hofstra parents portal

What is Hofstra family Espace?

Family eSpace is a Hofstra-supported, student-authorized online portal designed to inform and engage family members of Hofstra students. Parents and family members can access forms such as the My Information form, where they advise us of their engagement preferences, and the Authorization – Minor Student form for students under the age of 18.

How can I support my Hofstra student as a parent?

There are lots of ways to be an active part of the Pride as a parent or family member. There are plenty of resources to help you as you support your Hofstra student, including information on financial services, academic support, and life on campus. You are members of Hofstra Pride as much as your students.

What is the Hofstra portal and how does it work?

The Hofstra portal is the primary avenue the University uses to communicate with your students. It is available 24/7 so that students can monitor their University records, including financial aid award information.

What is family orientation at Hofstra?

Welcome to Hofstra's Family Orientation! The parents and family members of incoming new students learn about transition to college, academics and campus life through information sessions and interaction with staff and students. Please note that Family Orientation program is separate from New Student Orientation.

What is Hofstra portal?

The Hofstra portal is the primary avenue the University uses to communicate with your students. It is available 24/7 so that students can monitor their University records, including financial aid award information.

How to contact Hofstra for employment?

Student-employment@hofstra.edu. 516-463-6782. Contact the U.S. Department of Education at 1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243) to learn about FAFSA processing and student aid programs.

What is the number to call for Hofstra financial aid?

To learn more, click on the links below, and don't forget – if you have questions or need help or advice, give us a call at 516-463-8000 or contact your student's SFS counselor

How to ensure that your student has a positive experience at Hofstra?

Open communication is the best way to ensure that your student has a positive experience at Hofstra and that their student account is kept current. Refund Schedules and Deadlines. Make sure you are familiar with Hofstra’s schedules and deadlines and know where to find necessary dates. Refund schedule. Deadlines.

When is Hofstra financial aid notification sent?

First-year students are notified of outstanding requirements on their financial aid notification letter (which is mailed beginning March 15 and on a rolling basis thereafter). Continuing students are notified via their Hofstra email account. Missing documentation notifications are sent via email to all students on a monthly basis once they have registered.

Is there a separate application for Hofstra?

There is no separate application for Hofstra scholarships. Students are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships upon the submission of their application. All merit-based scholarship notifications are sent with the student’s acceptance letter.

Does Hofstra have a payment plan?

Hofstra has several financial aid alternatives, including an interest-free payment plan . Students and families are able to divide their total outstanding balance, after financial aid, into easy-to-manage monthly installments. You may choose from an annual plan or a semester-based plan. Please visit hofstra.edu/paymentoptions for more details.

Here are some important tips for your new Hofstra student

Don't buy Microsoft Office! Students get a free Office 365 subscription, which allows them to install Microsoft Office on up to 5 PCs or Macs and Office apps on up to 5 tablets or phones. They should click the 'MS Office' icon in 'my apps' (the waffle icon) in the Hofstra Portal and follow the instructions to activate their subscription.

Employment Opportunities

Student Computing Services (SCS) hires and trains students for technical support and learning support positions. Contact us for more information.