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Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat does a liberal arts education mean or me?At Hostra, your liberal arts courses and major program requireme
are completed simultaneously, to encourage you to synthesize the
knowledge you gain rom both. You will master oral and written
communication skills and learn to think critically about the world
around you. Hostra graduates emerge as lielong learners.
Does Hostra have an Honors College?Yes! Students invited to the Honors College complete additionalassignments and courses while working closely with proessors.
Students in all majors are considered or the Honors College and a
notifed o admission several weeks ater regular admission to Ho
Are there also graduate programs?Hostra University oers more than 150 distinguished graduate de
oerings and more than 100 dual degree (undergraduate/graduat
options in the Frank G. Zarb School o Business; the School o Edu
Health and Human Services; the School o Communication; and th
Hostra College o Liberal Arts and Sciences. For more inormationvisit hostra.edu/graduate.
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Why ChooseHostra University?Hostra has a commitment to diversity and regards international
students as vital members o our student body. Hostra providesoutstanding aculty, a wealth o cultural and internship opportun
in nearby New York City, extensive academic resources, and aci
that are among the best in the United States.
Heres what you can experience at Hostr Learn from accomplished faculty members (we have 1,165),
including Fulbright winners, elite scientists, and recipients o
Guggenheim Fellowships. Ninety-three percent o ull-time ac
hold the highest degrees in their respective felds.
Work with advanced tools and equipment, including one o tonly Bloomberg simulated trading rooms in the US, proession
TV and flm production studios, advanced laboratories, and a
with 1.2 million print volumes that provides 24/7 online access
more than 49,000 ull-text journals and 47,000 electronic book
Choose your future. There are about 140 undergraduate prog
options in liberal arts and sciences, business, communication,
education, engineering, health and human services, law, and
honors studies.
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The Northeast region o the United States covers a relatively small
area but is densely populated, with more than 53.5 million people.
The state o New York is home to the countrys largest and most
well-known cityNew York City, population 8 million. New York City
is an international center or commerce, entertainment, publishing,
ashion, and research. Hostras shuttle buses provide ree transportatio
to local train stations, with easy access to New York City.
Hostras campus is a nationally accredited arboretum and museum,
with park-like grounds and ivy covered buildings. The climate is
aected by all our seasonal changes, with moderate winters. In the
spring, Hostra celebrates its Dutch heritage with thousands o tulips
in the campus gardens. The campus also eatures a bird sanctuary, a
observatory, and three art galleries. Amenities on campus include an
Olympic-size indoor swimming pool, ftness center, grocery, and ull-
service bank. Many students live on campus in our 37 residence halls
Benefts o Hostras Location Hofstra offers the opportunity to live and learn on our beautiful,
97-hectare campus, with easy access to the academic, cultural,
and career opportunities o New York City, only 40 kilometers
away. The proximity to the city attracts students rom more than
60 countries as well as proessors, scholars, artists, and politicians
rom around the world.
Long Island is home to white-sand beaches, parks, and many
cultural activities.
A diverse mix of cultural, social, athletic, and recreational
activities delivers the ull college experience.
Hostras Home:
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u Ready to learn more about Hostra?Were happy to answer any questions you may have.Contact us by mail, phone, or email:
International Admission OfceHofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-1000 USAPhone: 516 463 6700 Email: [email protected] Web: hofstra.edu
Hostra by the numbers, 20112012: Undergraduate students: 6,636
Graduate students: 2,845
Cultural events per year: more than 500
Number of international students: 673
Student clubs and organizations: 203
Undergraduate majors and programs: about 140
Residence Halls: 37 Average undergraduate class size: 21
Campus dining facilities and restaurants: 20
Theaters on campus: 6
Undergraduate tuition and fees (academic year): $34,150
Residence Hall: $8,150 per academic year
(high-rise, double room; includes unlimited laundry access)
Dining Plan: $3,500 per academic year (level C plan)
Some un acts about Hostra: Hofstra will host the U.S. presidential debate on October 16,2012, becoming one o only two schools to host back-to-back
debates (Barack Obama and John McCain debated here in 2008).
Hofstra offers more than 100 dual degree programs, saving you
time as you earn both an undergraduate and graduate degree.
The Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine will accept
60 new students in 2012 into its innovative curriculum that
emphasizes translation o knowledge and understanding into
eective action.
Top seven majors internationalstudents choose1. Business
2. Biology
3. Engineering Science
4. English
5. Health Science
6. Psychology
7. Mathematics
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3 years 21/2 years 2 years 18 months 12 months 6 months
Research programs o interest on the Hostra website at hostra.edu. Learn about the
courses, aculty, and student organizations that will make your experience a rich one.
Sit or the TOEFL or IELTS exam i your frst language is
not English. English speakers should take the SAT or ACT,
which is also required or scholarship consideration.
Apply using the Hostra Online
Application or Common Application
available at hostra.edu/apply.
Submit the fnancial documentationneeded or an F-1 student visa.
(Bank letter or statement.)
Secure your seat atHostra by sending
in your enrollment
deposit.
Enrollment
Hostra University oers academic, merit-
based scholarships to international students.
To be considered, you must submit SAT or ACT
scores with your application. All students are
automatically considered or scholarshipsyou
do not need to apply.
There is no minimum score or consideration,although the average Hostra student has an
SAT score o 1171 (out o 1600) or an ACT
composite score o 25.
Some resources to consider or fnancial aid:
Family funds
Aid from your country
Loans
International organizations
Assistantships, fellowships, or internships
Funding Your
Education
Student Timeline:The ollowing graph is a recommendation o the various activities you should complete as yo
move toward enrollment at Hostra University (beginning with three years beore you enroll)
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Resources to Help You through theCollege Search and Application Process
All o these agencies and resources
are dedicated to helping international
students.
Learn about international admission
at Hostra University.
hostra.edu/international
Institute o International Education
is a nonproft organization that oers
services to all students, as well
as inormation about unding or
non-U.S. students. iie.org
EducationUSA promotes higher
education in the United States with
support rom the U.S. government
and has ofces around the worl
educationUSA.ino
Regional Education Advising
Coordinators counsel internatio
students about programs in the
United States.
educationUSA.ino/centers.ph
The U.S. Department o State
maintains extensive inormation
about obtaining a visa on its
website. travel.state.gov/visa
U.S. embassies are a great resou
or anyone wanting inormation
study abroad and visa requirem
usembassy.gov
ampus visits are great, but i a trip
New York isnt possible right now,
you can see our campus online
rough videos and photos. Scan this
code with your smartphone, or go
directly to www.hofstra.edu/see.
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With an average class size o 21 students and a student to aculty
ratio o only 14 to 1, Hostra students are well supported both in and
out o the classroom. Every Hostra student has dedicated academic
and aculty advisers, in addition to access to tutors and many othersupport services. The Ofce o Orientation and Ofce o Student
Leadership and Activities, as well as Hostras Saltzman Community
Services Center, are also available or all students. Campus Security
ofcers ensure saety at Hostra, but can provide students with easy
directions to their classes as well. The Career Center oers dozens
o programs designed to help students develop interviewing skills,
ocus their job search, and obtain competitive internships. Hostra
students are regularly awarded prestigious grants, ellowships,
and assistantships.
Hostra Universitys Ofce o Multicultural and International StudentPrograms concentrates on all aspects o international student lie.
The sta assists students with immigration counseling and travel
requirements, and can also help with applications or optional practica
training, curricular training, economic work necessity, program
extensions, international student insurance, and visa renewals.
For questions, contact the Ofce o Multicultural and International
Student Programs at [email protected] or 516 463 6976.
More inormation is available online at hostra.edu/omisp.
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