For the application year 2024, Nova Southeastern University has an overall acceptance rate of 72.67%, with 17,621 applicants and 12,805 accepted. The Regular Decision (RD) acceptance rate matches the overall rate at 72.67%. Historical acceptance rates show a decline from 92.51% in 2021 to 75.78% in 2022, and further down to the current rate. The average GPA of admitted students is 3.93, with SAT scores ranging from a 25th percentile composite of 1050 to a 75th percentile of 1310. No data has been provided for Early Action (EA), waitlist, or transfer acceptance rates for recent years.

Nova Southeastern University has seen a decline in its overall acceptance rate from 2021's high of 92.51% to 72.67% in 2023, with a steady decrease in the number of applicants. The applicant pool has grown from 11,749 in 2021 to 17,621 in 2023, yet the number of accepted students has also trended downward from 10,868 to 12,805 in the same period. Historical rates indicate fluctuations, with notable decreases from 75.78% in 2022 and 76.24% in 2020, showcasing a tightening admission landscape over the past few years.
Nova Southeastern University's wait list acceptance rates for recent application years are currently unavailable, as the data indicates no offered or accepted applicants for the years 2020 through 2024. This lack of data suggests a consistent trend of low engagement or acceptance from the wait list during these application years. Without specific figures, it's difficult to analyze historical trends, but the data gap highlights potential challenges for wait-listed students in securing admission at Nova Southeastern University.
Nova Southeastern University has not disclosed transfer acceptance rates, number of applicants, or accepted students for the recent years, including 2024 through 2023. However, the average GPA of transfer applicants remains strong at 3.93, indicating a competitive applicant pool. The lack of available historical data prevents an analysis of trends in acceptance rates or applicant statistics over the years.
| Race | Applicants |
|---|---|
| Asian American | 12% |
| Black/African American | 17% |
| Caucasian/White | 29.6% |
| Hispanic/Latino | 30% |
| Two or More | 2.6% |
| Other or Did Not Indicate | 1.9% |

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