Overview

With Comparative Literature and Languages program from Hofstra University you'll learn why the classics – The Iliad, The Odyssey, Oedipus the King, works by Shakespeare, Milton, and Cervantes, to name a few – have transcended time and place, continue to speak to and inspire readers, and remain relevant to your own life today.

Why study Comparative Literature and Languages

This major is a path to a variety of careers, including journalism, translation positions, government roles, and art. The foreign language requirement gives students a competitive edge in the workforce, allowing alumni to deal with an international clientele and represent employers abroad.

Hofstra's varied slate of cultural offerings and our proximity to New York City means you'll have ample opportunities to enrich your studies with plays, lectures, and other events and programs.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Foreign Language

Literature

Additional Courses

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

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There’s no set national deadline to apply to Hofstra—applications are accepted throughout the year.

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

124 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hempstead, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online application form: either the Common Application or our Hofstra Online Application. We accept either, but please only choose one.
One counselor letter of recommendation
Secondary school transcript: Your complete 9-, 10-, and 11th-grade transcript and official translation in English, or any national exam or government certificates earned. Review country-specific requirements to see details for the country you’re studying in.
Proof of English proficiency. Review acceptable proof of proficiency.
Nonrefundable application fee ($75)

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

58844 USD / year

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Out-of-State

58844 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

58844 USD / year

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Living costs

Hempstead

United States

1300 - 2834 USD / month

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Overview

Why study Comparative Literature and Languages

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Hempstead

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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