NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY (NSU)
- 3301 College Ave
- Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314
- OPEID College Code: 00150900
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- General Phone: (954) 262-7300
- President: Ray Ferrero Jr
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Trimester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research & Professional
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 29,153
- College Alias: NSU
- College Mascot: Sharks
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Nova Southeastern University (NSU) is a private research university that includes graduate and professional schools on its campus in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. NSU offers over 40 undergraduate degree programs, and many more graduate degree programs at the master's and doctoral levels.
NSU is known for its excellent faculty who are still actively engaged in their professional careers in the field as well as their teaching careers. NSU is also notable for the fact that more African American and Hispanic students earn their doctoral degrees there than any other university in the nation.
NSU offers excellent facilities and cutting-edge technology, and a beautiful, 300-acre campus setting. It is nationally recognized for its graduate and professional training programs, as well as for its distance learning programs, with field-based programs located in Florida and 23 states, as well as in a number of international sites.
History
Nova Southeastern University was founded in 1964 as "Nova University." It began as a very small school focusing primarily on the physical and social sciences. In 1994, Nova University merged with Southeastern University of Health Sciences and became Nova Southeastern University. The school has grown to become the nation's seventh largest independent university, and its programs now include law, education, business computer science, oceanography, medicine, pharmacy, optometry, and more.
Academics
Nova Southeastern University's academic calendar follows the semester format, with fall and winter semesters. Summer classes are available.
Colleges, Schools and Centers
- Center for Psychological Studies
- College of Allied Health and Nursing
- College of Dental Medicine
- College of Medical Sciences
- College of Optometry
- College of Osteopathic Medicine
- College of Pharmacy
- Criminal Justice Institute
- Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences
- Fischler School of Education and Human Services
- Graduate School of Computer and Information Sciences
- Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences
- H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship
- Human Services Unit
- Mailman Segal Center for Human Development
- Oceanographic Center
- Shepard Broad Law Center
- University School
In addition to its colleges, schools and centers, NSU has several research and professional education institutes that include:
- Brief Therapy Institute
- Criminal Justice Institute
- The Eye Institute
- Guy Harvey Research Institute
- Hudson Institute of Entrepreneurship and Executive Education
- Huizenga Sales Institute
- International Institute for Franchise Education
- The Language Institute
- Lifelong Learning Institute
- National Coral Reef Institute
- Rumbaugh-Goodwin Institute for Cancer Research
Student Life
More than 70 student clubs and organizations are available on the NSU campus. There is also a strong student government program, several active fraternities and sororities, and intramural sports, among other activities. More information about how to get involved in a campus program is available at the NSU Office of Student Leadership and Civic Engagement.
In addition, the Campus Recreation Department offers many on-campus fitness and wellness classes such as spinning and Pilates, among others.
Student housing is available on campus, all rooms with private bathrooms and wireless Internet service, and there are many on-campus dining services available as well.
Athletics
The "Sharks" athletic teams of Nova Southeaster University compete in 17 intercollegiate sports, with 10 women's and 7 men's teams that include:
Men's Sports:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving
- Track and Field
Women's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming & Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Satellite Campuses
In addition to its main, Fort Lauderdale-Davie Campus in Florida, NSU has satellite campuses at the following locations:
- East Campus, Fort Lauderdale, FL (six miles from the main campus)
- Oceanographic Center Campus, Dania Beach, FL
- North Miami Beach Campus, North Miami Beach, FL
In addition to its satellite campuses, NSU has several "Student Education Centers" that allow students to study through a combination of online learning, video conferencing and onsite access to NSU staff and learning resources. NSU has Student Education Centers in the following locations:
- Nassau, Bahamas
- Fort Myers, FL
- Jacksonville, FL
- Miami, FL
- Miramar, FL
- Orlando, FL
- Palm Beach, FL
- Tampa, FL
Community Life
South Florida has a very warm, temperate climate that makes it easy to enjoy outdoor recreation. The areas around NSU offer opportunities to enjoy hiking, biking fishing, boating, windsurfing and concerts and festivals. There are beaches, or the Florida Everglades, within 15-30 minutes of the main campus. Many sports arenas, restaurants, shopping spots and entertainment venues are available in the area.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- Website
- www.nova.edu
- Mission Statement
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- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- Grants Medical Degree
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Doctoral/Research Universities
- Undergraduate Classification Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Doctoral, Professional Dominant
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Higher Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Majority Graduate/Professional
- Size Classification Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.nova.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Recommendation Consideration Recommended
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Recommended
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 1,389 | 2,735 | 4,124 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 675 (49%) | 1,174 (43%) | 1,849 (45%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 226 (33%) | 353 (30%) | 579 (31%) |
| Number | Percent (%) | |
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| SAT ® Exam | 317 | 69% |
| ACT ® Exam | 192 | 42% |
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 460 | 550 |
| SAT ® Math | 450 | 560 |
| SAT ® Writing | 440 | 550 |
| ACT ® Composite | 19 | 23 |
| ACT ® English | 18 | 23 |
