Nova Southeastern University (NSU) is a private research university in Davie, Florida, founded in 1964 as Nova University of Advanced Technology. After merging with Southeastern University of the Health Sciences in 1994, it expanded into health professions, offering 150+ programs across 18 colleges. Highlights include oceanographic research, osteopathic medicine, NCAA Division II Sharks athletics, and distance learning innovation.

State

Florida

Student Population

6,800

Acceptance Rate

73%

GPA Range

3.2-3.8

SAT Range

1080-1280

Common Majors

Biology, business, psychology, nursing, marine biology

"NSU's Shark pride fuels diverse innovation on our sunny Davie campus with ocean labs. Off-campus, Miami beaches and Everglades adventures thrive; students love small classes, health science facilities, D2 games, research opps, global peers, and vibrant culture that launches professional success."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 2

Tuition (no scholarship)

$34,570

Conference

Sunshine State Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

Avg Women's Scores

Men's Team Notes

Nova Southeastern men’s golf posts team totals in the high‑280s over 18 holes, with several players carding in the 70s and frequent low‑round scores in the 60s. The Sharks consistently rank among the top programs nationally, showing strong depth and the ability to contend in both stroke‑play and match‑play formats.

Women's Team Notes

Nova Southeastern women’s golf typically scores in the mid‑70s per round, with several players carding in the 70s and occasional scores in the 60s. The team competes in high‑level multi‑round events, highlighted by solid counting‑round performances and a history of strong finishes at invitational‑level tournaments.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Joey Marino

Women's Coach

Heather Wall

Men's Email

jmarino@nova.edu

Women's Email

hwall@nova.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Joey Marino heads Nova Southeastern men's golf, recently ranked #12 nationally after strong showings like First Federal Southeastern Challenge (4th/18). He develops young Sharks through SSC schedules including Battle at the Shores and SSC Championship at Normandy Shores GC, targeting South Region NCAA qualification from Fort Lauderdale with assistants Parker Jones and Christopher Carlin.

Women's Coach Bio

Heather Wall leads Nova Southeastern women's golf, securing 2024 Sunshine State Conference championship with transfers and freshmen. A 2009 SSC Player of the Year (Florida Southern) and former Arkansas-Monticello head coach, she built national finalists through growth-focused development at Grande Oaks GC, winning individual NCAA titles like Olivia Grønborg's.