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<p>ok so i went to hofstra and i really liked it. but now i hear it has the most std's in the nation and i hear a lot of bad stuff about it? is this true? ill be honest i want smaller classes and more of a community feel to a school; is this right for me and if not where?</p>

<p>My daughter attends Hofstra as a freshman and loves it. The campus is beautiful. We come from a small town, yet she feels right at home at Hofstra. The school is set up so there is support for new students and the faculty are engaged in their students education.</p>

<p>Okay, I went to Hofstra last year. As a student who lived on campus I am going to tell you exacty how it is. Hempstead is not the best / safest area (especially at night), but it is definitely a college town. There are lots of bars and places that will serve alcohol to underage kids (namely the Stop and Shop Deli next to Taco Bell, McHebes and Boggart's are the most visited places). </p>

<p>If you're looking for STD's - this is your place. Plenty of sex going on, and if you're lucky enough to live in the Nassau / Suffolk complex with the seniors and the frat kids, then you'll get to hear plenty of it too (especially since most of the kids there last year are keeping their rooms this year!!)</p>

<p>As far as academics, however, the education you will get there is hard to beat. If you want small classes, I reccomend chacking out "New College", which is a small division of Hofstra that lets you basically create your own concentration / major. In New College, you have alot more personal contact with the teachers and it makes you feel right at home. However, if you choose the College of Arts and Sciences or another college, don't worry. Most of the teachers are still really caring and I see plenty who have conversations with their students outside of class. </p>

<p>If you are looking for community, then this is also your place, but you should be aware that you have to create your own community. I was lucky enough to live in a suite with an RA, so my roomates and I got to be really close because of it, and we also met alot of really cool people. Whatever you are interested in, however, i'm sure you can find it here. Although Hofstra is not a "big sports" school, the sense of community is definitely there nonetheless. </p>

<p>Beware that almost every food place sells the exact same thing. There is hardly any diversity in the food. The best places to eat are probably the Student Center and the deli at Dutch Treats (the campus grocery store). Bits and Bites in Memorial Hall is also good.</p>

<p>The campus is beautiful and, like I said, there is definitely a sense of community. The only real thing to beware of is the Long Island culture. If you are not from Long Island (I happen to be), it is definitely something you will have to get used to. In all, I think you will be fine. If you liked what you saw, heard, and felt, then go for it. As with every college, there are things to watch out for, but it's a great place and I think you will be absolutely fine.</p>

<p>What do you mean my the "Long Island culture?" My daughter was just accepted for the fall, and we are from Philadelphia.</p>

<p>merlyinphillie, How did your D hear so soon? My son applied EA and has not heard yet.</p>

<p>I'm sorry-I meant she has applied EA I for the fall, and she should be hearing back soon. I was told her application was complete, and she should hear back in a couple of weeks.</p>

<p>Oh, okay. They say that they are rolling, but I would call it more of a modified rolling admission school. I do not think decisions start going out until
around mid- December, if my memory serves me. I knew that they were rolling, so when you said your D was accepted, I thought maybe there was something wrong with my son's app that I was not aware of.</p>

<p>Early Action I applications were due in by Nov. 1, and I believe they send notifications for this first round by Dec. 15. By the way, does anyone know how active the social life is on campus during weekends? Do most kids go home if they live nearby on the weekends?</p>

<p>The "Long Island culture" may not be something you have to worry about or even notice, but i'm from Long Island and I notice it all the time. If you are not used to rich girls who all dress, act, and look the same, then get used to it. If you are not used to guys who are somewhat rude and think they can get away with anything, then get used to that too. Italian American and Jewish American princesses abound, and, if you are like me, you may eventually get sick of that attitude, especially if you end up with one of them as your roomate. This is not NYU where no one has a car - everyone has one, and it's usually a BMW or a Mercedes. To some of them, it matters. Alot of the time it doesn't, but still....Sometimes I would like to see some normal people who drive ten year old Honda Civics or ride the bus.</p>

<p>Also, this is New York, so expect the same behavior as you would get in New York City. Don't expect people to hold the elevator or smile at you when you're walking by. If you don't know them, don't talk to them - oh, and walk fast lest you get hoked at or pushed aside. </p>

<p>I don't want that to scare you away, though. Hofstra's still a great place. It's New York, so diversity abounds and you can always find someone to hang out with. It's not that these people are bad PERSONALLY (I happen to be friends with alot of them!), it's just that some of the things that they do might make you look at things a little differently. Do not, however, let that scare you away from getting to know people. It's just that, for me, the Long Island culture gets a little annoying sometimes.</p>

<p>The sosical life at Hofstra is great. However, don't expect it to come to you - you have to go and find it. Keep in mind that people who live close by don't usually live on campus, so they go home every day. For people who live a little further away (Suffolk County or the city), it varies. In all, about 2/3 of the population goes home on the weekends - but don't let that fool you. The 1/3 who stay lead a pretty exiciting life!</p>

<p>For those who like the nightlife, there is plenty of it. Most party-ers go out to bars or clubs (Boggarts or McHebes are the most popular - the have "Hofstra specials"). Some of the paryt-ers stay in and have their own little room parties (not allowed if you live in Freshman dorms though!!!), which can get a little noisy sometimes.</p>

