Overview
Founded in 2008 as the Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine and renamed in 2017 following a major gift from Donald and Barbara Zucker, the school represents a partnership between Hofstra University and Northwell Health, New York's largest healthcare provider. It was established to train physicians using a competency-based curriculum emphasizing early clinical exposure, small-group learning, and humanism in medicine. The school has quickly built a reputation for innovative pedagogy, including its use of simulation-based training and an integrated approach to basic science and clinical practice.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Hempstead, New York |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Total students | 800 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 1:4 |
| Acceptance rate | 3% |
| Graduation rate | 97% |
| Average starting salary | N/A |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $50,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $50,000 |
| Room & board | $18,000 |
| Average financial aid | $40,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.80 |
| Regular deadline | December 15 |
Top Programs
- MD Program
- MD/PhD Program
- MD/MBA Program
- Emergency Medicine
- Internal Medicine
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.