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“Academic Excellence Is Our Standard. Academic Preeminence Is Our Goal.” ―Ray Ferrero, Jr., J.D. President “Academic excellence is our standard. Academic preeminence is our goal.” —Ray Ferrero, Jr., J.D. Chancellor

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“Academic Excellence Is Our Standard.Academic Preeminence Is Our Goal.”

―Ray Ferrero, Jr., J.D.President

“Academic excellence is our standard.Academic preeminence is our goal.”

—Ray Ferrero, Jr., J.D.Chancellor

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Welcome toNova Southeastern University

With more than 26,000 students,NSU ranks #6 in enrollment

among the nation’s 1,600 private, non-profitcolleges and universities.

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High-quality educational programs of distinction from preschool through professional anddoctoral levels

Preparation for lifelong learning andleadership roles

Academic programs offered at convenient times, employing innovative delivery systems and rich learning resources

Emphasis on acquiring and applying knowledge in clinical, community, and professional settings

Our Mission Sets Us Apart

High-quality educational programs of distinction from preschool through professional anddoctoral levels

Preparation for lifelong learning andleadership roles

Academic programs offered at convenient times and places, employing innovative delivery systems and rich learning resources

Emphasis on acquiring and applying knowledge in clinical, community, and professional settings

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A remarkable growth

In four decades, NSU has grown from 17 graduate students to more than 26,000 students

With more than 3,150 employees, the University is Broward County’s third largest private employer

Each year Nova Southeastern University awards more than 7,200 degrees

NSU has more than 100,000 alumni, residing in every state of the union, as well as 55 other countries

A Remarkable Growth

In four decades, NSU has grown from 17 graduate students to more than 26,000 students.

With more than 3,150 employees, the university is Broward County’s third largest private employer.

Each year, Nova Southeastern University awards more than 7,200 degrees.

NSU has more than 100,000 alumni, residing in every state of the union, as well as 55 other countries.

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NSU collaborates with local and national organizations, consortia, and agencies that add to the academic experience

Most of our professors have real world experience, allowing them to share both theory and practice with their students

NSU has formed partnerships with leading business and cultural organizations which help to provide hands on experience and mentorship

More than 1,000 members of the community volunteer on advisory boards, as speakers, and in other capacities at NSU

Our researchers pursue cutting-edge solutions that can be applied in the real world

Preparing Students for the Real World

NSU collaborates with local and national organizations, consortia, and agencies that add to the academic experience.

Most of our professors have real world experience, allowing them to share both theory and practice with their students.

NSU has formed partnerships with leading business and cultural organizations, which helps to provide hands-on experiences and mentorships.

More than 1,000 members of the community volunteer on advisory boards, as speakers, and in other capacities at NSU.

Our researchers pursue cutting-edge solutions that can be applied in the real world.

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At NSU, there are no teaching assistants used in our classrooms; classes are taught only by experienced faculty members

Professors are accessible to students and many are practicing professionals in their fields, teaching both theory and practice

85% hold doctoral or terminal degrees in their fields

A Personalized Learning Environment

At NSU, there are no teaching assistants used in our classrooms; classes are taught only by experienced faculty members.

Professors are accessible to students and many are practicing professionals in their fields, teaching both theory and practice.

85% of our faculty members hold doctoral or terminal degrees in their fields.

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16 Centers, Colleges, and Schools

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Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences

The small class sizes, averaging 22 students, and an accessible faculty offer a unique learning environment.

The Dual Admissions Program offers qualified students simultaneous admission into NSU graduate programs.

The Honors Program offers access to a unique interdisciplinary intellectual community.

More than 70% of pre-med and pre-law students were accepted into medical and law schools.

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Undergraduate Programs

American Studies, B.A.

Applied Professional Studies, B.S. (8 concentrations)

Athletic Training, B.S.

Biology (pre-med), B.S.

Communications Studies, B.A.

Computer InformationSystems, B.S.

Computer Science, B.S.

Criminal Justice, B.S.

English, B.A.

Environmental Science/Studies, B.S.

History, B.A.

Humanities, B.A.

International Studies, B.A.

Legal Studies (pre-law), B.S.

Marine Biology, B.S.

Paralegal Studies, B.S.

Psychology, B.S.

Theatre, B.A.

Master’s Program

Writing, M.A.

