Nova Southeastern University

Nova Southeastern University (NSU), a nonprofit organization in the United States with EIN 591083502, is the largest private research university in Florida. It was founded on December 4, 1964, as Nova University of Advanced Technology, and in 1994, it merged with Southeastern University of the Health Sciences to form the present institution[1][2].

History

NSU began as a graduate research institution focused on the physical and social sciences. The merger in 1994 expanded its academic offerings significantly, leading to the diverse educational programs it offers today[2][4].

Academics

Nova Southeastern University operates with 14 colleges, offering over 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. These include fields such as business, law, osteopathic medicine, allopathic medicine, health sciences, pharmacy, dentistry, optometry, physical therapy, education, occupational therapy, nursing, and more[2][3]. The university is recognized for its interdisciplinary approach to healthcare education and is one of only three U.S. universities with both M.D. and D.O. colleges[3].

Research

NSU is classified as an R1 institution by the Carnegie Foundation, indicating high research activity. It focuses on critical areas such as cancer, marine life, brain health, and more[2][3]. The university conducts over 250 sponsored research projects and is supported by more than 100 external agencies, including the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health[3][4].

Campus and Facilities

The main campus is located in Davie, Florida, covering 314 acres[2]. In addition to its main campus, NSU operates satellite campuses and student education centers across Florida and in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and Denver, Colorado[2][3]. The Fort Lauderdale/Davie campus features state-of-the-art facilities such as the Alvin Sherman Library and the Collaborative Research Center[2].

Athletics

Nova Southeastern University's varsity sports teams, known as the Sharks, compete in NCAA Division II. The university has won numerous national championships and maintains a high academic standard for its student-athletes[1][3].

Student Demographics and Programs

NSU educates over 22,000 students from more than 115 countries and all 50 U.S. states. It awards more than 7,000 degrees annually, contributing to a global alumni community of over 216,000[3]. The university operates a fully accredited independent school, NSU University School, serving students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12[2].

Recognition and Impact

Nova Southeastern University is recognized for its commitment to community engagement and service. It has received the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll and is among the few institutions with both CAE-CD and CAE-R designations from the National Security Agency[4]. The university has a significant economic impact in Florida, projected at over $5 billion annually[3].