University Overview
Founded in 1964, Nova Southeastern University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Fort Lauderdale (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Florida. This institution also has branch campuses in Miami, Orlando, Ft. Myers, Tampa, Palm Beach, Jacksonville and Nassau. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Nova Southeastern University (NSU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Nova Southeastern University (NSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 61-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. NSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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| Name | Nova Southeastern University |
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| Acronym | NSU |
| Founded | 1964 |
| Motto | Engage, Inspire, Achieve |
| Colours | Navy blue and gray |
| Mascot | Shark |
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| Address | 3301 College Avenue Fort Lauderdale 33314-7796 Florida United States |
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(954) 262 7300 |
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(954) 262 3800 |
| Other locations | Miami, Orlando, Ft. Myers, Tampa, Palm Beach, Jacksonville and Nassau |
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