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Nova Southeastern University Admissions

Considering submitting an application to Nova Southeastern University? This institution situated in Fort Lauderdale, FL ranks as Less Selective (70-85%) as compared to other colleges nationwide.

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• Application Information

  • Application Fees
  • Academic Requirements
  • Admissions Address and Contact Information
  • Smart Questions to Ask

• Entering Class Stats

  • What Admissions Stats Mean for You
  • Selectivity of Nova Southeastern University* Acceptance & Enrollment Stats at Nova Southeastern University
  • Male to Female Ratio of Applicants
  • Average SAT & ACT Scores * Helpful Resources

Nova Southeastern University Applications

Preparing to Apply

Achieving admission to Nova Southeastern University means presenting an exceptional application that rises above the competition.

Application Fees

To become part of the community at Nova Southeastern University begins with demonstrating your potential and fit.

Undergraduate Application Fee	$50
Online Application Website	www.undergrad.nova.edu/admissions

What the Admissions Office Looks For

GPA	Required
Secondary School Rank	Not applicable
Secondary School Record	Required
Recommendations	Required
Standardized Test Scores (SAT, ACT, etc.)	Not applicable
College-Preparatory Program	Required
Formal Demonstration of Competencies	Not applicable
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)	Required
Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.)	Neither required nor recommended

This College’s Accepted and Transferable Credits

Advanced Placement Credits Accepted?	Yes
Dual-Credit Classes	Yes
Life Experience Credits	Implied no

Here’s How to Track Down the Admissions Department

Admissions Department Website	www.undergrad.nova.edu/admissions
Admissions Office Address	3300 S. University Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33328-2004
Admissions Department Phone	(954) 262-7300

Important Questions to Ask

• Are there any particular academic requirements needed to apply to your desired major?
• After applying, when will you be notified if you are accepted or not?
• Should you apply for early admission?
• Are you eligible for an application fee waiver?

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Is It Hard to Get Into NUS Florida?

Acceptance Rate

An acceptance rate of 73% puts NUS Florida in moderately competitive territory; a strong, complete application matters here.

Average Test Scores

About 42% of students accepted to NUS Florida submitted their SAT scores.

When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 530 and 650.

Math scores were between 500 and 650.

NUS Florida received ACT scores from 16% of accepted students.

When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 19 and 28.

Nova Southeastern University Admissions & Enrollment Data

What Does the Incoming Class at Nova Southeastern University Look Like?

Get a better grasp of your likelihood of gaining admission by analyzing recent freshman cohorts at Nova Southeastern University.

How Admissions and Enrollment Stats Apply to You

NUS Florida admission statistics help you understand the likelihood of being accepted. Compare your SAT and ACT scores to previously accepted students — if your scores are below average, you may want to retake the exam or find schools that better fit your scores.

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Selectivity: How Many Students Get Accepted?

Open Admissions	No

Admissions Numbers

Applicant Total	17,765
Accepted	13,006

Boys vs. Girls: Who Is Applying More?

Average Test Scores

About 42% of students accepted to NUS Florida submitted their SAT scores.

When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 530 and 650.

Math scores were between 500 and 650.

NUS Florida received ACT scores from 16% of accepted students.

When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 19 and 28.

Additional Question to Ask

• A college’s selectivity gives us an idea of how rigorous the studies are, and how competitive the students are. However, not all students thrive in a competitive atmosphere, even if their grades are good. Does this college have the best learning environment for you?

Notes and References

References

• National Center for Education Statistics
• College Scorecard
• Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
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