Nova Southeastern University
Founded by a group of local businessmen over breakfast, Nova Southeastern University is a 4-year private university in southeast Florida and an Hispanic-serving institution. NSU is home to 18 colleges and schools conferring undergraduate degrees in 50 academic majors and 50 minors. Utilizing its location, NSU hosts the Halmos College of Natural Sciences and Oceanography which undertakes projects such as coral reef restoration. For recreation, NSU offers scuba diving instructional courses at its on-campus aquatics facility.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted. | November 1 | |
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 1 | May 1 |
| Fall Regular Decision | February 1 | May 1 |
Admitted Student Stats
19%
Submitting ACT
48%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 25
Average SAT Composite: 1178
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
20,948
Total Number of Undergrads
6,971
Classroom Sizes
0
100
54%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
62%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
17:1
US National: 21:1Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $37,080 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $37,080 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $15,950 |
| Books and Supplies | $2128 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
73%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
39%
Average Aid Per Year
$23,958
39%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,573
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$18,205
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
44%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$8,180
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$17,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$227
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
100
Size of Town
Suburb or town
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Housing
0
100
26%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Sharks
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Miami
West Palm Beach
Orlando
Tampa
Atlanta
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
85%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$55,600
What Students Are Saying
Campus is super beautiful and people are nice. NSU is growing at a fast rate and will be a leading university in Fl in the near future. However, there are some problems that they need to work on.
Bryce from Fort Lauderdale, FL
It was my privilege to be accepted by the Nova Southeastern University pre-law program, but Nova has a degree program for almost everyone. Its science programs, especially in the area of oceanography, are second to none. My objective is to attend the Shepard Broad School of Law at Nova, however, many highly acclaimed graduate programs are available.
Eugene from Coral Springs, FL
Nova Southeastern seems like an amazing school to spend college at. Im looking forward to visiting the campus and applying!
Valentina from Drexel Hill, PA
NOVA has some of the best teachers that care for their students.
NOVA gives students opportunities to excel with the various resources offered such as, mock interviews and free tutoring.
NOVA might be expensive but everything they have to offer makes it worth what were paying.
NOVA gives students opportunities to excel with the various resources offered such as, mock interviews and free tutoring.
NOVA might be expensive but everything they have to offer makes it worth what were paying.
Omar from Miramar, FL
Nova Southeastern University is an excellent choice for any child who wants to go to college. Moreover, the class sizes are extremely small and they give you value for your money.
Peta-Gaye from Coral Springs, FL
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