The right choice for transfer students by Hofstra University

The right choice

for transfer students

What are you looking for in a university? Approximately 140 undergraduate program options At Hofstra, you can choose from a broad and ever-increasing range of undergraduate program options. For a complete list of majors, please see page 6.

Outstanding faculty You’ll find nationally recognized scholars on the Hofstra faculty – among them, Guggenheim Fellows and Fulbright scholars. And at Hofstra, all our courses are taught by faculty members – not graduate students.

Ideal location Located just 25 miles east of New York City, Hofstra encourages all students to take advantage of the many cultural and internship opportunities offered by one of the world’s greatest cities, and enjoy all that Long Island has to offer.

An inspiring campus Hofstra’s lush, 240-acre campus is a nationally recognized arboretum, with thousands of trees and flowers, and approximately 70 outdoor sculptures. And the Hofstra campus is 100 percent program accessible to persons with disabilities.

State-of-the-art technology Hofstra is on the leading edge technologically, offering new and technology-enhanced teaching facilities, 24/7 access to computers, wireless access in every building and many outdoor spaces on campus, and a full range of support services.

Extraordinary extracurriculars With hundreds of academic, cultural and social events presented on campus each year, 200 student clubs and organizations, and 17 NCAA Division I athletic programs, Hofstra offers something for everyone.

Superior academic resources The libraries at Hofstra contain more than 1 million print volumes and offer 24/7 electronic access to more than 125,000 journals and books.

Cutting-edge teaching facilities The Hofstra campus contains 115 buildings, including C.V. Starr Hall, which houses one of the most advanced academic trading rooms in the nation, and The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, which features a state-of-the-art converged newsroom and multimedia classroom.

A proven record of success Through mentoring relationships and the services of The Career Center, Hofstra actively prepares students for successful careers. Upon graduation, you will join a long list of successful alumni, including New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, vascular surgeon Donna Mendes, author Nelson DeMille, and Oscar-winning director Francis Ford Coppola.

Contact the Office of Admission at transferadmission@hofstra.edu or 1-800-Hofstra to find out how easy it is to continue your pursuit of a college education at Hofstra University.

At Hofstra, you’ll find what you’re looking for — and more. A wide range of undergraduate majors, one that’s right for you; small classes that ensure that you’ll have access to our outstanding faculty; technologically advanced facilities; a nationally accredited museum — these are just some of the reasons students transfer to Hofstra. And to ensure that your transfer to Hofstra goes smoothly, our Transfer Center provides help every step of the way.

For information, please visit hofstra.edu/transfer.

Applying to Hofstra as a transfer student How and when do I apply for admission? Candidates for fall and spring admission may complete the Common Application or apply online at hofstra.edu/apply. We encourage you to use the online application process. While you may apply for admission to Hofstra anytime, we recommend that you complete your application and submit your transcripts by March 1 for the fall semester, and by November 1 for the spring semester. Early application is encouraged for students interested in on-campus housing and scholarships.

What are the admission requirements for transfer students? A typical transfer student has a cumulative GPA of 2.30 with 24 earned college credits.

Is there an honors program available? Hofstra University Honors College (HUHC) serves students who perform at the highest academic levels in any undergraduate program or major. The HUHC curriculum is designed to provide a wide-ranging and multidisciplinary intellectual experience while fostering a sense of community and identity among students who share the HUHC experience. Transfer students who have earned 24 college credits with a GPA of 3.5 or higher are invited to join HUHC upon admission. Students who have earned honors credits at a previous institution may apply them toward completion of the Honors College Recognition designation.

What must I provide to the Admission Office in order to make my application complete? You must submit a completed application, application fee, official transcripts from each college attended, high school transcript and SAT/ACT scores (if you have earned fewer than 24 college credits at the time of application).

When will I receive a decision? You should receive an admission decision approximately three to four weeks after your file is deemed complete.

Visit our Transfer Center The best way to know if Hofstra is the right choice for you is to visit the campus. Individual interviews with a Transfer Center counselor are available Monday through Friday. To schedule an interview, call the Office of Undergraduate Admission at 1-800-HOFSTRA. Visit us online at hofstra.edu/transfer.

