2026 – 2027 Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Page I Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS..........................................................I NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY STUDENT HANDBOOK.......................................................................1 INSTITUTIONAL GOVERNANCE .........................................1 Foreword .............................................................................. 1 Reservation of Power........................................................... 2 Flexibility in Policies ............................................................. 2 Glossary of Terms................................................................. 3 ABOUT NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY.....................6 NSU’s Vision ......................................................................... 6 NSU’s Mission....................................................................... 6 NSU Core Values................................................................... 6 NSU Board of Trustees ......................................................... 6 Accreditation ........................................................................ 6 Campus Facilities .................................................................. 6 Colleges and Academic Units............................................... 8 NSU Campus Locations ........................................................ 8 NSU Regional Campuses ...................................................... 9 NSU Health Care Clinics ..................................................... 10 NSU Campus Map .............................................................. 14 UNIVERSITY-WIDE POLICIES AND COMPLIANCE ..................................................................15 Statement on Student Rights and Responsibilities .................................................................. 15 Nondiscrimination Policy ................................................... 15 Definitions:.................................................................. 15 Title IX / Sexual Misconduct Policy .................................... 16 Disability Accommodations ............................................... 17 Student Accommodations Request Process Policy (Academic and/or Housing Requests) ....................... 17 Academic Accommodation Appellate Committee Guidelines................................................ 18 Housing, Facility, and Grounds Accommodation Appellate Committee Guidelines ............................... 18 NSU Student Religious Holiday Policy................................ 19 NSU Interfaith Work-Restricted Religious Holiday Calendar ...................................................................... 20 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) ............................................................................... 20 Healthcare Privacy (HIPAA) Statement ............................. 22 Degree Conferral Process .................................................. 22 Image Use Statement......................................................... 22 Force Majeure .................................................................... 23 GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE POLICIES AND GUIDELINES .................................................................... 24 A.1 Alcohol Policy ............................................................... 24 A.2 Relationships Involving Supervision or Authority Policy .................................................................. 25 A.3 Drug-Free Schools and Campuses............................... 27 A.4 Excused Absences for Participation in Cocurricular Activities ........................................................ 28 A.6 Health Policies.............................................................. 28 NSU Student Health Insurance Requirement ........... 28 Opt-Out Required ....................................................... 29 Immunization Requirements ..................................... 29 A.7 Withdrawal .................................................................. 30 A.8 Academic Inactivity Policy ......................................... 31 A.9 Readmission Policy ...................................................... 31 A.10 Student Account Holds .............................................. 31 A.11 Payment Policy .......................................................... 31 Indebtedness to the University.................................. 32 University Fees ........................................................... 32 A.12 Leave of Absence Policy ............................................ 32 A.13 Emergency Actions .................................................... 33 A.14 Involuntary Removal from University Programs, Campus, or University Housing........................ 34 A.15 Student Travel Registration Requirement ................ 38 A.16 Jurisdiction of University Policies and Procedures ......................................................................... 38 A.17 Off-Campus Residency .............................................. 38 A.18 Student Organization Rights and Responsibilities .................................................................. 39 A.19 Student Events and Activities.................................... 39 A.20 Stewardship of Student Records ............................... 40 A.21 University Computer and Telecommunications Use Policy ........................................ 40 A.22 University Copyright Policy........................................ 43 A.23 Bathroom Policy......................................................... 44
