Nova Southeastern University SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
Nova Southeastern admits a broad share of applicants, but the 3.94 average GPA shows enrolled students are still academically strong. With test-optional admissions, a SAT score near or above 1290 is worth sending; below the middle range, your coursework and grades should carry more weight.
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Nova Southeastern University facts and stats
Nova Southeastern University enrolls about 7,307 undergraduates in a suburban campus setting. Nova Southeastern has a 76% freshman retention rate, which is above the national average of roughly 70%. Its 6-year graduation rate is 63%, and the student-to-faculty ratio is 19:1.
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How do your scores compare at Nova Southeastern?
Key Nova Southeastern University application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
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Early Action
Offered
Early Decision
Offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
March 15
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you plan to submit scores to test-optional Nova Southeastern, aim to take your first SAT or ACT by spring of junior year so you can use summer and fall for retakes and potential superscoring. For the earliest ED or EA deadline, an October SAT or ACT is usually the last retake likely to arrive in time.
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What you'll actually pay
Nova Southeastern is a private not-for-profit, so the same tuition and fees rate applies to all students: $38,700. About 57% of students receive aid, and the average merit award is $19,379; submit the FAFSA by the March 15 priority deadline.
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Nova Southeastern’s listed cost of attendance is about $55,540, including tuition, fees, room, and board. About 57% of students receive financial aid, with an average aid package of $41,028. Merit awards average $19,379, which can substantially reduce the billed price for qualifying students. Graduates leave with an average debt of $30,401.
⬡ LangSmith1340b059-efd6-4e8c-8627-2a60d206f0c4Student life at Nova Southeastern University
63% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: Priority
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus.
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