Program listing
There are about as many paths through life as there are people, so if you're uncertain about your major, that's understandable. It's also okay to change your mind; a degree is a major commitment (no pun intended).
With our Catholic liberal arts heritage and over 100 degree programs, including nursing and marine biology, from bachelors through PhDs, we've got your options covered. Focus on arts and sciences, business, education, social work, communication, nursing, medical sciences, theology, or law. Take things further with personalized research and experiential learning opportunities, on and off-campus. Enhance your prospects with hands-on internships at some of the country's top organizations.
The Career and Experiential Learning Team educates students and alumni on the essential job searching and life skills to propel them to succeed in the increasingly competitive global marketplace.
Service-learning integrates relevant community service with course work and critical reflection to enrich the learning experience, foster social responsibility and civic engagement, and strengthen communities.
The Honors Program at Barry is designed to challenge, enrich, and prepare especially motivated students to pursue their fullest potential. By participating in a rigorous curriculum rounded out by an array of edifying and interactive events, students explore crucial issues that we face in our daily lives. Students are given the space for discussion and debate and the opportunity to learn from experts in their fields. The Office of Financial Aid can assist with determining eligibility for the Honors Program.
The Monsignor William Barry Memorial Library is located in the center of the beautiful Miami Shores campus of Barry University. The Library is named in loving memory of Monsignor William Barry, one of the founders of Barry University and an inspirational figure in the Catholic Church within the Archdiocese of Miami. The extensive Library research collections include more than 950,000 physical items, over 40,000 print and on-line journal subscriptions, and several thousand on-line books and streaming video resources.
At Barry University, you will experience a small community atmosphere where you can always rely on our administrators and faculty for advice, encouragement and personal attention. We take great pride in giving individual attention from the very beginning. You can start building a personal relationship with one of our admissions counselors who will help answer any questions, and guide you through the entire admissions and enrollment process.
Continuing Education (CE) offers a variety of courses and non-credit programs designed to respond to the diverse educational interests and lifelong learning needs of individuals of all ages. We offer certificate, credential exam preparation, and licensure programs for professional and personal enrichment.
High school students: Get a jump-start on your college education with dual enrollment courses from Barry University! You can earn high school and college credit at the same time, right at your own school.
Barry University is committed to provide you with a dynamic and flexible approach to your degree pathway through our online courses and degree programs. We understand that balancing academics, work, and personal commitments can be challenging. That's why our online offerings are designed to fit seamlessly into your busy schedule, allowing you to pursue your educational goals without compromising on other important aspects of your life.
We are committed to providing programs and services that are guided by Barry University's rich educational mission and intended to enhance your Barry experience. Through partnerships with others in the university community, we aim to create experiences that will help transform you into leaders for a just and humane world.
We are an NCAA Division II school and a member of the Sunshine State Conference with 12 varsity teams, including men's baseball, basketball, golf, soccer and tennis; and women's basketball, golf, rowing, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball. So far, we've won 24 NCAA championships, had 338 All-Americans, 413 Scholar All-Americans, and nine NCAA "Women of the Year" finalists, the most of any Division II school. Not bad at all, but we're going for more.
For students currently enrolled in classes at Barry, we have a wealth of resources you can tap into to bring ease and efficiency to your university experience. Get the help you need with administrative or financial questions, or check out course catalogs to help plan your schedule by semester. All the information you need to excel is at your fingertips.
There are about as many paths through life as there are people, so if you're uncertain about your major, that's understandable. It's also okay to change your mind; a degree is a major commitment (no pun intended).
That’s not unusual. At Barry University, 10 percent of entering, first-year students are undecided about a major and 45 percent of entering, first-year students change their major at least once.
Our Mission
We are committed to providing an educational experience that fosters individual and communal transformation. We believe that learning leads to knowledge and truth, reflection leads to informed action, and a commitment to social justice leads to collaborative service.
Life on Campus
Our environment designed to help you deepen your engagement with your talents and passions. Find the professional support you need, and the community experience that makes you feel at home.
Our Faculty
Our faculty is comprised of accomplished individuals who excel in their field of work. Small class sizes (15:1 student-teacher ratio) ensure you will get the attention and support you need to achieve your dreams.
Diversity
We’re proud to welcome students to Barry with roots in many different countries. Experience our rich cultural heritage through campus events and celebrations.
Culture at Barry
Dive in to your passions at Barry. Contribute to campus culture by participating in student-centric media, performances, athletics, academic societies, and clubs.
Your Future
Students who graduate from Barry find their dream careers. Our alumni work in media in companies such as Fox and VH1, in The House of Representatives, and at prestigious hospitals and law firms.
