• Control: Private
  • Carnegie Classification: Doctorate/Research Universities [RU/VH, RU/H, DRU]
  • Institution: 4 Year
  • Enrollment: > 10,000

2023 Recognition Categories

  • Supervisor/Department Chair Effectiveness
  • Shared Governance
  • Faculty Experience
  • Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

What makes your college a great place to work?

President's Statement

Hofstra University is a collegial and engaged group of scholars and professionals who share the common goal of helping our students reach their full potential. Our common purpose is helping students navigate the transition to college, advising students on a major or a career, and encouraging them to become engaged in their community. We recognize and reward great teaching, the kind that changes students' lives, and have a singular focus: our students and their success.

Employee Comment

Hofstra University is a dynamic environment with educational opportunities and cultural events available to those within and outside the university community. It's a community where progressive ideas and programs are supported with an emphasis on professional and personal growth.

Vital Statistics

    Employee Counts

  • Full-time Administrators: 393
  • Full-time Exempt Professional Staff: 300
  • Full-time Faculty: 491
  • Full-time Non-exempt Staff: 449
  • Adjunct Faculty: 695

    Average Annual Salary

  • Full-time Administrators: $116,566
  • Full-time Faculty: $129,829
  • Full-time Exempt Professional Staff: $79,749
  • Full-time Non-exempt Staff: $68,649

    Voluntary Turnover Rate

  • Full-time Faculty: 6%
  • Full-time Staff: 14%
  • 13 Years Recognized
  • 7 Years Honor Roll

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