Hofstra University and College of Charleston are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Hofstra is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Hempstead, NY and C of Charleston is a four-year, public school located in Charleston, SC.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Hofstra University | vs. | College of Charleston |
|---|---|---|
| Hempstead, New York | Location | Charleston, South Carolina |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Doctoral / Research University | Carnegie Classification | Master's College and University (medium programs) |
| $57,660 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$12,978
Out-Of-State$38,296 |
| 94% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 68% |
| $32,114 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $10,608 |
| 68.08 % | Acceptance Rates | 60.03 % |
| 10.30 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 11.91 % |
| 1,310 | SAT Score | 1,220 |
| 30 | ACT Score | 27 |
| 69 % | Graduation Rate | 66 % |
| 23 % | Transfer-out Rate | 25 % |
| 84 % | Retention Rate | 82 % |
| 10,685 | Student Population | 11,926 |
| 496 | Number of Faculties | 524 |
| 13 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 16 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |
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