by our College Data Analytics TeamLook up the current tuition and fees at Hofstra University, together with how they compare nationally and their recent trend.
For the most recent year on record, tuition and fees at Hofstra University came in at $57,660 each year for undergraduates. There is no residency discount at this school.
Of that total, required fees amounted to $1,115; the rest is tuition itself.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $56,545 |
| Fees | $1,115 |
| Total | $57,660 |
These tuition and fee numbers are for one year of attendance and does not include room and board.
Keep in mind that many students qualify for financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of attending. The amounts above are before any aid.
How much would Hofstra University cost if you attend part time? Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the per-credit figures.
For some context, here is how Hofstra University tuition and fees stack up against other institutions. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In NY | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
Compared to colleges across the country, Hofstra University is relatively pricey.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. See the Hofstra University Financial Aid page to learn more.
Take a look at how tuition at Hofstra University has trended over the last several reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $50,265 |
| Two Years Ago | $52,215 |
| One Year Ago | $54,335 |
| Most Recent Year | $56,545 |
This chart shows the way tuition at Hofstra has shifted across recent years.
In the latest reported year, tuition climbed 4.1%. Carrying the same rate forward one year puts tuition + fees around $60,005 for the coming year.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
See answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional detail.
Over the reported years, tuition and fees grew at an average annual rate of 3.93%, putting next year’s cost near $59,927.
If that pace holds, here is what tuition and fees could look like over the next five years:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $59,927 |
| In 2 Years | $62,283 |
| In 3 Years | $64,732 |
| In 4 Years | $67,277 |
| In 5 Years | $69,922 |
Plan around the full four-year total, not just a single year — at this pace, four years of out-of-state tuition and fees projects to about $254,219.
A tuition number is just one part of the picture — grant aid and scholarships often reduce the actual price families pay.
To learn about financial aid at Hofstra University, head to the Hofstra University Financial Aid page.
