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Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale, FL

private nonprofitgraduate

Quick Facts

Integritas, Veritas, Sapientia (Latin)("Purity, Truth, Wisdom")

1977
Founded
Doctoral/Professional Universities
Classification

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About Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale

Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale: Evolving since 1977 to deliver career-focused education across Florida and beyond.

Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale stands as a testament to evolving educational needs, growing from its 1977 roots as a career college into a comprehensive private university. With its main campus in Fort Lauderdale, Keiser is renowned for its commitment to preparing students for success in Florida's dynamic business and healthcare sectors, expanding its reach to offer a wide array of undergraduate, graduate, and doctorate programs. It offers flexible learning options through both traditional and online delivery formats, catering to a diverse student body seeking practical, career-oriented education.

Initially established as The Keiser School, the institution steadily broadened its academic offerings and stature, transitioning through names like Keiser Institute of Technology and Keiser College before earning university status in 2006. A pivotal moment came in 2011 when Keiser transitioned to a not-for-profit model, reinforcing its dedication to student success over profit. This commitment is further exemplified by its institutional accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, ensuring high standards of educational quality.

Prospective students will find a university that balances academic rigor with real-world applicability. While its main campus is in Fort Lauderdale, the university also boasts a flagship residential campus in West Palm Beach, providing a more traditional college experience alongside its other campuses throughout Florida and internationally. Keiser's curriculum is designed to meet industry demands, fostering an environment where students gain the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in their chosen professions, including pioneering fields such as Chiropractic Medicine in South Florida.

Key Highlights

  • Founded in 1977 as The Keiser School to meet Florida's growing business and healthcare workforce needs.
  • Serves a large student body of over 21,300, including 18,452 undergraduates and 2,854 postgraduates (Fall 2024).
  • Institutionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
  • Transitioned from a for-profit to a not-for-profit private university in 2011.
  • Opened a 100-acre flagship residential campus in West Palm Beach in 2015, expanding student experience options.
  • Launched South Florida's first College of Chiropractic Medicine in 2016.
  • Chancellor Arthur Keiser became chair of the U.S. Department of Education's National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity (NACIQI) in 2017.

Timeline

1977
Founded as The Keiser School in Fort Lauderdale.
1982
Renamed Keiser Institute of Technology with new paralegal and computer programs.
1986
Became Keiser College and began awarding associate degrees.
2001
Introduced its first bachelor's degree programs.
2006
Changed its name to Keiser University.
2011
Switched from a for-profit to a not-for-profit model.
2015
Added a 100-acre flagship residential campus in West Palm Beach.
2016
Launched the College of Chiropractic Medicine, the first program of its kind in South Florida.
2017
CEO and President Arthur Keiser became chair of the U.S. Department of Education's National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity (NACIQI).
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49 Years
of Excellence

Schools & Colleges

1 notable schools within Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale

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College of Chiropractic Medicine

Launched in 2016, this was the first program of its kind started in South Florida.

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