GRADUATE STUDIES at
HOFSTRA
Hofstra at a glance Over 175 graduate program options 2,990 graduate students
25 miles east of New York City Graduate students represent 37 U.S. states and territories and 42 countries
13:1 student-to-faculty ratio 92% of full-time faculty members hold the highest degree in their fields
Accredited museum, award-winning radio station, and six theaters on campus
Why choose Hofstra for your graduate studies? Thank you for taking the time to consider Hofstra University for your advanced studies. You have many options when looking at graduate schools, and we are confident that you will find the one that meets your needs here. With advanced certificate, master’s, doctoral, and postgraduate programs, Hofstra will help you develop your mind, satisfy your curiosity, and advance your career. At Hofstra, there is no one-size-fits-all curriculum. Each program is tailored to help students succeed in a particular field, whether that means a focus on theory, hands-on practice, or a combination of the two. Your classmates will come from culturally and intellectually diverse backgrounds, and your professors will be leaders in their disciplines. We strive to blend state-of-the-art campus facilities with strong community connections and our proximity to New York City to ensure your success after graduation.
244-acre campus is a nationally recognized arboretum More than 40 graduate student clubs and professional organizations
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Campus amenities include a modern graduate student residence hall, two sports and fitness complexes, and an Olympic-sized swimming pool
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Hofstra is 25 miles east of New York City: incredible companies, culture ... everything! Miles to Hofstra University from: · Boston, MA: 220 · Chicago, IL: 825 · Dallas, TX: 1,580 · Los Angeles, CA: 2,825 · Miami, FL: 1,320 · Washington, D.C.: 250
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Liberal Arts and Sciences
Master’s Programs: • • • • • •
iology, MA, MS B Forensic Linguistics, MA I ndustrial/Organizational Psychology, MA Medical Physics, MS Sustainability, MA Urban Ecology, MA, MS
Doctoral Programs: • A pplied Organizational Psychology, PhD • Clinical Psychology, PhD • School-Community Psychology, PsyD
Did you know? Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences offers three doctoral programs.
• Hofstra’s Clinical Psychology and School-Community Psychology doctoral programs are accredited by the American Psychological Association. • Cutting-edge programs such as medical physics, forensic linguistics, and industrial/organizational psychology are designed to help fill professional needs in growth-targeted fields. • The science research complex includes electron microscopy facilities, newly renovated biology research laboratories, and a state-licensed animal care facility. • Hofstra’s Industrial/Organizational and Applied Organizational Psychology programs place students in yearlong professional internships. RANKED AMONG THE BEST:
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• No. 190 in the nation for best psychology schools (U.S. News & World Report, 2017 edition) • No. 129 in the nation for best clinical psychology for doctorate programs (U.S. News & World Report, 2020 edition)
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Health Professions and Human Services
Master’s Programs: • Athletic Training, MS • Creative Arts Therapy Counseling, MA • Health Administration, MHA • Health Informatics, MS • Health Professions Education, MSEd • Marriage and Family Therapy, MA • Mental Health Counseling, MA • Occupational Therapy, MS • Public Health, MPH • Rehabilitation Counseling, MSEd • Rehabilitation Counseling in Mental Health, MSEd • School Counseling, MSEd • Speech-Language Pathology, MA • Sports Science, MS
Doctoral/Dual-Degree Programs: • D ynamic and practical learning (i.e., interdisciplinary, competency-based study blended with experimental, hands-on practical application; training at our on-campus clinic at the Joan and Arnold Saltzman Community Services Center; and interprofessional activities) is integrated throughout each program. • The School of Health Professions and Human Services programs have received national accreditation and recognition from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech Pathology (CAA), Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE), American Art Therapy Association (AATA), Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). • Hofstra’s programs in audiology, creative arts therapy counseling, marriage and family therapy, mental health counseling, occupational therapy, rehabilitation counseling, school counseling, speech-language pathology, and sports science all lead to licensure and/or certification.
Did you know?
• Addiction and Substance Abuse, Adv. Cert. • Bilingual Extension in Speech-Language Pathology, Adv. Cert. • Foundations of Public Health, Adv. Cert. • Gerontology: Healthy Aging, Adv. Cert. • Interdisciplinary Transition Specialist, Adv. Cert. • Mental Health Counseling, Adv. Cert. • Health Professions Education, Adv. Cert. • Rehabilitation Administration, PD • Rehabilitation Counseling, Adv. Cert. • Rehabilitation Counseling in Mental Health, Adv. Cert. • Teachers of Students with SpeechLanguage Disabilities, Adv. Cert.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of health care occupations is projected to grow 16% from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations. Health care occupations are projected to add more jobs than any other occupational groups.