2026 – 2027 Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Page II A.24 Demonstration Policy ................................................ 46 CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT AND ACADEMIC RESPONSIBILITY............................................47 Conduct Standards ............................................................. 47 B. Specific Conduct Violations ........................................... 47 B1 Alcoholic Beverages .............................................. 48 B.2 Animals ................................................................. 48 B.3 Assault/Violence................................................... 51 B.4 Bribery .................................................................. 51 B.5 Academic Integrity ............................................... 51 B.6 Respect, Inclusion, Prohibition of Hateful Conduct, Complicity ...................................... 52 B.7 Contracting on Behalf of the University .............. 53 B.8 Damage or Vandalism to Property ...................... 53 B.9 Dangerous Items .................................................. 53 B.10 Disorderly Conduct............................................. 54 B.11 Distributing or Posting Printed Media ............... 54 B.12 Drugs, Drug Paraphernalia................................. 54 B.13 Emergency Equipment and Procedures ............ 54 B.14 Failure to Disclose Criminal Offenses ................ 54 B.15 False Information (Including Fabrication, Fraud, and Falsification of Records) ...................................... 55 B.16 Fire ...................................................................... 56 B.17 Gambling and/or Games of Chance .................. 56 B.18 Guests and Visitors............................................. 56 B.19 Harassment or Harm to Others ......................... 57 B.20 Hate-Based Conduct Violations ......................... 57 B.21 Hazing ................................................................. 57 B.22 Health and Safety ............................................... 57 B.23 Identification Cards ............................................ 58 B.24 Interference with University Investigations, Disciplinary Proceedings, or Records......................... 58 B.25 Lake Swimming................................................... 58 B.26 Littering/Projecting Objects............................... 58 B.27 Misuse of Computers or Telecommunications (Technology) ............................................................... 58 B.28 Noise ................................................................... 59 B.29 Online/Internet Social Networking Usage......... 59 B.30 Parking and Motor Vehicle Policy...................... 59 B.31 RecWell Center Policies and Procedures........... 60 B.32 Removal or Ejection from a University-Sponsored Event ........................................................................... 60 B.33 Requests or Orders ............................................ 60 B.34 Retaliation .......................................................... 60 B.35 Smoking/Tobacco-Free Policy............................ 60 B.36 Solicitation .......................................................... 60 B.37 Stalking ............................................................... 61 B.38 Fraternity and Sorority Life Manual/Policies..... 61 B.39 Theft or Unauthorized Possession..................... 61 B.40 Unauthorized Entry ............................................ 61 B.41 Unauthorized Possession of University Property .................................................... 61 B.42 Unauthorized Recording .................................... 62 B.43 Video and/or Audio Copyright Violation ........... 62 B.44 Violation of Disciplinary Status/Conditions....... 62 B.45 Declined Payment .............................................. 62 C. University Disciplinary Procedures ................................ 63 C.1 Introduction.......................................................... 63 C.2 Reported incident and initial review ................... 65 C.3 Information Meeting............................................ 65 C. 4 Investigation and Student Conduct Hearing ...... 66 C. 5 Determination ..................................................... 67 C. 6 Individual Student Member and Organizational Responsibility..................................... 67 C. 7 Rights of a Student/Student Organization during the Discipline Process ..................................... 67 C. 8 Sanctions.............................................................. 67 C. 9 Appeal Process .................................................... 69 C. 10 Disciplinary Notations on Academic Transcripts ................................................. 70 D. Discrimination Grievance Procedures for Students ............................................................................. 70 Distance Education Student Complaint Process ............... 73 NSU RESOURCES, SUPPORTS, AND SERVICES................. 74 ACADEMIC AND ENROLLMENT SERVICES....................... 74 Center for Academic and Professional Success ................ 74 Office of the University Registrar ...................................... 74 Office of Undergraduate Admissions ................................ 76 One-Stop Shop ................................................................... 76 Tutoring and Testing Center (TTC)..................................... 76 Tutoring Services ........................................................ 76 Testing Services .......................................................... 76 Supplemental Instruction........................................... 77 Writing and Communication Center (WCC) ...................... 77 LIBRARY SERVICES .......................................................... 77 University Libraries............................................................. 77
2026 – 2027 Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Page III FINANCIAL-RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES .......................77 Enrollment Processing Services ......................................... 77 Office of Financial Aid ........................................................ 78 Office of the University Bursar .......................................... 79 HEALTH, SAFETY, AND WELL-BEING ...............................79 Center for Student Counseling and Well-Being ................ 79 NSU Health ......................................................................... 80 Student Medical Center ............................................. 80 NSU Public Safety Department .......................................... 80 Office of Student Conduct ................................................. 81 Office of Student Disability Services .................................. 81 Office of Student Experience ............................................. 82 Title IX/Sexual Misconduct ................................................ 82 TECHNOLOGY AND LEARNING SYSTEMS ........................82 Office of Innovation and Information Technology ......................................................................... 82 Technical Help ............................................................ 82 SharkLink (Student Portal) ................................................. 83 Wireless Networking.......................................................... 84 STUDENT LIFE AND ENGAGEMENT .................................84 Center for Student Leadership and Global Engagement ....................................................................... 84 Mako Media Network ........................................................ 