Nova Southeastern University, known as NSU or Nova, is a private, coeducational university located in Broward County, Florida. It is the largest independent institution of higher education in the southeastern United States, and the sixth-largest not-for-profit, independent university nationwide.

The US Department of Education recognizes Nova Southeastern University as one of the nation's leading universities for diversity. "Princeton Review" ranks Nova Southeastern University as one of the top universities in the nation for minority students. The current combined undergraduate and graduate student population of the university is about 28,000.

Many of Nova Southeastern's colleges and schools have achieved national recognition. "Business Week" cites NSU's H. Wayne Huizenga School as a leading MBA feeder school and also as a leading university undergraduate and graduate business programs. "Barron's Best Buys in College" recognizes the Huizenga School for its value.

Nova Southeastern University's main campus is situated on 480 acres about 26 miles north of downtown Miami. The Dania Beach campus in Port Everglades houses the university's center for oceanographic research. The North Miami Beach campus is the smallest of the campuses, located in one of the most active areas for the Nova Southeastern University community.

NSU alumni have distinguished themselves in entertainment, business, sports, government, science, academia, and more. Among them are Major League Baseball players Anthony Bello, Kyle Bone, and Felipe Suarez; actor Seth Gabel; "Dr. 90210" celebrity dermatologist and "Big Brother" winner, Dr. Will Kirby; numerous Florida circuit court judges and state representatives; and dozens of professors at universities across the nation.

NSU's 18 colleges and schools offer a comprehensive range of undergraduate majors, minors, and concentrations. The university confers associate's and bachelor's degrees in approximately 200 programs.

Among these are accounting, American studies, applied professional studies, athletic training, biology (premedical), business administration, communication studies, computer information systems, computer science, criminal justice, economics, elementary education, English, environmental science-studies, and exceptional student education.

Students at Nova Southeastern University can also major in finance, health science, history, humanities, international studies, legal studies, management, marine biology, marketing, nursing, paralegal studies, pre-kindergarten-primary education, psychology, secondary biology education, secondary mathematics education, sport and recreation management, and theater.

Pre-professional programs in law, medicine, optometry, dental, and pharmacy are also offered at NSU.

Nova Southeastern University's classes are small and intimate. Faculty members are known for their personal interest and one-on-one interaction with students. Most have backgrounds in professional, industrial, managerial, civic, educational, or other private and public sectors. Many are recognized nationally for their published works and honors.

First-year freshmen live in residence halls in spacious, secure rooms, each with a private bathroom. Students may move into the Commons, NSU's newest residence hall, following freshman year. They may step up to the fully furnished upperclassman apartments, complete with full kitchens and living rooms, in their sophomore year.

NSU offers students a broad range of organizations, student government, intramural sports, and campus-wide events. Greek life at NSU includes about 10 percent of the undergraduate student population, with a total of 5 fraternities and 6 sororities on campus.

The university's highly praised Distinguished Speakers Series features experts and notable persons from diverse fields who share "life lessons" and career experiences with students. Speakers have included Salman Rushdie, Spike Jones, Bob Woodward, Dr. Jack Kevorkian, and Vanessa L. Williams.

The Nova Southeastern University Sharks compete in Division II of the National Collegiate Athletic Association as members of the Sunshine State Conference. NSU offers 17 intercollegiate athletic programs, with 10 women's and 7 men's teams.

Women's sports include basketball, cross-country, golf, rowing, soccer, softball, swimming and diving, tennis, track, and volleyball. Men compete in baseball, basketball, cross-country, golf, soccer, swimming and diving, and track. Cheerleading is offered as a non-varsity sport.

The Miami Dolphins headquarters and training camp are located on the NSU campus. The Bubble, a 2-acre, inflatable dome, houses one of the team's 3 practice fields.

Financial aid for NSU students is available in the form of grants, scholarships, loans, and veterans' benefits. Work-study programs may also be available for eligible students. Students seeking financial aid should complete the Federal Student Financial Aid Form (FAFSA).

Broward County is one of 3 counties that comprise the South Florida metropolitan area. The area boasts many natural attractions and points of interest. Davie, home to NSU's main campus, has a rural atmosphere, western theme district, and sprawling educational complex, all of which distinguish the town from all other neighboring municipalities.

Characterized by green open spaces, numerous parks, and over 165 miles of trail system, the town is also the hub of higher education in South Florida, where several nationally known colleges, technical institutes, and universities make up the South Florida Educational Center.

