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WELCOME TO HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY. Hofstra University has a longstanding tradition of welcoming international students. International students attending Hofstra enjoy all the benefits of the American system of higher education in a selective and private campus community that values diversity and promotes cross-cultural understanding. Undergraduate students from 81 countries are currently enrolled at Hofstra. In addition to the many opportunities available on Hofstra’s campus, students have easy access to the educational, cultural, media, internship, and career opportunities of nearby New York City. Students take advantage of its many museums, Broadway shows, concerts, and other recreational activities. Hofstra’s suburban campus, located on Long Island, is near two major airports (John F. Kennedy International Airport and LaGuardia Airport) and is serviced by numerous public transportation options. As a Hofstra student, you will be a member of a diverse community of students and scholars. We invite you to learn more about the possibilities and opportunities that await you at Hofstra University.
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ADMITTED STUDENTS must reserve their place at Hofstra University.
Ready to enroll? Please submit the following materials to enroll at Hofstra University: y Enrollment Form, U.S. $250 enrollment deposit, and orientation fee (U.S. $300 for students entering in September; U.S. $125 for students entering in January), all of which may be completed at my.hofstra.edu. y New Student Housing Application and U.S. $300 housing deposit. This may be completed online at my.hofstra.edu. For students entering in September, this deposit is due May 1. For students entering in January, this deposit is due December 15. y Final Official Transcripts y Immunization forms. Complete your medical record on the Hofstra portal at my.hofstra.edu.
Register for International Orientation at my.hofstra.edu.
Important: You must complete the steps below to enter the United States of America.
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WE ARE HAPPY TO OFFER YOU ADMISSION TO HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY. Included in this packet is the Form I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Students), an official document that certifies that you have been admitted to Hofstra University. You will use the Form I-20 to apply for the F-1 visa and to enter the United States. To obtain your visa, there are additional steps you must take. These steps should be completed in the order listed below.
1. Check the accuracy of all documents. Double-check your Form I-20 to be certain that all names are spelled consistently and correctly and that dates are accurate.
2. Sign and date the Form I-20. A Designated School Official (DSO) of Hofstra University has signed your Form I-20. By adding your signature, you agree to follow all laws and regulations pertaining to your student visa. Read through the Form I-20 carefully to know your rights and responsibilities. If you are under the age of 18, your parent or legal guardian needs to sign.
3. Pay the I-901 SEVIS fee of U.S. $350. All prospective F and M students are required to pay the I-901 Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) fee before the U.S. Department of State issues you a visa. To access the form and pay the I-901 SEVIS fee, visit FMJfee.com. Note: Paying this fee confirms which college or university you plan to attend, so you must choose where you plan to enroll and pay the fee using that school’s Form I-20 only. Print your SEVIS fee receipt for your own records. You must also bring the receipt to your visa interview.
4. Contact your local U.S. Embassy/Consulate. It is your responsibility to contact your local U.S. Embassy or Consulate to set up a visa interview. Visit usembassy.gov to find interview sites, contact information, and specific directions on how to proceed.
Note: Steps 5-8 vary by country. 5. Obtain an official photo for your visa. Visit travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/passports/photos/photos.html for information about the photo requirements for your visa application.
6. File the Form DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application). Visit ceac.state.gov/genniv to complete this application. Please read the instructions carefully and make note of the “common errors” listed. It is important that you visit the U.S. Embassy or Consulate webpage for your nation before completing this application, as there may be specific instructions. (Also, depending on reciprocity agreements, you may be required to pay a visa application fee. You may also need to pay the nonimmigrant visa fee of U.S. $160.) For a list of frequently asked questions about Form DS-160, visit ceac.state.gov/genniv and click the blue FAQs button in the top right corner.
7. Make an appointment for a visa interview. Visit evisaforms.state.gov to complete this application. Contact your local U.S. Embassy or Consulate. You should schedule this interview as soon as possible, as there may be a long waiting list. Although you may interview immediately, please note that your visa cannot be issued until 120 days prior to the start date listed on your Form I-20.
