Step 1 – Submit an Application for Admission
Freshman applicants have two ways to apply:
1) NSU Shark Select International Application, or
2) The Common Application
Step 2 – Submit Secondary School/Post-Secondary Credentials
You will need to send original or certified copies of your home country’s credentials as part of your application. You must also submit a copy of any terminating or qualifying examination results or certificates if applicable.
Students who have earned CXC or O-level certificates, HSC, BGCSE and CAPE must provide five passing scores in academic subjects and proof of secondary school completion.
All documents written in a foreign language must be accompanied by a notarized/certified English translation. Please note that both documents are required—the original in your first language and the English translation.
Please see “Examinations” for possible college credit for certain examinations.
For students with Post-Secondary Credentials (Transfer Students)
If your university course work was completed outside of the United States, you must have your transcript evaluated by a NACES accredited organization. A list of these organizations can be found at http://naces.org/members.html. Please ensure the degree and course equivalencies along with the grade point average (GPA) are included in the evaluation.
Step 3 – Submit Proof of English Language Proficiency
We require proof of English proficiency from ALL student unless they are from these countries – Commonwealth Caribbean, Bermuda, Canada, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, Australia or New Zealand. Exceptions can be made with Skype interviews.
Students for whom their high school education was NOT at an English speaking institution or for whom English is NOT their native language, must be able to demonstrate adequate English skills by submitting one of the following:
Proof of graduation from a U.S. regionally-accredited high school.
College transcript with one "English Composition One" course at a U.S. regionally-accredited college with a grade of C or better.
Proof of English language proficiency with a passing score on one of the following:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 79 on the Internet-based test
International English Language Testing System (IELTS*): 6.0 or higher on the test module
Duolingo Test of English: 105 or higher
Pearson Test of English-Academic (PTE Academic): Overall score of 54 or higher
iTep Academic (International Test of English Proficiency): Overall score of 3.9 or higher
Passing Level 9 from TALK International
Completion and passing of ELS Level 112 Intensive Program English for Academic Purposes
SAT verbal scores of 520 or above, or ACT English score of 20
Other Requirements
have a 2.5 GPA or higher
be registered for classes
complete OSHA and HIPAA trainings
be curious about various health professions
conform to scheduled assignments, dress codes and other professional responsibilities
Learn the Fundamentals of Chemistry Using Cutting-Edge Technology
Our technology-driven society needs more scientists. Did you know that almost every product manufactured requires a knowledge of chemistry and the expertise of chemists? Chemistry is also essential in biological and environmental studies. Simply put, chemistry is at the heart of most, if not all, scientific endeavors. Nova Southeastern University’s Bachelor of Science in Chemistry helps you find your future in the applied field of chemistry.
At NSU, you’ll test the fundamentals and applications of chemical and scientific theories by performing experiments using modern instrumentation and classical chemical techniques. You’ll learn how to communicate research results, solve problems, think critically, reason analytically and explore new areas of research. Beyond the extensive training in chemistry, you'll gain grounding in calculus, physics and biology. Depending upon your goals, you may choose the track aligned with the American Chemical Society. No matter what path you choose to follow, a career in chemistry helps you make a difference. NSU gives you the edge.
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Explore Careers in Industry, Education and Government
With your chemistry degree you’ll be prepared for a number of career opportunities, including everything from analyzing chemicals and compounds that affect living organisms to conducting experiments for a variety of purposes. You can work in the private industry, non-profits, education and governmental sectors. Some of the career opportunities available to you include chemical engineer, cosmetic chemist, industrial chemist, chemical waste and safety inspector, and art conservationist. Additionally, you can explore career opportunities within the Department of Agriculture, Department of Energy, Environmental Protection Agency, Food and Drug Administration and others.
Average Starting Salary
Salaries you can earn with a chemistry degree vary widely because of the many career offerings associated with this degree. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics some of the average annual salaries (in 2019) of popular jobs include:
Chemists and Materials Scientists – $78,790
Chemical Engineers – $108,770
Environmental Scientists and Specialists – $71,360
Medical Scientists – $88,790
Student Health Insurance Fee: 1892 USD per year