“ Your credits now go further at Hofstra. We have maximized the ability to use your transfer credits to meet Hofstra degree requirements. More than ever, we are making the transfer experience as seamless as possible.” — Herman Berliner, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs

Transferring Credits

Credit Evaluation

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Which of my credits will transfer to Hofstra? Generally, courses with grades of “C-” or better may be transferred from your current and/or previous colleges. Usually, if the course is comparable to a Hofstra course, you will receive credit. Please review the information on the following page for details. Can I receive a preliminary credit evaluation before I apply? Yes. You can meet with a counselor in the Transfer Center to receive a preliminary credit evaluation. An advisement dean will then determine the applicability of your transfer credits.

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When will I receive a transfer credit evaluation? All admitted students receive a preliminary credit evaluation in the mail three or four weeks after they are accepted to the University. An official credit evaluation is mailed to you only after ALL final official transcripts – including current semester grades – are received by the Admission Office. How do I know which credits will apply to my degree at Hofstra? You may make an appointment with a counselor in the Transfer Center before or upon admission, or you may meet with an advisement dean to determine the applicability of transfer credits. Transfer credits may or may not apply to your chosen major at Hofstra, especially if you are changing majors.

Hofstra is the only private university on Long Island to qualify for a chapter of The Phi Beta Kappa Society, the oldest, most respected undergraduate honors organization in the country. 4

What you need to know about transfer credits v Articulation agreements and

plans of study are available online at hofstra.edu/transfer.

v A Credit Evaluation Guide is

available for students transferring from our top 20 feeder colleges. Visit hofstra.edu/creditevaluation.

v A course description and/or

syllabus may be required from the student before proceeding with an official credit evaluation.

v A minimum of 124 credits are

required for a bachelor’s degree, with some exceptions.

v A minimum of 30 credits in

residence are required. Residency requirements may vary by major.

v A maximum of 9 credits of “D”

and “D+” grades may be transferred to Hofstra, providing the student has a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 at the institution where the “D” or “D+” grades were received and the student has earned a minimum of 30 credits at that institution.

v A maximum of 64 credits from

a two-year college may be transferred to Hofstra, with the following exceptions: 65 credits for business majors; 69 credits for engineering majors. Students transferring from Nassau Community College may apply up to 67 credits to their degree if majoring in education.

v First-year seminars, nursing,

internships/co-ops, independent studies, certificate programs, paralegal, remedial courses, and office technology (e.g., secretarial procedures) courses are NOT transferable to Hofstra. 5

About 140 undergraduate program options Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences African Studies: B.A. American Studies: B.A. Anthropology: Anthropology: B.A. Anthropology-Archaeology: B.A. Art History: B.A. Asian Studies: B.A. Biochemistry: B.S. Biology: Biology: B.A.; B.S. Biology – Cell & Molecular Biology: B.A.; B.S. Biology – Ecology & Evolution: B.A.; B.S. Biology – Marine Biology: B.A.; B.S. Chemistry: B.A.; B.S. Chinese: B.A. Chinese Studies: B.A. Classics: B.A. Comparative Literature and Languages: B.A. Criminology: B.A. Dance: B.A. Drama: B.A. Economics: Business Economics: B.S. Economics: B.A.; B.A./M.B.A.;* B.S./M.B.A.* Mathematical Business Economics: B.S.; B.S./M.B.A.;* B.S./Finance: M.S.* Mathematical Economics: B.A.; B.A./M.B.A.* English: English – Creative Writing & Literature: B.A. English – English & American Literature; B.A./M.A.* English – Publishing Studies & Literature: B.A. Environmental Resources: B.S. Fine Arts: Fine Arts – Ceramics: B.A.; B.S. Fine Arts – Design: B.A.; B.S. Fine Arts – Painting: B.A.; B.S. Fine Arts – Photography: B.A.; B.S. Fine Arts – Sculpture/Jewelry: B.A.; B.S. Forensic Science: B.S. French: B.A. Geography: B.A. Geology: B.A.; B.S. German: B.A. Global Studies: B.A. Hebrew: B.A. History: B.A. Hofstra University 4+4 Combined Bachelor’s and M.D. Program: B.A./M.D.;* B.S./M.D.* Individually Designed Major: B.A. Italian: B.A. Jewish Studies: B.A. Labor Studies: B.A.; B.A./Business Administration: M.B.A.* Latin: B.A. Latin American & Caribbean Studies: B.A. Legal Education Accelerated Program (LEAP): B.A./J.D.* Liberal Arts: B.A. Linguistics: B.A. Mathematics: Computer Science and Mathematics (dual): B.S. Mathematics: B.A.; B.S.; B.A./M.B.A.;* B.S./M.B.A.;* B.A./Business Administration: M.B.A.;* B.A./Finance: M.S.;* B.S./Business Administration: M.B.A.;* B.S./Finance: M.B.A.;* B.S./Finance: M.S.* Mathematics – Actuarial Science: B.S. Mathematics – Applied Mathematics: B.S. Mathematics – Chemistry: B.S. Mathematics – Computer Science: B.S. Mathematics – Engineering: B.S. Mathematics – Physics: B.S. Music: Music: B.A. Music – History/Literature: B.S. Music – Jazz & Commercial Music: B.S. Music – Music Merchandising: B.S. Music – Performance: B.S. Music – Theory & Composition: B.S. Philosophy: B.A.; B.S.

