Newly Accepted College of Osteopathic Medicine Students

Registration for the fall semester information will not be available until the academic schedule is complete in July. We will email you with pertinent information once the calendar is complete and you are able to register.  Once you register for classes you will receive your financial aid information.  If you have any questions regarding financial aid, please contact financial aid directly by email finaid@nova.edu or call 954-262-3380, toll-free 1-800-806-3680.

For additional information contact Financial Aid.

*Class of 2029 requirements may not be updated until May 2025.

Students are required to own an Apple iPad® with a minimum of 8GB RAM and  64GB of storage from ANY of the following lines: iPad Pro (1st Generation), iPad (2017), iPad Mini 4 (4th Generation Mini), and iPad Air 2 (6th Generation) with IOS 15 or ANY of the later versions (only genuine versions of iOS are supported). Newest versions are always best. 

Students are required to own an Apple iPad® with at least 500 MB of free space required to commence an exam. See minimum specifications below. There are no substitutes for the iPad (e.g.  tablets). Additionally, the iPad must not be broken. NSU does not have any discounts available to students for purchasing iPads or computers. These are not included in tuition.

*Class of 2029 requirements may not be updated until May 2025.

A Campus-wide Wireless Network exists to provide students with electronic access anywhere on campus, including HD audiovisual, and interactive video conferencing 3D virtual environment for efficient 2-way communication during classes.

In addition to an iPad, students are required to own a PC/Laptop or MacBook/iMac with the minimum specifications as listed in the table below.:

Students will be required to attend mandatory Immersive Learning Skill Experience (ILSE) labs which will include the use of the Meta Quest 2/3 Virtual Reality (VR) Headsets. Students will have access to the VR headsets in the Lab. However, students who choose to purchase their own individual Meta Quest 2/3 VR headsets or already owned one must ensure the minimum specifications as listed in the table below.

Internet Access

All students must have in-home access to a dedicated broadband connection of no less than 2.5 Mbps download speed. Cellular data connections will not substitute for broadband access.

Internet connection is necessary for all technology software as well as to download, start an exam and upload exam files for ExamSoft/Examplify

The following system requirements are beneficial for optimal playback and the use of all Aquifer features:

• DSL connection (at least 2.5 Mbps); Free Test: http://www.speedtest.net/
• Internet Browser on Windows: Chrome at least version 100 or Firefox at least version 99 or Higher
• Internet Browser on Mac: Use most updated version of Chrome, Firefox, or Safari

*Class of 2029 requirements may not be updated until May 2025.

Yes. As part of the curriculum, students will develop medical research skills, hone and refine information management skills, and be exposed to medical informatics and advanced immersive learning technologies. Students have access to a variety of computer educational resources and course material. All applications listed below may be ordered by using the App Store Icon located on the home page of your iPads for free, no purchase required:

• Canvas courses, including SharkMedia recordings
• Examinations via ExamSoft
• Electronic textbooks through the NSU bookstore and NSU libraries
• Immersive medical simulation experience (Basic and 3D advanced immersive learning and gaming)
• Medical Spanish
• Web modules
• UpToDate
• Academic/Board review materials
• Clinical procedures resources
• Aquifer

A Campus-wide Wireless Network exists to provide students with electronic access anywhere on campus, including HD audiovisual, and interactive video conferencing 3D virtual environment for efficient 2-way communication during classes.

Yes. All Nova Southeastern University Health Professions Division (HPD) and all on-campus residential students (including graduate students) are required to maintain adequate health insurance. All entering students must have medical insurance before starting class whether it is through your own vendor or through the university. The Nova Southeastern Student Medical Insurance Plan will be effective August 1.

Every semester you are automatically enrolled in the NSU Student Medical Insurance Plan. Your student account is charged when you register for your courses. It is important you complete your insurance waiver if you wish to opt out of the school’s health insurance. If you are insured under another insurance plan, you will be required to complete an Insurance waiver form.  For any questions regarding the student health insurance please email studenthealth@nova.edu or call (954) 262-4060.

