HOFSTRA ADMISSION
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Welcome Counselors!
You support future Hofstra students and we support you. Whether you’re advising high school students or independent clients, we’re here with tools, deadlines, and resources to help you guide students toward their next step.
School Counselor Events
We invite you to get to know our community and all of the opportunities available to Hofstra students by visiting our campus in-person or virtually.
Register for one of our Counselor Webinars or view a previously recorded webinar.
If you have any questions, please call 516-463-6700 or email campusvisit@hofstra.edu. Please visit us at hofstra.edu/visit to see all event and visit opportunities for students.
98%
of full-time, first-year students entering fall 2024 were awarded financial aid, including scholarships and grants (free money!)
4
years of guaranteed on-campus housing
92%
of undergraduate degree recipients are working or at graduate school within a year of graduation
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Student Application Deadlines
A first-year applicant is a current high school senior, a high school graduate with no post-secondary course work or the recipient of a GED applying for matriculated/degree-seeking status at Hofstra University. First-year candidates may apply as Early Action or Regular Decision.
Early Action is a nonbinding early application and notification process for fall semester first-year students only. Students accepted via Early Action are not required to withdraw other college applications, but are required to notify Hofstra University of their intentions by May 1. There are two rounds of Early Action as indicated in the chart below.
Regular Decision candidates are considered on a “rolling basis.” While there is no deadline for Regular Decision applications, students are encouraged to apply early so as to receive the fullest consideration. Once an application and all supporting credentials are received, the application will be reviewed by our Admission Committee.
Early Decision 1
November 15
Decision by December 15
Early Decision 2
December 15
Decision by January 15
Regular Decision
Rolling Admission
Decisions begin February 1
Hofstra is test optional. Students can apply via the Common App or Hofstra Application.
undergraduate program options
undergraduate students
+ student clubs and organizations
Scholarships and Affordability
Affordability is top of mind for many students and families. Hofstra automatically considers every applicant for scholarships:
- Merit-based awards up to $31,000 per year
- Trustee Scholarships offer full tuition for four years
- Scholarships available for transfer students and special recognitions
NCAA Division I sports teams
average class size
Counselor Resources
Trustee Scholars Program
Hofstra’s highest academic honor:
- Full-tuition for four years
- Honors College access
- Faculty mentoring and exclusive opportunities
Counselor Professional Development
We offer webinars on college access, financial aid, test-optional trends, and CE-eligible sessions.
Counselor Advisory Board
Our Counselor Advisory Board includes dedicated professionals from across the U.S. who help shape our resources and outreach.
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27%
of students admitted for fall 2024 submitted SAT or ACT scores
3.8
average high school GPA
13:1
student-faculty ratio
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Submit by midnight on NOVEMBER 15 for EARLY ACTION I. Receive a decision by DECEMBER 15.