Degrees Offered

Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences

Undergraduate Programs

American Studies, B.A.

Applied Professional Studies, B.S. (8 concentrations)

Athletic Training, B.S.

Biology (pre-med), B.S.

Communications Studies, B.A.

Computer InformationSystems, B.S.

Computer Science, B.S.

Criminal Justice, B.S.

English, B.A.

Environmental Science/Studies, B.S.

History, B.A.

Humanities, B.A.

International Studies, B.A.

Legal Studies (pre-law), B.S.

Marine Biology, B.S.

Paralegal Studies, B.S.

Psychology, B.S.

Theatre, B.A.

Master’s Program

Writing, M.A.

Degrees Offered

Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences

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H. Wayne Huizenga Schoolof Business and Entrepreneurship

The professors have been and/or remain active in the business community.

The school is home to the largest M.B.A. program in Florida.

The school provides a state-of-the-art, wireless learning environment.

The curriculum features access to distinguished lecture series and business mentors.

The school offers collaborative programs with the Law Center and Health Professions Division.

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H. Wayne Huizenga Schoolof Business and Entrepreneurship

Undergraduate Programs Accounting, B.S. Business Administration,

B.S. Economics, B.S. Finance, B.S. Marketing, B.S. Management, B.S. Sport and Recreation

Management, B.S.

Master’s Programs Accounting, M.Acc. Business Administration, M.B.A. Business Administration in

Entrepreneurship, M.B.A. Business Administration in

Finance, M.B.A. Business Administration in Real

Estate Development, M.B.A. Human Resource Management,

M.S./HRM International Business

Administration, M.I.B.A. Leadership, M.S. Public Administration, M.P.A. Taxation, M. Tax Business Administration in Real

Estate Development, M.B.A

Doctoral Program Business

Administration, D.B.A.

Degrees Offered

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Oceanographic Center

Ecologically oriented graduate education in the marine and coastal sciences focusing on the preservation of the ocean and coastal biological and physical resources

Recognized as a leader in oceanographic research, with grants in excess of $20 million

Home to the National Coral Reef Institute

Served as local organizers and host to the 11th International Coral Reef Symposium 2008, a major international scientific conference providing the latest knowledge about coral reefs worldwide

Home to the Guy Harvey Research Institute, which concentrates on the conservation of the world’s fisheries and marine biodiversity

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Oceanographic Center

Degrees Offered

Doctoral Programs

Oceanography/Marine Biology, Ph.D.

Master’s Programs

Coastal Zone Management, M.S.

Marine Biology, M.S.

Marine Environmental Science, M.S.

Oceanographic Center

Degrees Offered

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Shepard Broad Law Center

Twice rated #1 “Most Wired” law school and among the top three on the 2005 Technology Honor Roll by The National Jurist

Ranked by The Princeton Review as one of the top 7 “Best Environments for Minority Students”

Dual law programs with universities in Barcelona, Spain and Venice, Italy

More than 7,400 successful alumni

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Professional Programs

Education Law, M.S.

Employment Law, M.S.

Health Law, M.S.

Juris Doctorate

Degrees Offered

Shepard Broad Law Center

Professional Programs

Juris Doctorate, J.D.

Education Law, M.S.

Employment Law, M.S.

Health Law, M.S.

Degrees Offered

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College of Osteopathic Medicine

Emphasis is on the inter-relationship of the body's nerves, muscles, bones, and organs for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of illness, disease, and injury.

Students receive extensive clinical experience in both NSU’s award-winning Health Care Centers and the community.

Rotations in geriatrics and rural areas are unique requirements of the program.

Students participate in humanitarian medical missions around the world.

Florida’s only fully-accredited program in osteopathic medicine

Florida’s only training Center for Bioterrorism and All-Hazards Preparedness (CBAP) and one of several geriatric education centers in Florida

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College of Osteopathic Medicine

Degrees Offered

Professional Programs

Osteopathic Medicine, D.O.

Biomedical Informatics, M.S.

Public Health, M.P.H.

Degrees Offered

College of Osteopathic Medicine

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College of Pharmacy

Consistently achieves more than 90% passage rate on North American Licensure Examination

Nation’s most culturally diverse pharmacy program, ranked #1 for Hispanic students

Among the nation’s best pharmacy education facilities, includes a full-service community pharmacy on site

Clinical experience at teaching hospitals, community pharmacies, clinics, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Food and Drug Administration

Programs in West Palm Beach and Puerto Rico

Largest of three existing international pharmacy programs in the U.S.

