Barry University
11300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami Shores, FL 33161
Barry University is a private Catholic university located in Miami Shores, Florida, founded in 1940 by the Adrian Dominican Sisters and originally known as Barry College for Women before becoming coeducational and expanding into a comprehensive university. It offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs across multiple schools—including arts and sciences, business, health professions, nursing, law, and podiatric medicine—and emphasizes hands-on learning, service, and social justice as part of its mission rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition. With a diverse student body drawn from around the world, a suburban campus near vibrant Miami, and a strong commitment to inclusive community engagement, Barry prepares students to succeed professionally while fostering values of compassion and leadership. The university has a rich campus life, small class sizes, and opportunities for experiential learning, internships, and community service.
- Student-Faculty Ratio: About 15:1 (small classes) Barry University+1
- Degrees Offered: 100+ degree programs across undergraduate, graduate, and professional fields including business, nursing, health sciences, law, education, and more Barry University
- Branch Campuses: Includes Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law (Orlando) and other locations throughout Florida; also offers some programs in the Bahamas Barry University
- Mascot / Team Name: Buccaneers (NCAA Division II) Wikipedia
- Mission & Focus: Emphasis on social justice, community service, and experiential learning grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition Barry University
- Diversity: Students from 80+ countries and all 50 U.S. states
Key Dates
- Rolling Admissions: Barry University primarily reviews applications on a rolling basis.
- August 11, 2025: Final application deadline for Fall 2025 classes.
- August 25, 2025: Fall 2025 Classes Begin.
- December 29, 2025: Admission application deadline for Spring 2026.
- January 12, 2026: Spring 2026 Classes Begin.
- March 2, 2026: Application deadline for Spring B (7-week term).
Admission Requirements
Undergraduate
- GPA: Minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.5 is typically required for test-optional consideration.
- Test-Optional: Barry is Test-Optional for most majors. Candidates are evaluated primarily on high school academic performance.
- Required Materials: Official high school transcripts, personal statement (optional but recommended), and a letter of recommendation.
- Application Fee: No application fee for domestic undergraduate students.
Graduate
- GPA: Minimum 3.0 undergraduate GPA required for most professional programs.
- Materials: Official transcripts, resume/CV, personal statement, and 2–3 letters of recommendation.
- Standardized Tests: GRE, GMAT, or MCAT may be required depending on the specific school (e.g., Business or Medical Sciences).
| Program Level | Annual Cost of Attendance |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $43,000.00 - $62,000.00 |
| Graduate | $26,000.00 - $56,000.00 |
Admission Requirements
Undergraduate
- GPA: Minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.5 is typically required for test-optional consideration.
- Test-Optional: Barry is Test-Optional for most majors. Candidates are evaluated primarily on high school academic performance.
- Required Materials: Official high school transcripts, personal statement (optional but recommended), and a letter of recommendation.
- Application Fee: No application fee for domestic undergraduate students.
Graduate
- GPA: Minimum 3.0 undergraduate GPA required for most professional programs.
- Materials: Official transcripts, resume/CV, personal statement, and 2–3 letters of recommendation.
- Standardized Tests: GRE, GMAT, or MCAT may be required depending on the specific school (e.g., Business or Medical Sciences).
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