“Academic Excellence Is Our Standard. Academic Preeminence Is Our Goal.”

1. “Academic Excellence Is Our Standard.Academic Preeminence Is Our Goal.” “Academic excellence is our standard.Academic preeminence is our goal.” —Ray Ferrero, Jr., J.D.Chancellor ―Ray Ferrero, Jr., J.D.President

2. Welcome toNova Southeastern University With more than 26,000 students,NSU ranks #6 in enrollmentamong the nation’s 1,600 private, non-profitcolleges and universities.

3. Our Mission Sets Us Apart • High-quality educational programs of distinction from preschool through professional anddoctoral levels • Preparation for lifelong learning andleadership roles • Academic programs offered at convenient times, employing innovative delivery systems and rich learning resources • Emphasis on acquiring and applying knowledge in clinical, community, and professional settings • High-quality educational programs of distinction from preschool through professional anddoctoral levels • Preparation for lifelong learning andleadership roles • Academic programs offered at convenient times and places, employing innovative delivery systems and rich learning resources • Emphasis on acquiring and applying knowledge in clinical, community, and professional settings

4. A remarkable growth A Remarkable Growth • In four decades, NSU has grown from 17 graduate students to more than 26,000 students • With more than 3,150 employees, the University is Broward County’s third largest private employer • Each year Nova Southeastern University awards more than 7,200 degrees • NSU has more than 100,000 alumni, residing in every state of the union, as well as 55 other countries • In four decades, NSU has grown from 17 graduate students to more than 26,000 students. • With more than 3,150 employees, the university is Broward County’s third largest private employer. • Each year, Nova Southeastern University awards more than 7,200 degrees. • NSU has more than 100,000 alumni, residing in every state of the union, as well as 55 other countries.

5. Preparing Students for the Real World • NSU collaborates with local and national organizations, consortia, and agencies that add to the academic experience • Most of our professors have real world experience, allowing them to share both theory and practice with their students • NSU has formed partnerships with leading business and cultural organizations which help to provide hands on experience and mentorship • More than 1,000 members of the community volunteer on advisory boards, as speakers, and in other capacities at NSU • Our researchers pursue cutting-edge solutions that can be applied in the real world • NSU collaborates with local and national organizations, consortia, and agencies that add to the academic experience. • Most of our professors have real world experience, allowing them to share both theory and practice with their students. • NSU has formed partnerships with leading business and cultural organizations, which helps to provide hands-on experiences and mentorships. • More than 1,000 members of the community volunteer on advisory boards, as speakers, and in other capacities at NSU. • Our researchers pursue cutting-edge solutions that can be applied in the real world.

6. A Personalized Learning Environment • At NSU, there are no teaching assistants used in our classrooms; classes are taught only by experienced faculty members • Professors are accessible to students and many are practicing professionals in their fields, teaching both theory and practice • 85% hold doctoral or terminal degrees in their fields • At NSU, there are no teaching assistants used in our classrooms; classes are taught only by experienced faculty members. • Professors are accessible to students and many are practicing professionals in their fields, teaching both theory and practice. • 85% of our faculty members hold doctoral or terminal degrees in their fields.

7. 16 Centers, Colleges, and Schools

8. Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences • The small class sizes, averaging 22 students, and an accessible faculty offer a unique learning environment. • The Dual Admissions Program offers qualified students simultaneous admission into NSU graduate programs. • The Honors Program offers access to a unique interdisciplinary intellectual community. • More than 70% of pre-med and pre-law students were accepted into medical and law schools.

9. Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Degrees Offered Degrees Offered • Undergraduate Programs • American Studies, B.A. • Applied Professional Studies, B.S. (8 concentrations) • Athletic Training, B.S. • Biology (pre-med), B.S. • Communications Studies, B.A. • Computer InformationSystems, B.S. • Computer Science, B.S. • Criminal Justice, B.S. • English, B.A. Undergraduate Programs • American Studies, B.A. • Applied Professional Studies, B.S. (8 concentrations) • Athletic Training, B.S. • Biology (pre-med), B.S. • Communications Studies, B.A. • Computer InformationSystems, B.S. • Computer Science, B.S. • Criminal Justice, B.S. • English, B.A. • Environmental Science/Studies, B.S. • History, B.A. • Humanities, B.A. • International Studies, B.A. • Legal Studies (pre-law), B.S. • Marine Biology, B.S. • Paralegal Studies, B.S. • Psychology, B.S. • Theatre, B.A. Master’s Program • Writing, M.A. • Environmental Science/Studies, B.S. • History, B.A. • Humanities, B.A. • International Studies, B.A. • Legal Studies (pre-law), B.S. • Marine Biology, B.S. • Paralegal Studies, B.S. • Psychology, B.S. • Theatre, B.A. • Master’s Program • Writing, M.A.

