Nova Southeastern University and University of South Florida are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Nova Southeastern is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Fort Lauderdale, FL and USF is a four-year, public school located in Tampa, FL.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Nova Southeastern University | vs. | University of South Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Lauderdale, Florida | Location | Tampa, Florida |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
| $38,700 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$6,410
Out-Of-State$17,324 |
| 93% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 69% |
| $23,575 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $9,182 |
| 73.21 % | Acceptance Rates | 43.19 % |
| 15.61 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 23.31 % |
| 1,160 | SAT Score | 1,220 |
| 23 | ACT Score | 26 |
| 63 % | Graduation Rate | 77 % |
| 28 % | Transfer-out Rate | 10 % |
| 76 % | Retention Rate | 91 % |
| 20,910 | Student Population | 49,622 |
| 879 | Number of Faculties | 2,197 |
| 16 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 22 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |