Graduate Pathway in Computer Science (Non-background)

Hofstra University

Program Details

Graduate Pathway in Computer Science (Non-background)

Hofstra University

Academic Requirements

Minimum GPA of 2.5. Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

English Language Requirements

IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 65, TOEFL Essentials 7.0, Duolingo 95, PTEA 44 or Completion of AE Level 4.

Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.

2026 Spring Start (March)

Degree start date : 20th January 2026 - Degree end date: 21st August 2026

Semester 1 spring: 20th January 2026 - 15th May 2026
Semester 2 summer: 18th May 2026 - 21st August 2026

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

$ 42,950.00

Approximate cost

$ 42,950.00

Detailed pricing breakdown coming soon

Degree Program Components

30 credit hour program, 9 -12 credits apply from Pathway, 18-21 credit remaining toward degree

Credit Number

Sample Classes Title

Credit Hours

Semester 1

CSC 014

Discrete Structures for Computer Science I

3 Credit Hours

CSC 016

Fundamentals of Computer Science II

4 Credit Hours

ESL

Presentation and Leadership Skills for University Success

3 Credit Hours

ESL 111

Critical Thinking and Academic Writing II

3 Credit Hours

MATH 071

Analytic Geometry and Calculus I

4 Credit Hours

SEAS 100

Professional Development

3 Credit Hours

Total credit hours

20 Credit Hours

Semester 2

Graduate Elective Course

3 Credit Hours

CSC 017

Fundamentals of Computer Science III

3 Credit Hours

CSC 110

Introduction to Computer Architecture

3 Credit Hours

ESL

Presentation and Leadership Skills for University Success

3 Credit Hours

ESL 111

Critical Thinking and Academic Writing II

3 Credit Hours

MATH 071

Analytic Geometry and Calculus I

3 Credit Hours

SEAS 100

Professional Development

3 Credit Hours

Total credit hours

21 Credit Hours

Notes

* These courses are generally delivered through the INTO Center and are for Pathway students only. Students must maintain 2.0 GPA per semester to remain in good academic standing.
ESL courses are delivered through the INTO Center and are for GPW/IMP students only.