It’s a competitive world out there. At Nova Southeastern University, you will learn how to outsmart, outperform, and outlast the competition. The Center for Academic and Professional Success (CAPS) is here to help you find your NSU Edge.
About CAPS
The Center for Academic and Professional Success is exactly what it sounds like: a destination where you’ll get the tools and support you need to ace your academic life and your future.
Our Vision
The Center for Academic and Professional Success (CAPS) at Nova Southeastern University empowers and supports the holistic development of students as they pursue their academic and professional goals.
Our Mission
CAPS collaborates and fosters partnerships with university and external stakeholders to support students throughout their higher education journey as they become meaningful contributors in their field.
Our goal is to empower students to develop decision-making and self-efficacy, impacting successful academic program completion and career management. We help students develop awareness and the ability to take advantage of opportunities that align with and build on their interests, values, knowledge, and skills.
I have gained skills and experience by writing job descriptions, preparing blog posts and visiting the different estates of a business, which will prove to be incredibly valuable wherever my future may take me.
Madison C. | Management
Services and Resources
Your career journey will take you through a continuous cycle of exploration, preparation, and action. To gain a competitive advantage, you need a plan. CAPS is here to help you design a meaningful career that matches your interests, skills, and values. No matter where you are on your journey, NSU has resources to help you stand out.
Undergraduate Academic and Career Advising
Working with your Career and Academic Success Coach, you will get individualized attention every step of the way. Your Career and Academic Success Coach will make sure you don’t miss a beat as you transform from student to working professional, graduate student, entrepreneur, or whatever your goals are.
Through the Center for Academic and Professional Success, you can:
- Figure out the best major for your dream job.
- Get help choosing the right courses for your degree.
- Give your resume and cover letter a professional polish.
- Practice how to be the best candidate for the job with mock interviews.
- Access a running database of companies and organizations currently hiring.
- Use digital career development tools like LinkedIn Learning.
- Find internships, micro-internships, and shadowing opportunities with local and national employers that recruit from NSU’s campus.
Schedule regular meetings with your adviser or attend a drop-in meeting for urgent needs. Your success is your Career and Academic Success Coach’s top priority.
Connect with More Resources
CAPS is a one-stop shop for building your future.
Undergraduate Catalog
Academic Honor Societies
Undergraduate Student Symposium
Travel Study Program
Undergraduate Student Outcome Survey Highlights
How to Schedule an Appointment in Navigate
Unlock Your Potential With Our Help
Featured Career Opportunities
Events
Jobs
Donate to Razor's Career Closet
Do you have gently worn business causal and professional clothing?
The Center for Academic and Professional Success wants to help NSU students to look their best throughout their job search so they can make a positive impression as they enter the professional world. We are seeking any alumni who can donate gently worn professional attire.
- Business Suits
- Professional Pants/ Skirts
- Professional Shirts/ Blouses
- Jackets and Blazers
- Accessories: Ties, belts, etc.
- All donations should be clean, new or gently used!
For Donations:
Contact Information
Ready to dive in? We’re here to help!
If you have any questions, please email the Center for Academic and Professional Success at caps@nova.edu or call 954-262-7990.
Appointments
Current Students: Log in to Navigate
Alumni: Call 954-262-7990
Hours
Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Undergraduate Career and Academic Advising Drop-in Hours
CAPS drop-ins are now getting more personalized! Check with your assigned career and
academic success coach or call CAPS at 954-262-7990 to learn if their drop-in day
is Monday or Thursday, 11 a.m.–1:45 p.m.