Earn your degree online.
An online program that works for you
At Hofstra University, you can earn part of your degree or certificate online in the hours and locations that work best for you – without settling for anything less than the resources and distinction of a great university.
Hofstra University offers online learning components in over 1,700 on-campus courses throughout the academic year in most disciplines and majors.
As a Hofstra University Distance Learning student, you'll:
- Learn from world-class faculty
- Join a respected alumni network of over 141,000 students worldwide
- Engage in simulations, discussions, and multimedia presentations
- Gain the knowledge and credentials you need to achieve your goals
Distance Learning Programs
Fully Online
The following fully online programs are available:
- Advanced Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis
School of Education - Advanced Certificate in Gifted Education
School of Education - Advanced Certificate in Work Based Learning
School of Education - Master of Arts in Public Relations
The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication - Master of Health Administration
School of Health Sciences - Master of Science in Applied Behavioral Analysis
School of Education - Master of Science in Computer Science
Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science - Master of Science in Education in Higher Education Leadership and Policy Studies
School of Education - Online Health Law & Policy Graduate Programs
Maurice A. Deane School of Law - Online Master of Business Administration
Frank G. Zarb School of Business
Hybrid
The following hybrid programs are available:
- Advanced Certificate in Childhood Special Education (Grades 1-6)
School of Education - Advanced Certificate in Early Childhood Special Education (Birth-Grade 2)
School of Education - Advanced Certificate in Special Education Assessment and Diagnosis
School of Education - Advanced Certificate in Special Education (Grades 7-12)
School of Education - Advanced Certificate in Teaching students with Severe or Multiple Disabilities
School of Education - Executive Master of Business Administration
Frank G. Zarb School of Business - Master of Arts in Technology for Learning
School of Education - New York City Master of Business Administration
Frank G. Zarb School of Business
Take a Course Online
Current Hofstra students may register for distance learning class via the Hofstra Portal at my.hofstra.edu. Students who are not current Hofstra students are eligible to take a distance learning class provided you submit a completed Visiting Student Application [PDF] to the Office of Undergraduate Admission.
For more information about Distance Learning at Hofstra, please contact the appropriate office:
For Current Hofstra Students
Contact your Advisement Dean via email or 516-463-6770 or 516-463-7222. You may also contact your Faculty Advisor.
For Prospective Graduate Students
Contact the Hofstra Office of Graduate Admissions via email or 516-463-4723.
See Refund Policy for online students residing in Maryland only
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Tuition Refund Schedule for Online Students Residing in Maryland Only: |
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Proportion of Total Course, Program, or Term Completed as of Date of Withdrawal or Termination |
Tuition Refund |
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Less than 10% |
90% refund |
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10% up to but not including 20% |
80% refund |
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20% up to but not including 30% |
60% refund |
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30% up to but not including 40% |
40% refund |
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40% up to but not including 60% |
20% refund |
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More than 60% |
No refund |
Student Complaint Procedures for Online Students Residing in Maryland Only:
Student complaints of the institution are subject to investigation by the Office of the Attorney General or the Maryland Higher Education Commission. Complaints should be directed to: Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division, 200 St. Paul St., Baltimore, MD 21202, 410-528-8662/888/743/0823 (toll free).