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Keiser University-Ft. Lauderdale
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Keiser University-Ft. Lauderdale Academics
Keiser University is primarily an online college that offers a range of career-oriented and professional degrees, including (to name just a few) accounting, health sciences and fire science. Keiser University also has several campus locations in the state of Florida. Keiser University’s online degree programs are headquartered at the Fort Lauderdale campus.
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Professional Accounting is a 123 credit hour degree program that includes courses in business law, financial management and managerial accounting. The degree prepares students for the Certified Public Accounting examination in the state of Florida.
The Criminal Justice Bachelor’s Degree program at Keiser is a 120 credit hour program that includes courses in criminology, introduction to law enforcement and technology and crime. The main objectives of the program is to develop students’ ability to understand procedures used by law enforcement and to develop the ability to think critically.
The Nursing Program at Keiser University is designed for registered nurses. Prerequisites for this program include a proof of a current license to practice nursing in the US. Courses include crises intervention, community nursing and nursing leadership and management.
The Homeland Security Associates degree is a 60 credit hour course that goes over the major actions of Homeland Security including domestic and international terrorism, sociology and cyber-terrorism.
The Associate in Fire Science program includes courses such as fire prevention practice, blueprint reading and firefighting tactics and strategy. The 36 credit hour course will teach students to conduct proper fire scene investigation and give students an understanding of crisis management.
The Associate of Science in Aquatic Engineering Technology offered at Keiser Online has courses in electrical, lighting and filtration technologies and overall pool operation strategies.
Keiser University-Ft. Lauderdale Admissions
Students applying to the school must complete an online application, submit high school or GED transcripts, submit ACT/SAT scores, and pay a small fee. Students must have Windows 2000 or XP Operating System, a minimum of 64 MB of RAM and a 56 K modem.
International students must submit their TOEFL with a score of 500 or higher.
Keiser University-Ft. Lauderdale Financial Aid
Keiser University provides basic assistance in acquiring federal financial aid. Students must fill out the FAFSA form to be considered. Students must also complete an entrance counseling sessions. Additional financial aid or tuition assistance is usually available, including public and private loans.
Students may apply for federal loans through the Sallie Mae Parent Answer link on the web site. Loans include the Federal PLUS Loan.
Keiser University-Ft. Lauderdale Students
The school offers a placement services department that helps graduates find jobs in the area workplace. Keiser offers students an online library guide. Students may also order their textbooks online from the online book store.
Keiser Universities have campuses all over the state of Florida including Sarasota, Tallahassee and Daytona Beach.
Keiser University’s eCampus was tanked in the top 10 nationally by OEDb’s Third Annual Online College Rankings.
Information Summary
Ranks 956th overall and 25th in Florida
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
74.7 |
|---|---|
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$14,656 |
| Admission
Success rate |
54% |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
20 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
85% / 69% |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
9,639 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
| Surrounding community | Midsize city (inside urban area, pop. between 100,000 to 250,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 33,342 (33,342 urban / N/A rural) |
| Households | 12,569 (2.53 people per house) |
| Families | 7,529 (3.18 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 12,378 |
| Pop. — Asian | 656 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 96 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 186 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 19,493 |
| Pop. — Other | 2,085 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Associate's — Private For-profit 4-year Primarily Associate's
| Undergraduate | Associates |
|---|---|
| Graduate | N/A |
| Undergraduate Population | Medium full-time two-year |
| Enrollment | Exclusively undergraduate two-year |
| Size & Setting | Large two-year |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Master's degree |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Semester |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning |  |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force | —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending Keiser University-Ft. Lauderdale?
