Address & Contact

Our Address

Hofstra University 113 Monroe Lecture Center 127 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-1270

GPS

40.7178645, -73.5974371

Telephone

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants

Holistic.

Pre-interview screening points for overall GPA, science GPA, 2 LORs, professional preparation (healthcare/volunteer experience), and personal statement; extra weight for science courses (B+) and 3+ sciences in one semester. Minimum 3.30 cGPA and 3.30 sGPA absolute. Interview required.

Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website.

💬 How This Program Interviews

Interview sessions begin in September and run once a month until the class and the wait list are full — so applying early matters here. The program does not publish the interview format or whether sessions are virtual or on campus.

Summarized from Hofstra University’s own admissions and interview pages — verified 2026-07-26. Interview formats and dates change between cycles, so confirm with the program before you make travel plans. See the program’s interview page.

Hofstra University PA Program Mission Statement

The Hofstra Northwell Department of Physician Assistant Studies’ mission is to create an interprofessional environment that fosters PA leaders and scholars who deliver empathetic, patient-centered care, and promote inclusivity to the diverse populations they serve.

PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

  • Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation
  • Campus Location: Hempstead, New York
  • Degrees Offered: Masters
  • Class Start Month: September
  • Class Duration: 28 months
  • Class Capacity: 75
  • Seat Deposit: $1,500
  • International Students: Accepted
  • TOEFL: Required
  • Direct Entry / Dual Degree: Yes (BS-MS) — Freshman-only direct-entry dual-degree BS/MS (5.5 years). Progression to the professional phase is automatic if criteria are met (3.30 GPA, interview, 50 healthcare hours).

TUITION

  • Total cost with required fees: $148,754
  • Resident tuition: $144,254 (excludes program fees)
  • Nonresident tuition: $139,040 (excludes program fees)

PANCE PASS RATE

  • First-time PANCE pass rate: 97%
  • Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 97%

APPLICATION INFORMATION

GPA

  • Overall GPA: 3.3
  • Science GPA: 3.3
  • Prereq GPA: No Minimum
  • Prerequisite GPA: See Program Website
  • Prerequisite completion: must be completed within 5 year(s)
  • Prerequisite Coursework: General Chemistry (8 cr); Biochemistry (3 cr, or Organic Chemistry=4); General Biology (8 cr); Anatomy (4 cr); Physiology (4 cr); Microbiology (4 cr); Upper-level Biology (3-4 cr); Statistics (3 cr) — must be completed within 5 (Anatomy/Physiology/Microbiology/Biochem or Organic Chem only)

EXPERIENCE

  • Required Experience Hours (PCE/HCE): 50

SHADOWING

  • PA Shadowing Recommended

EVALUATIONS

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PA-CAT

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