FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

There are several avenues that students can use to pay for the selected program. When requested by the student, the University will work one-to-one with the student to develop a payment plan that fits the student’s budget and complies with the University directives and procedures. For customized payment accommodations, the student may contact the Bursar’s office at: bursar@nexusuniversity.com

The University uses CANVAS as the Learning Management System (LMS). This is a web-based software that allows the student to access classroom, class materials, assignments, and other class resources, and to communicate with instructors and peers alike. Once you are admitted to Nexus University you will have an user and password to log into the system.

Get in touch with our admissions team at (305) 575-1300, or admissions@nexusuniversity.com. Then you are ready to Submit your application.

Nexus University provides its students the option to earn their degrees online. The classes are asynchronous thus giving students the flexibility to learn. Students receive effective support by the administration, faculty, and staff; a strong curriculum; access to relevant content; appropriate quantity and quality of structured instructional guidance from qualified instructors; and options for interactions with peers and instructors alike.

There are several avenues that students can use to pay for the selected program. When requested by the student, the University will work one-to-one with the student to develop a payment plan that fits the student’s budget and complies with the University directives and procedures. For customized payment accommodations, the student may contact the Bursar’s office at: bursar@nexusuniversity.com

Nexus University utilizes various platform which provide for transfer of knowledge and information. These platforms are accessible via the Nexus University web page. The IT personnel oversees the maintenance and performance of the platforms and information security. Below are the technology requirements for our students at Nexus University. 

Hardware and Peripherals 

• A processor of 2 GHz or faster
• 4 GB RAM or greater 
• A high-speed internet connection with a connection speed of 1.5 Mb/s or better. o The use of satellite and cellular connections may result in slowness or errors (timeouts, access problems) when accessing the classroom and course materials. 

o The use of public access computers and internet (for example, at restaurants and public institutions such as libraries) may result in slowness or errors (timeouts or access problems) when accessing the classroom and course materials. 

Public access computers may not permit any access to certain course materials or systems due to security limitations.

• Monitor and video card with 1024×768 or greater resolution. 
• Keyboard and Mouse is recommended. 
• Speakers/Headphones and Microphone. 

o A noise-cancelling headset is recommended. o Public access computers may not permit usage of speakers, headphones or microphones.

• A web camera capable of video web conferencing 

o Public access computers may not permit usage of web cameras. A DVD/CD-ROM drive may be needed to install software in select courses.

Yes. Our Accreditations and Associations are:

• Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE): Nexus University is a branch campus of Universidad Mayor. Universidad Mayor, including its branch campuses, is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). 3624 Market St., Philadelphia, Pa., 19104-2680. Students can access further information on accreditation at https://www.msche.org or 267-284-5000 https://www.msche.org/institution/9172 
• Florida Department of Education: Commission For Independent Education (CIE) Nexus University is licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent Education (CIE), License #3985. CIE is responsible for the licensure of postsecondary, nonpublic, educational institutions in the State of Florida and can be contacted at 325 W. Gaines St, Suite 1414 Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0400 | 850-245-3200 http://www.fldoe.org/policy/cie/ 
• Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN): The Baccalaureate and the Master’s nursing programs at Nexus University, located in Miami, Florida, are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326 (404) 975-5000. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the RN to BSN and Master’s nursing programs is Initial Accreditation. View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding these programs at http://www.acenursing.com/accreditedprograms/programsearch.htm
• Member of Florida Association of Postsecondary Schools and Colleges.

Nexus University cannot accept international students on an I-20 Visa at this moment.

There are several avenues that students can use to pay for the elected program. When requested by the student, the University will work one to one with the student to develop an interest-free payment plan that fits the student’s budget and complies with the University directives and procedures. For customized payment accommodations, the student may contact the Bursar’s office at: bursar@nexusuniversity.com

Yes. Applicants with earned credits from a foreign institution of higher education must have their credentials and or courses validated, translated, and certified by a NACES approved agency.

Nexus University has several options for reducing the cost of your education. These include scholarships, transfer credits, and fixed monthly payments. Our monthly payment plan is a private education loan with 0% fixed interest (0% APR) and no money down. Not everyone will be eligible for cost-reduction options, so please contact an admissions representative to discuss your questions and see if you qualify: (305) 575-1300 or admissions@nexusuniversity.com.