• Global opportunities for study and experiential learning are available to students through collaboration with faculty on research and presentations at professional conferences. • Hofstra’s honor societies, clubs, and student memberships offer vibrant cocurricular experiences for networking and professional development. 6
• Doctor of Audiology, AuD • Doctor of Medicine/Master of Public Health, MD/MPH • Juris Doctor/Master of Public Health, JD/MPH
Advanced Certificates and Professional Diplomas:
RANKED AMONG THE BEST: • No. 27 in the nation for graduate programs in rehabilitation counseling (U.S. News & World Report, 2019 edition) • Hofstra is a member of the Consortium of Universities for Global Health.
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Communication
Master of Arts (MA) programs include: • Journalism 4 Optional specializations in Sports and Entertainment Journalism and Community and Investigative Journalism • Public Relations 4 In-Person Program: Optional concentration in Marketing 4 Online Program: Specialization in Reputation and Crisis Management
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Did you know?
• Hofstra has one of the largest noncommercial broadcast studios in the northeastern United States; it includes video control rooms, editing suites, and professional soundstages.
Hofstra’s new online MA in Public Relations is among the first of its kind to have a particular emphasis on reputation and crisis management.
• WRHU-88.7 FM, Radio Hofstra University, is Hofstra’s 24/7, fully digital radio station.
• The NewsHub is a state-of-the-art newsroom and collaborative space containing Avid nonlinear digital editing software, iNews and NewsCutter, and the latest information management and handling tools.
• Classes in The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication are taught by internationally recognized scholars, published authors, and industry leaders, including Emmy Award winners, Fulbright scholars, and recipients of grants from the Scripps Howard Foundation and the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC).
RANKED AMONG THE BEST: • WRHU-88.7 FM was named college station of the year by the National Association of Broadcasters in the prestigious Marconi Awards Competition in 2019. • WRHU-88.7 FM was named noncommercial radio station of the year by the National Association of Broadcasters Marconi Awards Competition in 2014, 2017, and 2019. • WRHU-88.7 FM ranked No. 13 for best college radio station in the nation (Princeton Review, 2020 edition) • WRHU-88.7 FM has served as the flagship station of the NHL’s New York Islanders since 2010 – the only college radio station in the nation with exclusive broadcast rights for a professional sports franchise. • WRHU-88.7 FM was named the nation’s best college radio station in 2018, 2019, and 2020 (BestColleges.com, 2020).
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Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science in Education (MSEd), and Advanced Certificate programs include:
Education
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Applied Behavior Analysis Business Education Early Childhood and Elementary Education Educational Leadership 4K-12 4Higher Education Family and Consumer Sciences Education Fine Arts Education Gifted Education Health Education Literacy Studies Middle Childhood Extensions Music Education Physical Education
• Secondary Education 4English 4Foreign Language 4Mathematics 4Science 4Social Studies • Special Education 4Early Childhood 4Elementary 4Secondary • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) and Bilingual Education
Doctoral programs in: • Educational and Policy Leadership (K-12 or Higher Education), EdD • Learning and Teaching, EdD • Literacy Studies, EdD, PhD
Did you know? Hofstra’s passing rate for the edTPA has been over 92% for the last three years.
• The Office of Educational Support Services and Office of Field Placement are critical resources for education students, providing comprehensive support for teacher certification and coordination of all clinical experiences, including student teaching. • The Reading/Writing Learning Clinic is a practical site serving both graduate students and local communities. • Faculty in special education have received over $3.75 million in grant funding from the U.S. Department of Education to support student scholarships. • Our students have the opportunity to engage in unique research and training opportunities at the Joan and Arnold Saltzman Community Services Center, a multidisciplinary facility at Hofstra that provides low-cost, cutting-edge therapies to the public.
