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An Ocean of Opportunities
The heart and soul of Nova Southeastern University is our academic power. The university has earned national and international rankings for the quality of its 150+ degree programs.
Few other universities span NSU’s range of education on a single campus. An award-winning early childhood education center. A respected college prep school. Innovative undergraduate degree programs with clear paths to a master’s, doctorate or career. Respected graduate and professional programs in law, medicine, nursing, dentistry, business, oceanography, psychology, education, computer and information sciences, and more. It’s all here.
The NSU Florida experience is so much more than taking classes to earn a degree. It’s esteemed professors who become lifelong mentors. It’s supportive staff who care about your success and guide your path to help you achieve it.
It’s small classes with big impact, the excitement and camaraderie of a tight-knit campus community, and the incredible beauty of our destination location. It’s a one-of-a-kind, career-driven, life-changing education.
150 Programs. 80 Degree Winters.
In today’s competitive world, you need an edge. Whether you’re interested in a career in business, health care, education, computer science, or just about any other field, you’ll get that edge at NSU. With the help of professors who care and an experiential learning portfolio to showcase all the real-world skills you’ll gain; you’ll have everything you need to succeed.
And if you’re not sure what major is right for you, this is a great place to start. We’ll guide you through NSU’s programs and help you find one that fits you interests and goals.
Premier Programs
Future-focused options for driven students.
NSU’s Premier Programs are designed for the next generation of leaders and change agents. Most of these prestigious programs include generous scholarships and many other benefits.
If you are motivated and career-oriented, a Premier Program could help accelerate your success. And since every program offers a scholarship, you can focus more on making the most of college and less on how to pay for it.
Dual Admission
Reserve your seat in one of NSU's graduate or professional programs while you earn your bachelor's degree.
The Fischler Academy
You'll earn a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in education in just four years, and you're guaranteed a job.
Huizenga Business Innovation Academy
Earn your bachelor's degree and an M.B.A. in just four years.
Hochberg-Miniaci Razor's Edge Scholars
This program gives you unique hands-on experiences both inside the classroom and beyond.
Presidential Scholars
This prestigious scholarship opportunity is based on outstanding academic achievement and covers up to full tuition.
Find Your Faculty Mentor at NSU
Learn from experts who invest in your success.
NSU’s academic power is brought to you by exceptional, always-accessible faculty members who are committed to your success. They maintain an open-door policy when it comes to helping you. With support from NSU—in the classroom, research lab, and elsewhere—they’re able to take you on an academic exploration. What you learn is always grounded in real-world experience and focused on outcomes.
Classes are small, so your professors get to know you, your strengths, and the areas where you may need a little extra help. And since our faculty members are active in their fields, both in research and with professional connections, you’ll learn from the people who not only know the real world but are also helping to shape it.
My professor, Dr. Hirons, convinced me I was smart enough and had the work ethic to study veterinary science. Under her mentorship, I've basically been planning my whole future.
Bairon M. | Marine Biology
I started an internship with Passions Hard Rock Casino that I got because of my work with Mako Radio at NSU.
Marlene G. | Communication
Practice Makes Perfect
Stand out from the rest with your experience—and your portfolio.
At NSU, you’ll find a world of hands-on opportunities to enrich your academic life and reach your professional and personal goals. You’ll find these opportunities in your classes, internships, research labs, and even the clubs and organizations you join. As you gain experience and new skills, you’ll add more to your Experiential Education and Learning (ExEL) portfolio—a resume-boosting tool that can give you an edge in your future job or grad school interviews.
Undergraduate Student Outcome Survey Highlights
Enter the professional world as a force of nature. Join fellow Sharks in pursuing advanced degrees and careers across the globe and 30+ states. The sky's the limit for NSU grads.
Everything You'll Need to Succeed
Your advisers will help you plan your path and reach your goals.
Navigating college and your future career on your own can get overwhelming. At NSU, we are here with you every step of the way. Along with our attentive professors and caring staff, you’ll have official advisers—an academic adviser for your classes and a career coach to plan for your future. We're here to help you make a plan for your future—and then make it a reality.