 

 

Independent, Coed

Suburban 300-acre campus

Associate, Bachelor's, Master's, and Post-Master's Certificates

$31,836 includes full-time tuition ($22,200), mandatory fees ($550), and room and board ($9086). Full-time tuition and fees vary according to class time and program. Part-time tuition: $740 per credit hour. Part-time tuition and fees vary according to class time, course load, and program
(Cost includes full-time tuition plus additional fees such as room and board and mandatory fees)

Moderately difficult , 53% of applicants were admitted

Rolling (freshmen), rolling (out-of-state freshmen), rolling (transfers)

 

 

Admission: 4,586 applied; 2,444 admitted; 815 enrolled Average high school GPA: 3.65

·                  SAT critical reading scores over 500 58%

·                  SAT math scores over 500 62%

·                  ACT scores over 18 95%

·                  SAT critical reading scores over 600 17%

·                  SAT math scores over 600 23%

·                  ACT scores over 24 39%

·                  SAT critical reading scores over 700 1%

·                  SAT math scores over 700 4%

·                  ACT scores over 30 5%

 

Options: electronic application, deferred entrance
Application fee: $50
Recommended: minimum 2.6 GPA, essay and transcript of high school record recommended of some
Application deadline: rolling (freshmen), rolling (out-of-state freshmen), rolling (transfers)
Notification: continuous (freshmen), continuous (out-of-state freshmen), continuous (transfers)

Comprehensive Costs: $31,836 includes full-time tuition ($22,200), mandatory fees ($550), and room and board ($9086). Full-time tuition and fees vary according to class time and program. Part-time tuition: $740 per credit hour. Part-time tuition and fees vary according to class time, course load, and program

Room and board: Room and board charges vary according to board plan and housing facility

Payment plans: Installment, deferred payment

Waivers: Employees or children of employees

Of all full-time matriculated undergraduates who enrolled in 2009, 3,301 applied for aid, 2,943 were judged to have need, 204 had their need fully met. 278 Federal Work-Study jobs (averaging $2850). 1,511 state and other part-time jobs (averaging $3614)
In 2009, 247 non-need-based awards were made
Average percent of need met: 67%
Average financial aid package: $16,863
Average need-based loan: $5568
Average need-based gift aid: $6287
Average non-need-based aid: $5631
Average indebtedness upon graduation: $36,908

 

Associate, Bachelor's, Master's, and Post-Master's Certificates

Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies
American Studies
Biological And Biomedical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences; Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services
Accounting; Business Administration and Management; Finance; Marketing/Marketing Management
Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs
Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services
Computer and Information Sciences; Computer Science
Education
Early Childhood Education; Education; Elementary Education; Kindergarten/Preschool Education; Middle School Education; Secondary Education; Special Education
English Language And Literature/Letters
English
Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences
Child Development
Health Professions And Related Programs
Athletic Training; Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences; Nursing Administration; Pre-Medical Studies; Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
History
History
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services
Criminal Justice/Safety
Legal Professions And Studies
Legal Assistant/Paralegal; Pre-Law Studies
Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities
General Studies; Humanities
Natural Resources And Conservation
Environmental Studies
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies
Kinesiology and Exercise Science; Sport And Fitness Administration/Management
Philosophy And Religious Studies
Philosophy
Physical Sciences
Chemistry
Psychology
Psychology
Social Sciences
International Relations and Affairs; Sociology
Visual And Performing Arts
Dance; Dramatic/Theater Arts; Fine and Studio Arts Management; Fine/Studio Arts; Music

 

 

6,174 undergraduate students, 71% women, 29% men, 20% transferred in

9% live on campus

 

Housing: On-campus residence required through sophomore year
Options: Coed, disabled students, Campus housing is university owned. Freshman campus housing is guaranteed
Activities: Drama/theater group, student-run newspaper, radio station, choral group, Pre-Pharmacy Society, Pre-Med Society, Kappa Sigma, Delta Phi Epsilon, PASA, national fraternities, national sororities
Most popular organizations: Pre-Pharmacy Society, Pre-Med Society, Kappa Sigma, Delta Phi Epsilon, PASA
Campus security: 24-hour emergency response devices and patrols, late-night transport/escort service, controlled dormitory access, shuttle bus service
Student services: Health clinic, personal/psychological counseling, women's center

Special study options: Academic remediation for entering students, adult/continuing education programs, advanced placement credit, distance learning, double majors, honors programs, independent study, internships, off-campus study, part-time degree program, services for LD students, study abroad, summer session for credit
Unusual degree programs: 3-2 business administration; marine biology, occupational therapy, criminal justice, psychology, mental health counseling, speech language pathology, computer science, education, physical therapy
School Calendar: Trimesters

 

Total: 1,694
Full-time: 43% full-time
Student/faculty ratio: 22:1

 

Member: NCAA, Division: All Division II

Baseball (m), basketball, crew (w), cross-country running, golf, soccer, softball (w), swimming and diving, tennis (w), track and field, volleyball (w)

Cheerleading (w)

Basketball M/W, football M/W, golf M/W, racquetball M/W, soccer M/W, softball M/W, ultimate Frisbee M/W, volleyball M/W

Baseball M(s), basketball M(s)/W(s), cheerleading W, crew W(s), cross-country running M(s)/W(s), golf M(s)/W(s), soccer M(s)/W(s), softball W(s), swimming and diving M(s)/W(s), tennis W(s), track and field M(s)/W(s), volleyball W(s)

 

 

Main Library Name: Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information Technology Center
Other Library: 4
Collection: 986,227 titles; 86,612 serial subscriptions; 48,855 audiovisual materials
Endowment: $54.2 million