84 NSU Athletics...................................................................... 84 Office of Campus Life and Student Engagement .............. 85 Office of Student Affairs at the Regional Campuses ........................................................................... 85 Office of Study Abroad....................................................... 85 Study Abroad .............................................................. 86 Office of Residence Life...................................................... 86 Office of Recreation and Wellness .................................... 86 Office of University Housing .............................................. 86 Office of Student Affairs Marketing................................... 86 Student Activity Fee Accounts Office ................................ 87 MILITARY AFFAIRS AND VETERAN RESOURCES ..............87 Veterans Resource Center at the Milton and Barbara Jones Office of Military Affairs ............................ 87 INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS ...............................................88 Office of International Affairs ............................................ 88 OTHER CAMPUS RESOURCES AND SERVICES..................88 ATMs................................................................................... 88 Bookstore ........................................................................... 88 Campus Map ...................................................................... 88 Campus Shuttle .................................................................. 88 NSU Alumni Association..................................................... 89 Office of Student Employment .......................................... 89 Parking ................................................................................ 89 Shark Dining Services ......................................................... 89 SharkCard Services ............................................................. 90 SharkPrint ........................................................................... 90 HEALTH COLLEGES: POLICIES AND PROCEDURES .................................................................. 91 HEALTH COLLEGE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES.............. 92 Background Checks / Duty to Disclose Criminal Offenses ............................................................................. 92 Dress Code.......................................................................... 93 General Appearance and Grooming Standards......... 93 Professional Attire ...................................................... 94 Drug Policy.......................................................................... 94 Drug Testing ....................................................................... 94 Student Assistance Program ...................................... 96 Email ................................................................................... 98 Food in Lecture Halls, Laboratories, and Clinics................ 98 Health Forms Requirements .............................................. 98 Certificate of Physical Examination ................................ 98 Immunization Requirements ........................................ 98 HIV and AIDS Policy .......................................................... 100 Identification Badges (SharkCard) ................................... 100 Identification Requirements and Fieldwork Prerequisites .................................................................... 100 Postexposure Policies and Procedures............................ 101 Student Employment ........................................................ 101 Student Insurance Requirement ..................................... 102 Unlicensed Student Practice............................................ 102 Use of Cell Phones, Computers, Tablets, and Electronic Devices ........................................................... 102 Visits to Other Institutions ............................................... 102 COLLEGE SPECIFIC POLICIES AND PROCEDURES: RON AND KATHY ASSAF COLLEGE OF NURSING .................................................. 103 RON AND KATHY ASSAF COLLEGE OF NURSING ...................................................................... 104 Administration.................................................................. 104 Fees and Expenses ........................................................... 105 Mission Statement ........................................................... 105 Vision Statement .............................................................. 105 Core Values....................................................................... 105
2026 – 2027 Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Page IV Accreditation—Nursing Program .................................... 106 National Licensure and Certification ............................... 106 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)— NCLEX-R.N................................................................. 106 M.S.N.—Advanced Practice Registered Nurse........ 106 Licensure Requirement ............................................ 106 ACADEMIC POLICIES AND PROCEDURES ......................107 Academic Progression...................................................... 107 Exam Reviews and Follow Up .......................................... 107 Grading System ................................................................ 107 Grading Progression......................................................... 107 Transcript Notations ........................................................ 108 Agreement for Incomplete Grades.................................. 109 Student Evaluation of Courses and Didactic Instruction ........................................................................ 109 Course Failures ................................................................. 109 Grade Disputes ................................................................. 110 Dropping a Course............................................................ 110 Academic Withdrawal from a Course/Program.............. 110 Withdrawal, Drop, and Readmission............................... 110 Undergraduate Students.......................................... 110 Graduate Students ................................................... 111 Students Enrolled in Programs that Have Drop/Add Programs ................................................. 111 Readmission.............................................................. 111 Transfer Credits ............................................................... 