Nova Southeastern University
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 76%
Average High School GPA: 3.8
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1150-1250
ACT Range: 21-28
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 7,200
Public or Private: Private
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Moderate
In-State Tuition: $34,570
Out-of-State Tuition: $34,570
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Setting: Suburban
U.S. Region: East Coast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 68°F (20°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 82°F (28°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 60 inches (1,524 mm)
Nearest Airport: Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) — Approximately 10 miles (15-minute drive) from campus
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Social Media
Instagram: @nsuflorida
Swim team instagram: @nsu_swim
Twitter: @NSUFlorida
Facebook: Nova Southeastern University
LinkedIn: Nova Southeastern University
YouTube: Nova Southeastern University
TikTok: N/A
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University Athletics
NCAA Division II
Sunshine State Conference
Nickname: Sharks
Mascot: Razor the Shortfin Mako Shark
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: NSU Aquatic Center
Head Coach: Ben Hewitt
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #15
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #3 in Sunshine State Conference
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #1
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #2 in Sunshine State Conference
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U.S. News College Rankings
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Forbes Top Colleges
#161
America's Best Midsize Employers 2023
#407
Best Employers for Diversity 2022
#491
#260
In Private Colleges
#248
In Research Universities
#111
In The South
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: B+
Academics: B+
Diversity: A+
Athletics: A-
Professors: A-
Dorms: B+
Student Life: A-
Value: B
Campus: B+
Party Scene: B
Location: A-
Campus Food: B+
Safety: B+
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #171 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #129 of 1,332
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