One important item to consider is the comparison of coverage between the Nova Southeastern Student Medical Insurance Plan and other insurance coverage.  Health Professions Division students may get a needle-stick injury (penetrating wound with a medical device that has been in contact with possibly contaminated body fluids) within the time of their training.  The Nova Southeastern Student Medical Insurance Plan provides coverage for such incidents, and other commercial plans may not.  Please consider this in making the decision about insurance coverage, as Nova Southeastern University cannot reimburse for needle-stick injuries if not covered by private health insurance. 

Students entering into the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Program are required to submit to Level I and Level II background checks, receive the required immunizations, and have a complete physical examination. Only the NSU mandatory form is accepted for submission. These requirements must be completed prior to the deadlines set by the Office of Admissions and the Office of Student Affairs by July 1. Failure to meet these requirements by the deadlines may result in forfeiture of your seat with NSU College of Osteopathic Medicine or a deferment in your matriculation into the program. Students accepted after July 1 must have this completed before orientation.

The required physical examination and the immunizations forms can be located at Immunization and Health Certificate forms.  Please do not mail, email, or fax these forms to NSU. You will be sent instructions on how to upload these through Castlebranch in a subsequent email.

Ceil Blue scrubs are required; you may purchase your scrubs through any vendor of your choosing or at our NSU bookstore in Fort Lauderdale. 

Purchase Scrubs through NSU

Orientation for both campuses will be held on July 22, 2025 and July 24, 2025. A schedule will be emailed to you prior to orientation which will include times and location. Please know that orientation and the first week of classes are intermingled. Once you start orientation, you will not have a break before classes.

Dress for orientation is professional attire, including your white coat. Basic elements for professional attire include appropriate length dresses or skirts, slacks or trousers, blouses or neat button-down shirts, and ties. Professional shoes include heels, loafers, or flats.

Dress for class is Ceil Blue scrubs. Please note that you will be required to have NSU Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine navy blue shorts and an NSU College of Osteopathic Medicine shirt to wear for your OPP and Physical Diagnosis Courses. The NSU College of Osteopathic Medicine shorts are mandatory and can be purchased through the bookstore; you are able to wear any NSU College of Osteopathic Medicine t-shirt or NSU society t-shirts.

Please plan ahead and purchase these items through the NSU bookstore OPP Shorts and OPP Shirts You will need them the first week of class.

The White Coat ceremony for the Fort Lauderdale campus will be held on TBD.

The White Coat ceremony for the Tampa Bay Regional campus will be held on TBD.

Detailed information regarding the events will be emailed to you directly.

Student orders are to be placed online at: White Coat Order. Follow the instructions sent to your NSU email. Please place your order as soon as possible due to the fact that the order can take up to 4 weeks to arrive (excluding weekends). 

If you have any questions about your white coat order, please contact the NSU Bookstore at 954-262-4750.

White coat ceremonies are open to family members. No tickets are required.

You will receive subsequent information regarding equipment needed for your physical diagnosis course. NSU Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine provides an opportunity for you to purchase the items you will need through an approved vendor. The ability to negotiate this equipment in bulk means the complete package is offered at a discounted price. 

• Rest and prepare for medical school!
• Purchase the required iPad, if you don’t already have one; start learning how the technology works.
• Make sure immunizations and physical exam are completed on time. Upload your physical exam and immunization to the CastleBranch site once you are sent the information to create an account. Continue to monitor to make sure the information was received correctly and is in compliance by the set deadline.
• Complete Level I and Level II Background checks when you receive instructions to do so.
• Submit all of your required final documents to admissions (i.e. final transcripts).
• Purchase your scrubs, white coat, and OPP/Physical Diagnosis course shorts & tee.
• Watch for information in July regarding your schedule and registration information as well as your books and equipment list.

Once again welcome to NSU Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine team. Enjoy the rest of your summer and we will see you at the end of July!

If you have any further questions contact the Student Affairs Team.