Founded in 1940 and grounded in the Liberal Arts Tradition, Barry University is a private Catholic university located in the heart of Miami. At Barry, learning leads to knowledge and truth, reflection leads to informed action, and a commitment to social justice leads to collaborative service. Barry University provides a personalized, values-based education that is centered on creating breakthrough opportunities that transform concepts into impact, and produce graduates who are leaders in solving society’s critical challenges. Academically and experientially rich, this practice adds lasting value and leads students to become active partners in their education. Barry is home to the College of Health and Wellness which includes the School of Nursing, the School of Podiatric Medicine, and the Department of Social Work, the Andreas School of Business and Public Administration, the College of Arts & Sciences, the Department of Education and Leadership, and the School of Law. Barry University has been rated one of the top universities in awarding financial aid packages, one of the top universities in creating opportunities for social mobility, and one of the leading universities in minority representation. Learn more at Barry.edu.
For over 120 years, Chamberlain College of Nursing has been at the forefront of excellence in nursing education. Chamberlain is increasing access to nursing education nationwide with campuses offering the three year Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program and flexible online programs like the RN to BSN option, Master of Science in Nursing degree program, Doctor of Nursing Practice degree program and Graduate Certificates.
Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is a comprehensive public university that is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. FAU is located in Boca Raton, Florida with five satellite campuses located in the Florida cities of Dania Beach, Davie, Fort Lauderdale, Jupiter, and in Fort Pierce at the Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution. FAU opened its doors as the first public university in Southeast Florida in 1964. Since day one, FAU has pushed the bounds of higher education. The University serves more than 30,000 freshmen, transfers and graduate students. People from every walk of life find a place at FAU. Students choose from more than 180 degree programs.
Florida Memorial University is a private university located in Miami Gardens, Florida. It is the only historically Black college or university (HBCU) in South Florida with a strong history since 1879. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 1,200 students. Popular undergraduate majors include Aviation, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Education, Business Administration, and Biology. Florida Memorial University offers three graduate level programs including the Master of Business Administration, the Master of Science in Exceptional Student Education, and the Master of Science in Reading.
Florida National University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, and master degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Florida National University. http://www.sacscoc.org Florida National University is approved for Veterans Training by the State of Florida, Department of Veterans Affairs, Tallahassee, Florida 32301, (904) 487-2836.
Galen College of Nursing is a highly recognized nursing school that delivers top-tier didactic and clinical nursing education to new and established nurses. Galen has over 20 campuses across the country that offer robust pre-licensure nursing programs and a virtual campus providing advanced post-licensure degrees. As an academic institution that focuses on offering excellence in nursing education, Galen is dedicated to expanding access to high quality clinical experience to a diverse population of nurses. As part of the HCA Healthcare family, Galen College of Nursing has been firmly positioned into the healthcare arena to help bridge the ongoing nursing shortage gap. Galen is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) and programmatically accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
For nearly 40 years, Keiser University has become a major university in Florida serving approximately 20,000 students, 3,500 employees, and over 60,000 alumni. Keiser University has a campus in 18 of Florida’s major and mid-sized metropolitan areas/Florida communities. With campuses located throughout the State of Florida and internationally, the regionally accredited private university provides educational programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels for a diverse student body in traditional, nontraditional and online delivery formats. Through quality teaching, learning, and research, the university is committed to provide students with opportunities to develop the knowledge, understanding, and skills necessary for successful employment. Committed to a “students first” philosophy, Keiser University prepares graduates for careers in business, criminal justice, health care, technology, hospitality, education, career-focused general studies, and more.
The mission of Lynn University today is the same mission that has defined the institution through its first 50 years and that will continue to define it in the future. Our mission is to provide the education, support and environment that enable individual students to realize their full potential and to prepare for success in the world. Lynn’s vision is to be recognized as one of the most innovative, international and individualized small universities in America. Lynn University will capitalize on its youth, location and close student and faculty bonds to become a forerunner institution, a different kind of learning center, an independent, innovative 21st century university that is unusually devoted to preparing young persons for America’s and the world’s future.
The Mission of Nova Southeastern University, a private, not-for-profit institution, is to offer a diverse array of innovative academic programs that complement on-campus educational opportunities and resources with accessible distance learning programs to foster academic excellence, intellectual inquiry, leadership, research, and commitment to community through engagement of students and faculty members in a dynamic, life-long learning environment.
Palm Beach Atlantic University is a comprehensive Christian university with a significant core emphasis in the liberal arts. Its purpose is to offer a curriculum of studies and a program of
student activities dedicated to the development of moral character, the enrichment of spiritual lives and the perpetuation of growth in Christian ideals.
Founded in 1933 as Florida’s first public community college, Palm Beach State has grown from three classrooms and 41 local students
to five campuses and 48,757 students from more than 161 countries. One of the top producers of associate degree graduates in the U.S., PBSC also offers baccalaureate degrees, professional
certificates, career training, and corporate and continuing education.
Whether you want to continue working while you earn your MBA or immerse yourself full time by moving to one of America’s top-ranked college towns, UF has a program that will meet your needs. Our Professional MBA portfolio includes Executive, Online, and Weekend Professional options, including our South Florida option. Once every three weeks on a Saturday and Sunday for 24 months, the best and brightest business leaders in South Florida gather in UF MBA classrooms in Broward at Miramar Tech Center. Only one faculty team teaches in the UF MBA program. Everyone earns the same degree and goes through the same rigorous coursework, regardless of their chosen program. UF MBA isn’t just a piece of paper – it is an experience that forever shapes and influences your professional and personal development.
Our range of health care programs—from a bachelor’s to a master's to doctorate level degrees—combined with our technologically advanced facilities are all designed to help you gain the knowledge, experience, and confidence you'll need to take on critical roles in today's healthcare environments. Plus, our online healthcare degree environment is designed to support you and keep you connected.