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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.

Whether you love the arts, the humanities, or the sciences, our 10 departments offer you stimulating academic programs that prepare you to meet future challenges with confidence and knowledge.

We offer a student-friendly, caring environment. Our international diversity allows our students to study the global business environment and experience it on a daily basis, in a dynamic and vibrant center of global trade and finance.

The mission of the Adrian Dominican School of Education is to promote academic excellence as it prepares caring, ethical, and highly skilled professional educators and counselors to teach and work in a wide range of culturally diverse learning environments.

The 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.

Our College features nationally recognized undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in a variety of health care specialties.

Barry University's School of Podiatric Medicine offers you the opportunity to earn a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree in four years.

The School of Social Work at Barry University is committed to advancing and protecting the human rights of all individuals, with an emphasis on those most marginalized, through teaching, research, advocacy, and practice rooted in social justice.

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.

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.

Year-round traditions and events create a rhythm for the Barry Life, with the student-run Campus Activities Board (CAB) keeping the roster fresh. These shared experiences connect us together even further - linking us to our history, inspiring us to greatness, or, sometimes, just giving us an excuse to have a great time together.

Living in on-campus housing at Barry is a great way to completely immerse yourself in the college experience. Learn cooperation and maturity and make lifelong memories by joining the residential community. Prepare for your future while living your best life. Stay, study, and explore here. Barry welcomes you home.

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.

Our vision, guided by our Catholic Identity, Dominican heritage and University Core Commitments, is to empower our students, staff, and faculty with the skills and competencies to be leaders for a just and humane world.

Welcome to your First Year Experience at Barry University!

  • FYE programs introduce students to the rich academic, cultural, co-curricular, and social life of the University through a series of programs and services offered by various departments.

Spring 2022 | Events and Programs

  • Club and Resource Expo January 12 | 12-3pm

    Learn about student clubs and organizations, campus resources, leadership positions, and find out how to get involved on campus.

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  • First Year Friday January 21st | 1-2pm

    First-year students are invited to stop by the De Porres Center to connect with members of the New Student Programs team.

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  • Transfer Tuesday January 25th | 3-4pm

    Transfer students are invited to stop by the De Porres Center to connect with members of the New Student Programs team.

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  • LeaderShape Institute March 8-11 | 2022

    All first-year and transfer students are encouraged to register for this four-day, off-campus experience to develop friendships, explore leadership, and foster dialogue.

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  • Summer Discovery Program

    This two-week experiential program is designed for first-generation students that have completed their first year at Barry University and prepare for a successful summer transition into sophomore year.

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Center For Academic Success And Advising CASA Success Coaching

Whatever your academic question or concern, we can help! Our advisors provide private academic coaching and develop individualized plans for student success. CASA is the home of academic advising for every first-year Barry student, providing support and advocacy from the start. Recognizing that no two learners are alike, CASA fosters academic skills by connecting students with the resources they need to reach their unique 

goals. Our team of expert coaches and advisors collaborates across campus systems, working with faculty and administrators to provide academic resources necessary for each student to become an independent and confident learner. CASA strives to foster the skills and mindset needed for students to achieve their fullest potential and realize their successes.

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ORI 100: First Year Seminar

The First-Year Experience Seminar course (ORI 100) is open to all freshmen.  The course is one credit and its purpose is to assist you in adjusting to college life while learning skills essential for academic and personal success. Throughout the course, you will be introduced to different instructional strategies in order to get

you accustomed to the many different teaching styles you will face throughout your time at Barry. Some instructional strategies include lectures, small group interaction, large group discussion, out-of-class readings, community interaction, and more. Register for ORI 100 when you create your schedule with your Academic Advisor.

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Network of Support

Whether you live on campus or commute, it is important to get connected and find your place on your campus. Barry University provides a range of resources, services, and student activities to assist with your transition to college.

 This network of support is made up of faculty, staff, and student leaders that want to ensure that you are prepared for success both inside and outside the classroom.

Network of Support
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Additional Information

Visit engage.barry.edu or download the Corq app to see all campus activities and events. For more information contact Amber Borrero, New Student Programs Coordinator at aborrero@barry.edu or visit the New Student Programs office located in the De Porres Center, Thompson 115.

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