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See yourself @Hofstra

Where classes are small and dreams are big. Where barriers are broken and pathways are paved. Your impact on the world starts here.

The opportunity you deserve.

From the instant you set foot on campus to the moment you receive your degree, the experiences you have and the ideas you generate will guide your strides toward tomorrow.

The variety you want.

At Hofstra, you can tailor your learning to your interests and aspirations, through our extensive course catalog and integrated study offerings.

The experience you need.

Real-world experience is the difference that employers are looking for. With our accredited degree programs and our internship opportunities here in New York, you’ll be well prepared for success in your field.

Diversity on Campus

At Hofstra, we foster a diverse community of faculty, students, and staff that is welcoming and encouraging to all.

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Special Interest Tours

United States—New York

• Department of Chemistry Special Interest Tour Monday, April 15 at 10:00 AM Hempstead, NY
• Department of Forensic Science Special Interest Tour Monday, April 15 at 10:00 AM Hempstead, NY
• Hofstra Northwell School of Physician Assistant Studies Special Interest Tour Monday, April 15 at 10:00 AM Hempstead, NY
• School of Health Professions and Human Services Special Interest Tour Monday, April 15 at 10:00 AM Hempstead, NY
• Department of Dance Special Interest Tour Monday, April 15 at 2:00 PM Hempstead, NY
• Department of Drama Special Interest Tour Monday, April 15 at 2:00 PM Hempstead, NY
• Department of Music Special Interest Tour Monday, April 15 at 2:00 PM Hempstead, NY
• Frank G. Zarb School of Business - Special Interest Tour Monday, April 15 at 2:00 PM Hempstead, NY
• Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science - Special Interest Tour Monday, April 15 at 2:00 PM Hempstead, NY
• Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing Special Interest Tour Monday, April 15 at 2:00 PM Hempstead, NY
• School of Education Special Interest Tour Monday, April 15 at 2:00 PM Hempstead, NY
• The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication - Special Interest Tour Monday, April 15 at 2:00 PM Hempstead, NY

Hofstra Law

In-Person or Virtually

Situated on hofstra university's 244-acre campus.

Hofstra Law is located on Hofstra University's main campus, which provides a rich and vibrant community for students studying the law.

In-Person Tour

Take a 20-30 minute guided tour of the Law School building. Tours meet at the Office of Enrollment Management, located across the street from the Law School, off California Avenue, in Joan Axinn Hall.

Schedule an In-Person Tour

Virtual Tour

What's the best way to experience Hofstra Law? Visit our campus and take a look around. Want to see more right now? Check out our guided virtual tour, along with campus videos, 360-degree photo tours, and more.

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Our Location

Hofstra University is located on Long Island in Hempstead, New York, about 25 miles east of New York City, less than an hour away by train or automobile.

Graduate Residence Hall

Hofstra offers graduate on-campus housing. The Graduate Residence Hall is home to Hofstra's law, medical, and graduate students. The five-story building offers suite style living, with multiple bedrooms, shared common spaces, kitchenettes, and bathrooms.

• Visit Hofstra

In-Person or Virtually

Explore our Admitted Student Events

When you visit Hofstra University, our staff, student volunteers, and faculty will welcome you with Hofstra Pride and answer all your questions. Experience the Hofstra campus in a way that's right for you! Information sessions and tours are available six days a week.

Virtual Tour

Can’t make it to campus? Visit our virtual tour and see what makes the Hofstra campus so special.

Visit Opportunities

Want to know more about Hofstra? VISIT CAMPUS, ATTEND VIRTUAL PROGRAMS, AND FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA @HofstraU!

If you are traveling from outside the New York metro area, and don’t see a date and time that works for your on-campus visit, please contact us at 516-463-6700 or  [email protected] .

In-Person Visit Experiences

Come see Hofstra for yourself.

Spring Open House

Join us on Sunday, May 7, as we invite high school sophomores, juniors, and their families to attend an in-person, guided campus tour to learn about admission to Hofstra, meet current students, explore the campus, tour our residence halls, and discover all the academic and extracurricular opportunities Hofstra has to offer.

Tour times are at 9:30 a.m. , 11 a.m. , 12:30 p.m. , and 2 p.m.

