College comparison

Hofstra University vs Rochester Institute of Technology

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Hofstra University Hempstead, NY	Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY
Acceptance rateRochester Institute of Technology is more selective	68%	67%
SAT (25–75)	1230–1400	1300–1460
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	6,488	13,215
Avg net price	$34,176	$34,906
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)
Location	Hempstead, NY	Rochester, NY

Quick answers

Is Hofstra University or Rochester Institute of Technology harder to get into?

Rochester Institute of Technology is more selective: Hofstra University's acceptance rate is approximately 68% and Rochester Institute of Technology's is approximately 67% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Hofstra University vs Rochester Institute of Technology?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1230–1400 at Hofstra University and 1300–1460 at Rochester Institute of Technology. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.