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Keiser University - Ft. Lauderdale
- 1500 NW 49th St.
- Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
- OPEID College Code: 02151900
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- General Phone: (954) 776-4476
- Chancellor: Dr. Arthur Keiser
- Website: www.keiseruniversity.edu
- Type: Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's Degree
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 11,548
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered State Approved for Certification
- Mission Statement
- Keiser University is a regionally accredited, private, career university offering master, bachelor and associate degrees. The main campus is located in Fort Lauderdale with additional campuses located throughout the State of Florida and internationally. The University's degrees are offered both campus-based and through web based distance learning. Keiser University prepares graduates for careers in business, criminal justice, health care, technology, hospitality and education. All degree programs provide students with a general education foundation for career-focused professional skills.
Inherent in our Mission is service to the community. This service includes community partnerships, involvement with various constituencies and various continuing education programs.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Private For-Profit 4-Year Primarily Associates
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Large Two-Year
- Admission Fees Fall 2006
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Required
- TOEFL Required
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2006
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 1,555 | 3,839 | 5,394 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 876 (56%) | 2,020 (53%) | 2,896 (54%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 876 (100%) | 2,020 (100%) | 2,896 (100%) |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 100%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 100% | 75% | 32% | 72% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,625 | $2,849 | $1,346 | $603 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 7.4% | 5.5% | 7.6% |
| Number in Default | 415 | 218 | 202 |
| Number in Repayment | 5,539 | 3,902 | 2,629 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $13,256 | $12,440 | $11,832 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $13,256 | $12,440 | $11,832 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,976 | $5,976 | $5,976 |
| Other Expenses | $3,920 | $3,920 | $3,920 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,616 | $3,920 | $2,616 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $14,656 | $13,840 | $13,232 |
| Out of State | $14,656 | $13,840 | $13,232 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $24,552 | $23,736 | $23,128 |
| Out of State | $24,552 | $23,736 | $23,128 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $17,272 | $16,456 | $15,848 |
| Out of State | $17,272 | $16,456 | $15,848 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 11,548 Undergraduate: 11,498 Graduate: 50
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 3,385 Female: 8,163
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 3,364 Female: 8,134
- Graduate Gender Male: 21 Female: 29
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 7,619 Part-Time: 3,929
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 7,601 Part-Time: 3,897
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 18 Part-Time: 32
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 142 | 1% |
| American Indian | 52 | 0.5% |
| Black | 2,950 | 26% |
| Asian | 225 | 2% |
| Hispanic | 2,641 | 23% |
| White | 5,528 | 48% |
| Unknown | 10 | 0.09% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 60 | 0.5% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,254 | 11% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,605 | 14% |
| Ages 22-24 | 1,965 | 17% |
| Ages 25-29 | 2,678 | 23% |
| Ages 30-34 | 1,554 | 13% |
| Ages 35-39 | 1,038 | 9% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1,063 | 9% |
| Ages 50-65 | 288 | 2% |
| Age Over 65 | 4 | 0.03% |
| Age Uknown | 39 | 0.3% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1,568 | 959 | 609 |
| Faculty Status | 826 | 341 | 485 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 826 | 341 | 485 |
| Primarily Instruction | 826 | 341 | 485 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 156 | 156 | - |
| Other Professionals | 364 | 360 | 4 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 222 | 102 | 120 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 191 | 78 | 113 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 18 | 11 | 7 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $53,543 (341) | $54,162 (162) | $52,983 (179) |
| Instructor | $53,543 (341) | $54,162 (162) | $52,983 (179) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $43,809 (341) | $44,316 (162) | $43,351 (179) |
| Instructor | $43,809 (341) | $44,316 (162) | $43,351 (179) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 95%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 32%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 55% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 60% |
| Female | 52% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 100% |
| American Indian | 40% |
| Black | 59% |
| Asian | 43% |
| Hispanic | 52% |
| White | 61% |
| Unknown | 35% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 1 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