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

Special Academic Interest Tours

On select days, we offer specialty tours that allow you to explore academic spaces more in depth. Choose from the options below:

• Wednesday, April 12 at 2 p.m. EDT
• Thursday, April 20 at 2 p.m. EDT

Communications

• Tuesday, April 11 at 2 p.m. EDT
• Wednesday, April 19 at 2 p.m. EDT

Health Professions and Human Services

Physician Assistant Studies

Off-Campus Receptions

Hofstra University cordially invites you to attend a reception designed exclusively for high school juniors. Learn more about academics, student life, and more as you meet members of the Hofstra community. We look forward to discussing all the exciting opportunities that await you at Hofstra!

Philadelphia Junior Reception

• Wednesday, April 12, at 4:30 p.m. EDT

In-Person Information Session and Campus Tour

Meet an admission counselor, learn more about the admission process at Hofstra, and take a guided walking tour of campus led by one of our Hofstra Pride Guides.

Reservations are required; please book early.  Please note, at the present time, residence halls will be shown during your visit. 

Monday-Friday at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday at 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., during the summer.

SCHEDULE YOUR GUIDED TOUR

Special Interest Tours

On select days, we offer specialty tours that allow you to explore academic spaces more in depth.

Virtual Experiences

Experience Hofstra from anywhere in the world.

Virtual Workshops

To make your college search a little easier, we offer you and your family a series of virtual workshops. Sessions offered include:

Admission Workshops

Building Your College List Thursday, May 18 at 4 p.m. EDT

• Thursday, May 11 at 6 p.m. EDT

Why Hofstra? Admission, Financial Aid, and Return on Investment

• Sunday, May 7, at 1 p.m. EDT

Virtual Student Panel

• Monday, May 8 at 6 p.m. EDT

ZeeMee Events

• Speed Friending Thursday, May 25 at 6 p.m. EDT

Virtual Academic Overviews

During these sessions, you will hear from representatives about the undergraduate majors and programs offered within each Hofstra school. Sessions are scheduled Monday through Thursday during the week of May 8.

DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science Academic Overview

Frank G. Zarb School of Business Overview

• Tuesday, May 9 at 6 p.m. EDT

Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Overview

Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing Overview

The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication Overview

School of Education Overview

• Wednesday, May 10 at 6 p.m. EDT

School of Health Professions and Human Services Overview

Virtual Parent Events

Hofstra University cordially invites you to attend our virtual sessions exclusively for the parents of prospective students. We look forward to showing you all the exciting opportunities that await your student!

Virtual Campus Tour

• Friday, May 12 at 12 p.m. EDT

Virtual Group Information Session and Tour

Visit Hofstra from wherever you are in the world! Your visit will begin with a virtual information session and an introduction to academic life at Hofstra. Next, you'll take a virtual campus tour with one of our Pride Guides (student tour guides). During the virtual tour, you will have the opportunity to experience Hofstra’s Student Center, a residence hall, and many of the academic facilities available to undergraduate students. Combined, this visit will help you discover if Hofstra is a place you can call home.

SCHEDULE YOUR VIRTUAL GROUP INFORMATION SESSION AND TOUR

Can’t make it to campus? Take a virtual tour from wherever you are in the world and see what makes the Hofstra campus so special.

Take a Virtual Tour

Our virtual campus tour is also available in  Mandarin  and  Spanish .

Exclusive Visit Experiences

Tailored programming for prospective transfer students, international students, and graduate students.

Exclusive Transfer Student Programming

We are here to help you complete your undergraduate degree and serve as a launchpad to your next endeavor, whether that is getting your dream job, heading to graduate school, or anything else you can imagine! Attend the transfer event that fits where you are in the transfer process. Choose from one of these great options to continue your journey to Hofstra.

Find My Transfer Event

Exclusive International Virtual Programming

Virtual events for international students.

Get better acquainted with Hofstra. Our International Admission counselors are hosting virtual office hours via Zoom to answer any questions you have about Hofstra, while live international student webinars are available monthly. Check for upcoming date.

Graduate Student Events

Graduate open houses.

Meet with program directors and admission staff, get information on scholarship and grant opportunities, and apply or register at one of these convenient events.

School of Business Info Sessions

Hear directly from the Zarb School of Business on the advantages of our flexible 36-credit MBA, and available concentrations and delivery options, such as the Online MBA, Executive MBA (EMBA), or hybrid New York City MBA, as well as eight MS program specializations. Find the Zarb graduate program that's right for you.