Physics: Applied Physics: B.S. Physics: B.A.; B.S. Political Science: B.A. Pre-Health (Pre-Medical) Studies with a concentration in Humanities or Social Sciences: B.A. Pre-Medical Studies: B.S. Pre-Professional Programs: Pre-Chiropractic Pre-Dental Pre-Law Pre-Nursing Pre-Optometry Pre-Osteopathy Pre-Podiatry Pre-Veterinary Psychology: B.A.; B.A./Rehabilitation Counseling: M.S.;* B.A./Secondary Special Education Generalist: M.S.Ed.* Religion: B.A. Religion with Language Option: B.A. Russian: B.A. Sociology: B.A. Spanish: B.A. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math) (with dual major in Elementary Education): B.A./M.A.* Sustainability Studies: B.A.; B.S. Theater Arts: Theater Arts – Performance Sequence: B.F.A. Theater Arts – Production Sequence: B.F.A. Urban Ecology: B.A.; B.S.; B.A./M.A.;* B.S./M.S.* Women’s Studies: B.A.

Secondary Education: Dance Education: B.S.Ed. Fine Arts Education: B.S.Ed. Music Education: B.S.Ed. Secondary Education (with dual major in a liberal arts discipline): English Education: B.A. Foreign Language Education – French: B.A. Foreign Language Education – German: B.A. Foreign Language Education – Italian: B.A. Foreign Language Education – Russian: B.A. Foreign Language Education – Spanish: B.A. Mathematics Education: B.A. Science Education – Biology: B.A. Science Education – Chemistry: B.A. Science Education – Earth Science: B.A. Science Education – Physics: B.A. Social Studies Education: B.A.

School of Engineering and applied science

Entrance to Hofstra University Honors College is by invitation only and occurs after a student’s acceptance to the University.

Computer Engineering: Computer Engineering: B.S. Computer Engineering – Concentration in Leadership & Innovation in Computing (CLIC): B.S. Computer Engineering – Option in Leadership & Innovation in Computing (OLIC): B.S. Computer Science: B.A.; B.S.; B.A./M.S.;* B.S./M.S.* Computer Science & Mathematics (dual): B.S. Engineering: Electrical Engineering: B.S. Engineering Science – Biomedical: B.A.; B.E. Engineering Science – Civil: B.E. Engineering Science – Production & Manufacturing: B.A. Industrial Engineering: B.S. Mechanical Engineering: B.S.

Frank G. Zarb School of Business

School of HEalth sciences and human services

Accounting: B.B.A.; B.B.A./M.B.A.;* B.B.A./M.S.;* B.B.A./Taxation: M.S.* Entrepreneurship: B.B.A.; B.B.A./M.B.A.;* B.B.A./Human Resources Management: M.S.* Finance: B.B.A.; B.B.A./M.B.A.* Information Technology: B.B.A.; B.B.A./M.B.A.* International Business: B.B.A.; B.B.A./M.B.A.* Legal Studies in Business: B.B.A.; B.B.A./M.B.A.* Management: B.B.A.; B.B.A./M.B.A.;* B.B.A./Business Education: M.S.Ed.;* B.B.A./Human Resources Management: M.S.* Marketing: B.B.A.; B.B.A./M.B.A.;* B.B.A./M.S.;* B.B.A./Marketing Research: M.S.* Supply Chain Management: B.B.A.; B.B.A./M.B.A.*

