CAMPUS LIFE
COMMUNITY
ADVENTURE
OPPORTUNITIES
Life at Hofstra:
More Than a Campus
Campus life isn’t only something you do; it’s who we are. At Hofstra, you’re part of a connected, caring community where every day brings new experiences and real opportunities.
What Makes Life at Hofstra Special
A Place to Belong
Make lasting friendships and find your people whether you live on campus or commute.
Support That’s Always Here
We care about your well-being and success. Whether it’s health, academics, identity, or faith, we’re here for you every step of the way.
Learning Beyond Classrooms
Try new things, join a club, lead a project, or go to events. You’ll grow in ways that shape your future.
Close to Everything
With NYC and Long Island nearby, campus life stretches far beyond campus. Explore it all.
Live, Learn, and Belong
Housing Options
Choose from traditional residence halls, suites, or apartments only steps from your classes, clubs, and friends. Residential staff, secure entry, and 24/7 support create a safe and welcoming environment.
Learn About Residing at Hofstra
Commuter Life
Not living on campus? You’re still at the heart of it all. Commuter students have access to lounges, lockers, events, and a strong support system designed to help you stay connected and thrive.
Hit the Road to Hofstra
Dining Choices
You’ll never go hungry. With more than 15 dining spots, meal plans, coffee shops, and late-night bites, eating on campus is easy and flexible for residents and commuters alike.
Discover Dining at Hofstra
Stay Well
Your well-being matters. Visit Student Health, access counseling and mental health services, and explore wellness workshops, spiritual life, and accessibility resources. We support the whole you: mind, body, and identity.
Inside Student Health
Belong Through Learning
At Hofstra, belonging doesn’t stop at the classroom door. Students find their people and their purpose through hands-on, academic-driven experiences that bring learning to life.
Run your own radio show, or call a live game on WRHU, our award-winning campus radio station.
Perform or produce campus favorites such as Thursday Nite Live, student theater, or jazz ensemble concerts.
Join a business pitch night, marketing competition, or consulting project through the Zarb School and student professional organizations.
Mix majors and passions from science clubs to student publications and academic teams to pre-law societies.
Learn by doing, and make lifelong connections along the way.
Get Involved and Lead
Clubs and Activities
Student life at Hofstra includes more than 200 clubs: cultural, academic, creative, and social. Join something you love, or start something new.
Events and Traditions
Celebrate big moments with pride; from Welcome Week and Fall Fest to movie nights, open mic events, and Pride Court; the campus is always buzzing.
Leadership Opportunities
Whether you’re a first-year student or a senior, there are opportunities to lead. Explore student government, peer mentoring, community service, and leadership development programs that help you grow and give back.
Explore hofstra’s Campus and Community
Arts, Museums, and Galleries
At Hofstra, the arts are everywhere. Explore the Hofstra University Museum of Art, home to global collections and rotating exhibitions. Two on-campus galleries bring thought-provoking art into your daily life.
Love to perform or create? Hofstra’s fine and performing arts scene features concerts, plays, dance showcases, and student-run productions. You’ll find many ways to express yourself and share your voice.
Culture in the Community
Athletics and Recreation
Cheer, Compete, and Stay Active
Get in the game, or cheer from the stands. Hofstra competes in NCAA Division I athletics and offers tons of ways to play and stay healthy.
Explore, join, and compete in club sports.
Push yourself and meet new people on intramural teams.
Work out at our full-service fitness center with cardio, weights, and group classes.
Dive into the Hofstra Swim Center, our Olympic-sized indoor pool.
Try yoga or Zumba, or explore our game lounge and campus recreation activities.
Whether you’re looking to move your body, reduce stress, or build community, you’ll find something here that fits.
Discover What’s Nearby
Take a shuttle to the train and be in Manhattan in under an hour. Catch a Broadway show; intern in the city; visit museums, parks, and historic neighborhoods; or relax on Long Island’s beaches only a few minutes from campus.
Get to Know NYC
Ready to Dive In?
Campus life at Hofstra is yours to shape.
Explore GetInvolvedHU to find clubs and events.
Visit the fitness center for classes, equipment, and recreation.
Tour our residence halls, or talk with a current student.
Connect with student support services to learn how we help you succeed in every area of life.
Come see what life at Hofstra is all about.
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