Nova Southeastern University

Fort Lauderdale, FL • private • II | Sunshine State Conference

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Suburban

Student Population

Undergrad: 7,635 • Total: 23,575

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

3300 S. University Drive
Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Website

www.nova.edu

Region

Southeast

Carnegie Classification

R2: Doctoral Universities – High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 2,132 (27.9%) • Female: 5,503 (72.1%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	879	11.5%
Black/African American	1,175	15.4%
Hispanic/Latino	2,595	34.0%
White	2,103	27.5%
Two or More Races	225	2.9%
International	449	5.9%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

72.7%

12,805 admitted from 17,621 applicants

Standardized Testing Policy

Tests Required

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 540-660
Math: 510-650
Total: 1050-1310

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

21-28

Application Types Offered

EA ED I RD

Application Requirements

—

Application Fee

$50

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

EA:	11/01/2025
ED I:	11/01/2025
RD:	02/01/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

64.3%

4-Year Graduation Rate

57.9%

Freshman Retention Rate

76.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

8.7:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$56,468

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $37,500

Room & Board

$16,840

Books & Supplies

$2,128

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$26,603
$30,001-48,000	$27,048
$48,001-75,000	$29,953
$75,001-110,000	$34,277
$110,001+	$35,443

Students Receiving Pell Grants

93%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$32,756

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

II

Conference

Sunshine State Conference

Men's Sports (6)

Baseball Basketball Golf Soccer Swimming Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

Women's Sports (9)

Basketball Golf Rowing Soccer Softball Swimming Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball

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Common questions about Nova Southeastern University

What is Nova Southeastern University's acceptance rate?

Nova Southeastern University accepts 73% of applicants, from 17,621 applications.

How much does Nova Southeastern University cost?

Tuition and fees are $37,500. Families earning under $30,000 pay $26,603 on average after aid.

Does Nova Southeastern University require SAT or ACT scores?

Nova Southeastern University requires SAT or ACT scores for admission.

What ACT score do you need for Nova Southeastern University?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 21 and 28 on the ACT.

What is Nova Southeastern University's graduation rate?

64% of students graduate within six years.