10. H. Wayne Huizenga Schoolof Business and Entrepreneurship • The professors have been and/or remain active in the business community. • The school is home to the largest M.B.A. program in Florida. • The school provides a state-of-the-art, wireless learning environment. • The curriculum features access to distinguished lecture series and business mentors. • The school offers collaborative programs with the Law Center and Health Professions Division.

11. H. Wayne Huizenga Schoolof Business and Entrepreneurship Degrees Offered Undergraduate Programs • Accounting, B.S. • Business Administration, B.S. • Economics, B.S. • Finance, B.S. • Marketing, B.S. • Management, B.S. • Sport and Recreation Management, B.S. Master’s Programs • Accounting, M.Acc. • Business Administration, M.B.A. • Business Administration in Entrepreneurship, M.B.A. • Business Administration in Finance, M.B.A. • Business Administration in Real Estate Development, M.B.A. • Human Resource Management, M.S./HRM • International Business Administration, M.I.B.A. • Leadership, M.S. • Public Administration, M.P.A. • Taxation, M. Tax • Business Administration in Real Estate Development, M.B.A Doctoral Program • Business Administration, D.B.A.

12. Oceanographic Center • Ecologically oriented graduate education in the marine and coastal sciences focusing on the preservation of the ocean and coastal biological and physical resources • Recognized as a leader in oceanographic research, with grants in excess of $20 million • Home to the National Coral Reef Institute • Served as local organizers and host to the 11th International Coral Reef Symposium 2008, a major international scientific conference providing the latest knowledge about coral reefs worldwide • Home to the Guy Harvey Research Institute, which concentrates on the conservation of the world’s fisheries and marine biodiversity

13. Oceanographic Center Oceanographic Center Degrees Offered Degrees Offered Doctoral Programs • Oceanography/Marine Biology, Ph.D. Master’s Programs • Coastal Zone Management, M.S. • Marine Biology, M.S. • Marine Environmental Science, M.S.

14. Shepard Broad Law Center • Twice rated #1 “Most Wired” law school and among the top three on the 2005 Technology Honor Roll by The National Jurist • Ranked by The Princeton Review as one of the top 7 “Best Environments for Minority Students” • Dual law programs with universities in Barcelona, Spain and Venice, Italy • More than 7,400 successful alumni

15. Professional Programs Education Law, M.S. Employment Law, M.S. Health Law, M.S. Juris Doctorate Shepard Broad Law Center Degrees Offered Degrees Offered Professional Programs • Juris Doctorate, J.D. • Education Law, M.S. • Employment Law, M.S. • Health Law, M.S.

16. College of Osteopathic Medicine • Emphasis is on the inter-relationship of the body's nerves, muscles, bones, and organs for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of illness, disease, and injury. • Students receive extensive clinical experience in both NSU’s award-winning Health Care Centers and the community. • Rotations in geriatrics and rural areas are unique requirements of the program. • Students participate in humanitarian medical missions around the world. • Florida’s only fully-accredited program in osteopathic medicine • Florida’s only training Center for Bioterrorism and All-Hazards Preparedness (CBAP) and one of several geriatric education centers in Florida

17. College of Osteopathic Medicine College of Osteopathic Medicine Degrees Offered Degrees Offered Professional Programs • Osteopathic Medicine, D.O. • Biomedical Informatics, M.S. • Public Health, M.P.H.

