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Off-Campus Living and Commuting Student Services

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Did You Know?

All Hofstra University departments, services and activities are available for commuting students:

  • Hofstra University has a special meal plan rate for commuting students starting at only $360 a semester. Visit Hofstra Card Services in room 104 Mack Student Center to purchase this or any meal plan.
  • Registering your car and parking is free on campus, and the parking lot behind Breslin Hall is for commuter students only!
  • There are over 180 co-curricular clubs and organizations to join, including the Organization of Commuter Students.
  • There are lockers, free of charge for students, located in the hallway on the second floor of the Student Center. Just bring a lock!
  • The Blue Beetle and Road Runner makes campus rounds and trips to the Hempstead and Mineola Train Stations 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • That by dialing 463-SNOW, you can hear information regarding University closings during inclement weather.
  • There is an on campus Game Room, located in 029 Student Center equipped with couches, televisions, pool tables and video games and more!
  • Public Safety is available 24 hours a day with motorist needs, escorts and emergency response. They can be reached at (516) 463-6606 or for an emergency, (516) 463-6789.
  • Students can request free tutoring for up to 3 classes a semester? Visit this link for more information.
  • For more information, click on Hofstra Resources 101.