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Nova Southeastern University is making a difference in the lives of people in Florida and around the world through world-class educational opportunities, innovative research, patient-centered health care, and more. This is what excellence looks like.

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NSU Nursing: Fortifying Healthcare

Helping to heal the world is a power that few people possess. At Nova Southeastern University’s Ron and Kathy Assaf College of Nursing, students learn the key components of healthcare in the classroom and through clinical practice to pursue successful careers in compassionate care and improving patient outcomes. These health professionals also serve a vital role in filling a growing need in the healthcare industry.

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NSU Research is R1

Nova Southeastern University has been listed by the Carnegie Foundation as an R1 top-tier research institution. As the largest private research university in Florida, NSU is a hub for real-world impact in the region. With cutting-edge facilities, internationally renowned researchers, and physician-scientists, NSU is saving our seas; pioneering innovative treatments for cancer, ALS, and neuroimmune diseases; and transforming the lives of patients.

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President’s Mission: Coach NSU to New Heights

As he takes office, President Moon discusses his mission to propel Nova Southeastern University to unprecedented heights, ensuring it stands as the top private university in our region.

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Where Research Thrives

Nova Southeastern University is Florida’s largest private research university. Our researchers are world-renowned experts in health care research, leading the fight against cancer, neuroimmune diseases, and autism. And our marine scientists are at the forefront in addressing issues of the environment and climate change, as well as in groundbreaking research into saving our sea life and protecting our oceans.