Columbia University Roy and Diana Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
vs.
Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell

Below, we compare Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell (Hofstra) and Columbia University Roy and Diana Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons (Columbia University) with important considerations for medical school admissions.
  • Both schools are private.
  • Hofstra's tuition is more expensive than Columbia University.
  • Columbia University's acceptance rate is lower than Hofstra.
  • Columbia University's MCAT score is higher than Hofstra.
  • Hofstra's GPA is higher than Columbia University.
  • Columbia University is larger than Hofstra with more enrolled students.
  • Columbia University is older than Hofstra.
  • Hofstra requires more expensive application fees than Columbia University.