Nova Southeastern University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Nova Southeastern University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Nova Southeastern University is a medium-sized private university located on a suburban campus in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 7,219, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 73%. The university offers 65 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 64%, and a student-faculty ratio of 17:1. Tuition and fees for students are $35,880.
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- #4 Ranked in Best Online Colleges in Florida 2024
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile21-28
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1050-1310
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
21k
Students enrolled
56%
Online student enrollment
17:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
9%
Unknown
1%
Black
5%
Hispanic
12%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
2%
Asian
4%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
38% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
264
Total Online Enrollment
11,629
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.56% online, 44% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
0% On-campus
100% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate100% online
Bachelor's100% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's100% online
Doctorate100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $35,880 | $35,880 |
| Graduate | $22,890 | $22,890 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $2,128 |
| On-campus room and board | $15,950 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,034 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $18,018 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,034 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,034 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $56,992 | $56,992 |
| Off-campus without family | $59,060 | $59,060 |
| Off-campus with family | $41,042 | $41,042 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
39%
State Grant Aid
47%
Institution Grant Aid
99%
Pell Grant
38%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$24k
Average student debtafter graduation
$48k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | Engineering. | |||
| 7 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 8 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 9 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 10 | History. | |||
| 11 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 12 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 13 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 14 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 15 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 16 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 17 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 18 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 19 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 20 | Psychology. | |||
| 21 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 22 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 23 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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