18. College of Pharmacy • Consistently achieves more than 90% passage rate on North American Licensure Examination • Nation’s most culturally diverse pharmacy program, ranked #1 for Hispanic students • Among the nation’s best pharmacy education facilities, includes a full-service community pharmacy on site • Clinical experience at teaching hospitals, community pharmacies, clinics, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Food and Drug Administration • Programs in West Palm Beach and Puerto Rico • Largest of three existing international pharmacy programs in the U.S.

19. College of Pharmacy College of Pharmacy Degree Offered • Doctor of Pharmacy, Pharm.D. Degree Offered • Doctor of Pharmacy, Pharm.D.

20. College of Optometry • Only college of Optometry in Florida • Students benefit from clinical experience in NSU’s Eye Care Institute, which sees more than 50,000 patients annually • Strong community-based programs including a well-attended clinic for macular degeneration and glaucoma • Specialty services include pediatrics, low vision, and contact lenses

21. College of Optometry Degree Offered • Professional Programs • Optometry, O.D. Degree Offered Professional Program • Optometry, O.D.

22. College of Allied Health and Nursing • Nursing’s last three graduating baccalaureate classes had an average passing score of 97.4, the second highest overall score among the 20 Florida universities with nursing programs • Among the nation’s leading Physician Assistant programs; programs located in Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Naples/Fort Myers, and Jacksonville • Occupational therapy at the master’s and doctoral levels; physical therapy at the doctoral level • Doctoral program offered in audiology • Anesthesiologist Assistant program launched in 2006

23. College of Allied Health and Nursing College of Allied Health and Nursing Degrees Offered Degrees Offered Undergraduate Programs • Health Science, B.H.Sc. • Health Science in Vascular Sonography, B.H.Sc. • Nursing (entry-level), B.S.N. • Nursing (R.N. to B.S.N.), B.S.N. Master’s Programs • Anesthesiologist Assistant, M.H.Sc. • Health Science, M.H.Sc. • Medical Science in Physician Assistant, M.M.S. • Nursing, M.S.N. • Occupational Therapy, M.O.T. Doctoral Programs • Audiology, Au.D. • Health Science, D.H.Sc. • Nursing, Ph.D. • Physical Therapy (entry-level), D.P.T. • Occupational Therapy, Dr. O.T. • Occupational Therapy, Ph.D. • Physical Therapy, Ph.D. • Physical Therapy (Post professional Transition), T-D.P.T.

24. College of Medical Sciences • Teaches quality basic science programs • Strong interdisciplinary approach • Unique program that prepares students for admission to professional schools or for careers in biology, as well as positions in science education

25. College of Medical Sciences College of Medical Sciences Degree Offered Degree Offered • Master’s Program • Biomedical Sciences, M.B.S. Master’s Program • Biomedical Sciences, M.B.S.

26. College of Dental Medicine • One of only two dental colleges in the state of Florida • Nationally recognized dental stem cell research • State-of-the-art teaching facilities including virtual reality lab • Extensive clinical operation open to the community, with more than 100 dental chairs, a dedicated special needs unit, and craniofacial program • Clinical locations in Broward and Miami-Dade counties

27. College of Dental Medicine College of Dental Medicine Degrees Offered • Professional Programs • Dental Science, M.S. • Doctor of Medical Dentistry, D.M.D. Degrees Offered Professional Programs • Doctor of Medical Dentistry, D.M.D. • Dental Science, M.S.

28. Fischler School of Educationand Human Services • One of the nation’s largest schools of education, serving more than 15,000 students in 30 states and 40 countries • The nation’s #1 producer of minority doctorates in education* • Partnerships with dozens of school districts, community colleges, educational organizations, ministries of education and private corporations • Recent curricula developed for educators in Venezuela, Italy, South Korea, and Malaysia *source: Black Issues in Higher Education, July 2004

