NSU is one of the nation’s largest Historically Black Universities, (HBCU). Our graduate programs attract students and faculty from all backgrounds. We extend an invitation to you to join the Spartan family and become an active member of the Graduate Studies community. - Read more about NSU Graduate Studies
Master’s degree programs are offered in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Criminal Justice, Electronics Engineering, Health Administration, Health Informatics, Materials Science, Media and Communications, Music, Public Health, Special Education, Social Work, Teaching, Urban Affairs, Urban Education, and Visual Studies.
Doctoral of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programs are offered in Social Work, Clinical Psychology, and Materials Science and Engineering. - Graduate Programs
Admission Deadlines
Standard Semester Based programs
November 1: Priority deadline for spring admissions.
May 1: Priority deadline for fall admissions.
Certain programs may have earlier deadlines or only admit students during the fall semester. Please check the program tab for more information on specific program deadlines.
Students with complete applications including all supplemental items by these deadlines will be guaranteed an admission decision prior to the start of the term for which the application was submitted. All other students may be considered for admission for the subsequent semester.
accelerated ONline programs
NSU also offer several accelerated online programs that can be completed within 12 - 18 months for a reduced tuition rate. Accelerated degree programs are offered in the following areas: Education. Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, and CyberPsychology. Students are accepted into these programs every three (3) times a year. Click here for more information regarding these programs and admission deadlines..
Thesis and dissertation submission deadlines
The Thesis/Dissertation format guidelines are available under forms. Please adhere to the following deadlines for degree conferral:
Fall 2024 Deadlines
Students who wish to participate in Fall commencement
October 18, 2024
Deadline for committee approved thesis/dissertation submission to Graduate Studies for format review
November 5 2024
Deadline for format approval to participate in Commencement
November 8, 2024
Deadline for graduation application to Registrar's Office
Students who wish to have their degree conferred in Fall 2024
January 3, 2025
Deadline for committee approved thesis/dissertation submission to the School of Graduate Studies and Research for format review
January 17, 2025
Deadline to submit the incomplete removal request to the Registrar's Office for fall conferral
Spring 2025 Deadlines
Students who wish to participate in Spring commencement
March 21, 2025
Deadline for committee approved thesis/dissertation submission to the School of Graduate Studies and Research for format review
April 9, 2025
Deadline for format approval to participate in Commencement
April 11, 2025
Deadline for graduation application to Registrar's Office
Students who wish to have their degree conferred in Spring
May 30, 2025
Deadline for committee approved thesis/dissertation submission to the School of Graduate Studies and Research for format review
June 11, 2025
Deadline for format approval for spring conferral
June 13, 2025
Deadline to submit the incomplete removal request to the Registrar's Office for spring conferral
Summer 2025 Deadlines
Students who wish to participate in Spring commencement
August 22, 2025
Deadline for committee approved thesis/dissertation submission to the School of Graduate Studies and Research for format review
September 9, 2025
Deadline for dissertation and thesis grade updates to the Registrar's Office and approved graduation application for summer conferral.