Other Information Sessions

See if there’s an information session coming up for your area of interest.

Best of Both Worlds

Campus life. City lights. Have it all.

Cheerleading

The Hofstra Cheerleading program is a nationally recognized co-ed squad. The squad promotes school spirit for the University's athletic teams, such as the men's and women's basketball teams. Cheer performances are also requested at University festivals and admission events. See when tryouts will be held .

An audition is required for the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Dance. Additionally, students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Dance will audition for placement in technique classes, and to determine Activity Grant awards. Get more information .

The Hofstra University Dance Team is an exciting and competitive collegiate dance team that performs at University athletic events as well as other events held on and off campus.   See when tryouts will be held .

A portfolio review is required for students interested in the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Production. Additionally, students interesting in pursuing a BFA in Performance or Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Theater Arts will audition to determine initial offerings of Activity Grants to first-year students.   Get more information .

All students wishing to declare a major in  Music Performance, Music Merchandising, Music Education, Music Theory/Composition, Jazz and Commercial Music, or Music History/Literature   must audition for acceptance into these programs .  Get more information .

Our graduates are ready. Focused on the future. Prepared. Learn more about how Hofstra helped them get there.

Meet the Class of '24

Small classes. Big opportunities.

At Hofstra, you're more than just a face in the crowd. You're part of the Pride, and you'll get your chance to roar.

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Come and See Hofstra for Yourself!

Meet an admission counselor, learn more about the admission process at Hofstra, and take a guided walking tour of campus led by one of our Hofstra Pride Guides.

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Your Goals. Your Programs.

With more than 160 undergraduate programs and more than 200 graduate programs, all taught in small classes, Hofstra has the areas of study you're looking for, the resources and experiences you need, and the faculty that brings it all together for you.

Undergraduate

Hofstra Headlines

Hofstra Gala to Honor David S. Mack

W-spice connects first-year students with stem leaders, "firing line" brings balanced debate to hofstra, hofstra’s online graduate programs score high rankings, hofstra launches doctor of physical therapy program, part of the pride.

Meet some of the students, innovators, and creative thinkers who made Hofstra the start of something special.

Ronja Physics and Mathematics "I was drawn to Hofstra’s low faculty-to-student ratio, small class sizes, and the promise of research opportunities."

Zjhari Civil Engineering "One of the most important things that I got from Hofstra was a new cultural experience."

Julie Finance "I have made my best friends at Hofstra."

Meet More Hofstra Students

Hofstra at a Glance

13:1 Student-Faculty Ratio

97% of full-time, first-year students awarded financial aid

100K Student hours devoted to community service each year

*all info as of fall 2022 semester

LEARN MORE ABOUT HOFSTRA

Our generous donors help fund scholarships that let Hofstra students explore their passions and achieve their dreams.

SEE WAYS TO GIVE

Read Hofstra News

• A Diamond Anniversary for the Hofstra University Museum of Art
• Engineering Students Awarded Scholarships
• An Astrophysics Career Inspired by “Legally Blonde”

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Watch Hofstra Videos

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Experience Hofstra Events

Upcoming Events

Hofstra offers something for everyone. Choose an option to explore further.

PROSPECTIVE STUDENT

Your next step is a big one. Let us help you make the right choice.

No matter where you’ve landed, you’ll always be connected.

Hofstra pride runs deep. Our NCAA Division I sports program gives everyone something to cheer for.

CURRENT STUDENT

Whatever your background, your culture, or your walk of life, Hofstra is a place where you’re accepted, valued, and supported.

Hofstra professors are leading scholars and excellent teachers – including award winners, grant recipients, and noted authors.

PARENT AND FAMILY

Your student chose Hofstra. Now you’re a part of the Pride.

Living near the Hofstra campus definitely has its perks. See what’s waiting for you.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Hofstra offers a wide array of positions for administrators, faculty, and staff.

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Tominaga Wins a Pair of 3-Point Titles

Nebraska senior Keisei Tominaga started his Final Four weekend with a flourish, winning a pair of events at the State Farm College Slam Dunk & 3-Point Championships Thursday evening in Phoenix.

Tominaga won the Hanes Originals Soft Touch Men’s 3-Point Championship before capping the night with a win in the Skechers Battle of the Champions in a matchup of the men’s and women’s 3-point champions.

