Academic English

Hofstra University

Academic English is designed for students who do not meet the English language entry requirements for an International Year One or Graduate Pathway. Upon successful completion of Academic English, students may progress to an INTO Hofstra Pathway program or apply directly to Hofstra University.

NEW: Academic English 2.0

Our updated Academic English program includes:

Assured study plan: placement assurance for students with qualifying scores under a year old at program start
Measured Progress: consistent growth at each level (estimated 10 TOEFL/.5 IELTS points per semester)
Enhanced Level Transfer: level portability across our US partners
Academic Study Plan Calculator: add your program and English scores and receive an estimated study plan showing your duration of study

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Key Information

A Pathway program provides academic, language and cultural support in order to succeed at a US university.
Students are guaranteed progression to an undergraduate degree program through a curriculum consisting of credit-earning courses.
Students will benefit from fully integrated classes with both domestic and other international students on campus while learning from highly trained university instructors and tutors.

Program Details

Academic English

Hofstra University

Age Requirement

Academic Requirements

High school diploma required.

English Language Requirements

No English language requirement; students will be assessed and placed upon arrival.

Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.

2025 Summer Start (May)

Degree start date : 19 May 2025 - Degree end date: 22 August 2025

Semester 1 summer: 19 May 2025 - 22 August 2025

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

$ 8,870.00

Approximate cost

$ 8,870.00

Detailed pricing breakdown coming soon