Hofstra University

Hempstead, NY · Private Nonprofit

Acceptance rate
68%
Average SAT
1,319
ACT midpoint
29
Enrollment
6,488
In-state tuition
$57,660
Out-of-state tuition
$57,660
Avg net price
$34,176
4-yr grad rate

Test scores

Admitted students score between 1230 and 1400 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

ACT midpoint: 29

Popular programs at Hofstra University

Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.

#ProgramStairway RankingGraduates/yr
1Radio, Television, and Digital Communication.106
2Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.73
3Psychology, General.70
4Marketing.70
5Finance and Financial Management Services.69
6Political Science and Government.65
7Journalism.58
8Public Health.57
9Business Administration, Management and Operations.54
10English Language and Literature, General.47
11Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.44
12Accounting and Related Services.42
13Biology, General.40
14Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication.39
15Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.38
16Criminology.35
17Computer Science.34
18Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.32
19Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.31
20Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods.31

Showing top 20 of 67 programs

Frequently asked questions

What is the acceptance rate at Hofstra University?

Hofstra University has an acceptance rate of 68% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.

What SAT score do I need for Hofstra University?

Admitted students at Hofstra University typically score between 1230 and 1400 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

How much does Hofstra University cost?

The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Hofstra University is approximately $34,176 per year.

What is the graduation rate at Hofstra University?

4-year graduation rate data for Hofstra University is not currently published.

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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.