111 Postgraduate Certificate A.P.R.N..................................... 112 Leave from Studies........................................................... 112 1.Leave of Absence (LOA)......................................... 112 2.Requesting an Administrative Break in Enrollment ........................................................... 112 3.Course Status During an Administrative Break in Enrollment ............................................................ 113 4.Communication with the ACON During a Leave of Absence/Administrative Break in Enrollment ............................................................ 113 5.Return from Administrative Break in Enrollment ............................................................ 114 6.Leave of Absence Records .................................... 114 Graduation Requirements ............................................... 114 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.).................... 114 Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) ..................... 114 Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.) ......................... 115 Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Nursing with a Focus on Nursing Education or Administrative Leadership.... 115 Graduation with Honors—Diploma................................. 115 President’s List ................................................................. 115 Dean’s List ........................................................................ 116 Campus/Program Transfer .............................................. 116 Health Forms and Examinations...................................... 116 Client Safety ..................................................................... 116 Background Checks .......................................................... 117 Immunization Requirements ........................................... 117 Eligibility for Florida R.N. Licensure and Required Disclosure ......................................................... 117 ACADEMIC SUPPORT .................................................... 118 Student and Alumni Organizations.................................. 118 Sigma Theta Tau ....................................................... 118 Florida Nursing Student Association........................ 118 Advisement ...................................................................... 118 Academic Advising.................................................... 118 Registration............................................................... 118 Degree Works Report............................................... 119 Channels of Communication............................................ 119 Program Contact Numbers ...................................... 119 Ron and Kathy Assaf College of Nursing Hours ....... 120 Community Activities ....................................................... 120 Undergraduate Service Hours ......................................... 120 Technology Requirements ............................................... 120 General Minimum System Requirements ............... 120 Internet Service Provider ................................................. 121 Audio and Videotaping .................................................... 121 Computers in Classroom.................................................. 121 Textbooks and Supplies ................................................... 121 Course Assignment Format ............................................. 122 STUDENT PERFORMANCE STANDARDS........................ 123 Attendance ....................................................................... 123 Student Responsibility for Missed Assignments ..... 123 Faculty Member Responsibility for Missed Assignments ................................................ 123 Clinical/Laboratory/Practicum Absence .................. 123 Clinical Rotations and Practicum Experiences......... 124 Graduate A.P.R.N. Students ..................................... 124 Promptness............................................................... 124 Religious Holiday Policy............................................ 124 Dress Code........................................................................ 124 Identification Badges ....................................................... 126
2026 – 2027 Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Page V Service Animals ................................................................ 126 Classroom Behavior ......................................................... 126 Netiquette ........................................................................ 126 Social Media ..................................................................... 126 Drug and Alcohol Policy ................................................... 127 BEHAVIORAL AND ACADEMIC DISCIPLINARY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES .........................................130 Student Grievances .......................................................... 130 Committee on Student Progress ..................................... 130 Process and Procedure – Academic and Behavioral......................................... 131 Student Code of Conduct, Student Academic and Disciplinary Procedures, and Academic Dishonesty ............................................... 131 Academic Warning/Probation/Dismissal ........................ 132 Academic Warning ................................................... 132 Academic Probation ................................................. 132 Academic Dismissal .................................................. 132 Behavioral Warning/Probation/Dismissal....................... 132 Behavioral Warning .................................................. 133 Behavioral Probation................................................ 133 Behavioral Dismissal................................................. 133 Process and Procedure............................................. 133 Student Appeals ............................................................... 133 Policy and Procedure for Appeals ............................ 133 Appeals Committee Membership............................ 134 Hearings Protocol and Procedure ............................ 134 Appeals Committee Hearing and Decision Process ...................................................... 134 Identification of the Chemically Impaired Nursing Student........................................................ 135 UNDERGRADUATE ACADEMIC PROGRAMS..................136 Entry Nursing Program Description................................. 136 General Math Competency ............................................. 136 Exit Requirements for the B.S.N. Programs .................... 