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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: Dynamic career-focused education with diverse programs since 1977.

Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale stands as a testament to evolving educational excellence, a private institution born from a vision in 1977. Initially established by Arthur and Evelyn Keiser as a career college, its core mission was to equip students with the skills needed to thrive in Florida's burgeoning business and healthcare sectors. Over the decades, it transformed through various iterations—from The Keiser School to Keiser Institute of Technology and Keiser College—before proudly becoming Keiser University in 2006. This growth reflected an expanding academic portfolio, now encompassing undergraduate, graduate, and even doctorate-level programs.

A pivotal moment in Keiser's journey was its transition in 2011 from a for-profit to a not-for-profit model, a move that underscored its unwavering commitment to student success and community service. While its main campus remains vibrant in Fort Lauderdale, the university broadened its reach and offerings by adding a sprawling 100-acre flagship residential campus in West Palm Beach in 2015, catering to students seeking a more traditional college experience alongside its robust online delivery formats.

Institutionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Keiser University is dedicated to providing engaging and relevant education. It embraces its motto, "Integritas, Veritas, Sapientia" (Purity, Truth, Wisdom), striving to instill these values in its diverse student body. With a forward-thinking approach, Keiser continues to innovate, as evidenced by the launch of the first College of Chiropractic Medicine program in South Florida in 2016, solidifying its role as a leader in career-focused higher education.

Key Highlights

  • Founded in 1977, evolving from a career college to a comprehensive university.
  • Operates as a private, not-for-profit university since its transition in 2011.
  • Offers educational programs at undergraduate, graduate, and doctorate levels in both traditional and online formats.
  • Main campus located in Fort Lauderdale, complemented by a 100-acre flagship residential campus in West Palm Beach.
  • Institutionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
  • Serves a large student body with 21,306 total students in Fall 2024 (18,452 undergraduates, 2,854 postgraduates).
  • Home to the College of Chiropractic Medicine, the first program of its kind launched in South Florida in 2016.

Timeline

1977
Founded as The Keiser School in Fort Lauderdale.
1982
Renamed Keiser Institute of Technology, adding paralegal and computer programs.
1986
Renamed Keiser College and began awarding associate degrees.
2001
Launched its first bachelor's degree programs.
2006
Renamed Keiser University.
2011
Switched from a for-profit to a not-for-profit educational model.
2015
Added a 100-acre flagship residential campus in West Palm Beach.
2016
Launched the College of Chiropractic Medicine, the first of its kind in South Florida.
2017
Chancellor Arthur Keiser became chair of the U.S. Department of Education's 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 program was the first of its kind in South Florida.

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