Student Success
The Office of Student Affairs within the Nova Southeastern University's Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences is committed to our students' overall success from admission through graduation, and beyond.
Our college strives to ensure that all of our students feel supported by offering resources on time management, study skills, as well as helping manage anxiety and stress. We are here for you!
To learn more about how we support our students each and every day, connect with us by emailing studentaffairschcs@nova.edu.
All PCHCS students are assigned an advisor within the program that helps them succeed academically and professionally.
Advisors help their students thrive in the following ways:
- Academic Progress
- Meet regularly to help chart progress related to goals, study plans, as well as ways to help improve your academic performance.
- Talk through and resolve any challenges as they arise.
- Career Advising and Professional Development
- As providers in their fields, your advisors are a great resource to get a window into what it takes to be successful as a practicing clinician.
- Assist with preparation for clinical rotations and beyond.
- Connect you with professional associations that offer networking opportunities.
- Offer meaningful advice and insight into the clinical world and all elements of effective patient care.
- Academic Integrity / APA Training Module
- Graduate / Professional Success Series
- Test-Taking Tips and Tricks
- Time Management and Study Skills
- Writing Support
- Student Disability Services or email (hpddisabilityservices@nova.edu)
- Tutoring and Testing Center (UG Students Only)
- Recreation and Wellness
- International Students and Scholars
- Student Handbook
- College of Health Care Sciences Student Affairs
- NSU Enrollment Management and Student Affairs
Beginning prior to Orientation and continuing throughout the curriculum, students in the Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences haves access to many programs and services aimed at helping them succeed.
Our Student Success Canvas Course in particular offers a wealth of modules designed by students for students that focus on skills that we know students will need to be successful, including:
- Setting a Solid Foundation for the Years Ahead
- Budgeting Your Time
- Building Resiliency and Defining Community
- Succeeding in the Classroom
- What's Next...Looking Ahead to the Future
For more information, look for the College of Health Care Sciences Student Success course in your Canvas shell.
Throughout the course of your program, the College of Health Care Sciences offers student success coaching designed to offer you resources and 1-1 support to help you progress academically. These sessions are designed to help you create a study plan that works for your situation, test-taking strategies, and much more!
For more information, or to schedule an appointment please email: chcscoaching@nova.edu.
Student Services
Bursar’s Office
954-262-5200
https://www.nova.edu/bursar/index.html
The Bursar's Office is responsible for collecting university tuition and fees, issuing student refunds from financial aid funds, sending invoices and receipts, and distributing student educational tax data.
Canvas Help Desk
Canvas Support Hotline: 844-865-2568
The Canvas Help Desk is available 24/7 and is able to assist with any technical issues. Students may also opt-in an online chat available in the help section of the Canvas.
Financial Aid Office
954-262-3380 or 1-800-806-3680
finaid@nova.edu
https://www.nova.edu/financialaid/index.html
Here you will find everything you need to know about student financial aid, including how to apply, financial aid deadlines, and types of aid available to graduate and undergraduate students, including Florida student financial aid.
Help Desk
954-262-4357
help@nova.edu
The Help Desk provides students at Nova Southeastern University with a centralized point of contact for technical support services.
Henderson Student Counseling
(954) 424-6911 or 954-262-7050
Services provided at the center include: treatment for anxiety, panic and depression; anger management; financial stress; social struggles; chronic illnesses; abuse; suicidal thoughts; break-ups and divorce; assault; and many other areas affecting a student’s quality of life.
HPD Library
954-262-3106
https://nsufl.libguides.com/hpdlibrary
The HPD Library is a collaborative hub for social learning and academic scholarship for HPD students, faculty, and staff at Nova Southeastern University.
On-Campus and Off-Campus Housing
954-262-7052
housing@nova.edu
https://www.nova.edu/housing/index.html
NSU Residential Life and Housing is committed to fostering student success and a university community. Here you can find information regarding local & campus housing options.
Student Disability Services
disabilityservices@nova.edu
https://www.nova.edu/disabilityservices/index.html
Student Disability Services provides information and individualized accommodations for students with identified disabilities.
SharkLink
https://sharklinkportal.nova.edu/public/dashboard
Is your one stop shop for locating many online resources here at NSU. Utilize your NSU credentials to log-in.