136 Exit Exam Requirements For the B.S.N. Programs .. 136 GRADUATE ACADEMIC PROGRAMS............................. 137 Post-Licensure Student Practicum or Clinical Requirements................................................................... 137 M.S.N. Advanced Practice Registered Nurse: ................. 137 Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, or PsychiatricMental Health Nurse Practitioner Program Descriptions...................................................................... 137 Post-M.S.N. in Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Certificate Programs ............................................. 137 D.N.P. Program Description ............................................. 137 B.S.N. to D.N.P. Program.................................................. 138 D.N.P. Project ................................................................... 138 Exit Requirements for D.N.P. Program............................ 138 Ph.D. Program Description and Progression ................... 138 D.N.P. to Ph.D. Program................................................... 138 Research Hours ................................................................ 139 Comprehensive Examination........................................... 139 Dissertation Requirements .............................................. 139 Dissertation Committee Makeup .................................... 139 Dissertation Proposal Defense ........................................ 139 Format for Proposal Defense........................................... 139 Dissertation Defense........................................................ 140 Format for Dissertation Defense ..................................... 140 Exit Requirements for Ph.D. Program ............................. 140 Last update: November 2026
2026 – 2027 Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Page 1 Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Institutional Governance Foreword This Student Handbook/Academic Catalog contains university-wide information, policies, and procedures applicable to all students for the academic year 2026–2027 and will remain in effect until superseded. This Student Handbook/Academic Catalog supersedes all prior versions, and the content of this Student Handbook/Academic Catalog shall govern and control any conflicts of information or policies in other university, college or program documents, directives, or website postings. The Student Handbook/Academic Catalog is the governing document for all university, college, and program-related information, unless expressly stated otherwise in an adjoining college and program student handbook. It is the responsibility of every student to be aware of, and compliant with, the policies and procedures of this Student Handbook/Academic Catalog. Failure to read and be cognizant of the content of this Student Handbook/Academic Catalog does not excuse students from adherence with NSU rules, policies, and procedures contained in it. For the purpose of promoting its educational mission to foster an environment where students grow and flourish in intellectual achievement, NSU has the inherent right to preserve order, respect and tolerance, honesty and integrity, and uphold institutional consistency through the setting of academic and conduct standards and the prescribing of procedures for the enforcement of such standards. In addition to maintaining order and consistency, whenever possible, the university aims to utilize its disciplinary procedures as a developmental process. In accordance with this philosophy, educational assignments may be added to any disciplinary -sanction. The foundation underlying such student standards relies on the tenet that the exercise of individual rights must be accompanied by an equal amount of responsibility and accountability. This ensures that the same rights are not denied to others. By becoming a member of the university community, a student acquires rights in, as well as responsibilities to, the whole university community. These rights and responsibilities are included in this Student Handbook/Academic Catalog. Students are required to comply with all NSU regulations as well as all local, city, county, state, and federal laws at all times. All students are subject to the policies and procedures as contained herein. The term “students” includes any individual enrolled in a course or academic program offered by NSU, whether in a degree-seeking program or not. In addition, any student residing in university residence facilities is subject to these policies and procedures and disciplinary sanctions for violations occurring within those facilities. Any act that constitutes a violation or an attempt to violate any of the policies or procedures contained herein may establish cause for disciplinary and/or legal action by the university. In circumstances where this Student Handbook/Academic Catalog defines a violation more stringently or differently than local/state law, the Student Handbook/Academic Catalog’s definition shall supersede. The university is not limited to or bound by the definitions contained in the local/state statutes or case law in addressing student academic or conduct violations. Students are also subject to rules and regulations established by academic programs of the various NSU schools and colleges such as the Code of Student Conduct and Academic Responsibility. Students should familiarize themselves with their individual college and program academic, conduct, and professionalism standards, in addition to the information contained in this NSU Student Handbook/Academic Catalog. Students who engage in conduct that is disruptive or endangers their own health or safety, or the health or safety of others, may be required to participate and make satisfactory progress in a program of medical evaluation and/or treatment if they are to remain at the university, reside in university housing, participate