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College of Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy, Pharm.D.

Degree Offered

College of Pharmacy

Degree Offered

Doctor of Pharmacy, Pharm.D.

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College of Optometry

Only college of Optometry in Florida

Students benefit from clinical experience in NSU’s Eye Care Institute, which sees more than 50,000 patients annually

Strong community-based programs including a well-attended clinic for macular degeneration and glaucoma

Specialty services include pediatrics, low vision, and contact lenses

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Professional Programs

Optometry, O.D.

Degree Offered

College of Optometry

Degree OfferedProfessional Program

Optometry, O.D.

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College of Allied Health and Nursing

Nursing’s last three graduating baccalaureate classes had an average passing score of 97.4, the second highest overall score among the 20 Florida universities with nursing programs

Among the nation’s leading Physician Assistant programs; programs located in Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Naples/Fort Myers, and Jacksonville

Occupational therapy at the master’s and doctoral levels; physical therapy at the doctoral level

Doctoral program offered in audiology

Anesthesiologist Assistant program launched in 2006

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College of Allied Health and Nursing

Degrees Offered

Undergraduate Programs Health Science, B.H.Sc. Health Science in Vascular

Sonography, B.H.Sc. Nursing (entry-level), B.S.N. Nursing (R.N. to B.S.N.), B.S.N.

Master’s Programs Anesthesiologist Assistant,

M.H.Sc. Health Science, M.H.Sc. Medical Science in Physician

Assistant, M.M.S. Nursing, M.S.N. Occupational Therapy, M.O.T.

Doctoral Programs Audiology, Au.D. Health Science, D.H.Sc. Nursing, Ph.D. Physical Therapy (entry-level),

D.P.T. Occupational Therapy, Dr. O.T. Occupational Therapy, Ph.D. Physical Therapy, Ph.D. Physical Therapy (Post

professional Transition), T-D.P.T.

Degrees Offered

College of Allied Health and Nursing

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College of Medical Sciences

Teaches quality basic science programs

Strong interdisciplinary approach

Unique program that prepares students for admission to professional schools or for careers in biology, as well as positions in science education

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College of Medical Sciences

Master’s Program

Biomedical Sciences, M.B.S.

Degree Offered

College of Medical Sciences

Master’s Program

Biomedical Sciences, M.B.S.

Degree Offered

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College of Dental Medicine

One of only two dental colleges in the state of Florida

Nationally recognized dental stem cell research

State-of-the-art teaching facilities including virtual reality lab

Extensive clinical operation open to the community, with more than 100 dental chairs, a dedicated special needs unit, and craniofacial program

Clinical locations in Broward and Miami-Dade counties

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College of Dental Medicine

Professional Programs

Dental Science, M.S.

Doctor of Medical Dentistry, D.M.D.

Degrees OfferedDegrees Offered

College of Dental Medicine

Professional Programs

Doctor of Medical Dentistry, D.M.D.

Dental Science, M.S.

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Fischler School of Educationand Human Services

One of the nation’s largest schools of education, serving more than 15,000 students in 30 states and 40 countries

The nation’s #1 producer of minority doctorates in education*

Partnerships with dozens of school districts, community colleges, educational organizations, ministries of education and private corporations

Recent curricula developed for educators in Venezuela, Italy, South Korea, and Malaysia

*source: Black Issues in Higher Education, July 2004

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Fischler School of Educationand Human Services

Undergraduate Programs Early Childhood Education, A.A. Applied Professional Studies (1 concentration), B.S. Education (1 concentration), B.S. Elementary Education, B.S. Exceptional Student Education, B.S. Prekindergarten/Primary Education, B.S. Secondary Education (2 concentrations), B.S.

Master’s Programs Child Protection (4 tracks), M.H.S. Criminal Justice (2 specializations), M.S. Education (33 concentrations), M.S. Health Professions Education, M.S. Instructional Technology and Distance Education,

M.S. Leadership-Education and Human Services track,

M.S. Speech-Language Pathology, M.S. Educational Specialist (15 concentrations), Ed.S.

Doctoral Programs Education, Ed.D.

