Calculating Cost of Attendance

The tuition rate is subject to change from year to year. This is the amount charged for registered courses. Some programs have a flat rate or program charge while others charge per credit.  Check hofstra.edu/tuition for current rates.

Student fees include a mandatory University fee, Technology fee, and Student Activity fee.  These are subject to change from year to year.

Costs associated with your individual housing status.

On-campus: Room rates and associated fees are determined by Hofstra University for students living in the residence halls.

Off-campus: Costs are determined by an average of rent and utilities for a one-bedroom apartment, determined through departmental research.

With Parent(s)/Relatives: The amount is determined using market research conducted by nonprofit organizations regarding the cost of housing in the local metro area.

The amount is determined to be the equivalent of three meals each day.  First year Undergraduate resident students have a minimum required dining dollars plan.  

Includes the estimated cost required books and other educational supplies and materials required for each academic year.

Estimated costs for personal hygiene, entertainment, etc. for the academic year. Additional expenses such as clothing can be added to the cost of attendance.  For more information please visit https://www.hofstra.edu/financial-aid/cost-attendance-adjustment.html

Estimated costs of traveling to and from campus.  The Internal Revenue Service's annual standard mileage rate is used to calculate the mileage component.

Fees determined by the Department of Education for the origination and disbursement of Federal Direct loans. An average amount is included for each academic year based upon the maximum annual limit for these student loans. The estimated PLUS loan fees were determined using the current origination fee percentage and the average loan amounts borrowed in previous years.