Hofstra University

Hofstra University students enjoy excellent career prospects, largely due to its proximity to New York City, one of the world’s major business and cultural centers. This location gives students easy access to internships and entry-level positions in finance, technology, media, healthcare, and law. The university’s Career Center supports students with resume reviews, interview preparation, networking events, and career fairs. Strong relationships with local and national employers create opportunities for internships that frequently transition into permanent roles. Students in business, communications, and STEM fields benefit from programs aligned with in-demand industries. International students can take advantage of Curricular Practical Training (CPT) during their studies and Optional Practical Training (OPT) after graduation, with STEM students eligible for extended OPT. On-campus jobs and research assistantships provide additional practical experience. The university’s alumni network offers mentorship and guidance, helping graduates navigate job markets effectively. Hofstra alumni have secured positions with major corporations, startups, and leading organizations in New York and beyond. Overall, Hofstra equips students with both the skills and opportunities needed for successful careers.

Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.

Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).

STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.

Contact our PSA counselor for more information

International students are invited to apply to Hofstra using the appropriate application system for their program of interest (more details are available on our application page). In addition to required applicant materials (which vary by program), international students must provide proof of English Language proficiency. Permanent residents who have been living in the US for a minimum of 3 years are exempt from this requirement. Acceptable means of proficiency include:

• TOEFL Exam, minimum 80*
• IELTS Exam, minimum 6.5*
• PTEA Exam, minimum 53*
• ITEP Exam, minimum 4*
• ELS 112 Certificate
• Bachelor’s or graduate degree from a regionally accredited US Institution
• Bachelor’s or graduate degree from an institution whose language of instruction is English
• Bachelor’s or graduate degree from English Speaking Countries (Australia, Canada [except Quebec/Montreal], Irish Republic, New Zealand and United Kingdom)
• Bachelor’s or graduate degree from Africa Anglophone countries (Botswana, Cameroon, Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Melawi, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe)
• Bachelor’s or graduate degree from Commonwealth Caribbean Anglophone countries (Antigua, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Guyana, Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, and Turks and Caicos).

*Some graduate programs require a higher level of proficiency.

We are also accepting the following exams and proof of English proficiency for applicants who are unable to meet one of the above requirements:

• TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition
• IELTS Indicator
• Duolingo score of 120 or higher

If you do not meet the criteria above, please contact our office at graduateinternational@hofstra.edu or explore opportunities for pathway program admission through INTO Hofstra.