Nova Southeastern University (NSU) is a private research university in Florida with its main campus in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States. The university consists of 12 colleges, offering over 130 academic degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral/professional levels. The university offers graduate and professional degrees in the social sciences, law, business, osteopathic medicine, allopathic medicine, health sciences, pharmacy, dentistry, optometry, physical therapy, education, occupational therapy, and nursing. As of 2024, more than 20,000 students were enrolled at Nova Southeastern University, and as of 2025, the university had 220,000+ alumni. NSU's main campus, located on 314 acres (127 hectares) is in the greater Fort Lauderdale area of Florida.