Our Mission
We are committed to providing an educational experience that fosters individual and communal transformation. We believe that learning leads to knowledge and truth, reflection leads to informed action, and a commitment to social justice leads to collaborative service.
Life on Campus
Our environment designed to help you deepen your engagement with your talents and passions. Find the professional support you need, and the community experience that makes you feel at home.
Our Faculty
Our faculty is comprised of accomplished individuals who excel in their field of work. Small class sizes (15:1 student-teacher ratio) ensure you will get the attention and support you need to achieve your dreams.
Diversity
We’re proud to welcome students to Barry with roots in many different countries. Experience our rich cultural heritage through campus events and celebrations.
Culture at Barry
Dive in to your passions at Barry. Contribute to campus culture by participating in student-centric media, performances, athletics, academic societies, and clubs.
Your Future
Students who graduate from Barry find their dream careers. Our alumni work in media in companies such as Fox and VH1, in The House of Representatives, and at prestigious hospitals and law firms.
Founded in 1940 by the Adrian Dominican Sisters and originally called Barry College for Women, Barry is now a coeducational university that remains faithful to its Catholic intellectual tradition. We know that reflection and action play a big role in intellectual life. Additionally, education fosters individual and communal transformation. That’s why we stress the importance of taking informed action and making a commitment to social justice.
Embracing a global world view, the University nurtures and values cultural, social and intellectual diversity, and welcomes faculty, staff, and students of all faith traditions.
Whether you love the arts, education, the humanities, or the sciences, our 11 departments offer you stimulating academic programs that prepare you to meet future challenges with confidence and knowledge.
Learn MoreOur mission is to deliver high quality education that will enable our students to succeed as responsible business practitioners and leaders.
Learn MoreOur College features nationally recognized undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in a variety of health care specialties.
Learn moreThe Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law is committed to providing graduates with the skills and knowledge needed to aid society through the competent and ethical practice of law.
Learn moreBarry University has over sixty-five years of education excellence in preparing professional nurses.
Learn moreBarry University's School of Podiatric Medicine offers you the opportunity to earn a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree in four years.
Learn more
Main Campus
Our main campus in Miami Shores, Florida, is a lush, tropical oasis just miles from bustling downtown Miami. Stretch out on the vast campus lawns and find solitude in our chapel. When you’re craving something a little busier, the city is just a short car ride away.
South Florida Advantage
With so much to do and see, you’ll always be a part of something awesome when you’re here. Find the warm waters of Miami’s beaches, iconic murals in the Wynwood Arts District, Brickell’s international industries, and downtown’s major cultural institutions right down the street.
Barry U Throughout Florida
No. Barry also has a School of Law in Orlando and offers many classes at locations throughout the state of Florida, online, and even in the Bahamas. If you’re returning to school to further your career, you'll find many flexible programs set up to support working professionals.
Learn more
Main Campus
Our main campus in Miami Shores, Florida, is a lush, tropical oasis just miles from bustling downtown Miami. Stretch out on the vast campus lawns and find solitude in our chapel. When you’re craving something a little busier, the city is just a short car ride away.
South Florida Advantage
With so much to do and see, you’ll always be a part of something awesome when you’re here. Find the warm waters of Miami’s beaches, iconic murals in the Wynwood Arts District, Brickell’s international industries, and downtown’s major cultural institutions right down the street.
Barry U Throughout Florida
No. Barry also has a School of Law in Orlando and offers many classes at locations throughout the state of Florida, online, and even in the Bahamas. If you’re returning to school to further your career, you'll find many flexible programs set up to support working professionals.
Learn more
11300 NE 2nd Ave Miami Shores, FL 33161
Phone
305-899-30006441 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32807
Phone
321-206-560015900 Pines Boulevard, Suite 200, Pembroke Pines, FL 33027
Phone
954-443-05614401 Salisbury Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32216
Phone
904-619-5105320 NW 115th Street Miami, FL 33168
Phone
305-899-32499200 113th Street N Seminole, FL 33772
Phone
305-899-40357200 66th Street North Pinellas Park, FL 33781
The Barry community is built to help guide your success. From day one until graduation, we’re there to provide guidance. That starts with our orientation program, which includes our student-led O-Team and ORI 100 Class, and continues with our Career Center’s support, internships, and alumni engagement. We work with you to help you find your calling and choose your major. You’ll also have access to the Center for Academic Success and Advising (CASA) which provides customized services that range from individualized academic success coaching to professional tutoring and financial aid counseling.
Visit Barry!
