Overview

Program Details

The Computer Science and Cybersecurity program from Hofstra University provides a solid foundation of computer science, emphasizing specifically the expertise in computing systems. The program provides a solid foundation in computer science, specifically emphasizing expertise in computing systems. Hands-on experience with real world projects and defense technologies ensure that our graduates will succeed in the technically challenging and rapidly changing field of cybersecurity.

The program provides a solid foundation of computer science, emphasizing specifically the expertise in computing systems.

This program is designed to cover all required knowledge units defined by the National Security Agency (NSA) - National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD).

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Discrete Structures for Computer Science II
Computer Architecture Laboratory
Assembly-Language Programming
Computer Operating Systems
Algorithms and Data Structures
Programming Languages: Survey, Design and Implementation
Systems Programming
Computing, Ethics, and Society
Database Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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

More details

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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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

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

58844 USD / year

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Out-of-State

58844 USD / year

≈ 58844 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

58844 USD / year

≈ 58844 USD / year

Living costs

Hempstead

United States

1300 - 2834 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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