<p>If you dont drink or party (like me), then there are people who like to go into the city for dinner or a Broadway show (you can get discount tickets if you go with "Entertainment Unlimited" which is a social club at Hofstra). During the daytime, people go into the city to go shopping (mostly window shopping) or just to get away from campus and take a walk or go to a coffeee shop. You may even end up meeting someone famous (many do!)!</p>

<p>On Saturday and Sunday during the day, the campus can get a little quiet (I really liked that, though). Alot of people sleep until noon and then get up and start the day.</p>

<p>MOST IMPORTANT - ROOSEVELT FIELD, THE FIFTH LARGEST MALL IN THE U.S. IS LIKE RIGHT DOWN THE STREET - LITERALLY!!! You will take advantage of that many times during the year I am quite sure!!!</p>

<p>Like I said, you have to find what suits you. I just went to the mall all the time 'cuz I'm not a big Long Island Railroad fan. Also, many kids get jobs and have to work on the weekend - which will also give you something to do. Whatever you want to do, you can do it at Hofstra. You just have to find out how and you're there!</p>

<p>Just a little addidtion:</p>

<p>Be prepared to choose sides - the Red Sox - Yankee rivalry is no joke!</p>

<p>HOfstras amazing I live in a very nice area of long Island but Hempstead yahhh isnt the greatest area...I wet to there day camps a youg kid and I always loved the whole campus nice big campus Hempstead turnpike...i warn u its dangerous to cross...USE THE Indoor bridges especially at night and when its very cold out(hey its heated/ACed) or very hot!</p>

<p>holla back!</p>

<p>Im glad I came and found this thread . Great Info </p>

<p>Well I definately looking transferring into the upcming Fall semester into a good prestigious NYC area school .I currently live In miami and attend there a 4 year University and have about 41 credits and hold a 3.0 GPA , but now I feel I need to study away and one of my dreams has always been to be close to the NYC area , due to the many different things I can experience and learn about in that great city. </p>

<p>My main concern Im looking at Hoftsra but have been hearing from both sides that it is a both good and bad prestigious . That is my main concern nto get the best education as well as have a good college fun experience. I have talked to My rents but they still havent heard or they dont know Hofstra and they just want to know if its a good school . </p>

<p>Anyways should I have any problems in getting admitted there with a GPA of 3.0 , and if so should I apply to the Business school or just apply as Undecided (basically Genral studies) for a greater chance of admissions, asl owould housing be a big problem ???</p>

<p>I was accepted early action with a higher GPA, but Hofstra is known to take people with a GPA lower than what you have. Good luck with your search.</p>

<p>I don't think that as a transfer with a 3.0 you would have anything to worry about. In fact, I know of a student who told me the following: He walked into admissions without an appointment in August, carrying his transcript. He was transferring from a community college in Florida. His family lives in NJ, so he was here for the summer. He was seen by admissions that day, got an on the spot acceptance, and decided to attend (he told me he was starting in 3 weeks-I talked to him the day after he went to admissions). He was even going to get a single room assignment. His gpa from the community college was decent, but still-no essays, apps to fill out in advance, etc. The only question that remained was the number of the credits from the cc they were going to accept. He was going to get his answer to that a few days later, but I don't know the outcome on that.</p>

<p>I have heard that admission for freshmen is getting more competitive, however. There have been some who have posted here, that may have gotten in a couple of years ago, but were rejected for next year.</p>

<p>Northeastmom's story is pretty on point - they have these things called enrollment services days where you don't need anything but yourself and your grades, and they can tell you right then whether or not you'll get in, get housing, and get scholarships, etc.</p>

<p>Although Hofstra is getting more competitive (word around campus is that they want to be Ivy in 20 years or so...that scares me...), it still isn't up to par with the top institutions in the country (as far as acceptance - I'm not talking about academics). The avg GPA is now somewhere around a 3.2 (used to be 3.0), and the SAT range is like 1130 - 1220 (when I last checked in the admissions office bulletin). With the avg GPA being a 3.2, there had to be some below-3.0's in the pool. </p>

<p>It's a school that's comparitively easy to get into but still has great academics and campus life all rolled into one. It's not the most prestigious / famous institution in the world (it has a heavy Long Island population = not so well known outsde of NY), but if you do decide to attend, you'll get a fantastic education and a great social life to boot. At Hofstra, the focus isn't on getting as many A's as possible or on how hard the classes are. Professors are really concerned with whether or not you're learning and engaged with the material. In this way, the school really tries to offer you the best of both worlds.</p>

<p>Hofstra does not have separate committes for each school, so you are not admitted based on your major. In fact, it's as easy as pie to change majors / schools once you're in there. Therefore, there will be no advantage in applying to either one - if you would like to major in business, then go for that because Hofstra has a GREAT business program, highly regarded by the businesses in the NYC / Long Island area because of it's rigor and the wealth of opportunities for real-world applications you have as a student there.</p>

<p>Hosftra vs Adelphi</p>

<p>Which one is better?</p>

<p>If you're just looking to commute to school, either college is fine. But if you want more of a campus life, my opinion is that Hofstra has a more vibrant campus.</p>

<p>Adelphi is really quiet, Hofstra is really loud. merlyinphillie is right - if you want a vibrant campus life, Hofstra is the better school for that. At Adelphi, you don't really hear about things that are going on on campus. It's really a quiet, laid back community (great academics, though!)</p>