29. Fischler School of Educationand Human Services Degrees Offered Undergraduate Programs • Early Childhood Education, A.A. • Applied Professional Studies (1 concentration), B.S. • Education (1 concentration), B.S. • Elementary Education, B.S. • Exceptional Student Education, B.S. • Prekindergarten/Primary Education, B.S. • Secondary Education (2 concentrations), B.S. Master’s Programs • Child Protection (4 tracks), M.H.S. • Criminal Justice (2 specializations), M.S. • Education (33 concentrations), M.S. • Health Professions Education, M.S. • Instructional Technology and Distance Education, M.S. • Leadership-Education and Human Services track, M.S. • Speech-Language Pathology, M.S. • Educational Specialist (15 concentrations), Ed.S. Doctoral Programs • Education, Ed.D. Specialties include • Educational Leadership, Ed.D. • Health Care Education, Ed.D. • Higher Education, Ed.D. • Human Services Administration, Ed.D. • Instructional Leadership, Ed.D. • Instructional Technology and Distance Education, Ed.D. • Organizational Leadership, Ed.D. • Special Education, Ed.D. • Speech-Language Pathology, Ed.D. • Speech-Language Pathology, SLP.D.

30. Center for Psychological Studies • Mission of education and training, serving the community, and clinical research • Faculty is nationally recognized in areas such as school violence, forensic and police psychology, trauma, neuropsychology, and child psychology • Community service projects include programs for substance abuse, child and adult traumatic stress, domestic violence, eating disorders, and ADHD assessment and treatment

31. Center for Psychological Studies Center for Psychological Studies Degree Offered Degrees Offered • Master’s Programs • Clinical Psychopharmacology, M.S. • Counseling, M.S. • Mental Health Counseling, M.S. • School Guidance and Counseling, M.S. • Doctoral Programs • Clinical Psychology, Ph.D. • Clinical Psychology, Psy.D. • Specialist Programs • School Psychology, Psy.S. Doctoral Programs • Clinical Psychology, Ph.D. • Clinical Psychology, Psy.D. Master’s Programs • Clinical Psychopharmacology, M.S. • Counseling, M.S. • Mental Health Counseling, M.S. • School Guidance and Counseling, M.S. Specialist Program • School Psychology, Psy.S.

32. Graduate School of Computerand Information Sciences • Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education • Curriculum in information security certified by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security • Collaborative initiatives include the U.S. Army’s eArmyU and the Southern Regional Electronic Campus • Home to Florida’s largest Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) student chapter

33. Graduate School of Computerand Information Sciences Degrees Offered Doctoral Programs • Computer Information Systems, Ph.D. • Computer Science, Ph.D. • Computing Technology in Education, Ph.D. • Information Science, Ph.D. • Information Systems, Ph.D. Master’s Programs • Computer Information Systems, M.S. • Computer Science, M.S. • Computing Technology in Education, M.S. • Information Security, M.S. • Management Information Systems, M.S.

34. Graduate School of Humanitiesand Social Sciences • Internationally renowned program in Conflict Analysis and Resolution • Master’s degree program in Cross-Disciplinary Studies offers an individualized curriculum design • Master’s and doctoral degree programs in Family Therapy accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Education (COAMFTE) • Home to the Community Resolution Services and Brief Therapy Institute clinics

35. Graduate School of Humanitiesand Social Sciences Degrees Offered Doctoral Programs • Conflict Analysis and Resolution, Ph.D. • Family Therapy, Ph.D. • Marriage and Family Therapy, D.M.F.T. Master’s Programs • College Student Affairs, M.S. • Conflict and Analysis Resolution, M.S. • Cross-Disciplinary Studies, M.A. • Family Therapy, M.S.

36. Mailman Segal Institutefor Early Childhood Studies • Housed in the state-of-the-art Jim & Jan Moran Family Center Village • Model for integrated, multi-disciplinary services for children and families • Early learning school-based programs for children, birth to five years old • Parenting classes and workshops • Research-based programs for children with autism and special needs • Academic programs for early childhood educators and autism specialists

37. University School • “A campus within a campus” • One of Florida’s premier college preparatory schools (pre-K–grade 12) • Producer of numerous National Merit Scholars, Silver Knight Award winners, and AP Scholars • Nearly 100% college acceptance rate • An award-winning fine and performing arts department, competitive athletic program, and a variety of clubs and organizations round out students’ learning experiences

