The school and its study model
A Florida campus network and an Online Division, with program formats that vary. Compare the full semester bill and the transfer evaluation for your chosen program.
Keiser University is a private university based in Florida, with its main campus in Fort Lauderdale and a residential flagship campus in West Palm Beach. As of August 2026 it lists 19 Florida campuses, a Graduate School and an Online Division, plus international sites. Programs run from associate to doctoral level in fields such as business, information technology, health and criminal justice. Many programs can be taken online, but availability varies by program. Keiser says online and on-campus degrees are identical and that diplomas do not show the delivery method.
What matters for a career change
Start with your target program, available study time and the credits you can transfer.
Florida campus network
Keiser lists 19 Florida campuses.
The main campus is in Fort Lauderdale. Only the flagship campus in West Palm Beach offers on-campus housing.
Online Division
Many programs can be taken online.
Availability varies by program. The Fort Lauderdale program list marks each program as online, on campus, hybrid or a mix.
Same rate online and on campus
Online and campus students pay the same per-credit tuition.
Keiser says tuition varies by degree program and points students to its tuition calculator.
Transfer and military credit
Credits come from accredited institutions.
Courses need a grade of C or higher. Keiser may also review military training and CLEP and DSST exams.
Pros & cons
Pros
- 19 Florida campuses and an Online Division, with formats that vary by program.
- Online and on-campus students pay the same per-credit-hour tuition.
- SACSCOC accreditation covers associate through doctoral degrees.
- Wide program range, including business, IT and health.
- Transfer credit is accepted for courses with a grade of C or higher.
Cons
- Full-time tuition is $12,908 per 16-week semester.
- Education fees ($550 per semester for most degrees) and textbooks (up to $2,000 per semester) add cost.
- Many health programs, such as associate nursing, are on campus only.
- Keiser publishes semester prices, not a simple per-credit price.
- Campuses are in Florida, and only the flagship has housing.
Tuition and fee structure
Undergraduate rates from the Fall 2026 schedule. The credit load determines the tuition band. Education fees and books are extra.
Keiser University plans at a glance
| Plan | Price (USD) | What is included |
|---|---|---|
| Full time | $12,908/ semester | 12 to 17.99 credits per semester.
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| Three-quarter time | $9,681/ semester | 9 to 11.99 credits per semester.
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| Half time | $6,454/ semester | 6 to 8.99 credits per semester.
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| Below half time | $3,227/ semester | 0 to 5.99 credits per semester.
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Full time
12 to 17.99 credits per semester.
- $550 education fee per semester for most degrees
- Textbooks up to $2,000 per semester
Three-quarter time
9 to 11.99 credits per semester.
- Education fee applies
Half time
6 to 8.99 credits per semester.
- Education fee applies
Below half time
0 to 5.99 credits per semester.
- Education fee applies
Keiser at a glance
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Main campus | 1500 Northwest 49th Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida |
| Florida campuses | 19 as of August 2026 |
| Institutional accreditor | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) |
| Online | Online Division; many programs, varies by program |
| Semester length | 16 weeks |
| Full-time tuition | $12,908 per semester, Fall 2026 |
| Application and registration fees | $55 and $145, one time |
| Transfer credit | Grade of C or higher; no cap found |
| Business Administration BA | 120 credit hours; about 40 months |
How it works
Pick a program and delivery method
Check the delivery code for the program: online, on campus, hybrid or a mix.
Apply and pay the application fee
The application fee is $55 for undergraduate and graduate applicants.
Send transcripts for evaluation
The Dean of Academic Affairs evaluates transcripts. Only courses with a C or higher are considered.
Pay the registration fee and each semester's charges
Registration is $145 once. Tuition and fees are due on the first day of each 16-week semester.
Complete the degree
A Business Administration bachelor's needs 120 credit hours and takes about 40 months, less with transfer credit.
Build a realistic study budget
This example covers two full-time semesters. Ask the school how many semesters your actual degree plan needs after a transfer review.
- Tuition2 semesters × $12,908
- $25,816
- Education fees2 semesters × $550
- $1,100
- Application and registration$55 + $145, one time
- $200
$27,116 subtotal
Two full-time semestersUses the Fall 2026 full-time tuition band and the education fee listed for most degrees. Excludes books, program fees, aid and future rate changes. This is not a full-degree total. Source notes dated November 2, 2026.
Is Keiser a good fit?
Keiser vs. the alternatives
Keiser University
- Per-semester billing
- 19 Florida campuses plus online
- SACSCOC accredited
- Grade of C or higher for transfer
WGU
- Flat price per six-month term
- Online only
- Up to 75 percent transfer
- NWCCU accredited
Concordia University Texas
- $550 per credit hour online
- Austin campus
- SACSCOC accredited
Keiser is the only one of the three with a large campus network in one state.
Before you sign
Sources and editorial notes
We compared the school’s published information. We did not enroll in or test a program. Ratings are editorial estimates. Source notes are dated November 2, 2026. Confirm current tuition and program requirements with the school.
- Keiser University FAQs: SACSCOC accreditation, 19 Florida campuses as of August 2026, Online Division, same online and campus rate, $55 application fee, transfer rules. Checked November 2, 2026.
- Keiser University 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog: Fall 2026 semester tuition, fees, 16-week semester, ACBSP statement, Business Administration 120 credits and about 40 months, transfer credit rules, military rate. Checked November 2, 2026.
- Keiser University Fort Lauderdale Campus: campus address, Florida campus list and program delivery codes. Checked November 2, 2026.
Alternatives
Western Governors University
Concordia University Texas
Cedar Crest CollegeFrequently asked questions
Is Keiser University accredited?
Yes. The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) accredits it to award associate, baccalaureate, master's, educational specialist and doctoral degrees. Some programs also hold programmatic accreditation.
Does Keiser offer online degrees?
Yes. Keiser has an Online Division, and many programs are available online. Availability varies by program, so confirm with an admissions counselor.
Do online students pay less?
No. Keiser says online and on-campus students pay the same per-credit-hour tuition.
Where are the campuses?
Keiser lists 19 Florida campuses as of August 2026, with its main campus in Fort Lauderdale. Its campus list includes Miami, Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville and West Palm Beach.
Does Keiser accept transfer credit?
Yes, from institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, for courses with a grade of C or higher. The Dean of Academic Affairs evaluates each transcript.