Specialties include Educational Leadership, Ed.D. Health Care Education, Ed.D. Higher Education, Ed.D. Human Services Administration, Ed.D. Instructional Leadership, Ed.D. Instructional Technology and Distance

Education, Ed.D. Organizational Leadership, Ed.D. Special Education, Ed.D. Speech-Language Pathology, Ed.D. Speech-Language Pathology, SLP.D.

Degrees Offered

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Mission of education and training, serving the community, and clinical research

Faculty is nationally recognized in areas such as school violence, forensic and police psychology, trauma, neuropsychology, and child psychology

Community service projects include programs for substance abuse, child and adult traumatic stress, domestic violence, eating disorders, and ADHD assessment and treatment

Center for Psychological Studies

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Center for Psychological Studies

Master’s Programs Clinical Psychopharmacology, M.S. Counseling, M.S. Mental Health Counseling, M.S. School Guidance and Counseling, M.S.

Doctoral Programs Clinical Psychology, Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, Psy.D.

Specialist Programs School Psychology, Psy.S.

Degree Offered

Doctoral Programs Clinical Psychology, Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, Psy.D.

Master’s Programs Clinical Psychopharmacology, M.S. Counseling, M.S. Mental Health Counseling, M.S. School Guidance and Counseling, M.S.

Specialist Program School Psychology, Psy.S.

Center for Psychological Studies

Degrees Offered

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Graduate School of Computerand Information Sciences

Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education

Curriculum in information security certified by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security

Collaborative initiatives include the U.S. Army’s eArmyU and the Southern Regional Electronic Campus

Home to Florida’s largest Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) student chapter

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Graduate School of Computerand Information Sciences

Doctoral Programs

Computer Information Systems, Ph.D.

Computer Science, Ph.D.

Computing Technology in Education, Ph.D.

Information Science, Ph.D.

Information Systems, Ph.D.

Master’s Programs

Computer Information Systems, M.S.

Computer Science, M.S.

Computing Technology in Education, M.S.

Information Security, M.S.

Management Information Systems, M.S.

Degrees Offered

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Graduate School of Humanitiesand Social Sciences

Internationally renowned program in Conflict Analysis and Resolution

Master’s degree program in Cross-Disciplinary Studies offers an individualized curriculum design

Master’s and doctoral degree programs in Family Therapy accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Education (COAMFTE)

Home to the Community Resolution Services and Brief Therapy Institute clinics

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Graduate School of Humanitiesand Social Sciences

Doctoral Programs

Conflict Analysis and Resolution, Ph.D.

Family Therapy, Ph.D.

Marriage and Family Therapy, D.M.F.T.

Master’s Programs

College Student Affairs, M.S.

Conflict and Analysis Resolution, M.S.

Cross-Disciplinary Studies, M.A.

Family Therapy, M.S.

Degrees Offered

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Mailman Segal Institutefor Early Childhood Studies

Housed in the state-of-the-art Jim & Jan Moran Family Center Village

Model for integrated, multi-disciplinary services for children and families

Early learning school-based programs for children, birth to five years old

Parenting classes and workshops

Research-based programs for children with autism and special needs

Academic programs for early childhood educators and autism specialists

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University School

“A campus within a campus”

One of Florida’s premier college preparatory schools (pre-K–grade 12)

Producer of numerous National Merit Scholars, Silver Knight Award winners, and AP Scholars

Nearly 100% college acceptance rate

An award-winning fine and performing arts department, competitive athletic program, and a variety of clubs and organizations round out students’ learning experiences

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NSU’s 17 Academic Institutes

Brief Therapy Institute

Community Resolution Services

Criminal Justice Institute

The Eye Institute

Guy Harvey Research Institute

Hudson Institute of Entrepreneurship and Executive Education

Institute of Trauma and Victimization

International Institute for Franchise Education

Lifelong Learning Institute National Coral Reef Institute National Institute for Educational Options Rumbaugh-Goodwin Institute for Cancer Research Southeast Institute for Cross-Cultural Counseling South Florida Ocean Measurement Center The Language Institute Tyler Institute Women’s Resource Institute

NSU’s 17 Academic Institutes

Brief Therapy Institute

Community Resolution Services

Criminal Justice Institute

The Eye Institute

Guy Harvey Research Institute

Hudson Institute of Entrepreneurship and Executive Education

Institute of Trauma and Victimization

International Institute for Franchise Education

Lifelong Learning Institute National Coral Reef Institute National Institute for Educational

