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South University-West Palm Beach

Royal Palm Beach, Florida · Private (for-profit)

Aug 1Application deadline

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C+Value
N/ACampus
C-Academics
C-Admissions
C-Student Life
COverall

About

South University-West Palm Beach is located in Royal Palm Beach, Florida. It is a private (for-profit) institution. The university enrolls approximately 284 students.

southuniversity.edu

Cost and aid

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$18,238
Out-of-state tuition$18,238
Avg aid package$8,228
Students receiving aid57%
Pell grant recipients57%

South University - West Palm Beach's tuition is approximately $18,238 per year, with books and supplies costing around $1,500. 100% of students receive financial aid, with the average total aid awarded being $8,228. The average net price for undergraduates on financial aid is $21,553, which is 1.1 times the equivalent cost of Harvard.

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Admissions

Application info

Average GPA3.15
Student–faculty ratio13:1
Test optionalYes
Application fee$75

Application dates

Regular DecisionAug 1

South University - West Palm Beach has an application fee of $75 and does not require SAT/ACT scores. The university focuses on enrolling students and keeping in touch with their educational goals. The campus offers flexible learning formats, including on-campus, virtual instructions, and online courses.

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Academics

Graduation rate14%
Retention rate43%
Student–faculty ratio13:1
Full-time faculty53%

South University - West Palm Beach offers a personalized and supportive learning environment with small class sizes and faculty who know students by name. The university emphasizes a student-first approach to education, with knowledgeable faculty eager to support students in achieving their educational goals. The campus provides flexible learning formats, including on-campus, virtual, and online courses.

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$34,421
Job placement rate95%
Earn more than HS grad57%
Loan default (3 yr)11%
Loan repayment (3 yr)25%

South University - West Palm Beach boasts a 95% employment rate one year after graduation. The university focuses on preparing students for professional careers in fields like nursing and criminal justice. Graduates are known for their practical skills and real-world experience, which leads to better job opportunities.

Student life

Demographics

Small School
284Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

More femaleGender ratio
Female 80%Male 20%
56% BlackRacial diversity
Black 56%Hispanic 19%White 12%Asian 1%Other 11%
Campus housingYes

South University - West Palm Beach offers a blend of downtown life and beach aesthetics, creating a unique campus environment. The campus is small and well-maintained, fostering a secure and comfortable atmosphere where students often know each other personally. While there is little emphasis on sports or clubs, the university focuses on serious, goal-oriented learners.

Student reviews

Professors

Student

South Univeristy was a great school because class sizes were small and professors really lookout for their students. The professor were either former police officers or have backgrounds in the criminal justice career where they were able to share experiences and knowledge with their students.

Student

The faculty is always available to help and more importantly willing to help. It is a small school so every knows each other. The quality of the professors is second to none.

Student

studying and understanding the material is key

Student

This school is great due to the Professors.

Student

I prefer no online class

Student

Learning a lot from experts in the field

Campus and vibes

Student

They are on top when it comes to students enrollment as well as keeping touch with their goals for the educational needs.

Student

I am a new student to South University. So far, It has been a pleasant experience. There has not been any moment where I did not feel as if I did not have the resources necessary to be successful. I transferred in from a bigger university and there I very much felt like a number. The small class sizes here make for an overall better learning experience.

Student

The professors and staff are wonderful but I feel they dont keep you updated on whats going on till the last minute.

Student

I glad I choose this school

About South University-West Palm Beach

South University - West Palm Beach follows comprehensive safety protocols, including annual security reports, on-site security, and emergency response procedures. The campus has access controls, surveillance cameras, and panic buttons from the local Sheriff’s department. The university also has drug and alcohol policies, defibrillators on campus, and sexual offense prevention programs.

South University - West Palm Beach recognizes outstanding academic achievement through the Chancellor's List and Dean's List. To be eligible for the Chancellor's List, a student must achieve a GPA of 4.00 and complete a minimum of 12 credit hours. Undergraduate students graduating with a GPA of 3.50 or higher are awarded honors such as Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude, and Summa Cum Laude.

South University - West Palm Beach has a diverse student body, but data indicates a low percentage of international students. The university focuses on providing educational opportunities for a diverse student population, with a multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Avg faculty salary$92,988

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