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At Hofstra Law, your education is personal and practice driven. With immersive experiential learning and individualized career support, you’ll be challenged academically and supported every step of the way. From your first semester to your first position, we are committed to preparing you for lasting success in a rapidly evolving profession.

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JD Program Admissions Process and Requirements

Our JD students enjoy a 9:1 student-to-teacher ratio; enroll in extensive research and writing courses; and learn in strong, practical skills-based experiential learning programs.

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All Law School Programs

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Juris Doctor (JD)

Our JD program blends rigorous legal theory with immersive, skills-based training from day one. Through clinics, externships, advocacy programs, and interdisciplinary opportunities, you graduate ready to lead in courtrooms, corporations, communities, and beyond.

JD Program Edge Ahead Pre-Law Program JD Dual-Degree Programs

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Certificate Programs

Our certificate programs are designed for focused advancement and to deepen your expertise in high-impact fields. They equip you with specialized knowledge that responds to the evolving demands of today’s legal and healthcare landscapes.

Paralegal Certificate Program Health Law and Policy Advanced Certificate Certificate in Clinical Bioethics

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Master of Laws (LLM)

Our LLM programs offer advanced and flexible pathways for lawyers seeking distinction. Whether refining expertise in family law, health law, or American legal systems, you gain a competitive edge grounded in practice and perspective.

Online LLM in Health Law and Policy LLM in Family Law LLM in American Legal Studies

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Master of Arts

Our MA programs sit at the intersection of law, ethics, and policy. They prepare professionals to navigate complex healthcare regulatory environments with the clarity and confidence that real-world insights create.

MA in Bioethics Online MA in Health Law and Policy

Why Hofstra Law

Mentoring Is Key

Our faculty and alumni regularly mentor students, providing valuable career and personal guidance.

Diversity Matters to Us

We have developed unique programming to support our diversity efforts and diversity student organizations.

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Our Rich Tradition of Public Service

We pioneered fully integrating clinical education into a traditional law school curriculum.

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Our Curriculum Is Cutting Edge

Hofstra Law has ranked in the top 10 most innovative law schools and earned the 2026 Insight Into Academia Excellence in Innovation Award.

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We Teach the Business of Lawyering

Our professional development programs help you develop your personal brand and your marketing and leadership skills. Dedicated career service professionals work with you from Orientation to Commencement and beyond.

We’re a Leader in Experiential Education

Our students conducted more than 53,000 hours of practical training last year alone.

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Explore Financial Aid for Law Students

The Law School’s Office of Financial Aid endeavors to provide assistance to each student so that they will be able to meet the overall cost of their legal education. Financial assistance may be awarded in the form of scholarships, fellowships, federal loans, Federal Work-Study and private loans. Financial aid comes from public and private sources and is awarded on the basis of need and academic merit.

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Student Spotlight

Philip Daleo

“Being a part of Law Review was the best experience I have had in law school. I have learned more than I could have imagined and made friends I will have for the rest of my life.”

Giselle Rodas

“My experience on the ACTEC Law Journal taught me how to lead an organization of people and explore the various issues affecting the wills, trust, and estates practice area. Moreover, I have been gifted with many wonderful memories with my friends.”

Aanya Desai

“At Hofstra Law, I have been fortunate to connect with peers who have introduced me to new perspectives and challenged my own assumptions and, in doing so, helped me grow into a more well-rounded and thoughtful individual.”

Alex Csorny

“Through my work clinic and pro bono work, I gained a deeper understanding of the barriers to justice faced by many in our local community and became more aware of the diverse legal issues affecting veterans.”

Shantay McIntosh

“I know Hofstra Law has set me up for success, so there is no reason for me to be shy. The more I accomplish, the more I feel confident in my skill set.”

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Get To Know Our Faculty

Hofstra Law’s faculty is composed of outstanding scholars; talented clinicians; and dedicated legal-writing, academic-support, and skills instructors. Their impact reaches well beyond the classroom to scholarship, academic conferences, media appearances, and other professional activities.

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Plan Your Visit to Hofstra Law

Hofstra Law is located on Hofstra University’s 244-acre main campus, which provides a rich and vibrant community for students studying the law.

We are located on Long Island in Hempstead, New York, about 25 miles east of New York City and less than an hour away by train or automobile.

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Connect With Hofstra Law’s Office of Enrollment Management

We’re here to help you navigate the Hofstra Law admissions process.
Our enrollment management team is available to help you with all aspects of the admissions and application process. Contact us with any questions or support you need as you apply to programs at Hofstra Law.

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