Options Rumbaugh-Goodwin Institute for

Cancer Research Southeast Institute for Cross-

Cultural Counseling South Florida Ocean

Measurement Center The Language Institute Tyler Institute Women’s Resource Institute

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Center For Continuing and Professional Studies

Non-degree courses geared towards the creative and professional growth of adult and young adult learners

Technology

Career exploration

Creative activities such as Sushi Making 101, the Ancient Art of Henna Painting, and Screenwriting

The Language Institute offers ESOL, Foreign Language, and TOEFL preparation courses as well as private language lessons, accent reduction, programs for young children, and corporate training

Office of Continuing Education certifies Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for NSU schools, colleges, and centers

Conference Management Services

Center For Continuing and Professional Studies

Non-degree courses geared toward the creative and professional growth of adult and young adult learners

Technology

Career exploration

Creative activities such as Sushi Making 101, the ancient art of henna painting, and screenwriting

The Language Institute offers ESOL, Foreign Language, and TOEFL preparation courses as well as private language lessons, accent reduction, programs for young children, and corporate training

Office of Continuing Education certifies Continuing Education Units for NSU schools, colleges, and centers

Conference Management Services

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A Leader in Awarding Doctoral Degrees

#1 in education #1 in psychology #1 in professional/other

source: NCES Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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A National Leader in Diversity

#1 in doctoral degrees to African Americans**

#1 in doctoral degrees to Hispanics*

#1 in doctoral degrees in education to African Americans**

#1 in doctoral degrees in business to Asian Americans**

#2 in first-professional degrees to Hispanics**

#2 in master’s degrees to Hispanics*

#3 in master’s degrees in education to African Americans**

* source: The Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education, 2008

* *source: Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, an analysis of U.S. Department of Education reports of data submitted by institutions, 2006

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The value of NSU research grants has tripled overthe past six years

More than 150 outside-funded research projects, valued at$45 million, are now underway

NSU’s board of trustees supports research with seed-money grants

Home to the USGS and the $8.5 billion Everglades Restoration

Acquired the Rumbaugh Goodwin Institute for Cancer Researchin 2005

Center for Collaborative Research building to open in 2009

The value of NSU research grants has tripled overthe past six years.

More than 150 outside-funded research projects, valued at$45 million, are now underway

NSU’s board of trustees supports research with seed-money grants

Home to the USGS and the $8.5 billion Everglades Restoration

Acquired the Rumbaugh Goodwin Institute for Cancer Researchin 2005

Proposed Center for Collaborative Research building

On the Cutting Edge of Research

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Florida LambdaRail

NSU’s connection to the LambdaRail allows for collaboration with other institutions and scientists throughout the state, the nation, and beyond:

Virtual “collaboratories” for technology transfer among universities and private businesses

Interactive distributed simulations

Distance learning

Access to digital databases

Optical transmission with high-definition quality for remote applications up to 10 gigabytesper screen

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Four Campuses in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties

Main Campus,Fort Lauderdale-

Davie

North Miami BeachCampus,

Fischler School ofEducation and

Human Services

East Campus,Fort Lauderdale

Dania Beach Campus,Oceanographic Center

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Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information Technology Center

Main Campus

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Maxwell Maltz Building

Center for Psychological Studies and Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Main Campus

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H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurshipand Graduate School of Computer and Information Sciences, Main Campus

Carl DeSantis Building

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Terry Building

Health Professions Division, Main Campus

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Jim & Jan Moran Family Center Village

Mailman Segal Institute for Early Childhood Studies, Main Campus

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Mailman-Hollywood Center

Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences, Main Campus

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Leo Goodwin Sr. Hall

Shepard Broad Law Center, Main Campus

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Sonken BuildingSonken Building

University School—Main campus

Main Campus

University School

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Oceanographic Center

Dania Beach campus

Oceanographic Center

Dania Beach Campus

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Fischler School of Education and Human Services

North Miami Beach Campus

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East Campus

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Student Educational Centers (SECs)

Nassau, Bahamas Fort Myers, Florida Jacksonville, Florida Miami, Florida

 

Orlando, Florida

Tampa, Florida

West Palm Beach, Florida

Student Educational Centers provide convenient learning opportunities for students.