8. Prepare for your visa interview. It is the job of the interviewer (an immigration official) to determine what your plans are during your time in the United States and what you intend to do after graduation. The interviewer is most interested in your proficiency in English, ability to pay for your studies, and “compelling ties” to your home country (that is, evidence that you will return home after your studies are finished). What to bring to your interview: • Your Form I-20 from Hofstra University • Original copies of all financial documents (which should not be older than 60 days) • Official acceptance letter from Hofstra University (included in this packet) • Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application (Form DS-160) confirmation page • Receipt of application fee payment, if you are required to pay before your interview • Receipt from SEVIS fee payment •P assport should be valid at least six months from the date you plan to arrive in the U.S. We recommend you renew your passport if it is valid less than one year from your planned arrival date. • Evidence of “compelling ties.” These could include letters of employment from your parents, the title or deed from your family home, etc. • Additional documentation may be necessary. Please contact your local U.S. Consulate or Embassy. Other important reminders: • To hold your place in Hofstra University’s class, you must submit your enrollment deposit along with your orientation fee at my.hofstra.edu. This process may also be completed by mail by returning the enclosed enrollment form. • Your housing application may also be submitted at my.hofstra.edu. For more information about living on-campus, visit hofstra.edu/reslife. • You are not permitted to enter the United States on your student visa any sooner than 30 days from the start date listed on your Form I-20. •B ook your airline tickets to arrive in time for International Student Orientation. Attendance at orientation is mandatory and is part of maintaining your lawful status in the United States. You will continue to receive information regarding orientation, course registration, and other exciting news during the next few months. Please be sure that the Office of Admission has your most current email address on file, as all future correspondence will be sent via email. If you have any questions, please always feel free to email us at InternationalAdmission@hofstra.edu.
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ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES*
New Students Entering 2020-2021 Academic Year: Estimated 2021-2022 rates will be available March 1, 2021. Rates typically increase an average of 4.5%.
Full-Time Tuition and Fees: U.S. $49,410 Health and Accident Insurance: U.S. $2,214 Residence Hall: U.S. $11,528 (high-rise, double room; includes unlimited laundry access) Dining Plan: U.S. $4,880 (level 5 plan; visit hofstra.edu/dining for all available dining plans) Other Expenses:** Books and supplies average U.S. $1,000; personal/transportation expenses average U.S. $2,050 Students entering in September (fall) will receive an eBill during the summer that can be accessed though the portal at my.hofstra.edu. Students entering in January (spring) will receive an eBill after registration that can be accessed though the portal at my.hofstra.edu. This eBill will accurately reflect any changes in our tuition and fees. *This list provides basic information and is not a complete list of fees. For the full tuition and fee schedule, visit hofstra.edu/tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to change at any time. Individual student costs may vary, depending upon the housing option and dining plan selected. ** T hese costs are not billed to students by the University; rather, they are out-of-pocket expenses that students are likely to incur. These costs do not include travel expenses and airfare.
PAYMENT DUE DATES Spring (January) 2021 payment is due Tuesday, January 5, 2021. Fall (September) 2021 payment is due Monday, August 2, 2021 January 2022 Intersession payment is due Monday, December 6, 2021. Spring (January) 2022 payment is due Wednesday, January 5, 2022.
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TRANSFER FUNDS Tuition, residence hall, dining, and related fees may be paid electronically. Hofstra University has partnered with Flywire to offer an innovative and streamlined way to transfer international tuition payments. Flywire’s mission is to save students and their families money that would otherwise be lost on bank fees and unfavorable foreign exchange rates. With Flywire, you are offered excellent foreign exchange rates, allowing you to pay in your home currency (in most cases) and save a significant amount of money, as compared to traditional banks. In addition, the posting of the payment into your Hofstra University account will be faster, and you can receive email and text updates on your payment’s status. Please go to flywire.com/pay/hofstra to get started.
