Hofstra University Top Questions

Since I'm in honors college, I feel like I get to see a greater diversity of students. People who, for example, are not all from Long Island. The student body is pretty active and open to what motivated students are doing.

Our student body is fairly diverse. Racially, there are definitely more predominant groups, but I don't hear a lot about prejudices regarding race or sexuality. We have a variety of religious groups on campus and at least one LGBT group; there is a place for everyone. Economically, I don't think most kids can afford Hofstra without loans, but many do. Also, I don't know anyone who isn't receiving a scholarship of some kind to come here.

Most Hofstra students are from the East Coast, and pretty sheltered. Not a lot of people know that much about other geographic areas. I've also noticed that the black and white populations of Hofstra don't interact all that much, which is weird. Most people seem to come from very wealthy backgrounds...making them not really care about their education that much, as it's just been handed to them.

This place is amazingly diverse. We have people from all different walks of life -- it's NYC, what else would you expect. And it adds to the educational experience. Without that, the school just wouldn't be the same.

I think that Hofstra is pretty cliquey, but only to the point where everyone belongs somewhere. I've met very few people who haven't found a place where, whether it's Greek life, drama, sports, Honors College, intramural sports, "Dempster Rats" (film/tv kids), etc. But they all interact, as well. I have friends in every one of those areas, but I do have my one niche. I don't see religion, race, or status as a big issue, but that is a personal thing. I'm a very open person, so I can't speak for everyone, though I've never observed any major problems. I think money was a bigger thing my freshman year because it seemed like everyone had a BMW when I first got here, but I don't feel that way anymore. It's different coming from Boston to Long Island, but I like change.

hofstra is a very diverse and accepting group. we have many races. religions, and it is a very gay community i find. but there is a club to accomodate almost everyone. for the most part hofstra has pretty wealthy students since it is a private school. it is very expensive though, so two of my friends are actually leaving because of the cost. i do wish it was easier to get finanicial aid and a scholarship. i feel like if you can throw a ball they give you a full ride yet if you have a 4.0 GPA you get hardly anything.

the new student center sucks, because there are only 4 tables there and if you're not lucky enough to be sitting at one you and your friend(s) have to sit 5 feet away from one another because the new set up is retarded. it needs to be changed again, to benefit the students and all others who choose to sit down.

Hofstra's campus is very inclusive - there is a decent number of minorities, LGBT people, religious groups, and even disabled and older students. This is good because it truly does foster a diverse learning environment. I don't feel that many students would feel out of place at Hofstra because the size of the campus (not too big, not too small) allows students to mingle with who they would like and to spend time alone if desired. Students primarily come from a upper middle class background which is evidenced by the clothes they wear and the cars they drive. Most Hofstra students are from Long Island, New Jersey, and Connecticut but there are a decent number of students from outside the Tri-State area. Politics are not huge at Hofstra but they are present, and there are probably an equal amount of both liberal and conversative students.

I haven't had much interaction with other "groups" on campus, no group has rubbed me in a particularly bad or good way.

As a commuter I don't feel as involved with my fellow students. I work on campus and attend class then go home to my family and friends. It is difficult getting involved in on campus activities because you just feel like a visitor in a way.