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2026-27 cycleHempstead, NY

Hofstra University

Hofstra University is a private non-profit institution located in Hempstead, New York, on Long Island. It offers strong undergraduate and graduate programs across business, communication, law, and health professions, and is notably the only university to host three consecutive U.S. presidential debates.

Acceptance rate

70%

Undergrad enrollment

6,155

Test policy

Test optional

Application fee

$70

Application deadlines

RoundDeadline
Early ActionEarly Action INovember 15, 2026
Early ActionEarly Action IIDecember 15, 2026
Rolling AdmissionRolling Admission Start DateFebruary 1, 2027
TransferFall Transfer PriorityMay 1, 2027

Supplemental essay prompts

No supplemental essays required

Hofstra University does not require school-specific supplemental essays for the 2026-27 cycle. Your personal statement carries the application.

Data gathered August 2026.