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RANKED AMONG THE BEST: • No. 154 for best graduate education (U.S. News & World Report, 2022 edition) • No. 72 in the nation for online graduate education programs (U.S. News & World Report, 2022 Best Online Programs)
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Master of Science (MS), Master of Business Administration (MBA), and Advanced Certificate programs include:
Business
• H ofstra’s Frank G. Zarb School of Business boasts “Best Business School” rankings from U.S. News & World Report, Forbes magazine, The Princeton Review, and Poets & Quants. • T he Martin B. Greenberg Trading Room is one of the most high-tech academic facilities in the country, equipped with 34 industry-standard Bloomberg terminals (with professional certification available to students). • T he Frank G. Zarb School of Business is home to three prestigious research centers: the Center for International Financial Services and Markets, the Wilbur F. Breslin Center for Real Estate Studies, and the Cybersecurity Innovation and Research Center. • H ofstra’s online MBA program is a flexible cohort option for experienced professionals that can be completed in as little as 16 months. • D esigned for experienced professionals, the Executive MBA can be completed in just 11 months through an efficient combination of online courses and select on-site classes on Saturdays. • S tudents may study part-time or full-time, with many evening and online course options.
• Accounting* • Business Analytics • Business Operations and Healthcare Analytics • Business Leadership • Cybersecurity • Finance* • Financial Management • Health Services Management • Information Systems
Did you know?
• International Business • Investments • Investment Management • Management • Marketing • Professional Accountancy • Social Media Marketing • Sports and Entertainment Management • Taxation *Online programs can be completed in 16 months, depending on course load and prerequisites.
Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) Juris Doctor /Master of Business Administration (JD/MBA) New York City Master of Business Administration (MBA) Online Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The Frank G. Zarb School of Business is among an elite group of business schools in the world to hold dual accreditation in business and accounting by AACSB International – The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
• H ofstra’s ideaHUb is an interactive collaborative laboratory for students interested in entrepreneurship. • T he Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship provides students with valuable mentorship and training from accomplished entrepreneurs. • T he new Leo A. Guthart Hall for Innovation and Discovery is equipped with a behavioral science/marketing research lab; an enhanced startup business incubator; multiple areas for student independent and collaborative study; and administrative, faculty, and student club offices. 12
RANKED AMONG THE BEST: • Listed as one of the Best Business Schools (The Princeton Review, 2021) • Ranked No. 34 in the nation for the best online MBA programs (The Princeton Review, 2021 edition) • Ranked No. 34 globally for Distance/Online MBA (QS World University Ranking, 2021 edition) • Ranked No. 51 in the nation for best online MBA programs (U.S. News & World Report, 2022 Best Online Programs)
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Engineering and Applied Science
Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies
Did you know? Did you know?
• The DeMatteis Co-op Program works with 200 corporate partners to offer students the opportunity to gain real-world experience while completing their degree.
Hofstra is home to 17 laboratories, including a highly advanced 3D printer lab and a Big Data lab.
• Students in the Computer Science MS program customize their schedules to take classes most relevant to their interests.
• There are three on-campus centers dedicated to engineering and applied science research, including one that focuses on entrepreneurship in computing.
• Students in the Engineering Management MS and the Cybersecurity MS programs take courses offered by the Frank G. Zarb School of Business and the Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science. • Flexible schedules are available online, hybrid, or on campus.
Master of Science (MS) in Computer Science with optional specializations in: • Web Engineering • Networking and Security
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Master of Science (MS) in Cybersecurity with a concentration in technology Master of Science (MS) in Data Science Master of Science (MS) in Engineering Management
The Physician Assistant Studies program has earned national rankings in U.S. News & World Report.
• S tudents in the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies benefit from Hofstra’s relationship with Northwell Health, New York state’s largest health care provider and private employer. • Hofstra’s Master of Science in Nursing programs scan be completed part-time in three years. • The Clinical Skills Center and Bioskills Education Center are two of many experiential learning settings that provide opportunities for hands-on simulation, developing communication and physical diagnosis skills, surgical skills instruction/assessment, and more. • The Physician Assistant Studies program is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, which is required for certification.
Master’s programs:
• Cardiovascular Sciences and Perfusion Medicine, MS • Major in Nursing, Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, MS • Major in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, MS • Major in Nursing, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, MS • Physician Assistant Studies, BS/MS, MS
Advanced Certificates:
• Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Adv. Cert. • Family Nurse Practitioner, Adv. Cert. • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Adv. Cert. • Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA), Adv. Cert.
Doctorate:
• Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP), DNP • Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), DNP • Family Nurse Practitioner, DNP • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, DNP
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