STUDENT EMPLOYMENT If you are attending Hofstra as an F-1 student, you are eligible to work on campus for up to 20 hours per week. For more information on obtaining student employment at Hofstra, please visit hofstra.edu/iemployment.
HEALTH AND ACCIDENT INSURANCE For the duration of your stay in the United States as an international student, you must have health and accident insurance. The Hofstra insurance policy is mandatory for all international students. You may choose to take out an additional policy through your own insurance company, but keep in mind that you must also be covered by the Hofstra policy. All international students at Hofstra, both residential and commuting, are billed for health and accident insurance. The fee for international health and accident insurance is approximately U.S. $2,214 per year. For more information on health and accident insurance at Hofstra, please visit hofstra.edu/internationalinsurance.
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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT AFFAIRS International Student Affairs offers educational, social, and cultural programming for the international student community. International Student Affairs is a central resource for international students; a goal of the office is to help students feel comfortable at Hofstra and in New York. The office advises students on immigration regulations and procedures, helps students with their transition to the United States, and provides social programs for students to engage with both U.S. students and other international students. For more information about the services of International Student Affairs, please visit hofstra.edu/isa. Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/HofstraISA.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION All new international students (F-1 and J-1 students) are required to attend International Student Orientation, held during the last week of August (for students beginning classes in the fall semester) and during the last week of January (for students beginning classes in the spring semester). This program will prepare you for study in the United States and for your role as a new member of the Hofstra University community. During International Student Orientation, you will attend workshops that focus on how to succeed academically, your safety at Hofstra, housing options, careers, how to get involved in campus life, and much more. You will also take the English Language Placement Assessment and meet with your advising dean. Tours will be provided – so you can learn how to get around campus and to different areas in New York City and on Long Island. Finally, you will meet with representatives from your specific academic program. After International Student Orientation, you and all new Hofstra students will be formally welcomed to our campus community. As we get closer to your arrival date, you will receive specific information about International Student Orientation, but you can always visit hofstra.edu/internationalorientation for program details. International students are encouraged to attend New Student Orientation, a program designed to aid all new students in adjusting to life at Hofstra. Students can choose to attend one of the eight sessions, offered from June through the beginning of August. However, due to travel challenges and immigration procedures, we realize it may not be possible for you to attend New Student Orientation. If you are an international student and you are interested in attending New Student Orientation during the summer, please contact international@hofstra.edu to review the immigration requirements and to register for New Student Orientation. For more information, please visit hofstra.edu/summerorientation. For more information on how to prepare for your arrival, please visit hofstra.edu/prearrival.
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PREPROFESSIONAL ADVISING For students interested in pursuing a career in law or the health professions, advising deans and preprofessional advisors can help students plan course schedules, select complementary cocurricular experiences, and prepare graduate school applications.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT While you are enjoying your time at Hofstra and in the United States, Hofstra offers many academic support services, including the Writing Center, Academic Success Programs, and Undergraduate Tutorial Program. To learn more about our academic support services, visit hofstra.edu/academicsupport. If you have not yet mastered speaking and writing English at the college level, Hofstra will be happy to assist you. Please visit hofstra.edu/isa to learn about services for international students who have English language concerns.
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CENTER FOR UNIVERSITY ADVISING
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Hofstra University recognizes the critical role of academic advising as part of a successful undergraduate education. The Center for University Advising supports students in the pursuit of their educational goals by assisting them in making informed academic decisions. Students are assigned to an advising dean, who serves as their general academic advisor from orientation through graduation. Advising deans help students with:
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After selecting a major, students also work closely with a faculty advisor in that academic department.
At Hofstra, students can rely on both their advising dean and their faculty advisor to collaboratively support their academic endeavors. For more information about the Center for University Advising, visit hofstra.edu/advising.
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STUDENT LIFE WEATHER
Hofstra is a vibrant campus that offers many opportunities for students to get involved, including hundreds of social, academic, and cultural events each year; more than 220 student clubs and organizations; and 21 competitive NCAA Division I athletic programs. There are also nearly 15 student clubs on campus with specific international and/or multicultural themes. To explore the opportunities available at Hofstra, visit hofstra.edu/studentaffairs and hofstra.campuslabs.com/engage.
