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Dip Your Toe Into Life at NSU
With a campus this beautiful in such an incredible location, it really must be seen to (almost) be believed.
It’s one thing to read about our amazing programs, living-learning community, and state-of-the-art facilities. But it’s an entirely different experience to walk across campus (most likely wearing shorts and flip-flops, no matter the time of year), talk to professors in your programs of interest, and ask current students questions about life at NSU.
On-campus living is a huge part of the college experience. You’ll meet new people from all over the world, and you’ll make lasting friendships that will define your life.
Plus, when you live on campus, everything is convenient. Walk over to a friend's place to hang out. Stop by the library to get some work done. Attend an athletic event right outside your room. Go to Starbucks at midnight for a study break. Participate in a variety of club and organizational events in the halls.
Keep reading to explore where you could live, eat, and play as an NSU Shark. Welcome to the Shark Life!
What’s So Great About Living on Campus?
Convenience. Friends. Peace of mind.
Living on campus provides easier access to professors, clubs, activities, and meals without having to worry about traffic, the cost of gas, or returning to campus for nighttime events.
You don’t have to worry about paying utility bills or shopping for groceries. That’s more time you can spend in the RecPlex or at the beach.
Residence halls are also a great place to make lifelong friends. Where else can you bond with people from all over the world who are just as smart and driven as you are?
My friends from home came down to visit last Spring Break and said, ‘You actually go to a resort. This is not what a college campus looks like.
Sarah P. | Marketing, Management
You Could Call This Home
Explore NSU's Residence Halls
What are NSU’s Dorms like?
The Commons is a suite-style dorm. Suites include 4 or 5 single or double occupancy bedrooms and two bathrooms. Residents have easy access to dynamic living and learning spaces.
Live the Suite Life
Discover The Commons, a place where living and learning meet.
Many freshmen and sophomores choose to live in The Commons. This coed, state-of-the-art, living learning community includes more than 500 student beds, various classrooms and meeting spaces, community living rooms, 16 community living rooms, 16 study rooms, and plenty of indoor and outdoor common space.
The Commons is unique and dynamic for the inclusion of living-learning spaces within a community. The 16 community living rooms have comfortable furnishings that create social spaces for students to conduct study sessions, group meetings or to congregate with friends.
Eat Where You Want
The flexible NSU meal plan applies to more than just dining halls.
All students who live on campus are required to enroll in a meal plan. These plans work on a declining balance (DB) system—just like a debit account.
You can use your funds at any Shark Dining location, which includes dining halls as well as popular restaurants like Subway, Einstein Brothers, Sushi Maki, and more.
Vegetarian or vegan? You’ll find plenty of plant-based menu options across campus.
My favorite place on campus is the backyard of The Flight Deck. Its cabanas hold a lot of people so it's the perfect place for a group study session.
Joshua A. | Behavioral Neuroscience
What's For Dinner? Glad You Asked.
See What's on the Menu
“Always Something New Going On”
Listen to current students talk about what they do for fun on campus. You’ll see that there’s something for everyone here.
Stay Busy On Campus
Clubs. Sports. Events. There’s always something to do at NSU.
Almost any night of the week, you can find something fun to do at NSU. Between the Division of Student Affairs and student-led clubs and organizations, there’s always some kind of event happening on campus.
Not in an event mood? There are plenty of places on campus to exercise, relax or soak up some culture. The RecPlex is a great place to knock out some reps. The Medicinal Garden is a quiet space that’s great for reflection. The Art Museum could spark your creativity.
What Is There To Do On NSU's Campus?
Explore Popular Recreational Areas at Our Fort Lauderdale Campus
Our Home City Has it All
Work. Play. Networking. Recreation. It’s all here.
NSU takes full advantage of its friendly, safe Fort Lauderdale location to provide world-class educational experiences in a world-class destination. Our hometown is known for its vibrant economy, diverse ecosystems, and dazzling array of amenities and attractions.
You’ll have plenty of opportunities for sunbathing, bike riding, fishing, boating, and surfing. You can enjoy world-class food from around the world and the best in arts and entertainment. Endless open-air festivals and concerts. There are also great shopping malls and boutiques, just minutes from campus.