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Using distance-learning concepts and technology pioneered by NSU, students also earn degrees at NSU’s international sites:

Caribbean

Dominican Republic

Greece

Mexico

Korea

Puerto Rico

United Kingdom

NSU’s International Sites

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Cutting-edge technology

offers students an advanced

learning environment in state-of-

the-art facilities

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Investment of $154 million in building a technology infrastructure over the last 10 years

50 electronic classrooms with nearly 2,500 computers

172 “smart” classrooms, with network access, data/video projection, and access to an array of teaching tools

100 smart classrooms with videoconferencing and the capability to link classrooms worldwide

Cutting-edge technologyCutting-Edge Technology

Investment of $154 million in building a technology infrastructure over the last 10 years

50 electronic classrooms with nearly 2,500 computers, including circulating laptops for student use

172 “smart” classrooms, with network access, data/video projection, and access to an array of teaching tools

100 smart classrooms with videoconferencing and the capability to link classrooms worldwide

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A pioneer in online education with students registered in more than 3,809 online courses, pursuing 78 degree and certificate programs

The largest number of certified online programs among the 325 institutions offering online education

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“Top 20 Cyber-Universities”—Forbes magazine

“Best of the Online Graduate Programs in Education”—U.S. News & World Report

“Best Distance Learning Graduate Schools”— Princeton Review

“Most-Wired Law School”—The National Jurist

NSU’s Fischler School of Education and Human Services, Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship and Graduate School of Computer and Information Sciences cited as “Best Distance Learning Graduate Schools”—GetEducated.com

Top 100 “Most Wired Colleges”—Yahoo! Internet Life

Online learning systems thatreceive high marks

Our Online Learning Systems Receive High Marks

“Top 20 Cyber-Universities”—Forbes magazine

“Best of the Online Graduate Programs in Education”—U.S. News & World Report

“Best Distance Learning Graduate Schools”— Princeton Review

“Most-Wired Law School”—The National Jurist

NSU’s Fischler School of Education and Human Services, Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship and Graduate School of Computer and Information Sciences cited as “Best Distance Learning Graduate Schools”—GetEducated.com

Top 100 “Most Wired Colleges”—Yahoo! Internet Life

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At our 300-acre main campus, our students enjoy near-perfect weather with an average temperature of 75 degrees year-round.

Students residing in one of our six residence halls have access to a wide array of amenities and services including high-speed Internet, cable TV, and telephone hook-ups.

An Ideal Location for Students

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Convenient Access toSouth Florida and the World

Our main campus in Fort Lauderdale-Davie is minutes away from Broward County’s international airport.

With quick access to Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and Palm Beach, the choices for entertainment, culture, and sports activities are unlimited.

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A Beautiful, Busy Main Campus

NSU is housed on a lush campus in the heart of Broward County.

The university hosts exciting events and guests such as the Dalai Lama, Jack Welch, former Miami Dolphins player Jason Taylor, Ambassador Paul Bremmer, Justice Clarence Thomas, and author Mary Higgins Clark.

Students can participate in intramural sports and join in fitness activities such as yoga and Pilates.

NSU’s student clubs and organizations offer everything from arts and politics to Greek life.

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Athletics Enhance the Campus Experience

Sunshine State Conference, an NCAA Division II competitor

Teams fielded in baseball, basketball, cross-country, golf, rowing, soccer, softball, tennis, and volleyball

Overall GPA for NSU student-athletes exceeded 3.0 for past five years

Main campus home to the Miami DolphinsTraining Center

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2007–2008 Honors

Sunshine State Conference champions in women’s rowing, women’s basketball, and women’s golf

Sunshine State Conference Mayor’s Cup Championship for all women’s teams

NCAA Tournament qualifiers in women’s basketball, volleyball, soccer, golf, rowing, and men’s golf

9 Academic All-Americans 28 Athletic All-Americans

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We currently contribute $1.6 billion to Florida’s overall economy.

$350 million goes back into the community, impacting more than 300,000 people.

Our unique joint-use library with the Broward County Board of County Commissioners is Florida’s largest library facility.

NSU health care clinics offer the community affordable, superior health care services provided by a dedicated teaching team.