🐐🐐🐐  pic.twitter.com/9q1mfsxJxy — Nebraska Men's Basketball (@HuskerMBB) April 5, 2024

In the Battle of the Champions. Tominaga defeated Indiana’s Sara Scalia. 20-16. Tominaga hit eight in a row at one point before closing the round by hitting five of his last six shots, including a pair of money balls, to earn the title.

🏆 Hanes Men’s 3-Point Championship 🏆 Skechers Battle of the Champions @KeiseiTominaga is so dang fun. #Nebrasketball pic.twitter.com/Hlw7thXDfU — Robin Washut (@RobinWashut) April 5, 2024

Tominaga put on a show in the men’s shootout, posting scores of 25, 24 and 19 over three rounds enroute to the crown. The All-Big Ten guard led all competitors with 25 points in the first round, as he hit at least four shots from each of the five spots. He closed by hitting 10 of his last 11 shots, including a tribute to Stephen Curry waiting to beat the buzzer and turning around before the shot went in to close a 25-point effort.

KEISEI TOMINAGA HIT THE STEPH TURNAROUND THREE IN THE 3-PT CONTEST 🔥😅 pic.twitter.com/SjdDlDNbxX — SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) April 5, 2024

Tominaga showed his flair for the dramatics in the semifinal against Ohio State’s Jamison Battle, hitting the money ball on the final shot of the rack to prevail 24-23 to advance to the finals. After a slow start where he missed his first three shots, Tominaga hit the final two shots of the first rack before going 17-of-20 over the final four racks. Tominaga trailed 23-22 as Battle had a chance to earn a berth in the finals but missed the money ball while Tominaga hit his final shot to move into the finals. 

HE DID IT AGAIN.  pic.twitter.com/G9N1nKum76 — Nebraska Men's Basketball (@HuskerMBB) April 5, 2024

In the finals against Tyler Thomas of Hofstra, Tominaga got off to a quick start, as he connected on 10-of-11 in one stretch before clinching the victory by hitting three straight shots in the final rack for a 19-17 victory. In all, Tominaga hit 16 of 25 shots, including three money balls, in the final.

UNDISPUTED. 👑 @KeiseiTominaga is your 2024 College Three-Point Champion. pic.twitter.com/PdEBV1VilV — Nebraska Men's Basketball (@HuskerMBB) April 5, 2024

Tominaga will be in action on Friday afternoon, as part of the  Reese's NABC All-Star Game. Tipoff for that event is at 5:30 p.m. (central) and it will be televised live on the CBS Sports Network.

Hanes Originals Soft Touch Men’s 3-Point Championship First Round Keisei Tominaga, Nebraska: 25 Jamison Battle, Ohio State: 23 Tyler Thomas, Hofstra: 20 Boo Buie, Northwestern: 19 (Advanced based on tiebreaker) Antonio Reeves, Kentucky: 19 Boogie Ellis, USC: 17 Jack Gohlke, Oakland: 16 Quincy Olivari, Xavier: 14   Second Round Tyler Thomas, Hofstra: 26 Keisei Tominaga, Nebraska: 24 Jamison Battle, Ohio State: 23 Boo Buie, Northwestern: 22   Final Round Keisei Tominaga, Nebraska: 19 Tyler Thomas, Hofstra: 17    Skechers Battle of the Champions Keisei Tominaga, Nebraska: 20 Sara Scalia, Indiana: 16

• High School Visits and College Fairs

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Take a Guided Virtual Tour

What's the best way to experience Hofstra? Visit our campus and take a look around. Want to see more right now? Check out our guided virtual tour, along with campus videos, 360-degree photo tours, and more.

Explore your virtual tour using any desktop, tablet, or mobile browser. If you have a virtual reality viewer (like Google Cardboard), you can visit our suburban New York campus using Virtual Reality.

Get Virtual

Dive into your virtual tour at Hofstra in three easy steps.

Download the YouVisit VR Showcase app onto your phone.

You can find your virtual tour of Hofstra in the VR Showcase app, available on iOS and Android:

Open the app and place your phone into your mobile VR headset or Google Cardboard. Choose the menu icon (a circle with three dots) and navigate to Education>H>Hofstra University.

Take a look around. See inside our labs, visit the residence halls, and check out the production studios. Discover why Hofstra is the right choice for you.

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