Community Health: B.S. Health Science: B.S. Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences: B.A.; B.A./Speech-Language Pathology: M.A.*

Hofstra University Honors College

THE LAWRENCE HERBERT School of Communication Film Studies and Production: B.A. Journalism: B.A.; B.A./M.A.* Mass Media Studies: B.A. Public Relations: B.A. Radio Production and Studies: B.A. Rhetorical Studies: Rhetorical Studies – Political Communication: B.A. Rhetorical Studies – Communication, Culture, and Social Action: B.A. Video/Television: B.A.; B.S. Video/Television & Business: B.S. Video/Television & Film: B.S.

School of Education Early Childhood and Childhood Education (with dual major in a liberal arts discipline): B.A. Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2) (with dual major in a liberal arts discipline): B.A. Elementary Education (Grades 1-6) (with dual major in a liberal arts discipline): B.A. Health Professions and Kinesiology: Athletic Training: B.S. Exercise Science: B.S. Health Education: B.S. Physical Education: B.S.Ed.; B.S./Health and physical Education: M.S.*

*A dual degree program allows the student to earn both degrees in less time than if each degree is pursued separately. Hofstra University offers more than 100 dual degree programs, many of them in the Zarb School of Business. Learn more at hofstra.edu/dual.

Part-time studies at Hofstra Hofstra’s part-time students enjoy nearly the same range of academic options as full-time students. Plus, to accommodate the needs of those attending classes in the evening, the Center for University Advisement, The Career Center, and other administrative offices offer extended hours – which enables you to make appointments in the evening or on the weekend. Also, nearly all of Hofstra’s facilities, from the Mack Student Center and Student Counseling Services to Student Computing Services, Axinn Library and the Mack Fitness Center, are open evenings and weekends. Your HofstraCard entitles you to access all that’s available on the Hofstra campus.

Part-time evening studies at Hofstra Frank G. Zarb School of Business

Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

• Accounting • Entrepreneurship • Finance • Information Technology • International Business • Legal Studies in Business • Management • Marketing

• English • History • Liberal Arts • Political Science • Psychology

School of Engineering and Applied Science • Computer Science

Recognized Excellence 22 academic accreditations, including: • Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools • A ACSB International – The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business: All Business and Accounting programs, with a special accreditation in Accounting • Teacher Education Accreditation Council (TEAC): Teacher Education programs and Educational Leadership programs • Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (ACEJMC): Undergraduate Journalism programs • E ngineering Accreditation Commission of Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET): Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Science programs

• American Chemical Society (ACS): Chemistry and Biochemistry programs • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE): B.S. in Athletic Training program

Nonacademic accreditations: • American Alliance of Museums (AAM): Lowe Gallery/Hofstra University Museum • National Association for the Education of Young Children National Academy of Early Childhood Programs (NAEYC): Diane Lindner-Goldberg Child Care Institute, Joan and Arnold Saltzman Community Services Center

Residential Programs Hofstra’s Office of Residential Programs offers a variety of comfortable living environments designed to meet the diverse needs of more than 3,800 resident students. Six of the 37 residence halls are high-rises, for instance, while two (Liberty and Republic) are low-rises with traditional corridor-style configurations. Four other halls contain suite-style arrangements. Each hall is staffed by resident directors and resident assistants. Our primary goal is to provide students with a safe and comfortable living/learning environment. To ensure the safety of students and guests, residence hall access is limited to students carrying valid HofstraCards, and the University installed a five-part, campus-wide emergency alert system. Students can live at Hofstra year-round and will find the campus is its own community, with 18 dining facilities, a hair and nail salon, post office and full-service bank branch. For information, please visit hofstra.edu/resprograms.

“I have lived on campus my entire college career because of the convenience and comfort it provides. I always have friends nearby, and there is always an event happening.” – Peyton Fletcher Major: Marketing Class of 2014 8

Financial Aid and Scholarships

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How can I be considered for an academic scholarship? You will be considered for an academic scholarship based on the information you supply on your admission application. Qualified full-time applicants may receive up to $15,000 per year. However, please note that scholarship awards, which are limited, vary from semester to semester. Students are encouraged to apply early for full consideration. Part-time scholarships are available for students registered for at least six credits per semester. Visit hofstra.edu/transferscholarship for more information.

