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With our Catholic 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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The path to your perfect career begins with planning and support. Career Development has resources for you to help you make the most of your time at Barry. Guidance is just an appointment away.

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.

The Monsignor William Barry Memorial Library is located in the center of the beautiful Miami Shores campus of 51²Ö¿â. The Library is named in loving memory of Monsignor William Barry, one of the founders of 51²Ö¿â and an inspirational figure in the Catholic Church within the Archdiocese of Miami. 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 51²Ö¿â, 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.

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.

High school students: Get a jump-start on your college education with dual enrollment courses from 51²Ö¿â! You can earn high school and college credit at the same time, right at your own school.

Dual Enrollment

51²Ö¿â 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 51²Ö¿â'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.

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.

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.

FAQ's

Nursing (BSN) Accelerated Option

FAQ's

  • The deadline to apply for the Spring BSN AO program, which begins in January, is October 31st of the previous year.

  • Approximately 15-25 students are admitted to the AO track.

  • For a detailed list of prerequisites, click here. It is essential to meet with an advisor, either in person or online, to ensure proper program planning.

  • No, it's recommended to apply early so that nursing advisors can assist with planning and provide updates throughout the process.

  • If you haven't completed all the program prerequisites needed to be reviewed by the Admissions Committee, you may be considered for admission to the Pre-Nursing track. Pre-Nursing is a pre-professional pathway that includes all the general education, prerequisites, and supporting courses necessary for admission to the Accelerated Option BSN. Students may transfer equivalent credits from another accredited college or university into the Pre-Nursing track.

    Our Pre-Nursing advisors, along with 51²Ö¿â's professional transcript evaluators, will work with students on an individual basis to assess transfer credits. Contact a pre-nursing advisor.

    There is no deadline to apply for Pre-Nursing. Based on the number of prerequisites completed, students will be advised of the approximate date when they will be ready to apply for the BSN program.

  • The Admissions Committee meets regularly to review completed applications. Applicants will be notified of the committee's decision shortly after their review. Please note that the decision of the Admissions Committee is final.

  • Yes, the ATI TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) is required. All applicants should strive to achieve the highest possible score to strengthen their application for admission to the BSN program, as admission is competitive.

  • Yes, there are many resources available from ATI. You can find these by using a search engine like Google and entering the term "ATI TEAS." Since this exam is widely used by universities across the nation, you'll find a wealth of resources to help you prepare.

  • Yes, online and telephone advising are available once your completed application and unofficial transcripts have been received. While initial registration requires an original signature, subsequent registrations can be completed online.

    If you have any further questions, please contact a pre-nursing advisor.

  • There are various dorm options available on the main campus. For detailed information about on-campus living, including how to apply for housing, services and amenities, safety and security, dining and meal plans, and off-campus housing options.

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  • The Accelerated Option BSN is an intense program that demands 40+ hours per week of class, clinical, and study time to ensure success. Due to the rigorous nature of the program, students will not be able to work and should plan their finances accordingly.

  • If you would general information about financial aid.

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  • There are various dorm rooms available on the main campus. For comprehensive information about living on campus, including how to apply for housing, details on services and amenities, safety and security, dining and meal plans, and off-campus housing options, can be found here.

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51²Ö¿â does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability status or veteran status. This policy applies to students, employees, applicants and trustees with respect to participation in any program, benefit, activity or student/employment opportunity offered by the University. Every member of the University community is expected to uphold this policy as a matter of mutual respect and fundamental fairness in human relations. Every student of this institution has a responsibility to conduct himself/herself in accordance with this policy as a condition of enrollment. Further, every University employee has an obligation to observe 51²Ö¿â policies and implementation of federal and state law as a term of employment. No person shall be retaliated against for reporting violations or concerns about prohibited discrimination or bias through appropriate University channels.

Nothing in this non-discrimination statement shall require 51²Ö¿â to act in a manner contrary to the beliefs and teachings of the Catholic Church or the University mission statement.

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