Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY
Hempstead, NY
Health programs
Hofstra offers robust programs in health sciences, health education, and medicine through the School of Health Sciences (SHS), Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, and the School of Education.
With the recent investment in the Science & Innovation Center, health students across all schools have access to a high-tech, 75,000-square-foot medical simulation facility integrated with artificial intelligence. This allows for revolutionary, hands-on learning from your first day on campus and prepares you for the health jobs of tomorrow.
School of Health Sciences
Hofstra's School of Health Sciences (SHS) prepares students to serve as culturally competent health professionals. Offering bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees, as well as advanced certificates, across various departments, SHS equips graduates to advocate for and support diverse communities.
Undergraduate degrees include a BS in Community Health, BS in Exercise Physiology, BS in Health Science, and a BA in Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences.
Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies
The Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing and physician assistant studies, as well as advanced certificate and doctoral programs in nursing. With the robust partnership with Northwell Health, Hofstra offers guaranteed placement at a variety of locations throughout New York and Long Island to build momentum towards a career in healthcare.
To learn more about the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, visit hofstra.edu/nursing
Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
The Zucker School of Medicine offers a fully integrated science and clinical MD curriculum that allows students to apply to medical school and care for patients from the beginning to the end of their medical education journey.
The school also offers a PhD in the Molecular Basis of Medicine, either alone or as part of an MD/PhD program, in which students also complete the MD curriculum. Students may also consider the Hofstra 4+4 program: BS-BA/MD, which is open only to high-achieving high school students who apply to Hofstra as first-time, full-time students.
Learn more about the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at medicine.hofstra.edu
School of Education
Additionally, the School of Education offers a BSEd in Physical Education, an MS in Health Education, and an MS in Physical Education, as well as a dual-degree (BS/MS) program and dual certification in Health and Physical Education.
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Ranked in the top 26% of US Colleges | Wall Street Journal & Times Higher Education, 2023 |
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Listed on The Best 388 Colleges | Princeton Review, 2023 |
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Top 16% nationwide for return on investment| PayScale College ROI Report, 2022 |
Students planning to pursue advanced studies in health and medicine are free to major in any discipline if they complete the necessary prerequisites for their professional goals. Popular majors for these students include:
• Biology
• Biochemistry
• Exercise Physiology
• Health Science
• Neuroscience
• Psychology
Hofstra also offers the BS in Pre-medical Studies and the BA in Pre-medical or Pre-Health Studies with a concentration in the Humanities or the Social Sciences.
“Being at Hofstra has given me a support base bigger than I could have ever imagined. It has led me to work with the best in the industry in news, sports, and beyond.”
“I chose Hofstra because I wanted a university close enough to easily access Manhattan, yet far enough to experience distinct campus life. This vibrant community has enriched my college experience and created a supportive environment for personal and academic growth.”
“Hofstra University offered me the best team of professors, mentors, and leaders that the Physician Assistant (PA) profession has to offer. They are just out of this world!”
“The best thing about Hofstra is the people—from the faculty and staff, to your fellow students—everyone is welcoming and supportive. Plus, there are so many clubs and activities available at Hofstra that you can easily find like-minded people.”