A Valuable Community Asset

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NSU Health Care Centers

Award-winning community health care programs

17 different clinics receiving approximately 250,000 patient visits each year

Personalized state-of-the-art health care

Community outreach programs such as A Day for Children, Give Kids a Smile Day, Senior Exposition, and Back-to-School Physicals

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NSU Healthcare Centers

Conflict Analysis and Resolution Services

Dental Medicine

Dermatology

Early-Childhood Development

Family Therapy

Hearing and Balance Services

Internal Medicine

Optometry

Family Medicine

Geriatrics

Mental Health Services

Nephrology/Hypertension

Obstetrics/Gynecology Occupational Therapy Orofacial Pain Osteopathic Manipulative

Medicine Pediatrics Pharmacy Physical Therapy Radiology Speech, Language &

Communications Sports Medicine Student Medical Center and

Counseling Services

NSU Health Care Centers

Conflict Analysis and Resolution Services

Dental Medicine

Dermatology

Early-Childhood Development

Family Therapy

Hearing and Balance Services

Internal Medicine

Optometry

Family Medicine

Geriatrics

Mental Health Services

Nephrology/Hypertension

Obstetrics/Gynecology Occupational Therapy Orofacial Pain Osteopathic Manipulative

Medicine Pediatrics Pharmacy Physical Therapy Radiology Speech, Language, and

Communications Sports Medicine Student Medical Center and

Counseling Services

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Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information Technology Center

The Alvin Sherman Library is a uniquejoint-use facility serving those who live and work in Broward County as well as NSU faculty and staff members and students

Five stories with wireless Internet access throughout the building, cozy reading niches, 22 study rooms, 1,000 user seats, and a cafe

Houses the 500-seat Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center

At 325,000 square feet, it is the largest library building in Florida

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A Dynamic Community Supporter

Our strategic partnerships throughout the community allow NSU to participate in various cultural and business events. Academic functions, such as our Distinguished Lecture Series, are open to the public.

NSU is the site of many community events such as the Heart Walk, Autism Walk, Health and Wellness Fair, Day for Children, and Corporate Walk for MS.

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The University Center―a New Campu Centerpiece

Our 366,000-square-foot, multipurpose facility houses a 4,500-seat arena and convocation center, a fitness and wellness center, a student union, and a performing arts center.

This facility is the second largest entertainment venue in Broward County.

The University Center is home to NSU athletics, as well as university and community events open to the public.

The University Center―a New Campus Centerpiece

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New Residence Hall

A new, 526-bed state-of-the-art residence hall opened to our students in Fall 2007

The new residence hall gives students an additional 371 single rooms, 130 double rooms, and 16 resident advisor rooms

This facility provides 1 professional staff apartment, 2 area director apartments, 2 large laundry rooms, 16 community lounges, 1 large multipurpose room, 4 meeting rooms, mailroom, and office space for Residential Life and Housing

The Commons This new, 526-bed, state-of-the-art residence hall opened to

our students in fall 2007.

It gives students an additional 371 single rooms, 130 double rooms, and 16 resident adviser rooms.

This facility provides 1 professional staff apartment, 2 area director apartments, 2 large laundry rooms, 16 community lounges, 1 large multipurpose room, 4 meeting rooms, a mailroom, and office space for Residential Life and Housing.

The Commons

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Opening on August 1, 2008, the Rolling Hills Graduate Apartments will house approximately 373 graduate and doctoral students for the Fall of 2008.

Each single and quad apartment is furnished and features a kitchen, bathroom, and living room.

The Rolling Hills Graduate Apartments houses 373 graduate and doctoral students.

Each single and quad apartment is furnished and features a kitchen, bathroom, and living area.

Rolling Hills

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A proposed world-class hospital with up to 150 acute care beds operated by the North Broward Hospital District

Will focus on education, research, and innovation, while providing culturally sensitive care to residents in west central Broward County

The Medical Village at NSU

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This exciting project will follow the Jeffersonian concept of a “community of scholars and students living and working closely together, combining theory with practice.”

This $500-million partnership will transform a 30-acre, university-investment into a high-tech research/office park with nearly three million square feet of office, retail, financial, governmental, and residential space, as well as a hotel and a conference center.

This project is expected to generate millions in tax revenue and in workforce development, including high-tech jobs.

The NSU Academical Village

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Our Academical Village and hospital will result in an

additional $1 billion economic impact in South Florida.

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