Hello all, I've recently been accepted to Hofstra. I'm not from NY, so could someone please explain the geographical placement of the university to me? I see 'Hempstead' and 'NYC' both mentioned frequently. Is the university far from Manhattan? Is public transportation easily accessible?
Congratulations on your acceptance to Hofstra University! It's indeed located in Hempstead, New York, which is on Long Island. Hempstead is about 30 miles east of Manhattan. It's a suburban area that is relatively quiet compared to the hustle and bustle of New York City, but at the same time, it is conveniently located near NYC.
If you're looking to travel into the city, public transportation is readily available. The Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) offers one of the quickest and most efficient ways to get to NYC. If I remember correctly, the Hempstead LIRR station is about a 10 to 15-minute drive from Hofstra's campus. From there, the train ride to Penn Station in Manhattan takes around 45 minutes. There are also buses and convenient shuttle services provided by the university that help students navigate the local area.
In summary, you're pretty well-situated geographically to get the best of both worlds - the vibrancy of NYC and the tranquility of suburban Long Island.
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