| ACT ® Math | 18 | 23 |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: NSU Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 95%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 62% | 41% | 65% | 82% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $8,738 | $5,028 | $4,887 | $6,102 |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 1.8% | 2.0% | 0.8% |
| Number in Default | 141 | 151 | 115 |
| Number in Repayment | 7,539 | 7,317 | 13,552 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $21,100 | $20,350 | $19,500 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $21,100 | $20,350 | $19,500 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $21,100 | $20,350 | $19,500 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,200 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,634 | $8,360 | $7,902 |
| Other Expenses | $3,338 | $3,046 | $4,698 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,634 | $8,360 | $11,520 |
| Other Expenses | $6,318 | $4,845 | $4,698 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $6,318 | $4,845 | $4,698 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $34,572 | $33,256 | $33,300 |
| In-State | $34,572 | $33,256 | $33,300 |
| Out of State | $34,572 | $33,256 | $33,300 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $37,552 | $35,055 | $36,918 |
| In-State | $37,552 | $35,055 | $36,918 |
| Out of State | $37,552 | $35,055 | $36,918 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $28,918 | $26,695 | $25,398 |
| In-State | $28,918 | $26,695 | $25,398 |
| Out of State | $28,918 | $26,695 | $25,398 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 29,153 Undergraduate: 5,867 Graduate: 23,286
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 8,666 Female: 20,487
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,631 Female: 4,236
- Graduate Gender Male: 7,035 Female: 16,251
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 14,847 Part-Time: 14,306
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 3,878 Part-Time: 1,989
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 10,969 Part-Time: 12,317
| Number | Percent | |
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| Non-Resident Alien | 920 | 3% |
| American Indian | 103 | 0.4% |
| Black | 7,868 | 27% |
| Asian | 1,505 | 5% |
| Hispanic | 5,801 | 20% |
| White | 11,415 | 39% |
| Unknown | 1,541 | 5% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 22 | 0.08% |
| Ages 18-19 | 899 | 3% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,254 | 4% |
| Ages 22-24 | 4,240 | 15% |
| Ages 25-29 | 7,359 | 25% |
| Ages 30-34 | 4,323 | 15% |
| Ages 35-39 | 3,389 | 12% |
| Ages 40-49 | 4,653 | 16% |
| Ages 50-65 | 2,803 | 10% |
| Age Over 65 | 90 | 0.3% |
| Age Unknown | 121 | 0.4% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 4,334 | 3,220 | 1,114 |
| Faculty Status | 1,713 | 712 | 1,001 |
| Tenured Faculty | 30 | 30 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 1,821 | 795 | 1,026 |
| Primarily Instruction | 1,713 | 712 | 1,001 |
| Primarily Research | 76 | 51 | 25 |
| Primarily Public Service | 32 | 32 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 505 | 493 | 12 |
| Other Professionals | 819 | 807 | 12 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 1,189 | 1,125 | 64 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 775 | 724 | 51 |
| Skilled Crafts | 25 | 25 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 92 | 92 | - |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $91,196 (202) | $91,505 (124) | $90,705 (78) |
| Professor | $118,746 (74) | $116,809 (46) | $121,926 (28) |
| Associate Professor | $84,483 (51) | $83,764 (34) | $85,921 (17) |
| Assistant Professor | $70,763 (66) | $71,816 (39) | $69,241 (27) |
| Instructor | $52,108 (6) | $51,576 (2) | $52,375 (4) |
| Lecturer | $68,574 (5) | $73,813 (3) | $60,715 (2) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $88,398 (199) | $96,767 (101) | $79,774 (98) |
| Professor | $134,063 (35) | $137,346 (25) | $125,856 (10) |
| Associate Professor | $81,440 (128) | $85,556 (63) | $77,451 (65) |
| Assistant Professor | $72,548 (25) | $73,569 (12) | $71,606 (13) |
| Instructor | $60,091 (11) | $66,897 (1) | $59,410 (10) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $81,832 (401) | $85,970 (225) | $76,543 (176) |
| Professor | $115,838 (109) | $115,248 (71) | $116,939 (38) |
| Associate Professor | $71,720 (179) | $74,826 (97) | $68,045 (82) |
| Assistant Professor | $67,630 (91) | $69,081 (51) | $65,779 (40) |
| Instructor | $50,205 (17) | $52,629 (3) | $49,685 (14) |
| Lecturer | $68,574 (5) | $73,813 (3) | $60,715 (2) |
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| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $3,121,832 | $1,193,921 | $1,927,911 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 38% | 62% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 275 | 127 | 148 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 261 | 120 | 141 |
| Baseball | 42 | 42 | - |
| Basketball | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Golf | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Rowing | 32 | - | 32 |
| Soccer | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Softball | 16 | - | 16 |
| Tennis | 9 | - | 9 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Volleyball | 14 | - | 14 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $37,334 | $36,388 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $21,700 | $23,672 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Baseball | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
| Basketball | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Golf | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Rowing | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Soccer | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Tennis | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 69%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 38%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 36% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 35% |
| Female | 37% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 42% |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 20% |
| Asian | 56% |
| Hispanic | 36% |
| White | 39% |
| Unknown | 43% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 22% |
| 5 Years | 31% |
| 6 Years | 36% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
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| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Weapons Related | 1 | - |
| Drug Related | 3 | 1 |
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 2 | 1 |
| Drug Related | 3 | 2 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | - |
| Burglary | 5 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 2 | - |
| Robbery | - | 2 |
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | 1 |
| Burglary | 8 | 9 |
| Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
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