Does Hofstra award need-based financial aid? Yes. When completing the FAFSA online at fafsa.gov, be sure to indicate Hofstra’s federal code: 002732. As long as your FAFSA is on file, Hofstra’s Office of Financial Aid will determine whether you are eligible for “need-based” financial aid such as student loans, parent Plus loans, TAP, Pell grants, and federal work-study.

Does Hofstra award a Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) scholarship? Yes. If you are a full-time student and member of PTK, and have 60 accepted transfer credits with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher, you can be considered for one of our $2,500 PTK awards. A letter of recommendation from the PTK coordinator at your college must be received by Hofstra’s Office of Admission by May 1. This scholarship is offered in the fall semester only and is competitive, with a limited number awarded annually.

For information, please visit hofstra.edu/financialaid.

Preparing for Your Future Career Hofstra’s Career Center encourages students to start preparing for their careers from their first day on campus and continues to provide career resources long after graduation. Through The Career Center, you’ll have access to representatives from hundreds of organizations who visit campus each year. Plus The Career Center offers a wide range of resource materials, workshops, and services that allow you to explore, select and pursue a meaningful career.

Workshops Recent Career Center workshops have included: “Resumes That Rock,” “Interview to Impress,” “Introduction to Internships,” “GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT Review,” and “The How-Tos of Interviews.”

Career counseling and advisement The Career Center’s professional staff provides individual career counseling and planning and can help you clarify your career direction. Plus we can help you refine your job search strategies; prepare your resume, cover letters and thank-you letters; develop a portfolio; and polish your skills through videotaped “mock interviews.” All these services are available to Hofstra students and alumni.

Employment-based services • On-campus recruiting programs • Electronic resume referral to prospective employers • Job and internship fairs • Annual Career Week

Hofstra at a Glance Founding Date 1935 Geographic Profile of Undergraduate Students U.S. states and territories: 46 Countries: 50 10

Academic Profile Undergraduate program options: About 140 Full-time faculty holding highest degree: 93 percent Student-to-faculty ratio: 14-to-1 Average undergraduate class size: 21

Facilities and Resources Library holdings: more than 1 million print volumes plus 24/7 electronic access to more than 125,000 journals and books Residence halls: 37 Student clubs and organizations: 200

Visit Hofstra Fall and Spring Information Sessions and Tours

The Career Center resource library At The Career Center resource library, you can check continuously updated listings of internships and part-time and full-time jobs; consult literature and videos for hundreds of organizations; browse through periodicals for a wide variety of careers; and peruse reference materials on job search strategies and potential careers, as well as employer and professional organization directories.

For information, please visit hofstra.edu/career.

Dining 18 eateries on campus Theaters Six on-campus theaters

From September through mid-May, during the fall and spring semesters, information sessions are scheduled Monday through Friday at 10:15 a.m. and 2 p.m. If you prefer to visit on a weekend, sessions are generally held on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. and select Sundays at 10 a.m. Each session is followed by a guided campus tour. All sessions and tours begin at the Office of Undergraduate Admission in Bernon Hall, South Campus.

Summer Information Sessions and Tours From mid-May through August, information sessions are offered Monday through Thursday at 10:15 a.m. and 2 p.m. and on Friday at 10:15 a.m. and 1 p.m. Each session is followed by a guided campus tour. There are a limited number of Saturday and Sunday information sessions.

Hofstra Up Close During the fall and spring semesters, Hofstra Up Close offers an insider’s look at student life at Hofstra. This program allows you to attend classes, share a meal with a current student at one of our dining facilities, and see for yourself what our students and alumni mean by “Hofstra Pride.”

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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 46619:8/13

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 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 or other aspects of Hofstra’s Equal Opportunity Statement should be directed to the Equal Rights and Opportunity Officer at EROO@hofstra.edu, 516-463-7310, C/O Office of Legal Affairs and General Counsel, 101 Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY 11549. For additional contacts and related 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, an annual campus safety report which contains 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 United States Department of Education. For additional information or a paper copy of the report, please call the Department of Public Safety at 516-463-6606.

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