Keiser University
At a Glance

Keiser University is a dynamic, comprehensive institution dedicated to serving “students first” and offering programs at all levels in nursing, allied health, social and behavioral sciences, and business administration. Florida’s largest private university, it offers programs delivered in a distinctive format at 21 Florida campuses, as well as China and Nicaragua. Nationally ranked in a variety of categories, it is innovative in its instructional delivery; the online and graduate programs are among the more distinctive elements of the institution. The Flagship Campus in West Palm Beach features modern residential, student life, and athletic facilities.
Keiser University (KU) is a Private institution located in the South region of Florida. KU has Regional Accreditation.
The main campus in Fort Lauderdale, FL has a City feeling. 37% of students take advantage of the On-Campus Housing.
Keiser University offers programs that lead to the following types of degrees:
- Associate (2 yr.)
- Bachelor's (4 yr.)
- Graduate Degree
- Certificate
Student Body (as of Fall 2022)
Enrollment Type | Number of Students |
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Full Time | 11382 |
Part Time | 7638 |
Full-time students outnumber part-time students (1.49:1) at Keiser University.
Ethnicity | Percentage of Students |
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American Indian/Alaska Native | 1.00 |
Asian | 2.00 |
Black/African American | 18.00 |
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander | 0.00 |
Hispanic/Latino | 31.00 |
White/Caucasian | 24.00 |
Other/Unknown | 24.00 |
The most common ethnicity is Hispanic/Latino (31%) followed by White/Caucasian and Other/Unknown (24% each.)
Gender | Percentage of Students |
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Female | 71.00 |
Male | 29.00 |
At 71%, female students outnumber male students by a very significant margin. Percentages are based on "as reported" values.
Keiser University is a regionally accredited private career university that provides educational programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels for a diverse student body in traditional, nontraditional and online delivery formats. The main campus is located in Fort Lauderdale, with campuses located throughout the State of Florida and internationally. 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, and career-focused generalstudies. Inherent in the Mission is service to the community. This service includes community partnerships, involvement with various constituencies and various continuing education programs.
Total Students: | 19,020 |
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Undergraduate Students: | 16,960 |
Graduate Students: | 2,060 |
Average Student Age: | 30 |
Costs and Financial Aid (as of 2022)
for Full-Time
per Credit Hour
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Scholarships
Keiser University has been approved as an eligible institution by the United States Department of Education to participate in Federal Financial Aid Programs. Please note students must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States in order to be eligible for Federal funding.
The Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), is due by the end of the first week of the semester the student begins classes.
For more details, refer to Keiser University Catalog
Keiser University Scholarship Programs – Keiser University offers a variety of scholarships ranging from academic to financial for students who meet the criteria set by the University. Recipients must be enrolled in an associate, bachelor, or master’s program.
Private Scholarships – Outside scholarships are awarded to students who meet the specific criteria of the scholarship benefactors. Scholarship committees usually choose scholarship recipients who have high grade point averages, large financial need and/or superior academic quantities.
Listed below are a few of the free resources available to help locate funding opportunities.
- Fastweb
- The College Board
- College Express Search
- FinAID: The SmartStudent Guide to Financial Aid
- Scholarships.com: Free College Scholarship Search & Financial Aid Resource
- Tuition Funding Resources
- Scholly
- CollegeNet
For more details, refer to Keiser University Catalog
Category | Cost |
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Full-Time Tuition | 22048.00 |
Books and Supplies | 1200.00 |
Housing Costs | 15212.00 |
The total estimated full time costs of $38,460.00 consists of $22,048.00 for Tuition, $1,200.00 for Books and Supplies, and $15,212.00 for Housing.
Admissions (as of 2022)
Accepted
Application Fee
Tuition Deposit
for Merit Scholarship
General admission requirements for transfer applicants: A completed Keiser University application or Common Application. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale for all college coursework. Official transcripts from each college previously attended. Official transcripts must be mailed directly to the Admissions Office. Transfer applicants who have completed 24 or more semester credits of college coursework (non-remedial) with a grade of C or higher from a regionally accredited U.S. College are not required to submit official high school transcripts or standardized test scores for acceptance.
For more details, please see Keiser University Catalog
We understand that today’s students have many responsibilities and obligations in their lives. At Keiser, we deliver the same quality education through different scheduling options to accommodate busy schedules. Whether you choose day, evening, or online classes, chances are, you will find a schedule that fits yours and allows you to fulfill one of the most important commitments you can make – a commitment to your education.
For details, please visit Keiser University Catalog
ACT Score: | 17 |
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SAT Score: | 910 |
High School: | 3 |
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For Merit Scholarship: | 2.7 |
Applicants desiring to enter Keiser University must submit an application to the Admissions Office well in advance of the start date. This permits proper scheduling and assures the availability of classroom space. Applications for Winter, Spring, or Fall semesters should be made as early as possible, as these entry dates are normally the time of greatest enrollment. Applicants are encouraged to visit the University in person. The Admissions Office is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (with other times by appointment).
For more information please see: Keiser University Catalog
Distance Learning (as of Fall 2022)
Admissions requirements for distance learning programs are the same as admissions requirements for on-campus programs.
At Keiser University tuition and fees are charged to the student by the semester. Each semester is 16 weeks. Keiser University students are charged by the semester for the scheduled credit hours.
Keiser University understands and supports the educational needs of adult learners and those who cannot attend on-campus classes. Toward that end, many Keiser University programs are offered online. It is important to understand what online classes are and what they are not. On-line classes are not easy substitutes for on-campus classes. In fact, students find online classes as rigorous and demanding as on-campus classes. Students are expected to attend their virtual classrooms a specified number of times per week. All attendance is monitored. Times are flexible and dictated by students' personal schedules; nonetheless, their presence is required and recorded and counts toward final grades.
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All students are assigned an academic advisor. Keiser University's faculty and administration are dedicated to meeting student needs and attend to each student's academic needsin a professional and caring manner.
For more information, please see Keiser University Catalog
Campus Life (as of Fall 2022)
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The Flagship Campus is based in scenic West Palm Beach, a city packed full of opportunities and adventure. The campus has all that students need to support them during their studies, such as departments for academic affairs, student services, and administration.
Academic facilities include computer and medical labs, industry-focused learning equipment, numerous workstations and a career center. As well as many learning resources, the library/learning commons consists of individual study spaces, and quiet areas. The university’s bookstore, both online and on-campus provides books, course materials, accessories, clothing, gifts, and other supplies.
There are also many services that ensure everyone has a comfortable and enjoyable experience at the university.
Sports
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The Keiser University Athletic Department aims to lead the university in recruiting, enrolling, retaining, graduating, and developing leaders. As an NAIA institution, we continually strive to be a 5-star Champion of Character university and to meet all five of the Champion of Character objectives (Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Sportsmanship, and Servant Leadership). We do this through our 3 C’s skill development philosophy of Commit, Care, Compete. You must fully commit to the task at hand to be successful, care about the outcome and the effect it has on you and others around you, and prepare to compete at your highest level.
Mission Statement: Prepare our students for life by teaching skills and habits that lead to success, and help them to understand that winning is a byproduct of establishing successful habits.
For more information: https://kuseahawks.com/

- NAIA
- The Sun Conference