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State of the University 2025
The State of the University recognizes our progress while looking ahead with a bold vision. President Harry K. Moon, M.D., shared how Nova Southeastern University is aiming to become Florida’s top private research university—pioneering research, transforming healthcare innovation, and leading in the ocean economy. Together, we are shaping a future defined by excellence, innovation, and discovery.
NSU Research Activity and Scholarship Earn R1 Designation
Nova Southeastern University, the state’s largest private research university, has received an R1 designation by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. This elite status is given to universities reaching the highest levels of research activity, research funding, and doctoral degrees awarded. Find out more about the impact this distinction will have for faculty, students, and the community.
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130+ Degree Programs
1 of 3 Universities in the U.S. with both M.D. and D.O. Colleges
Florida's Largest Private R1 Research University
More Than $100 Million in Scholarships Offered
Patient-Centered Care Focused on a Cure
At NSU Health’s Cathy J. Husman ALS Center, care goes beyond treatment. Driven by a mission to find a cure for ALS, this extraordinary clinic integrates patient-centered support, education for healthcare providers, and leading research. With thoughtfully designed patient spaces, a multidisciplinary team, and access to clinical trials, the center provides exceptional care and renewed hope for patients and families.
Shaping the Future of Research
NSU is home to a vast range of opportunities and resources to advance the future of research and train next-generation scholars. U-RISE, a premier training program, connects undergraduates with opportunities to conduct research in fields like cancer, neuroscience, and drug discovery, while programs like Hochberg-Miniaci Razor’s Edge Scholars offer immersive experiences in research and beyond.
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Drive your future forward with a degree that unites your passions and your goals.
Saving Sea Turtles
Partnering for 40+ years with the Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program
Shark Research
Researchers have decoded shark DNA for cancer resistance and rapid wound healing
Protecting & Growing Corals
Home to the National Coral Reef Institute with local and global impact on coral restoration
Shark Sightings
Every student has a story. The “Shark Sightings” video series highlights undergraduates, graduate students, and NSU alumni who are diving into their coursework, getting involved in extracurriculars, and using their education to make a difference in their chosen fields.
Learn why each Shark says they chose NSU, and how their degree is preparing them to dominate.
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Where Research Thrives
NSU aspires to be among the top tier of America’s research universities. Its wide-ranging research enterprise includes robust initiatives in vital areas such as oceanography and life sciences, technology, health care, social science, and human services. With an annual investment of $50 million or more, the university continues to foster groundbreaking discoveries that make an impact on our world.
The university contributes to scientific knowledge and supports workforce development and emerging commercial enterprises, positioning NSU as a cornerstone of Florida’s “blue economy” and a hub for research, collaboration, and education.
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