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Undergraduate Admissions

How to Apply - Application Requirements International Applicants Conditions of Admission Credit for Past Experience and Training Tuition and Fee Schedule

World-recognized undergraduate business programs; faculty who are celebrated leaders in the business community; the opportunity to study full-time on our main campus, part-time at a number of locations or online; abundant opportunities to participate in internships; and membership in an educational community celebrated for innovation.

If you are considering a business degree these are just a few of the benefits the H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship will offer you. These pages will outline the undergraduate admission process.

It is important to recognize that admission requirements vary as a function of the program you select: Full-Time Day (Fort Lauderdale-Davie Campus); Part-Time Study - Main Campus; Full-Time or Part-Time Study Online or Off-campus.

If you have questions at any time regarding the Huizenga School, please select the Contact Us link or call the Office of Recruitment and Admissions at 800.672.7223 ext. 5168 or 954.262.5168. Applicants interested in attending classes at our Fort Lauderdale-Davie Campus should contact the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Office of Admission online at www.undergrad.nova.edu/admissions.

HOW TO APPLY - Bachelor's Degree Application Requirements   top

Applications for our Bachelor's Degree Programs are individually reviewed and admission is offered to those applicants who meet both qualitative and quantitative criteria. All required documentation must be received before an admission decision can be offered.

Freshman Admission

First-Time in College; Full-Time Day Program Fort Lauderdale-Davie Campus

Required documentation:

1. Evidence of high school graduation or receipt of General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
2. Official high school transcripts
3. Official SAT or ACT examination scores
4. Completed Application for Admission with nonrefundable $50 application fee.

First-Time in College; Part-Time Evening Program

1. Evidence of high school graduation or receipt of General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
2. Official high school transcripts
3. Applicants interested in evening adult, off-campus and online programs need not submit SAT/ACT scores
4. Completed Application for Admission with nonrefundable $50 application fee
5. If applicable: Corporate Training Records, Military Records, or Licenses

Freshman Transfer Admission

(Previously enrolled in College and earned less than 24 credit hours)

Full-Time Day

1. Official Academic transcripts from all colleges previously attended
2. Official high school transcripts indicating graduation date or GED
3. Official SAT or ACT scores
4. Completed Application for Admission with nonrefundable $50 application fee

Undergraduate Transfer Admission

(Previously enrolled in College and earned 24 credit hours or more)

Full-Time Day Program

1. Official Academic transcripts from all colleges previously attended
2. Completed Application for Admission with nonrefundable $50 application fee

Part-Time Evening Program

1. Official Academic transcripts from all colleges previously attended
2. Completed Application for Admission with nonrefundable $50 application fee

Online and Off-Campus students should speak with a Huizenga School Admissions Manager. Simply contact your Admissions Manager at 800.672.7223 Ext. 5168 or use the Contact Us link.

Online and Off-Campus Freshman Applicants should provide:

1. A Completed Application for Admission with nonrefundable $50 application fee.
2. Proof of high school Graduation or GED equivalent.
3. Official high school transcripts

Online and Off-Campus Transfer Applicants should provide:

1. Official Academic transcripts from all colleges previously attended
2. Official high school transcripts (if less than 24 transfer hours)
3. Completed Application for Admission with nonrefundable $50 application fee.

International Applicants - Freshmen (Full-Time, Fort Lauderdale-Davie Campus)

International Applicants - Transfer Students (Full-Time, Fort Lauderdale-Davie Campus)

International Applicants - Off-Campus and Online

International Applicants   top

International applicants are welcome participants in the Bachelor's Programs at the H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship. Applicants should carefully review all Application Requirements.

In addition, international applicants should be aware of each of the following:

Academic Transcript Evaluation

English Competency

International Applicant Financial Statement

Any international applicant who requires a student visa must submit a bank verification statement or an official letter of sponsorship from their government or agency (in English). The bank verification must include the applicant's name and relationship to the sponsor, if other than the applicant, and confirm that there are sufficient funds in U.S. dollars or Euro to cover the amount listed on the expense sheet () provided to the international applicant upon admission. The expense sheet covers all estimated educational expenses () including; tuition (), books, housing, meals, personal expenses, fees and medical insurance for one year of study.

