South University, West Palm Beach

South University’s West Palm Beach campus has been providing excellent student services since 1987. Known for its landmark Clock Tower and beautiful setting in the Palm Beaches, the campus offers a personalized and supportive learning environment. The faculty know students by name and are often experts who work in their fields*. The campus takes a student-first approach for education.

*Faculty credentials and experience may vary.

Located in Royal Palm Beach, the campus is just a short drive from downtown West Palm Beach and the Atlantic coast. Students can enjoy nearby attractions such as the Palm Beach Outlets, Mounts Botanical Garden, and the Norton Museum of Art. The area also offers easy access to beaches, golf courses, and year-round outdoor activities.

South University’s West Palm Beach campus is approximately 20 minutes west of downtown West Palm Beach. It’s conveniently situated near major roadways like Southern Boulevard and Florida’s Turnpike, making it easily accessible from surrounding areas.

Yes, parking is available on-site for students, faculty, and visitors.

Public transportation in Palm Beach County is provided by Palm Tran (https://www.palmtran.org/ ). Several routes serve the Royal Palm Beach area, and students can use the Palm Tran app for real-time tracking and trip planning. Additionally, the Tri-Rail commuter train connects West Palm Beach to other parts of South Florida.

The South University, West Palm Beach campus is located at University Centre 9801 Belvedere Road, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411.

The West Palm Beach campus offers a wide range of student support services, including:

• Federal Work Study programs are available on and off campus
• Career Services for job search support, resume building, and interview prep
• Counseling services for academics
• Disability services and accommodations
• Access to digital textbooks and learning platforms

Yes. The West Palm Beach campus has an on-campus and virtual library, a student lounge where students can relax and study, and various resources for academic and career support.

While none of the programs at the West Palm Beach campus have any paid internships, the director of the university works with local businesses and healthcare centers to find partnerships. Federal Work Study is available for students and South encourages students to apply.

Some of the partnerships in the area include:

• Wellington Regional Medical Center
• Local Walgreens
• Action Physical Therapy
• Jupiter Medical Center
• Integrated Healthcare Systems
• Florida Mental Health Counseling Association

Yes. South University’s West Palm Beach campus is fully wheelchair accessible and complies with ADA standards. Students needing accommodations can work with the campus’ Disability Services office.

The West Palm Beach campus follows South University’s safety protocols, including:

• Annual security reports
• On-site security
• Emergency response procedures
• Campus access controls
• Surveillance camera
• Panic Button from local Sheriff’s dept.
• Drug and alcohol policies
• Defibrillators located on campus
• Sexual offense prevention programs

More information is available in the Student Support | South University section of the South University catalog.

You can contact the admissions office by calling (866) 242-1840, or the front desk at (561) 273-6500. Office Hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. and Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

South University, West Palm Beach offers the following programs:

• Associate of Science in Allied Health Science (AS)
• Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant (AS)*¥
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) *¥
• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (BA)
• Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (BS)
• Bachelor of Science in Public Health (BS)
• Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management (BS)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Master of Science in Leadership (MSL)
• Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration (MBA)
• Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA)
• Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MS)
• Master of Science in Physician Assistant (MS) *¥
• Master of Medical Science in Anesthesia Science (MMSc)*¥
• Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MA)*¥

* Graduates are required to pass the national certification exam and obtain a state license in order to work in the field. (Exam names vary by program.) Please refer to the State Professional Licensure Determination and National Certification/Licensure section of the University catalog for additional information. South University cannot guarantee each graduate will pass the required licensure examinations. South University does not promise or guarantee licensure, employment or salary amounts.

¥ Programs, including all Clinical/Medical programs, have a required in-person clinical, practicum, or externship. We cannot guarantee flexibility in these components of the program.

While South University does not offer on-campus housing, students can explore nearby rental options using the following resources:

• https://www.apartments.com/royal-palm-beach-fl/student-housing/
• https://offcampushousing.fau.edu/housing/neighborhood-West+Palm+Beach_q610cky
• https://www.apartmentfinder.com/Student-Housing/Florida/Royal-Palm-Beach

These platforms offer a variety of affordable housing options close to campus.

South University does not offer on-campus dining. The West Palm Beach campus has two break rooms, one in each building, with vending machines and fresh foods available. The Royal Palm Beach area also offers a wide range of dining options with local cafés and Latin cuisine, fast-casual chains, and other international restaurants nearby.