Hofstra University
1000 Hempstead Tpke, Hempstead, NY 11549, United States Address: 1000 Hempstead Tpke, Hempstead, NY 11549, United States Phone: +1 516-463-6600

Hofstra University is a private university in Hempstead, New York. Hofstra originated in 1935 as an extension of New York University under the name Nassau College – Hofstra Memorial of New York University.[6] It became independent Hofstra College in 1939[7] and gained university status in 1963. Comprising ten schools, including the Zucker School of Medicine and the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, Hofstra has hosted a series of prominent presidential conferences and several United States presidential debates.[8]

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Master the skills you need for a highly successful career in data engineering, quantitative research, machine learning, and data analytics when you enroll in the Master of Science (MS) in Data Science at Hofstra University. Acquire a strong foundation in the mathematical methods used in data science while studying a wide range of applied topics in machine learning, data science, and data mining. Gain valuable hands-on experience through paid positions offered as part of our co-op program. Scholarships are available for qualified candidates. Please note, the GRE is not required for admission.

https://www.hofstra.edu/graduate/programs/liberal-arts-sciences/data-science.html

  • Transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities. You may initially submit unofficial copies of your transcripts online for your application review, but official transcripts will be required once you are accepted into the program.

  • GRE scores (optional)

Visit the Data Science program page to learn more.

International students: Please review additional admission requirements.

International students are invited to apply to Hofstra using the appropriate application system for their program of interest (more details are available on our application page). In addition to required applicant materials (which vary by program), international students must provide proof of English Language proficiency. Permanent residents who have been living in the US for a minimum of 3 years are exempt from this requirement. Acceptable means of proficiency include:

 

TOEFL Exam, minimum 80*

IELTS Exam, minimum 6.5*

PTEA Exam, minimum 53*

ITEP Exam, minimum 4*

ELS 112 Certificate

Bachelor’s or graduate degree from a regionally accredited US Institution

Bachelor’s or graduate degree from an institution whose language of instruction is English

Bachelor’s or graduate degree from English Speaking Countries (Australia, Canada [except Quebec/Montreal], Irish Republic, New Zealand and United Kingdom)

Bachelor’s or graduate degree from Africa Anglophone countries (Botswana, Cameroon, Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Melawi, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe)

Bachelor’s or graduate degree from Commonwealth Caribbean Anglophone countries (Antigua, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Guyana, Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, and Turks and Caicos).

*Some graduate programs require a higher level of proficiency.

 

We are also accepting the following exams and proof of English proficiency for applicants who are unable to meet one of the above requirements:

 

TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition

IELTS Indicator

Duolingo score of 120 or higher

If you do not meet the criteria above, please contact our office at graduateinternational@hofstra.edu or explore opportunities for pathway program admission through INTO Hofstra.

https://www.hofstra.edu/graduate/international-students.html

 

Apply to the MS in Data Science program at any time with our rolling admissions policy.

https://www.hofstra.edu/graduate/programs/liberal-arts-sciences/data-science.html