collageThe Hofstra University/Northwell Health at Hofstra University/Northwell Health (Zucker) has an application deadline of Nov. 1. The application fee at Hofstra University/Northwell Health (Zucker) is $100. Its tuition is full-time: $52,200. The faculty-student ratio at Hofstra University/Northwell Health (Zucker) is 6.6:1. The Hofstra University/Northwell Health has 2,664 full-time faculty on staff.
Donald and Barbara School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell was founded in 2008. Donald and Barbara School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell is located in 500 Hofstra Blvd, Hempstead, NY 11549. Hofstra University is four-years, private (not-for-profit) school and offers both undergraduate and graduate programs with total enrollment of 10,243.
There are 425 students at medical school – 228 men and 197 women. Last year, 101 students have enrolled newly to Donald and Barbara School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.
About Hofstra University
Hofstra University offers a superior education earned within a network of peers and mentors. At Hofstra, students receive an excellent education with renowned faculty teaching small classes on a vibrant campus. Hofstra is also one of the two universities chosen to host consecutive U.S Presidential debates in 2008 and 2012. In addition, all the cultural and internship opportunities of New York City are just 40 kilometers from the Hofstra campus.
Hofstra University is a diverse student body that welcomes students from all over the world. The school is multinational – over 65 countries are represented by the student body – and participates in a wide range of academic, social and cultural pursuits. Hofstra’s commitment to international students is evidenced by the availability of international student organizations, study abroad programs, international events, lectures and special services. Hofstra is ideally sized, with 4,000 graduate students, and offers a wide array of programs with 160 programs and certificates of study. International students find it easy to develop a sense of community, school spirit and a feeling of belonging.
Located on Long Island, New York, students enjoy easy access to the cultural center of the world – New York City. In addition, they benefit from the wide array of internship opportunities in New York City and take advantage of the museums, Broadway shows, concerts, etc. Hofstra’s suburban campus is easily accessible, near two major airports (John F. Kennedy Airport and LaGuardia Airport), along with abundant public transportation. Hofstra offers special services and resources through our Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs.
Hofstra University/Northwell Health (Zucker) 2022 Rankings
Hofstra University/Northwell Health (Zucker) is ranked No. 66 (tie) in Best Medical Schools: Research and No. 76 (tie) in Best Medical Schools: Primary Care. Schools are ranked according to their performance across a set of widely accepted indicators of excellence. HOW WE RANK SCHOOLS
Medical School Program Rankings
- #66inBest Medical Schools: Research (tie)
- #76inBest Medical Schools: Primary Care (tie)
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- #35inMost Diverse Medical Schools (tie)
hofstra university medical school requirements
If you’ve decided to become a physician, you’ve already made one of the most important choices of your life. Where you attend medical school will make a difference in your future as well. At the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, you enter an interactive and exciting educational environment designed to attract individuals interested in a creative approach to advanced learning. Our innovative, case-based curriculum, which weaves science and clinical medicine tightly together and stresses putting knowledge into action, will prepare you well for the practice of medicine in the 21st century.
Entry to this program is highly selective, and only those who demonstrate superior high school achievement and academic aptitude, and who apply to Hofstra as first-time, full-time freshmen will be considered.
Applicants are expected to:
- Have a minimum 3.7 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
- Rank in the top 10 percent of their graduating class (if applicable).
- Demonstrate a minimum of 1410 (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing + Math) on the SAT or a 32 on the ACT.
- Complete the CASPer® exam by mid-January. For more information and to research your testing date, visit takecasper.com.
The CASPer™ exam is required for all applicants. CASPer™, a 90-minute online situational judgement test, serves to further enhance our holistic application review process by assessing noncognitive skills and identifying personal attributes. For more information and to research your testing date visit takecasper.com (the last testing date for Hofstra is early January).
Students interested in the program must first be admitted to Hofstra University, and must apply during one of our two Early Action deadlines: November 15 or December 15. When filling out either the Hofstra application or Common Application, please be certain to indicate your interest in the program in the section of the application entitled “Special Dual Degree Program” on the Hofstra application or “Dual-Degree Program Options” on the Common Application (please note that this field will not appear unless you opt in to having your SAT/ACT scores considered). In January, the Hofstra 4+4 Program: BS-BA/MD Application Supplement will be available in the my.hofstra.edu portal for admitted students who have demonstrated the academic qualifications to be eligible for the program and students must submit their completed 4+4 Supplemental Application by January 15. Image
BSMD virtual interviews for Fall 2021:
Friday, March 5, 2021
Monday, March 8, 2021
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
Friday, March 12, 2021
All supplemental application materials for the program must be received in the Office of Undergraduate Admission by January 15.
Admission to the program is very competitive. Selected finalists will be invited to interview with the medical school committee. In order to be a strong candidate, we recommend that you take four years of math (with calculus), four years of English, and three years of science (including chemistry and physics).
As a dual degree candidate, students have multiple undergraduate majors to choose from, all of which will satisfy the School of Medicine prerequisite course requirements. BS-BA/MD Dual Degree Program students will have highly skilled advisement specialists to help determine the best choice of major for their interests and aspirations.
