree in their field.
Personal attention
- Experience the resources of a university with the connections of a close-knit community.
- Receive guidance from your personalized success team, including an advising dean who helps you navigate academic requirements and a Student Financial Services representative who can explain financial aid and payment options.
- Participate in classes with an average undergraduate class size of 21 and a student-faculty ratio of 13-to-1.
A vibrant campus
- Find your community through more than 200 student clubs and organizations, including academic, cultural, service, and fraternity and sorority organizations.
- Cheer on the Pride’s 21 NCAA Division I teams, with free student tickets to regular home games, unless otherwise noted.
- Enjoy concerts, theater and dance performances, exhibitions, and events featuring distinguished speakers.
- Stay active at the Fitness Center and Olympic-sized indoor pool.
- Explore New York City and Long Island through University-sponsored outings, including Explore Next Door. Eligibility and availability vary by trip.
Resources for learning and career preparation
- Stay connected through campus wireless internet and technology support.
- Access library collections, digital resources, study spaces, and personalized research assistance.
- Work with the Career Center to explore career paths, prepare for interviews, connect with employers, and pursue internships and jobs.
- Use free University shuttle services to reach local train stations and designated shopping and entertainment destinations.
A caring community
- Strengthen your academic skills through free undergraduate tutoring and support from the Center for Academic Excellence.
- Access free short-term counseling, group counseling, and workshops through Student Counseling Services.
- Turn to Student Health for care and guidance when health concerns arise.
- Connect with campus resources that support your well-being and help you navigate college life.
Convenient parking
- Bring a car to campus and park in designated student lots with a valid University parking permit. Vehicle registration and parking restrictions apply.
Calculating your net cost is easy!
Take your total costs and subtract any financial aid (scholarships/grants/loans) that you will be receiving from Hofstra and other sources – that’s your net cost.
Example based on 2025-2026 rates:
If you want to live in the first-year student housing:
| Estimated Tuition & Fees | $59,960 |
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| Estimated Room & Board (Suite Style Housing) | $21,048 |
| Estimated Total costs: | $81,008 |
| MINUS—— | |
| Scholarships and Grants from Hofstra | $X,XXX |
| Net Cost: | $XX,XXX |
How Can You Make Hofstra More Afforable?
Sample Student Profiles
Meet some sample Hofstra student profiles, and see their payment scenarios.
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