why choose hofstra

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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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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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