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    Uni facts

    Fort Lauderdale, USA
    • Type
      Private
    • International students
      1282
    • Nationalities
      109
    • Total programs
      85

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    Study abroad at Nova Southeastern University

    Nova Southeastern University (NSU) is a private university based in Fort Lauderdale. Its main campus is the US town of Davie, Florida. The University offers a wide range of degree programs: students can choose from 150 degrees at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels.

    Undergraduate students can choose from more than 50 majors and 50 minors in the arts and sciences, business, education and nursing.

    The University’s postgraduate study focuses on some of the most popular fields in the country such as education, business, psychology, computer sciences, marine biology, criminal justice and health care.

    On campus at NSU students have access to NCAA Division II sports, student activities, on-campus dining, coffee shops, and a close-knit campus community with dorm accommodation. There are also events throughout the year like the Anything That Floats Raft Race, Community Fest, homecoming week, and regular sporting events.You’re only a 15-minute drive from the beach too.

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    Why study at NSU?

    • Small classes

      72% of classes at NSU have 20 students or less

    • Great location

      The University is minutes from the beach in a popular vacation spot

    Life as an international student

    The Office of International Affairs (OIA) at NSU promotes campus internationalization. They collaborate with faculty and staff to facilitate international education programs and initiatives, celebrate diversity, promote multiculturalism, and encourage the development of a global mindset.

    The Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) also supports international students with advice and information for any questions or issues you face during your time at NSU.

    There are more than 100 on-campus clubs and organizations, a powerful student government, socially active Greek life with many fraternities and sororities, pre-professional societies, and intramural sports you can get involved with. These are a great way to meet people and make new friends at the NSU.

    Student life & facilities

    Group of students planning a presentation in a living room
    • Library
      • Computer labs
      • Group Study Rooms
      • Quiet Areas
      • Museum
    • No. of All Weather Sports Pitches
      • No. of Swimming pools 1
      • No. of Baseball Pitches 1
      • No. of Golf Coursenumber 1
      • No. of Tennis Courts 1
      • No. of Climbing Wall 1
      • No. of Basketball Courts 1
      • No. of Athletics Track 1
      • No. of volleyball courts 1
    • Fitness Centre
      • Climbing Walls
      • Machines
      • Free Weights
      • Fitness Classes
      • Dance Studio
      • Swimming Pool
      • Personal Trainers
    • Food & Restaurants
      • Bars 1
      • Restaurants 8
      • Cafe’s 5
    • Transport
      • Bike Rental
      • Campus parking
      • On-Campus Shuttle
    • Healthcare & Medical
      • Travel Vaccinations
      • Minor Surgery
      • Campus Pharmacy
      • Counselling & Mental Health Services
      • Campus Doctor
      • Emergency Contraception
    • IT Support
      • Campus Wireless Connectivity
    • Clubs & Organisations
      • No. of Clubs & Organizations 120
    • Praying Rooms
      • Skills classes
      • Language Center
      • Group Praying Rooms
    • Sports Facilities
      • Sport facilities 10
      • No. of Natural Turf Soccer Pitches 1
    • Tutoring Support
      • Student Tutoring & Support
      • Academic Tutoring & Support

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    Fees and funding

    NSU offers many scholarships. Some are based on academic standing and leadership qualities, others on your major, grades, ethnicity, and any number of things that are special about you.

    Fee information

    • Undergraduate tuition: US$34,500 per year

    Funding

    Academic Performance Scholarship

    NSU awards undergraduate scholarships between US$10,000 and US$20,000 and transfer scholarships between US$11,000 and US$19,000 to international undergraduate students based on academic performance, and scholarships are awarded at point of admission. The average scholarship is US$12,000 per year and a GPA of 3.0 is automatic for the scholarship.

    NSU Dean's Scholarship

    A $5,000-$18,000 scholarship based on past academic achievement. All students are eligible for this scholarship when they apply to a Bachelor’s program at NSU. The award of this scholarship will be provided upon acceptance to a program and is awarded in Fall and Winter. Those selected earn the highest grades and present either the SAT or ACT scores.

    Razor's Edge Global Scholarship

    This scholarship is designed for domestic and international students entering college as first time freshmen who have a strong interest in global issues, international relations, global leadership, and cross-cultural understanding. The award amount is $24,000 ($20,000 tuition restricted, $3,500 campus housing, $500 meal plan).

    Qualifications

    • If selected, the razors edge scholarship supersedes the Dean’s Scholarship and other adjustments to need awards/tuition only awards
    • Students are required to live on campus

    Presidential Scholars

    This is a Full Tuition award program which is awarded by invitation only to top achieving high school students and does require SAT or ACT scores submitted during the admission process.

    Location

    Nova Southeastern University

    3301 College Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33314-7796

    With its warm climate, there's sunbathing, bike riding, fishing and surfing. Students will enjoy world-class food and the best in arts and entertainment. South Florida offers open-air festivals, concerts, shopping malls, all just minutes from campus. Professional teams like the Miami Heat, Miami Dolphins, Miami Marlins and Florida Panthers are all within a 30-minute drive.

    Visa requirements for Nova Southeastern University

    Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

    USA student visa requirements