Students come to Barry with a wealth of potential and leave with a well-rounded education, hands-on training, and a socially conscious perspective. Your experience at Barry will prepare you for meeting all of your professional goals because our comprehensive Liberal Arts education ensures that you’ll thrive in any workforce. You’ll have the opportunity to meet successful alumni who return to speak on campus, connect with students to help boost your career through networking, socialize at our annual Homecoming events and more.
Kassandra Guerrero Graduated
“Criminology has positively impacted my experience at BarryU. Professors surpassed my expectations by teaching course material in a manner that is enjoyable and interactive... I found myself immersed in opportunities I never would have believed to be a part...”
The inaugural Inspire Hackathon at Barry University was a great success showing that real innovation can be sparked anywhere. Hosted by the AI Center and DX Lab, the event invited students to build a live prototype for Mealo, a student-founded startup developed Milosz Mencel. What made this hackathon extraordinary were the student teams. They took […]
Barry University faculty proudly mark a significant accomplishment with the publication of a new research paper in the Journal of Educational Psychology, created in collaboration with Northwestern University and Yale University and supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM program. This publication highlights Barry’s commitment to research-driven student success. Barry’s contributing authors include Dr. […]
Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Ashley Lawrence came to Barry University with a clear passion for creativity and an interest in business marketing. Drawn to Barry’s “small but big” feel, she appreciated the intimate classroom environment where professors know students by name, paired with the large community that Barry represents. As a business […]
Dr. Philippa Chin, Assistant Professor and MS Counseling Program Director, recently traveled to Falmouth, Jamaica to represent Barry University as the invited international speaker at the Jamaica Association of Guidance Counsellors in Education annual conference. While originally scheduled to present on general parent-counselor collaboration, the context of the conference changed dramatically in the wake of […]
Choosing to attend college is a chance to grow, explore, and prepare for the professional world. From class projects to student leadership roles and volunteer work, every experience can translate into valuable skills that employers want. The key is knowing how to connect these experiences to real-world career competencies. You can start by recognizing the […]
Barry University’s School of Podiatric Medicine (BUSPM) has long stood as a leader in podiatric education combining clinical training, community engagement, and a commitment to lifelong learning. Students train in modern clinics and rotate through a diverse network of hospitals, gaining real-world experience treating everything from complex diabetic foot disease to athletic injuries. The School’s […]
Barry University’s AI Center and DX Lab, launched earlier this year, have already introduced a number of exciting initiatives, and their newest project continues that momentum. This space was created to give students hands-on opportunities to explore AI, build real-world skills, and push the boundaries of digital innovation. Last week, the center announced that its […]
At Barry University, adult learners are at the heart of our mission—and the latest Adult Learner 360 Report confirms that our commitment is paying off. In fall 2025, more than 360 adult learners participated in the national CAEL assessment, offering candid feedback on their academic experience, support services, and pathways to career success. Their responses help institutions nationwide evaluate […]
On October 18, 2025, four distinguished Barry University School of Nursing alumni were inducted as Fellows in the American Academy of Nursing, known as one of the most prestigious honors in the field. This recognition celebrates their remarkable leadership, scholarship, and contributions to advancing the nursing profession.
As Dean, Dr. Miller brings vision, expertise, and a servant-leader spirit to Barry University’s School of Nursing. Dedicated to advancing health equity and preparing future nurses with excellence, compassion, and innovation, she continues to mentor and inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals.
As Dean, Dr. Ramil brings vision and global experience to the School, establishing that its students are equipped not only with clinical excellence but also with the leadership and humanity to advance the profession.
Barry University and Miami Country Day School formally announced a long-term strategic partnership and use agreement to share access to each other’s athletic facilities, enhancing opportunities for student-athletes at both institutions.
Dr. Rosenwald was elected to the Florida House of Representatives in 2024. As a social worker, he works to advance the health and welfare of approximately 180,000 constituents in Broward County, Florida. For the upcoming term, Rosenwald's legislative priorities include housing affordability, homeless prevention, and civil rights protection for Floridians.
Dr. Bonnin brings a wealth of experience with two decades of academic leadership and interdisciplinary expertise to the role. Dr. Bonnin is committed to strengthening the School of Mental Health and Social Work’s impact through academic excellence, cutting-edge research, and deepening community engagement.
Congratulations to Dr. Michael Alicea, as he was recently appointed as a member of the NASW Executive Board of Directors and will also be assigned as part of the Board of Trustees to help elect candidates nationwide to public office who support legislation and policies consistent with the goals of the social work profession and those who are served by the social work profession through contributions and endorsements at the Federal level.
Creativity has the power to heal, inspire, and transform — a truth that 2025 International Expressive Arts Therapy Association (IEATA) Rising Star Award recipient Dr. Heidi Heft LaPorte brings to life through her incredible work in the community.