Welcome to NSU 
Welcome to the Office of the Provost at Nova Southeastern University. Our office is dedicated to advancing NSU's academic mission by promoting excellence in teaching, research, and student success.
As the University's Chief Academic Officer, I am committed to fostering an environment where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement thrive. Our priorities include strengthening academic programs, supporting faculty development, expanding research opportunities, and enhancing the student learning experience.
Our faculty — leaders in their fields — drive this mission through their commitment both in and out of the classroom. At NSU, we take pride in pursuing the highest standards of academic excellence, and I am here to support your success every step of the way.
Ronald J. Chenail, Ph.D.
Executive Vice President
Provost and Chief Academic Officer
Promoting and Supporting Excellence
Together with the deans and academic officers, the Provost's office promotes and supports excellence in all the university's academic, research, scholarly, and creative programs and activities.
Academic Affairs
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Dedicated to advancing the academic mission of the university and supporting the colleges in achieving their goals.
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Research
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As an R1 research university, NSU is where research thrives—a community committed to exploring new frontiers, tackling complex challenges, and making a lasting impact on our world.
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Libraries
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NSU’s libraries are hubs of personal enrichment and intellectual exploration dedicated to expanding knowledge for all.
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12 Colleges | 11 Campus Locations | 7 Healthcare-Related Colleges
NSU offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificate programs. Regional campuses are located throughout Florida, Colorado, and in Puerto Rico. Field-based locations are available throughout Florida, across the nation, and internationally. Learn more about our campus locations.
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NSU Sharks Come From All Over the World
NSU's 22,000+ enrolled students come from more than 115 countries and all 50 U.S. states! Our current student body includes:
- 9,117 graduate students
- 7,231 undergraduate students
- 4,482 professional students
- 2,000 University School students
Each year, NSU awards 6,000+ degrees, which means our alumni community is always growing. Today, there are more than 216,000 NSU alumni worldwide.
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