NSU Undergraduate Viewbook

23 Application Instructions: THERE’S NO WAY AROUND IT , applying to college can be overwhelming, but NSU will be with you every step of the way. To us, you’re more than a test score or GPA. You’re an individual who is about to bring something new and unique to campus. So let us help you get to that future you keep dreaming about. 1. Complete and submit the NSU Shark Select Application or the Common Application (choose one or the other). Nova Southeastern University has an optional essay. Applicants who choose to submit an essay will choose one of the five prompts provided on the Common Application or an original writing sample of their choice if using the NSU Shark Select Application. 2. Your counselor can submit your transcript and recommendation either electronically through Naviance, SendEDU or the Common Application. One counselor or teacher recommendation is required. Additional recommendations are optional. 3. Submit your self-reported or official ACT or SAT score(s). Official test score reports should be submitted directly from the testing agency. SAT Code: 5514 ACT Code:6706 4. Complete the School Report if using the Common Application to apply. The School Report should be completed by your college or guidance counselor and is available on the Common Application website. Please have your counselor submit this report with your official transcripts and your school profile. 5. One letter of recommendation from a teacher is required, but you may submit up to a total of three letters. The letter can be found and completed online through the Common Application Teacher Evaluation form. In addition, you can submit the letter(s) in the supplemental items area of the NSU Shark Select Application. Paper letters of recommendation may be mailed to: Nova Southeastern University Enrollment Processing Services (EPS) 3301 College Avenue, P.O. Box 299000 Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33329-9905 NSU’s Premier Programs (Dual Admission, Razor’s Edge, The Fischler Academy and Farquhar Honors College) require a supplemental application and an on-campus interview in addition to your University admission application. Application instructions can be found at nova.edu/sharkpreview . INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS International students can visit nova.edu/admissions/international-students for secondary school and English Language proficiency requirements. Applicants Applicants Incoming students Average Transfer GPA: overall grade point average Mid-Range Test Scores SAT: 1070-1290 (Combined) ACT: 22-28 (Composite) from Florida Incoming Freshmen Out-of-State/ International NOVEMBER 1 PRIORITY DATE: Early Decision: Binding decision option for students 100% committed to attending NSU. You may only apply Early Decision to one college/university. If you are accepted to NSU as an Early Decision applicant, you will be expected to withdraw your applications to all other colleges/universities and commit to attending NSU. Early Action: An early, non-binding decision option. Students who apply early action are typically very serious about attending NSU but have until May 1 to make a final enrollment decision and submit their enrollment deposit. FEBRUARY 1 PRIORITY DATE: Regular Decision: A non-binding decision option. Students who are admitted have until May 1 to make a final enrollment decision and submit their enrollment deposit. 22 12,200 3.1 1,650 350 A-/B+ 1,150 42 % 58 % 30 % 70 % Male Female You may apply using the NSU Shark Select Application ( nova.edu/apply ) or the Common Application ( commonapp.org ) . A nonrefundable, $50 application fee is required for either the NSU Shark Select Application or the Common Application. Freshman Class Profile Entering FALL 2018 2018 Entering Class ACADEMIC PROFILE Transfer Class Profile Entering FALL 2018 Admission Priority Dates and APPLICATIONOPTIONS n Admissions n Financial Aid n Scholarships