Matriculation in the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell occurs upon completion of the student’s undergraduate degree provided that the student maintains a minimum 3.6 overall GPA as well as a minimum 3.6 science GPA at the end of the first academic year at Hofstra University and every academic year thereafter, and satisfies the pre-medical requirements with a high-level of professional behavior, without repeating a course, and with no grade lower than a B in any science course, and no grade less than a C in a non-science course. The pre-medical course requirements for BS-BA/MD students correspond to the recommended coursework for applicants to the MD program in the same academic year as the year accepted BS-BA/MD students matriculate as undergraduate students at Hofstra University. A minimum Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) score equivalent to the 80th percentile at the first sitting must be achieved and submitted by January of the medical school application cycle.
For more information, please contact Hofstra’s Office of Undergraduate Admission at BSMD@hofstra.edu or 516-463-6700 for more information about this or any of Hofstra’s other dual degree programs.
Donald and Barbara School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell Tuition & Fees
The 2023 tuition at Donald and Barbara School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell is $56,400. Donald and Barbara School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell’s tuition is 10.33% lower than average tuition of U.S. medical schools and 11.4% lower than average tuition of New York medical schools.
The medical school tuition differs and more expensive than the regular undergraduate and graduate programs. The average undergraduate program tuition & fees at Hofstra University is $51,360. The average graduate schools tuition & fees other than medical school is $28,180.
The average living costs including room & board and transportation costs is $25,964 and the personal miscellaneous expenses is $3,659.
| Donald and Barbara School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell Tuition & Fees | $56,400 |
|---|---|
| U.S. Private Medical School Average | $62,900 |
| New York Private Medical School Average | $63,643 |
| Living Costs | $25,964 |
| Miscellaneous expenses | $3,659 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,700 |
| Undergraduate Program | $51,360 |
| Graduate Program | $28,180 |
4-Yeras MD Program Total Costs
The tuition for MD program varies by medical years depending on mandatory fees and required course works. The estimated COA (cost of attendance) for the standard four(4) years MD program at Donald and Barbara School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell is $360,037 based on the current tuition rate. The COA includes the costs for tuition & fees, room & board, transportation, books & supplies, and other personal miscellaneous expenses. The next table summarizes medical school costs for four(4) years by year and cost item.
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | 4 Years Estimation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $56,400 | $57,045 | $57,045 | $56,400 | $226,890 |
| Room & Board / transportation | $25,964 | $25,186 | $31,847 | $30,618 | $113,615 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,700 | $770 | $1,050 | $0 | $3,520 |
| Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,659 | $3,293 | $4,391 | $4,669 | $16,012 |
| COA | $87,723 | $86,294 | $94,333 | $91,687 | $360,037 |
MCAT & GPA Scores
The average MCAT score of enrolled students at Donald and Barbara School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell is 516. Compared to the average MCAT of all medical schools, the MCAT score of Donald and Barbara School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell is around average of U.S. medical schools (the average score is 512).
The average GPA is 3.78 and it is around average compared to other medical schools (the average GPA is 3.73).
| 2022 | |
|---|---|
| MCAT – Donald and Barbara School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell | 516 |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 512 |
| New York Medical Schools | 515 |
| GPA – Donald and Barbara School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell | 3.78 |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 3.73 |
| New York Medical Schools | 3.76 |
Acceptance Rate & Yield
The 2022 acceptance rate at Donald and Barbara School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell is 1.63% where 6,089 applicants have applied to and 99 students have accepted and finally enrolled to school. The acceptance rate at Donald and Barbara School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell is much lower (extremely difficult to get in) compared to other medical schools in united states (the average acceptance rate is 3.52%). Note that the acceptance rate means the percentage of applicants who are accepted and enrolled (not just accepted).
| Total | Residency | Gender | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | Other State | Men | Women | ||
| Applicants | 6,089 | 1,839 (30.2%) | 4,250 (69.8%) | 2,801 (46.0%) | 3,282 (53.9%) |
| Enrolled | 99 | 50 (50.5%) | 49 (49.5%) | 47 (47.5%) | 52 (52.5%) |
| Acceptance Rate | 1.63% | 2.72% | 1.15% | 1.68% | 1.58% |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 3.52% | 10.29% | 1.04% | 3.48% | 3.56% |
| New York Medical Schools | 8.33% | 9.80% | 1.03% | 8.33% | 8.34% |
New Students and Total Enrollment
For the academic year 2021-2022, total 99 first-time students have enrolled in Donald and Barbara School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.By residency, 50.5% of new students is New York residents and 49.5% of enrolled students from other States. By gender, 52.5% of enrolled students is women and 47.5% is men students.
A total of 427 students have enrolled to Donald and Barbara School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. By gender, there are 214 male and 213 female students at Donald and Barbara School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.
| 2021 | |
|---|---|
| Total Enrollment | 427 |
| Men Students | 214 |
| Women Students | 213 |
| First-time Students | 99 |
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