The temperature varies from a high of 32 degrees Celsius (90 F) during July and August to a low of minus 2 degrees Celsius (28 F) in January and February.
DINING At Hofstra University, we foster a sense of community and strive to create a home-away-from-home experience by providing the highest-quality food services while you pursue your educational goals. Students who have submitted the tuition deposit can complete the Dining Plan Contract by logging in to the Hofstra portal at my.hofstra.edu. First-year residential students must choose a Level 5, 6, or 7 dining plan, and we recommend that all students select a plan that best suits their individual needs. Please visit hofstra.edu/dining for more information about dining plans and our 18 on-campus eateries.
LIVING AT HOFSTRA At Hofstra, we believe living on campus is an integral part of the collegiate experience. Hofstra’s 35 residence halls offer a variety of living options. Single, double, triple, and quad rooms are available, as well as suites, which include two bedrooms with a private bath and living room, that accommodate four or five roommates. Every room is furnished with a desk, built-in lamp, desk chair, bed, dresser, and wardrobe/closet. A resident assistant is assigned to each floor. Resident assistants are Hofstra students selected based on their outstanding leadership qualities. For more information, visit hofstra.edu/reslife. To complete the housing application, visit my.hofstra.edu. 8
THE UNIVERSITY
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4 Location: Hempstead, Long Island, 25 miles/ 40 kilometers east of New York City. Long Island Rail Road stops less than two miles/ four kilometers from campus; John F. Kennedy International Airport and LaGuardia Airport are within 30 minutes. 4 Founding Date: 1935 4 President: Stuart Rabinowitz, JD 4 Character: A private, nonsectarian, coeducational university 4 Accessibility: Hofstra is 100% program accessible to persons with disabilities. 4 Alumni: More than 141,000
4 Colleges and Schools: • Academic Health Sciences Center AVERAGE HIGH SCHOOL GPA ........... 3.7 - Donald and Barbara Zucker School of AVERAGE SAT*......1246 Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell - Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing AVERAGE ACT........... 27 and Physician Assistant Studies * Average highest test score is based on highest scores from the SAT and - School of Health Professions and highest ACT score converted to SAT equivalent. This allows us to consider Human Services your best test score possible when • Frank G. Zarb School of Business reviewing your application. •F red DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science • Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences - Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs - School of Education - School of Humanities, Fine and Performing Arts - School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics • Honors College • The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication • Maurice A. Deane School of Law • Hofstra University Continuing Education
BY THE NUMBERS 4 18 Eateries on campus 4 21 Average undergraduate class size 4 21 NCAA Division I sports 4 26 Local and national fraternities and sororities 4 35 Miles in the broadcast range of WRHU-88.7 FM, Radio Hofstra University 4 35 Residence halls 4 165 Undergraduate program options 4 175 Graduate program options 4 220+ Student clubs and organizations 4 1,245 Faculty members 4 6,498 Undergraduate enrollment 4 10,804 Total University enrollment, including graduate, School of Law, and School of Medicine 4 300,000 E-journals and e-books, plus more than 800,000 print volumes in the Hofstra libraries
HOFSTRA … only 25 miles/40 kilometers east of New York City.
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4 F aculty: There are 1,245 faculty members, of whom 485 are full-time. Ninety-two (92)% of full-time faculty hold the highest degree in their fields. 4 Degrees: Bachelor’s degrees are offered in 165 program options. Graduate degrees, including the PhD, EdD, PsyD, AuD, JD, MD, advanced certificates, and professional diplomas, are offered in 175 program options. 4 Accreditations: 29 academic, 33 total 4 C lass Size: Average undergraduate class size is 21 students. Student-faculty ratio is 13-to-1.