38. NSU’s 17 Academic Institutes NSU’s 17 Academic Institutes • Lifelong Learning Institute • National Coral Reef Institute • National Institute for Educational Options • Rumbaugh-Goodwin Institute for Cancer Research • Southeast Institute for Cross-Cultural Counseling • South Florida Ocean Measurement Center • The Language Institute • Tyler Institute • Women’s Resource Institute • Brief Therapy Institute • Community Resolution Services • Criminal Justice Institute • The Eye Institute • Guy Harvey Research Institute • Hudson Institute of Entrepreneurship and Executive Education • Institute of Trauma and Victimization • International Institute for Franchise Education • Brief Therapy Institute • Community Resolution Services • Criminal Justice Institute • The Eye Institute • Guy Harvey Research Institute • Hudson Institute of Entrepreneurship and Executive Education • Institute of Trauma and Victimization • International Institute for Franchise Education • Lifelong Learning Institute • National Coral Reef Institute • National Institute for Educational Options • Rumbaugh-Goodwin Institute for Cancer Research • Southeast Institute for Cross-Cultural Counseling • South Florida Ocean Measurement Center • The Language Institute • Tyler Institute • Women’s Resource Institute

39. Non-degree courses geared towards the creative and professional growth of adult and young adult learners Technology Career exploration Creative activities such as Sushi Making 101, the Ancient Art of Henna Painting, and Screenwriting The Language Institute offers ESOL, Foreign Language, and TOEFL preparation courses as well as private language lessons, accent reduction, programs for young children, and corporate training Office of Continuing Education certifies Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for NSU schools, colleges, and centers Conference Management Services Center For Continuing and Professional Studies Center For Continuing and Professional Studies • Non-degree courses geared toward the creative and professional growth of adult and young adult learners • Technology • Career exploration • Creative activities such as Sushi Making 101, the ancient art of henna painting, and screenwriting • The Language Institute offers ESOL, Foreign Language, and TOEFL preparation courses as well as private language lessons, accent reduction, programs for young children, and corporate training • Office of Continuing Education certifies Continuing Education Units for NSU schools, colleges, and centers • Conference Management Services

40. A Leader in Awarding Doctoral Degrees • #1 in education • #1 in psychology • #1 in professional/other source: NCES Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

41. A National Leader in Diversity • #1 in doctoral degrees to African Americans** • #1 in doctoral degrees to Hispanics* • #1 in doctoral degrees in education to African Americans** • #1 in doctoral degrees in business to Asian Americans** • #2 in first-professional degrees to Hispanics** • #2 in master’s degrees to Hispanics* • #3 in master’s degrees in education to African Americans** * source: The Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education, 2008 * *source: Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, an analysis of U.S. Department of Education reports of data submitted by institutions, 2006

42. The value of NSU research grants has tripled overthe past six years On the Cutting Edge of Research The value of NSU research grants has tripled overthe past six years. • More than 150 outside-funded research projects, valued at$45 million, are now underway • NSU’s board of trustees supports research with seed-money grants • Home to the USGS and the $8.5 billion Everglades Restoration • Acquired the Rumbaugh Goodwin Institute for Cancer Researchin 2005 • Center for Collaborative Research building to open in 2009 • More than 150 outside-funded research projects, valued at$45 million, are now underway • NSU’s board of trustees supports research with seed-money grants • Home to the USGS and the $8.5 billion Everglades Restoration • Acquired the Rumbaugh Goodwin Institute for Cancer Researchin 2005 • Proposed Center for Collaborative Research building

43. Florida LambdaRail NSU’s connection to the LambdaRail allows for collaboration with other institutions and scientists throughout the state, the nation, and beyond: • Virtual “collaboratories” for technology transfer among universities and private businesses • Interactive distributed simulations • Distance learning • Access to digital databases • Optical transmission with high-definition quality for remote applications up to 10 gigabytesper screen

44. Four Campuses in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties East Campus, Fort Lauderdale Dania Beach Campus, Oceanographic Center Main Campus, Fort Lauderdale-Davie North Miami Beach Campus, Fischler School of Education and Human Services

45. Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information Technology Center Main Campus

46. Maxwell Maltz Building Center for Psychological Studies and Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Main Campus

47. Carl DeSantis Building H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurshipand Graduate School of Computer and Information Sciences, Main Campus

48. Terry Building Health Professions Division, Main Campus

49. Jim & Jan Moran Family Center Village Mailman Segal Institute for Early Childhood Studies, Main Campus

50. Mailman-Hollywood Center Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences, Main Campus