2026 – 2027 Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Page 2 in any program, service, or activity offered by NSU, or if their physical presence is to be permitted on campus or university properties will be referred to the NSU Student Behavioral Concerns Committee for determination as to the student’s participation and progress in a particular program. NSU reserves the right to place conditions upon or require the withdrawal of a student from enrollment, university housing, or participation in any program, service, or activity offered by NSU, and/or to prohibit the student’s physical presence on university campuses and properties when the student’s continuation or presence therein, in the university’s judgment, may compromise to the health or safety of the student or others. Policies and procedures associated with the Student Behavioral Concerns Committee can be found on the NSU Student Conduct website at nova.edu/studentconduct/Student%20Behavioral%20Concerns%20 Committee%20Policies.html. In lieu of, or in addition to, disciplinary action, NSU also reserves the right to impose fines, take legal action, rescind housing privileges, revoke study abroad privileges, withhold student records, revoke other privileges, and impose other measures as it deems appropriate based on the circumstances. Students should also be aware that disciplinary action may impact eligibility for scholarships or other institutional financial aid. Students may also be subject to disciplinary proceedings for acts committed before their admission and/or enrollment at NSU. Reservation of Power NSU’s Student Handbooks and Academic Catalogs are not intended to form a contract or be part of a contractual agreement between NSU and the student, but rather provide guidance for academic and conduct standards and information as to the university policies and procedures. Handbooks and catalogs are deemed in effect upon publishing online and will remain in effect until superseded by either a new handbook/catalog or by a modified version, which is available at nova.edu/student-handbook and at nova.edu/academics/course-catalog.html. From time to time, it may be advisable for the university to alter or amend its procedures, policies, and/or the modality of instruction. NSU reserves the right to make such changes at any time. Reasonable notice may be furnished to the university community of any substantive change but is not required. It is the responsibility of each student to stay informed about any changes by reviewing them as published on the NSU website at https://www.nova.edu/student-affairs/studenthandbooks.html. The most current versions of the NSU Student Handbook and Academic Catalogs are published online and they supersede all previous online or printed versions of handbooks and catalogs. The currently published versions of each will control in the event of any ambiguity or conflicting policy with what may have been stated in an earlier version of the same. University policies are maintained in PolicyStat and will control in the event of any inconsistency or ambiguity with policies in this handbook or a catalog. Furthermore, the colleges, schools, departments, and academic programs may establish additional or more restrictive policies consistent with this handbook. Where such policies differ, the policy of the applicable college, school, department, or academic program will control, provided that it does not conflict with any applicable university policy maintained in PolicyStat. Flexibility in Policies University policies are intended to describe some of the expectations of members of the university community, as well as outline the university’s community policies and programs. They are intended to be used as guidelines and do not create an express or implied contract which cannot be changed or modified. Circumstances not specifically addressed in university policies will be handled on a case-by- case basis by the appropriate official selected by the university. As the need may arise, the university reserves the right to, in its sole discretion, modify, revise, supplement, rescind, suspend, terminate, or change its policies, procedures, programs, activities, and services, in whole or in part, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
2026 – 2027 Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Page 3 Glossary of Terms For purposes of this handbook, the following terms shall have the meanings set forth below. These definitions apply throughout this handbook unless otherwise specified in a particular policy, college, or academic program. Academic catalog / catalog: The official publication outlining academic programs, requirements, and policies for each college or academic unit. Academic program: A course of study offered by a college or academic unit leading to a degree, certificate, or credential. Admissions: The process by which an individual applies for and is considered for acceptance into an academic program at NSU, including the review of application materials, determination of eligibility, and issuance of an admission decision. Business days: Monday through Friday, Eastern Standard Time (EST), excluding university-observed holidays. Campus / NSU campus: Any property, facility, or location owned, leased, operated, or otherwise controlled by NSU, including the Fort Lauderdale/Davie campus and all regional campuses and instructional sites. Campuses / NSU campuses: Collectively, all campuses, instructional sites, and facilities owned, leased, operated, or otherwise controlled by Nova Southeastern University, including the Fort Lauderdale/Davie campus and all regional campuses. Code / Code of Student Conduct and Academic Responsibility: The university’s standards, policies, and procedures governing student conduct, academic responsibility, violations, disciplinary processes, and related sanctions. College or Program Policy: Policies adopted by a specific college, school, or academic program that may supplement or be more stringent than university-wide policies. Committee: Any group formally established or authorized by the university, a college, or an academic program to review, evaluate, or make recommendations or decisions regarding student matters, policies, or procedures. Designee: An individual authorized to act on behalf of a university official. Disciplinary Action: Any action taken by the university in response to a violation of university policy, including, but not limited to, warnings, sanctions, suspension, or dismissal. Enrollment: The status of a student who is registered for courses or otherwise officially participating in an academic program. Handbook: The Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook, as amended from time to time. Heath Colleges: The Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy, College of Optometry, College of Dental Medicine, Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine, Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine, and Ron and Kathy Assaf College of Nursing. Judicial Officer: The Dean of Students or the Dean’s designee, authorized to administer and enforce the Code of Student Conduct and Academic Responsibility, including the review, adjudication, and resolution of alleged violations. Jurisdiction: The authority of the university to enforce its policies and procedures. Main Campus: The primary campus of NSU located in Fort Lauderdale/Davie, Florida.
