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Congratulations on your admission to Nova Southeastern University's Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy! 

Now that you’re admitted to NSU, what’s next? Carefully review the next steps checklist below to make it official and become a Shark at Nova Southeastern University. Please work closely with your Student Affairs representative along the way, who is your go-to resource for any questions you may have:

Please be sure to follow the steps below in order to ensure you stay on course. Remember this page is intended for only accepted students like yourself, please do not share with anyone else.

STEP 1: INTENT TO ENROLL FORM

The first step is to confirm your enrollment by completing your Intent to Enroll Form.

Please scan and e-mail in PDF format to: Claudia Sylvana Gubiotti at cgubiott@nova.edu
or mail to:

Nova Southeastern University
Health Profession Division
Attn: Pharmacy Admissions
3200 South University Drive
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33328

STEP 2: ACCEPTANCE & PRE-REGISTRATION DEPOSIT

All accepted students are expected to pay their acceptance and pre-registration deposit by the assigned deadline indicated in their acceptance letter. We apologize, but extensions may not be given.

  •  Acceptance & Pre-registration Deposit: $1,000 (Non-refundable)
  • Please note this deposit will be applied towards the tuition amount for the first year. This may take up to 30 days from the start of class to reflect on your account.

 Payment Options

  • Here you will find a drop box, please select the drop box to choose the option:
    • Full Deposit: $1,000 (Due by the date indicated in acceptance letter)
  • Select “Add To Cart”
  • Enter the required information and select continue.
  • Check:
    • Please make all checks payable to Nova Southeastern University.
    • Please mail to:
Nova Southeastern University HPD Admissions
Attn: Pharmacy Admissions
3200 South University Drive
Fort Lauderdale, FL. 33328-2018
 
  • f you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Pharmacy Admission Office at 954-262-1267 or email Ms. Claudia Sylvana Gubiotti at cgubiott@nova.edu.

Once admission is confirmed by paying the required deposit, newly admitted students will receive their NSU Identity. The NSU Identity consists of the NSU Email and SharkLink account.

SharkLink is an online information portal providing students, faculty, and staff members with enhanced, streamlined access to class registration, course information, email, software applications, and more. By using their SharkLink/email username student can access all these items through one login. 

Please note that the NSU Email is the main line of email communication. Moving forward and closer to orientation, the college will no longer communicate by means of personal emails. It is imperative you retrieve your SharkLink as soon as possible.

 Obtain your SharkLink ID (NSU ID) by visiting the following link: https://www.nova.edu/resources/nsuidentity.html

Financial Aid is an important part of the admissions process. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit it online as soon as possible after October 1 to be considered for the maximum amount of financial aid.

Visit the Office of Student Financial Assistance for more information about the financial aid process.

The Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) provides complete support and advisory services for international students. They are here to answer your questions and help you with any immigration-related problem that you may have. Follow the summary listed in your acceptance packet and visit the OISS website for information on obtaining a visa and the requirements surrounding obtaining an I-20.

For all other questions regarding all visa status types please consult the Office of International Students and Scholars:

Website: https://www.nova.edu/internationalaffairs/index.html 
Email: intl@nova.edu
Phone: 954-262-7240
Skype: nsu.international

 

NSU Student Health Insurance

NSU requires all students to carry adequate health insurance coverage. Therefore, students will automatically be enrolled in the NSU Student Health Insurance Plan, and their student accounts will be charged accordingly. Students insured under another insurance plan must opt out of the NSU Student Health Insurance Plan each academic year by the given waiver deadline for their program. For detailed information, including waiver deadlines; access to the online waiver; and NSU Student Health Insurance Plan features, costs, and more, students should visit the Bursar’s website at https://www.nova.edu/bursar/health-insurance/index.html.

NSU’s Silverman College of Pharmacy (NSU COP) has partnered with Certiphi Screening Inc. to complete the background check process. The use of Certiphi Screening Inc. as a provider is beneficial to students as it is a secure unified way for PharmCAS participating schools to screen an applicant applying to multiple schools.

To begin the background check process:

  • You will receive a code from studentedition@certiphi.com. If you did not receive the email with the code, please notify the Admissions Counselor. The code is generated through PharmCAS. If you are a deferred student, you will not receive an email with a code. Please contact the Student Services personnel at your campus.
  • Once the code is received, click on the following link to access the Application Station and enter the code you received in the Application Station code field: https://applicationstation.certiphi.com/
  • If you have not already created an account for yourself, click the "SIGN UP NOW" button to do so. Otherwise, just click the "SIGN BACK IN" button to login using your Username and Password. Enter your full name and date of birth, Social Security Number (If applicable), current address, phone number, and email address.
  • Follow the instructions on the Application Station web site to complete your Background Investigation Consent forms.
  • If you previously completed a background check for this admissions cycle (2024-2025) through Certiphi for another university, you will not be required to repeat the process.
  • The background check process must be completed ASAP.

Offers of admission will not be considered final until the completion of the background check(s) with results that are deemed favorable by NSU Health Professions Division. Admission may be denied or rescinded, the student may be disciplined or dismissed, or his or her enrollment may be terminated if information received indicates that the student has provided false or misleading statements, has omitted required information, or in any way is unable to meet the requirements for completion of the program.

Following the initial background check (s), matriculated students may be asked annually to provide a certification relating to any convictions or guilty or no-contest pleas to any criminal offense other than traffic violations. Additionally, a Level 2 background check may be required of students completing certain rotations.

