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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.

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 parent tour?

Our tour is exclusively designed for the parents of prospective students and will give you an in-depth view of our beautiful campus. In our Virtual Parent Panel, you will learn about academics, student life, and chat with members of the Hofstra community.

Does Hofstra University release confidential information to other students?

Under Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) guidelines, Hofstra University may not release confidential information to persons other than the student without written permission from the student or in accordance with specified procedures set forth in the FERPA Guidelines.

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.

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 letter mailed?

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.

How to contact the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation?

Contact the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC) at 1-888-NYS-HESC (1-888-697-4372) to learn more about New York State student grant and scholarship programs, including the TAP grant.

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 University have a confidentiality policy?

Under Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) guidelines, Hofstra University may not release confidential information to persons other than the student without written permission from the student or in accordance with specified procedures set forth in the FERPA Guidelines.