Hofstra University's published cost of attendance is $70,624. Net price by income band reveals how financial aid reshapes that headline figure: low-income families pay approximately $28,219, middle-income families pay around $33,450, and higher-income families pay approximately $37,348.
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
| Cost Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price) | $70,624 |
| Tuition and Fees | $57,660 |
| Room and Board | $18,082 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$36,448 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $34,176 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $28,219 |
| $30–48k | $31,387 |
| $48–75k | $33,450 |
| $75–110k | $36,769 |
| $110k+ | $37,348 |
Hofstra University's published cost of attendance is $70,624. Net price by income band reveals how financial aid reshapes that headline figure: low-income families pay approximately $28,219, middle-income families pay around $33,450, and higher-income families pay approximately $37,348. Azimuth ranks Hofstra University #1322 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. Hofstra participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Families apply for need-based aid using the FAFSA and CSS Profile. The institution's aid structure combines need-based and merit components, with work-study available as part of aid packages for qualifying students. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $23,621, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $56,149; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the Parent PLUS risk framework for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $72,921, median federal debt of $23,621 projects to a monthly payment of about $267 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
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How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Hofstra University earn median 4-year earnings of $72,921, placing Hofstra University in the 74.0 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn at roughly the same level as similar students at comparable institutions, placing Hofstra University in the 56.8 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Hofstra University #447 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Hofstra University's concentration in business and professional fields. Radio, Television, and Digital Communication is the largest program with 106 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $56,990, performing at 1.1x the national benchmark for the field. The Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions program graduates 73 students with median 4-year earnings of $88,238, while Psychology, General delivers median 4-year earnings of $60,448 across 70 graduates. Digital Marketing and Finance round out the top programs, with 4-year earnings of $68,530 and $89,518 respectively. This program mix — anchored in Business — supports consistent outcomes across a broad student population and aligns with strong regional employer demand in the New York metropolitan area.
