Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 75.8%
- Average SAT
- 1,175
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,040–1,310
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 24
- Total Enrollment
- 7,171
Admissions Overview
Nova Southeastern University is less selective with a 75.8% acceptance rate. Three out of four applicants gain admission, making this an accessible option for most qualified students. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1040-1310 on the SAT, with an average of 1175. Students with slightly below-average test scores still have strong chances of acceptance. NSU seeks students interested in health sciences, marine research, or professional programs who can handle the academic rigor of its trimester system. The university particularly values students drawn to its hands-on learning approach and research opportunities in South Florida's unique coastal environment.