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With our liberal arts heritage and over 100 degree programs, including nursing and marine biology, from bachelors through PhDs, we've got your options covered. Focus on arts and sciences, business, education, social work, communication, nursing, medical sciences, theology, or law. Take things further with personalized research and experiential learning opportunities, on and off-campus. Enhance your prospects with hands-on internships at some of the country's top organizations.

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Academic Support

The Career and Experiential Learning Team educates students and alumni on the essential job searching and life skills to propel them to succeed in the increasingly competitive global marketplace.

Service-learning integrates relevant community service with course work and critical reflection to enrich the learning experience, foster social responsibility and civic engagement, and strengthen communities.

Service-Learning

The Honors Program at Barry is designed to challenge, enrich, and prepare especially motivated students to pursue their fullest potential. By participating in a rigorous curriculum rounded out by an array of edifying and interactive events, students explore crucial issues that we face in our daily lives. Students are given the space for discussion and debate and the opportunity to learn from experts in their fields. The Office of Financial Aid can assist with determining eligibility for the Honors Program.

Barry University Students

The Monsignor William Barry Memorial Library is located in the center of the beautiful Miami Shores campus of Barry University. The Library is named in loving memory of Monsignor William Barry, one of the founders of Barry University. The extensive Library research collections include more than 950,000 physical items, over 40,000 print and on-line journal subscriptions, and several thousand on-line books and streaming video resources.

At Barry University, you will experience a small community atmosphere where you can always rely on our administrators and faculty for advice, encouragement and personal attention. We take great pride in giving individual attention from the very beginning. You can start building a personal relationship with one of our admissions counselors who will help answer any questions, and guide you through the entire admissions and enrollment process.

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High school students: Get a jump-start on your college education with dual enrollment courses from Barry University! You can earn high school and college credit at the same time, right at your own school.

Dual Enrollment

Continuing Education (CE) offers a variety of courses and non-credit programs designed to respond to the diverse educational interests and lifelong learning needs of individuals of all ages. We offer certificate, credential exam preparation, and licensure programs for professional and personal enrichment.

Barry University is committed to provide you with a dynamic and flexible approach to your degree pathway through our online courses and degree programs. We understand that balancing academics, work, and personal commitments can be challenging. That's why our online offerings are designed to fit seamlessly into your busy schedule, allowing you to pursue your educational goals without compromising on other important aspects of your life.

Distance Education

We are committed to providing programs and services that are guided by Barry University's rich educational mission and intended to enhance your Barry experience. Through partnerships with others in the university community, we aim to create experiences that will help transform you into leaders for a just and humane world.

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Campus Life

For students currently enrolled in classes at Barry, we have a wealth of resources you can tap into to bring ease and efficiency to your university experience. Get the help you need with administrative or financial questions, or check out course catalogs to help plan your schedule by semester. All the information you need to excel is at your fingertips.

We are an NCAA Division II school and a member of the Sunshine State Conference with 12 varsity teams, including men's baseball, basketball, golf, soccer and tennis; and women's basketball, golf, rowing, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball. So far, we've won 24 NCAA championships, had 338 All-Americans, 413 Scholar All-Americans, and nine NCAA "Women of the Year" finalists, the most of any Division II school. Not bad at all, but we're going for more.

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Become a Skilled, Compassionate Nurse Nursing Student Pathways

At Barry University, we believe great nurses are built on strong foundation, real-world training, and a deep commitment to caring. Our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program combines rigorous academics with immersive clinical experience — preparing you to step confidently into hospitals, clinics, and healthcare environments from day one. 

Pre-Nursing & Early Preparation

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Purpose

Confirm your interest and build academic foundation before formally entering the nursing program.

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Duration

Typically two years, covering liberal arts and sciences.

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Transfer Credits

No specific deadline to apply for pre-nursing; students are advised based on completed prerequisites.

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Application

No specific deadline to apply for pre-nursing; students are advised based on completed prerequisites.

Key Actions:

  • Declare Pre-Nursing as your major or indicate intent.
  • Complete general education requirements (English, math, sciences, humanities).
  • Take prerequisite science courses with labs.
  • Maintain strong GPA (target competitive nursing benchmark)
  • Attend CASA advising sessions for pathway planning.
  • Explore nursing clubs and volunteer in healthcare settings.

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Apply directly to the BSN Nursing Program if you meet the requirements

When:

If you have already completed the prerequisites and GPA requirements, you can apply directly into the BSN program.

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Duration

Typically 2 years - 6 semesters (Spring, Summer, and Fall).

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Transfer Credits

Students may transfer equivalent credits from other accredited institutions.

How:

  • Submit application to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program.
  • Provide any required documents, test scores if requested.
  • Check program deadlines closely.

Why Choose Barry’s BSN Program? 

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Hands-On Clinical Training — From Your First Semester

Through partnerships with leading hospitals and healthcare providers in South Florida, you’ll gain supervised real-world experience, developing clinical skills that go beyond textbooks. 

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Flexible Degree Options 

Whether you’re a traditional student or returning with a prior degree, Barry offers degree paths tailored to your background and goals. 

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Personalized Support & Small Class Sizes

With small cohorts and attentive faculty, you receive individualized mentoring — a critical advantage in demanding programs like nursing. 

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Strong Professional Outcomes & Licensure Readiness. 

Our curriculum emphasizes evidence-based care, clinical reasoning, patient advocacy, and leadership — giving you a solid foundation for licensure (e.g. NCLEX-RN) and a lifetime of career growth

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Service-Oriented, Caring Community

Barry’s commitment to social justice, service, and community engagement makes this program ideal for students who want to make a difference.   

 

If you already have a bachelor’s degree and are interested in pivoting to nursing, the BSN Accelerated option gets you there faster. 

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