Health Profession Division students attending NSU are required to be properly immunized and receive a physical examination prior to the start of the program Immunization Form.

Immunizations are necessary for the health and safety of the students, the patients, and the staff. Students can expect to complete the following types of immunizations and vaccinations.

  • Measles, Mumps and Rubella
  • Varicella 
  • Hepatitis B 
  • Tdap (Tetanus/ Diphtheria/ Pertussis)
  • Tuberculosis Screening PPD 
Certiphi Screening Inc. will also manage and approve your health and immunization records. You will receive a prompt by email from Certiphi Screening Inc. to create an account under a system known as myRecordTracker.
To access myRecordTracker:
  1. Students will receive an email from the address: applicationstation@certiphi.com to their NSU emails, after they have paid their deposit.
    • Remember to check your junk and spam folders.
    • Click the link and follow the instructions.
  2. If you still are unable to locate an email after reviewing the steps above, please contact your student services representative for your respective campus.
  3. PLEASE NOTE: Once you access the account and create a login, you will need to enter the website by visiting myrecordtracker.com directly.

Please complete the following form and upload in myRecordTracker:

Video/Photo Release Form

 

NSU COP - Pharm.D. Student Computer Requirements*

Required Devices

  1. Laptop
    Students entering NSU’s Silverman College of Pharmacy must purchase any personal computer (PC) or Macintosh (Mac) laptop that meets the minimum system requirements. The PC or Mac laptop must have an integrated or external USB microphone and webcam. The minimum system requirements are to ensure the device is compatible with the Silverman College of Pharmacy’s testing platform, Examplify (ExamSoft testing application). For the most up-to-date minimum system requirements, visit ExamSoft Minimum System Requirements. Students are highly encouraged to purchase extended warranties or accidental coverage to protect the device.

  2. Non-programable Scientific Calculator
    Students must have a personal, non-programable scientific calculator (e.g. TI-30Xa) for in-class and homework purposes. Personal non-programable scientific calculators are permitted on specific examinations. Virtual calculator is enabled in Examplify (ExamSoft testing application) for examinations.

Required Accessories

Privacy Screen

Privacy screens must have a maximum restricted viewing angle of 60 degrees (recommended 30 degrees) at the brightest setting and must be utilized during examinations and per instructor request.

Optional Devices

Tablet

A tablet (e.g. iPad or Microsoft Surface tablet) is NOT required but you may wish to purchase one as a supplemental device. However, the student must have a PC or Mac which will be the primary device used for course exams in Examplify (ExamSoft testing application).

Software Required

Software Installation

Students must install the following software on their required computing device:

Examplify Examplify is licensed by NSU’s Silverman College of Pharmacy to deliver most examinations. Students must install and maintain a current version of Examplify on their required device for use during electronic examinations
Respondus Lockdown Browser Respondus is licensed by NSU to deliver some Canvas quizzes
Zoom Zoom is licensed by NSU to deliver online course content and for virtual meetings
Adobe Acrobat Reader Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view examination attachments and other course related content.
Microsoft Office 2016 or greater Microsoft Office 365 is free for NSU students. For more information, visit Office 365 Student Advantage – NSU SharkFINS (nova.edu)
Alternative Browsers Mozilla Firefox and/or Google Chrome browsers may be used
Up-to-date Anti-virus/Anti-Malware Software NSU recommends antivirus protection. Windows 10 and Windows 11 have built-in Windows Defender

Other

Other cloud-based or iOS/Android software, such as Poll Everywhere and Kahoot!, may also be used within courses. Students are expected to comply with requests to install software used for educational purposes

Restrictions

Incompatible Devices/ Restricted Software

The following are not compatible with the Examplify testing platform:

Chromebooks Chromebook laptops are not compatible
Android Android devices are not compatible
Linux operating systems Devices with Linux operating systems are not compatible
Windows RT Devices with Windows RT operating system are not compatible
Windows 10 S mode This version of Windows is not supported in our testing platform. Before purchasing, please ensure the device can run Windows without S mode. For more information, visit Set Up Your Microsoft Surface Pro to Run Windows 10 – ExamSoft
Virtual machine software Virtual operating systems such as Microsoft’s Virtual Machine, Parallels, VMware, VMware Fusion, or any other virtual environments are not compatible

*All students in the Pharm.D. program must meet the requirements outlined above. Requirements are subject to change as the curriculum and technology used in its delivery evolves. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure the device continues to meet the published minimum system requirements.

<<Click here for these requirements in the PDF>>

You may order your white coats through the following link: https://nsu.fashionsealhealthcare.com/. Please contact the NSU bookstore for inquiries regarding your white coat. The bookstore phone number is 954-262-4750.

 

The Office of Students Services schedules monthly Pre-Orientation Sessions (via Zoom) from January through July, to provide program information, details of the mandatory requirements and any current updates. Some of the sessions will include a representative from the NSU Office of Student Financial Assistance.  Communication will be sent to your NSU email address prior to each scheduled session.

Pre-Orientation Sessions Dates:

  • Thursday, January 18, 2024, 4:00pm
  • Wednesday, February 21, 2024, 12:00pm
  • Wednesday, March 20, 2024, 4:00pm
  • Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 12:00pm
  • Thursday, May 16, 2024, 4:00pm
  • Wednesday, June 19, 2024, 12:00pm
You will receive access to your orientation course by selecting Canvas application in SharkLink.
Class registration will become available in May. Communication will be sent by office of academic services to your NSU email when registration opens up.
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