Nova Southeastern University’s Premier Programs are designed for the next generation of top achievers and leaders, health care heroes and researchers, and influencers and entrepreneurs. These programs offer opportunities to dive deep into your field and gain hands-on experience that gives you an edge. Whatever you're passionate about, these exclusive opportunities provide open waters for exploring your interests and reaching your goals.
Make lifelong friends who share your passions. Learn leadership skills. Land a spot early in a prestigious graduate school. Accelerate your career with bachelor's and master's degrees. Whatever your goal, you'll rise to meet it here.
Most of these prestigious programs include generous scholarships and many other benefits. They also require a supplemental application plus an interview during Shark Preview, an enhanced, multi-day admitted student experience. Read on for more details.
NSU has great professors with practical experience in their fields. Having access to their training and top-notch facilities has given me a head start on dental school.
Argenis F. | Biology, Pre-Dental
You’ll want to check out our virtual information sessions for these programs that’ll help you decide which opportunity is the right fit for you.
Reserve your seat in one of NSU's graduate or professional schools while you earn your bachelor's degree. If you're laser-focused on your future, a Dual Admission program gives you a head start along with an annual $2,000 scholarship. Hochberg-Miniaci Razor's Edge Scholars Dive deep into what you love with hands-on learning experiences.
Go beyond the classroom through innovative co-curricular projects and opportunities. These $1,000 scholarship programs are a perfect complement to any career path, including health professions, technology, education, business, the arts, and beyond. Students within the Hochberg-Miniaci Razor's Edge program are encouraged to live on campus.
Build your own business on campus-while earning a bachelor's and an M.B.A. in four years with an annual $1,000 stackable scholarship. Tap into a state-of-the-art makerspace in one of the most start-up friendly regions in the country. Network and build real-world skills to kick-start your entrepreneurial adventure.
The top incoming freshmen admitted to NSU will be invited to campus to interview for this scholarship program. Accepted students can receive an award for full tuition.
Home to the top 10% at NSU, the Farquhar Honors Program is designed for high-achieving students like you who thirst for knowledge and crave a personalized college experience. Join an honors society and explore exclusive learning opportunities. Create meaningful relationships with professors, design original research, and publish a thesis to share your ideas and create change in the world. Get the attention you deserve.
By the end of the experience, most visiting students don’t want to leave. This is more than a college visit—it's a sneak peek into Shark life.
Shark Preview is a chance for admitted students to get to know NSU—and for us to get to know you. Premier Program applicants and their families are invited to visit campus and experience what it’s like to be a Shark Family on campus.
During this exclusive event, you’ll meet with professors, attend campus events with student leaders and get to know other admitted students from all over the world. You’ll get a head start on learning your way around campus and building connections with other talented students who share your drive and passion.
Interviews for Premier Programs also happen during Shark Preview. Curious about what to expect? You can visit the Shark Preview page for tips and information about what a typical interview covers.
One thing you’ll learn about NSU is that we take your success seriously. Our dedicated advisers help students like you meet their goals.
You don’t even have to be enrolled to connect with your first NSU adviser: your admissions counselor. They can answer any questions you have and get you started on the application process when you’re ready.
Here at NSU, you are not a number. You become part of the Shark family. You’ll build genuine relationships that give you an edge in today’s competitive world.
Katie Chin, M.S. | Director of Admissions
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