2026 – 2027 Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Page 4 Matriculation: is the official process of becoming a student at Nova Southeastern University, which occurs after the drop/add period of the first semester and/or part-of-term. Once a student has remained enrolled in their registered courses and is not dropped due to non-payment, course cancellation or roster reconciliation, they are considered matriculated effective the start of the first semester. Most current version: The version of a policy or document as published on the university’s official website, which shall control in the event of any inconsistency with prior or printed versions. NSU email account / NSU email / NSU email address: The official university-issued email account assigned to each student (i.e., @mynsu.nova.edu and/or @nova.edu), which serves as the primary method of communication. Off-campus email: Any email address not issued by NSU, including personal or external email accounts, which may be used by a student for communication but is not considered an official method of university communication. Official communication: Any communication issued by the university through official channels, including the NSU email account, university websites, or other designated platforms. Official University Website / NSU Website: The university’s official website (nova.edu). Registered Student Organization (RSO): Student organizations that are formally registered with and recognized by the Office of Campus Life and Student Engagement are designated as Registered Student Organizations (RSOs). Regional Campus / NSU Regional Campus(es): Any NSU campus or instructional site other than the Fort Lauderdale/Davie (main) campus, including, but not limited to, campuses located in Florida and other domestic or international locations where NSU offers academic programs, services, or administrative functions. Sanction: A consequence imposed as a result of a violation of university policy. Student(s) / NSU student(s): Any individual enrolled in a course or academic program offered by Nova Southeastern University, whether in a degree-seeking program or not. Student Group(s): A general term used to refer to student-based groups affiliated with or by the university. Student groups may include, but are not limited to, registered student organizations, clubs, student government organizations, ambassador groups, advisory groups, and other university-recognized student groups. Specific requirements, privileges, responsibilities, and recognition processes may vary by type of student group. Unit Policy: A policy developed and implemented by a specific college, school, division, administrative unit, or program within NSU to address operational or academic needs specific to that unit. Unit Policies must align with and not contradict University Policies. For purposes of this Student Handbook, a Unit Policy may be referred to by the specific unit to which it applies, such as a college, school, or program policy. University / the university / NSU: Nova Southeastern University, Inc. University Official / Administrator: Any person employed by the university in an administrative, academic, or support capacity, including designees acting within the scope of their authority. University Policy: Any policy adopted and maintained by NSU and published in official university materials or on the university’s official website. University Property: A policy that has broad applicability across NSU, governing institutional operations, academic and administrative functions, or stakeholder conduct. University Policies are developed to ensure consistent compliance with legal, regulatory, accreditation, or strategic institutional requirements and apply
2026 – 2027 Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Page 5 to faculty, staff, students, and affiliated entities. These policies are approved by senior university leadership and maintained in NSU’s centralized policy repository. University-Sponsored Activity: Any event, program, or activity that is organized, funded, authorized, or supervised by NSU or any of its colleges, departments, or student organizations. Violation: Any act or omission that is contrary to university policy. Written Notice: Communication provided in writing, including electronic communication sent to a student’s NSU email account or hard copy sent via postal mail.
2026 – 2027 Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Page 6 About Nova Southeastern University NSU’s Vision To be recognized as a leading professional-dominant, doctoral research university providing competitive career advantages to its students and fostering alumni and partnership connections. NSU’s Mission The mission of Nova Southeastern University—a selective, doctoral research university—is to deliver academic programs in a dynamic, innovative environment. The university fosters academic excellence, leadership, integrity, and scientific, economic, and community contributions through engaging and empowering students, faculty, staff, alumni, and partners. NSU Core Values Student-Centered Academic Excellence Scholarship and Research Innovation Opportunity Community Diversity Integrity NSU Board of Trustees The Board of Trustees for Nova Southeastern University is comprised of community leaders who help to guide the university through fiscal and operational oversight to ensure student and institutional success and to foster its financial sustainability. For complete list, please visit https://nova.edu/about/board-oftrustees.html. Accreditation Nova Southeastern University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate’s, baccalaureate, master’s, educational specialist, doctoral, and professional degrees. Nova Southeastern University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Nova Southeastern University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org). Campus Facilities Nova Southeastern University operates multiple campuses in the Miami to Fort Lauderdale area, including
