Frequently Asked Questions
As we approach New Student Orientation Sessions, we understand this a very exciting time for students, families, and supporters. During this time you may have several questions and we wanted to ease your mind as we both embark on this journey. We have provided below the most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) that will help your student navigate uncharted waters! This serves as a resource for students, families, and supporters. We have compiled essential details regarding new student orientation and links to several resources to Prepare You to Dominate! Please check back often as this will be updated frequently!
Yes. New Student Orientation is required for all students, as it prepares them for becoming an NSU Shark!
All incoming undergraduate students must attend New Student Orientation, including transfer students, who will be attending classes on the Fort Lauderdale/Davie Campus.
Students who are considered Nursing Students, they have their own orientation. Please check out the Nursing Students tab.
While we appreciate your concern for your student, any requests must come directly from the student via their NSU email.
For Orientation, our students will begin the first day at 7:00 a.m. and will continue until 11:00 p.m. The second day will begin at 7:00 a.m. and end at 1:00 p.m., with a couple hours to address any unfinished business and check out of the residence hall. Students will meet and talk with student orientation team members, learn about campus resources, meet clubs and organizations on campus, and engage in fun activities to foster relationships.
As an international student, please visit the International Student Orientation tab. If you are an international student registered with the Office of International Affairs, you will receive a personal email with instructions to register for your orientation session in July.
Orientation is two days; all day Thursday and half day on Friday.
Yes, our team has prepared a suggested packing list that can be found here: packing list. Also don't forget your bathing suit, if you like to swim!
There should also be no more than 6 boxes per student to be sent prior to move-in. Please use the address format, listed below, on each box when shipping.
Your Legal Name
Nova Southeastern University
3600 S University Drive
Res Hall – Room Number (see Room Number format)
Davie, FL 33328-2709
Room Number Format:
- COM-XXXX (The Commons)
- GDW-XXXX (Leo Goodwin)
- CLC-XXXX (Cultural Living Center)
- FAR-XXXX (Farquhar)
- FOU-XXXX (Founders)
- VET-XXXX (Vettel)
Yes, it is an option for students to stay overnight during orientation. This option is a first come-first serve basis and limited. Students will check into the residence hall on Thursday and be assigned a room.
No, unfortunately only students are allowed to stay in the residence hall.
Parents and/or Guest can find accommodations during sessions at nearby hotels outlined in the confirmation email sent to the student.
We have listed a couple options below:
Sheraton Suites Fort LauderdaleCourtyard Fort Lauderdale Plantation
Renaissance Fort Lauderdale West Hotel
No, you do not have to stay on campus but you do have to attend all sessions.
Yes, this will simulate the housing experience in the Fall semester, to get students better prepared for living with roommates. However, for orientation, you will be assigned your roommate at random, based on residential housing standards.
Any student that requires disability-related accommodations, please contact disabilityservices@nova.edu.
Confirmation emails are sent to each student on a weekly to bi-weekly basis to your official NSU student email.
Unfortunately, we do not offer this service, each student wil have to arrange their own transportation.
Parking is available at The Commons Residence Hall Parking Garage.
Students will be available to get their shark card during their orientation session.
Yes, your Shark Card will be needed during your orientation sessions, please do not forget to bring it.
You can request to replace your shark card, however, please note there is a replacement fee of $25.00.
Yes, orientation is $50.00 but is refundable after the student attends orientation fully.
Transfer students can attend any session.
Registration for classes should be completed prior to your orientation session. However, if you want to meet with your Edge Advisor, you can schedule an appointment during Day 2 of Orientation. For more information on how to register for classes please click here.
No animals are allowed; only certified service animals will be admitted. For more information, please click here.
Any student who has not received their confirmation email within two weeks, we would first encourage you to check your NSU official student email and then email orientation@nova.edu.
If your registration says submission in progress, this means that you have started your registration, but have not officially submitted it. Please finish your registration and press submit, so that it is received by the orientation team.
Students can revisit their submission on SharkHub, click on their profile picture in the top right-hand corner, and select "My Submissions". This is where you will be able to confirm if your submission was received.
Students who would like to change their orientation date would need to check their original confirmation email for instructions. If approved, you will receive another confirmation with your new date. Please note that you will only have one opportunity (without charge) to reschedule your orientation session, and this will be contingent on availability.
At this time, all communication for orientation is through email at orientation@nova.edu, to ensure accuracy. Once Orientation officially begins, a contact phone number will be published for all parties.
Students may bring up to two guests for orientation sessions. Please note that guests will not be allowed into the residence hall.
Check-in will begin at 7:00 a.m. on the Thursdays of each orientation session and check-out will begin at 1:00 p.m. on the Fridays.
Orientation Campus Partners:
Have additional questions? Call: 954-262-7286 or Email: orientation@nova.edu. Please provide your NSU ID number in all email correspondence.