Hofstra University
Hempstead, New York · Private
Hofstra University admitted 73% of 21,771 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1260–1390 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 67% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Hofstra University
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Application deadlines
Hofstra University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 15, 2026
- Early action II
- December 15, 2026
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $70 ($75 for international applicants), and Hofstra University accepts the Common App fee waiver. Hofstra University asks for the Common App personal essay, one teacher recommendation, and a midyear report from your school.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Hofstra University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Hofstra University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
190 students were offered a spot on the waitlist, 92 took it, and 22 were admitted from it.
What admissions weighs
How Hofstra University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- Class rank
- GPA
- Essay
- Recommendations
Important
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
Considered
- Test scores
- First generation
- Where you live
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Legacy
- State residency
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.80 GPA. 24% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $76,220 a year. After grants, students paid $35,687 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Hofstra University’s acceptance rate?
Hofstra University admitted 73% of applicants: 15,821 of 21,771 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Hofstra University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 15, 2026, early action II is due December 15, 2026, and regular admission is rolling. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Hofstra University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1260 to 1390, with a median around 1320. A score at or above 1320 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Hofstra University’s application fee?
The application fee is $70 ($75 for international applicants) for 2026–27, and Hofstra University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does Hofstra University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Hofstra University asks for the Common App personal essay, one teacher recommendation, and a midyear report from your school.
Does Hofstra University have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, Hofstra University asks 1 question of its own on top of the main essay (optional. one essay, up to 500 words). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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