Ranks 2149th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $12,456 | $12,456 | $12,456 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $519 | $519 | $519 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | $13,272 | $13,272 | $13,272 |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | $553 | $553 | $553 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $14,656 | $14,656 | $14,656 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $24,552 | $24,552 | $24,552 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $17,272 | $17,272 | $17,272 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $11,832  $13,256 |
$11,832  $13,256 |
$11,832  $13,256 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,400  $1,400 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $5,976  $5,976 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $3,920  $3,920 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $2,616  $2,616 |
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Admission Details
| Application Fee Required | N/A |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate Application Fee | $50 |
| Graduate Application Fee | $50 |
| First Professional Application Fee | N/A |
| Applicants | 5,394 (1,555 male / 3,839 female) |
| Admitted | 2,896 (876 male / 2,020 female) |
| Admission rate | 54% |
| First-time Enrollment | 2,896 (876 male / 2,020 female) |
| FT Enrollment | 2,896 (876 male / 2,020 female) |
| PT Enrollment | N/A (N/A male / N/A female) |
| Total Enrollment | 9,639 |
Admission Criteria
What criteria does Keiser University-Ft. Lauderdale use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record | N/A / N/A /  |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | |
| Admission test scores | N/A |
| TOEFL | |
| Other tests | |
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does Keiser University-Ft. Lauderdale accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | N/A |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | N/A |
| Board Fee | N/A |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
Keiser University-Ft. Lauderdale Ranks 4237th for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $3,245 | 1,235 |  64% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $970 | 828 |  43% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | $1,373 | 1,049 |  54% |
| Student Loan Aid | $2,625 | 1,926 |  100% |
| Any financial aid type | 1,926 |  100% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at Keiser University-Ft. Lauderdale?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 71 | 59 | 130 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 544 | 1,899 | 2,443 |
Hispanic | 663 | 1,438 | 2,101 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 60 | 109 | 169 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 12 | 26 | 38 |
White Non-Hispanic | 1,436 | 3,310 | 4,746 |
Race Unknown | 7 | 5 | 12 |
| Total | 2,793 | 6,846 | 9,639 |
Student Graduation Demographics
How many students graduated at Keiser University-Ft. Lauderdale?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 25 | 38 | 63 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 721 | 1,155 | 1,876 |
Hispanic | 246 | 358 | 604 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 27 | 18 | 45 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 6 | 10 | 16 |
White Non-Hispanic | 1,600 | 1,954 | 3,554 |
Race Unknown | 528 | 587 | 1,115 |
| Total | 3,153 | 4,120 | 7,273 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at Keiser University-Ft. Lauderdale.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 394 | 413 | |
| 132 | 226 | 358 | |
| 80 | 173 | 253 | |
| 14 | 207 | 221 | |
| 83 | 137 | 220 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
Keiser University-Ft. Lauderdale Ranks 2997th for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $40,614 ($41,059 male / $40,207 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 326 (156 male / 170 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 470 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 0.7 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | $1,427,123 |
Keiser University-Ft. Lauderdale Summary
The following paragraph provided courtesy of wikipedia.
Keiser College’s Daytona Beach campus is located on Bill France Boulevard, one half mile from the Daytona Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida. The president of the SGA is Preston Ray Tuley for the night class and Jennifer Cortez for the day class.
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22 days ago
Unhappy Graduate
This school is great as long as you do not plan to further your education at another institution. I loved my professor and I learned quite a bit. There is a lot to learn in a one month period, which is what each class is, so understand if you don't put much effort into it you may pass but you won't retain the information since it is only being reviewed for a short time. That is the good. The bad. You are going to pay much more than what you originally anticipate. When it's almost time to graduate there will be a balance regardless of whether you thought everything was covered. This means you will not get your transcript let alone your degree. If they know you want to attend another school they will show you how it will be paid and you will have a $0 balance but then they will not send the info for the loans and they will not tell you about it until it is too late to reapply for the loans or you attempt to get your transcripts. Then they tell you that they can fix it if you sign up for some more classes with them. BEWARE and BE WARNED! Check out rip off reports and the complaints board. These are just the people who came forward. There are many others!!
about 1 year ago
steve kimball baylax ((at)) aol dot com
I graduated from the radiolgy program in 2003 and still owe a ton of money for the education. If I could do it over,I would go to BCC and get the same degree for way less.
over 2 years ago
Mercedes quisqueyana ((at)) hotmail dot com
Hola! I wanted to find out about Employment Opportunities at Keiser but its not very easy to find. Please advise. Gracias!