STUDENTS 4 S tudent Body: Undergraduate enrollment is 6,498. Total University enrollment, including graduate, School of Law, and School of Medicine, is 10,804. Undergraduate male-female ratio is 45-to-55. 4 U.S. States/Countries: Undergraduate students come from 48 U.S. states and territories and 78 countries. Over 50% of first-year students are from out of New York state. 4 Academic Level of Undergraduate Student Body: Hofstra is a selective institution seeking to enroll those students who demonstrate the academic ability, intellectual curiosity, and motivation to succeed and contribute to the campus community.
Hofstra’s suburban campus is located in Hempstead, New York. On a clear day, you can see the New York City skyline from the top floor of our Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library. Take a virtual tour of Hofstra or schedule a campus visit at hofstra.edu/visit. We recommend that you visit our campus during the fall (September) or spring (February) semester so that you can experience our campus while classes are in session. There are many hotels conveniently located near the Hofstra University campus. For local hotel information, please visit hofstra.edu/hotels.
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Jones Beach State Park - 10 miles
Long Beach - 10 miles
Times Square - 25 miles
Eisenhower Park - 1.5 miles
JFK International Airport - 14 miles
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CONTACT US: Office of International Admission 100 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-1000 UNDERGRADUATE:
InternationalAdmission@hofstra.edu 516-463-6700
GRADUATE:
GraduateInternational@hofstra.edu 516-463-4723
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS (Area Code +1 516)
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Alumni Affairs
463-6636
Center for University Advising
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English Language Program
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Graduate Admission
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International Student Affairs
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International Student Orientation
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Parent and Family Programs
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Public Safety
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Residence Life
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Student Financial Services
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Student Health and Counseling Center
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Undergraduate Admission
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Nondiscrimination Policy: Hofstra University is committed to extending equal opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status (characteristics collectively referred to as “Protected Characteristic”) in employment and in the conduct and operation of Hofstra University’s educational programs and activities, including admissions, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs. This statement of nondiscrimination is in compliance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act, the Age Discrimination Act, and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations relating to nondiscrimination (“Equal Opportunity Laws”). The Equal Rights and Opportunity Officer is the University’s official responsible for coordinating its overall adherence to Equal Opportunity Laws. Questions or concerns regarding any of these laws, other aspects of Hofstra’s Nondiscrimination Policy, or regarding Title IX as it relates to reports against employees or other nonstudents, should be directed to the Equal Rights and Opportunity Officer, who also serves as the Title IX Officer for Employee Matters, at HumanResources@hofstra.edu, 516-463-6859, 205 Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY 11549. Studentrelated questions or concerns regarding Title IX should be directed to the Title IX Officer for Student Issues at StudentTitleIX@hofstra.edu, 516-463-5841, 127 Wellness & Campus Living Center, Hempstead, NY 11549. For additional contacts and related policies and resources, see hofstra.edu/eoe. Campus Crime Reporting and Fire Safety Statistics: In compliance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and other federal law, detailed information on campus security and fire safety, including statistics, is available by accessing the Hofstra website at hofstra.edu/campussafetyreport or by contacting the Advisory Committee on Campus Safety. Crime statistics are also available at the U.S. Department of Education website at ope.ed.gov/security. The Advisory Committee on Campus Safety will provide upon request all campus crime and fire safety statistics as reported to the U.S. Department of Education. For additional information or a paper copy of the report, please call the Department of Public Safety at 516-463-6606. Hofstra University Harassment Policy: Hofstra’s prohibition against discrimination is also addressed in Hofstra’s Harassment Policy. The Harassment Policy prohibits harassment – including sexual harassment and sexual violence – based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status. Hofstra University is committed to professional and interpersonal respect ensuring that no individuals are subjected to harassment or discriminated against in any way on the basis of any of these protected characteristics. Harassment based on any of these protected characteristics is a form of discrimination prohibited by law and by Hofstra University’s Harassment Policy. The Harassment Policy, which is available online at the link referenced below, contains complaint procedures for resolving complaints of harassment in violation of Hofstra’s Harassment Policy. Harassment policy link: hofstra.edu/harassment
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