If the applicant wishes to include his or her family, the following is required:

No Certificate of Eligibility (I-20) will be issued unless the above documentation is on file. The bank verification or sponsorship letter must be dated no more than 6 months prior to enrollment. International applicants are encouraged to apply early to allow sufficient time to process the I-20 form. The I-20 form will be sent to the applicant upon receipt of a deposit confirming the applicant's intent to enroll in the program.

The I-20

The I-20 will be issued by Nova Southeastern University after receipt of a $200 tuition deposit. For more information on how to obtain and I-20, visit the Office of International Students.

F1-Student Visa

Any international applicant planning to reside in the United States while studying at Nova Southeastern University must obtain an F-1 Student Visa. For more information on how to obtain a Student Visa, visit UnitedStatesVisas.gov.

Conditions of Admission   top

Full Admission

To be fully admitted to Bachelor's Degree Programs, all applicants must provide official final transcripts and a $200 tuition deposit.

Provisional Admission

Applicants who choose to submit unofficial transcripts reflecting degree conferral and examined copies of SAT or ACT scores may be offered provisional admission to the Bachelor's Programs. It is important to recognize that a provisionally accepted student must submit official transcripts to NSU within 90 days of initial enrollment.

Special Admission

Special (non-degree seeking) students may complete up to 24 credit hours or enroll in a program specialization without being admitted to a degree program. Special students should indicate their status on the application for admission and submit the application, application fee, and an official transcript reflecting the highest level of education completed..

Credit for Previous Experience and Training  top

Because Bachelor's level study extends knowledge and skills acquired in both the classroom and workplace, a variety of options exist for applicants who wish to receive academic credit for life and professional experiences.

Please note that all requests for prior learning credit must be made before 24 credits are completed at Nova Southeastern University. Credits earned through the Office of Prior Learning will be posted on student transcripts after 12 credits have been successfully completed at NSU.

CLEP/DANTES/ACT-PEP/TECH 1110 Test-Out

Students may complete selected general education, major or elective courses through objective tests designed to access specific subject knowledge. These examinations include the College Board's College-Level Examination Program (CLEP), Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) subject exams, ACT-PEP exams, and New York University language exams.

Before completing any of these examinations it is important to speak with an academic advisor.

Nationally Accredited Trade and Technical School Portfolios

Applicants who have attended nationally accredited trade or technical schools may submit portfolios that describe learning experiences they believe should be applied for credit in their program of study. Official review of portfolios is conducted by the Office of Prior Learning.

Full Portfolios

Occasionally students choose to challenge a specific college-level course. In this case, a full portfolio presenting knowledge of the course content must be submitted. The full portfolio is evaluated by an appropriate NSU faculty member. You may earn up to 25 percent of your program credit through the full portfolio process. For a complete description of this process, contact the Office of Prior Learning.

Standard Grants

Nova Southeastern University has established a series of standard college credit grants for common documented learning experiences. These experiences include corporate training courses, military experience and pilot licensing, as well as healthcare industry training experiences such as EMT and paramedic training and nursing education in training hospitals. Specific documentation is required for each standard grant. For more information, contact the Office of Prior Learning at 1-800-338-4723, extension 8414.

Tuition and Fee Schedule  top

We make every effort to make our high quality academic programs an outstanding investment. The following outlines 2005-06 tuition and fees. Don't hesitate to Contact Us regarding possible scholarship and grant awards!

Our Tuition Estimator can help you get an idea how scholarships and grants can affect your tuition costs.

	2008-09
Application fee	$50.00
Registration Fee (per semester)	$25.00
University Student Services Fee (per semester)	$250.00

Tuition Charges

Residential Life & Housing

The members of the Office of Residential Life and Housing team are dedicated to enhancing your total educational experience by providing and facilitating an enjoyable on-campus living experience. Living on campus is an integral part of your total education. The Office of Residential Life and Housing provides housing services, academic support, and the opportunity to participate in a variety of academic, cultural, social, and recreational programs.

For more information, visit Residential Life & Housing.