2026 – 2027 Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Page 7 the Fort Lauderdale/Davie campus, the Oceanographic Campus in Dania Beach, and the Miami Campus in Kendall. The university has campuses in the Florida cities of Jacksonville, Orlando, Clearwater, Fort Myers, Miramar, and Palm Beach. There are also campuses in San Juan, Puerto Rico and Centennial, Colorado. In 2026, NSU opened its newest campus in Henderson, NV, which hosts our newest Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) Program. The campus in Fort Lauderdale/Davie is located on a 314-acre site 10 miles inland from the Atlantic Ocean and readily accessible via several highways and Florida’s Turnpike. The campus is the central location for most of NSU’s colleges, with state of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, patient simulation facilities, auditoriums, and computer centers. NSU’s campus includes educational facilities, athletic venues, residence halls, and performing arts theatres. In 2003, the university dedicated the 110,000-square-foot Jim & Jan Moran Family Center Village, a model for early education programs across the country. It also opened the Carl DeSantis Building, the 261,000square-foot home of the H. Wayne Huizenga College of Business and Entrepreneurship, the Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice, and the College of Computing, AI, and Cybersecurity. In 2006, the University opened the Don Taft University Center, a 366,000-square-foot recreation, athletic, and arts complex at the Fort Lauderdale/Davie Campus. The center is home to the 4,500-seat Rick Case Arena, Chick-fil-A, a state-of-the-art gym, food court, and a performing and visual arts wing. The wing houses the Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts at the Halmos College of Arts and Sciences. It includes the intimate Black Box Theatre, art gallery, performance theatre, and additional rooms supporting theatre, music, art, dance, and other creative activities. The Fort Lauderdale/Davie campus also includes the Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center, and the Alvin Sherman Library Research and Information Technology Center, which serves the university and the residents of Broward County in a unique private-public partnership and is home to the Alan B. Levan | NSU Broward Center of Innovation, the Cathy J. Husman Fine Arts Gallery, the Craig and Barbara Weiner holocaust Museum, and the Cotilla Gallery. NSU’s library system, also includes the Martin and Gail Press Library, Panza Maurer Law Library, the William S. Richardson Ocean Sciences Library, and four junior K- 12 school libraries contribute to NSU’s strong academic research environment. Opened in September 2016, NSU’s Center for Collaborative Research (CCR) is one of the largest and most advanced research facilities in Florida. The CCR provides wet and dry labs for NSU’s innovative researchers, a General Clinical Research Center, an outpatient facility, a technology incubator offering partnerships with innovative companies, and the NSU Cell Therapy Institute. The CCR also houses NSU’s Institute for NeuroImmune Medicine; the AutoNation Institute for Breast Cancer; the David and Cathy Husman Neuroscience Institute and Cathy J. Husman ALS Center; the Gateway Brain Institute; NSU’s Rumbaugh-Goodwin Institute for Cancer Research; NSU’s College of Dental Medicine’s Biomedical Institute for Oral-Systemic Integrative Sciences; the Emil Buehler Research Center for Engineering, Science and Mathematics; the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), which partners with NSU on collaborative research. Eight residence halls at the Fort Lauderdale/Davie Campus serve undergraduate and graduate students, including Mako Hall, a modern 608-bed apartment style residence hall constructed in 2019. Also on the Fort Lauderdale/Davie Campus is the K-12 NSU University School, an independent, nonsectarian, college-preparatory school serving students from early childhood through grade 12 within a dynamic university setting. The school offers a rigorous, research-based curriculum enriched by access to university resources, experiential learning, innovation, and a strong emphasis on arts, athletics, and community service, all within a supportive environment that prioritizes personalized instruction and student growth across lower, middle, and upper school programs. University School is home to the Noel P. Brown Sports Center which was expanded and renovated in 2016. It has a state-of-the-art fitness center, two full-sized basketball courts, a volleyball court, and areas for physical fitness activities and programming.
2026 – 2027 Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Page 8 NSU’s Guy Harvey Oceanographic Research Center, located at the Oceanographic Campus opened in 2012 as, one of the largest facilities in the U.S. dedicated to research and the conservation of marine life. It includes state of the art classroom and laboratory spaces supporting the Halmos College of Arts and Sciences. The building also includes an auditorium, library, and computer lab. The NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale boasts a permanent collection of more than 6,000 works, visual arts exhibits, arts curriculum, and educational programs in South Florida. In August 2019, NSU relocated and opened the Tampa Bay Regional Campus in Clearwater, featuring a 325,000 square-foot, state-of-the-art facility and parking structure. For a more information, please visit https://www.nova.edu/facilities/. Colleges and Academic Units Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice, (954) 262-8500 Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy, (954) 262-1300 College of Computing, AI, and Cybersecurity, (954) 262-2031 College of Dental Medicine, (954) 262-7319 College of Optometry, (954) 262-1402 College of Psychology, (954) 262-5750 Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine, (954) 262-1737 Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine, (954) 262-1400 Halmos College of Arts and Sciences • Fort Lauderdale/Davie Campus, (954) 262-3600 • Oceanographic Campus, (954) 262-3600 H. Wayne Huizenga College of Business and Entrepreneurship, (954) 262-5000 Ron and Kathy Assaf College of Nursing, (954) 262-1813 Shepard Broad College of Law, (954) 262-6100 NSU University School • Lower School: Grades JK–5, (954) 262-4500 • Middle School: Grades 6–8, (954) 262-4444 • Upper School: Grades 9–12, (954) 262-4400 NSU Campus Locations Fort Lauderdale/Davie Campus 3300 S. University Drive Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33328 Phone: 800-541-NOVA (6682) Email: nsuinfo@nova.edu
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