We are Barry U

Our student population is made up of fearless, compassionate leaders out to change the world.

Barry University is a top-ranked Catholic university located in sunny South Florida. Our main campus in Miami Shores offers plenty of space to study under the palms while growing intellectually and personally in an enriching, diverse environment.
Learn about Barry

Explore BarryThe heart of Barry beats loudly!

  • Our Mission

    Our MissionOur Core Identity for Over Eight Decades

    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

    Life on CampusGet Involved

    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 FacultyCommitted to your Success

    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

    DiversityAn Inclusive Community

    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

    Culture at BarryDiscover Your Passion

    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

    Your Future What Will Your Success Story Be?

    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

    Our MissionOur Core Identity for Over Eight Decades

    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

    Life on CampusGet Involved

    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 FacultyCommitted to your Success

    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

    DiversityAn Inclusive Community

    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

    Culture at BarryDiscover Your Passion

    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

    Your Future What Will Your Success Story Be?

    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.

An integrated approach to education

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.

Location, location, location

  • Main Campus

    Main CampusMiami, FL

    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

    South Florida AdvantageLeave FOMO Behind

    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

    Barry U Throughout FloridaIs there only one campus?

    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

    Main CampusMiami, FL

    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

    South Florida AdvantageLeave FOMO Behind

    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

    Barry U Throughout FloridaIs there only one campus?

    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

Campus and communityMiami is not the only location!

Main Campus

Address

11300 NE 2nd Ave Miami Shores, FL 33161

Orlando School of Law

Address

6441 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32807

Pembroke Pines

Address

15900 Pines Boulevard, Suite 200, Pembroke Pines, FL 33027

Nassau The Bahamas

Address

Queen's College Village Rd. Nassau, The Bahamas

Freeport The Bahamas

Address

E. Sunrise Hwy Freeport, The Bahamas

Hollywood

Address

421 North 21 Avenue, Hollywood, FL 33020

Jacksonville Duval

Address

4401 Salisbury Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32216

Miami Shores School of Podiatric Medicine

Address

320 NW 115th Street Miami, FL 33168

Ocala

Address

1101 SW 1st Avenue, Suite 202, Ocala, FL 34471

Orlando

Address

1415 Sligh Blvd, Orlando, FL 32806

St. Petersburg Pinellas

Address

9200 113th Street N Seminole, FL 33772

Tampa

Address

5650 Breckenridge Park Dr, Suite 108, Tampa, FL 33610

St. Petersburg Physician Assistant Program

Address

7200 66th Street North Pinellas Park, FL 33781

Support services are here to help.

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.

Learn more

Preparing students for the world

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.

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Kassandra Guerrero Graduated

Why should you study at Barry?

“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...”

News from the Barry University Blog

Barry University Blog
  • Barry University Law Student, Andrea Toussaint Awarded The Women’s Executive Council ScholarshipOctober 03, 2025

    Andrea Toussaint, a full-time law student at Barry University, was awarded the Women’s Executive Council Scholarship of 2025 last month. Each year, the scholarship awards $1,972 to women who are attending colleges located in Central Florida. Since 1987, WEC has been committed to empowering and recognizing women and have awarded $1,048,008 in scholarships funds to […]

  • Barry University Announces New Deans Within The College of Health Professions & Medical SciencesOctober 01, 2025

    On September 30, 2025, Barry University formally announced the appointment of three distinguished leaders to serve as Deans within the College of Health Professions & Medical Sciences. This milestone marks a significant step forward in strengthening their commitment to academic excellence, innovative research, and student preparation to meet the evolving needs of the complex healthcare […]

  • Barry University Hosts Financial Literacy Workshop Series to Empower StudentsSeptember 30, 2025

    Barry University is committed to preparing students for success not only in the classroom, but also in life. For the month of October, the university will be hosting a series of Financial Literacy Workshops designed to equip students with the knowledge and tools to make both smart and wise financial decisions during their time at […]

  • Barry University Introduces Adrian, Its New AI Student Success AssistantSeptember 29, 2025

    Barry University is taking student support to the next level with the launch of Adrian, their brand-new AI Student Success Assistant. Adrian isn’t your average chatbot: she’s smart, approachable, and available 24/7 to make sure students get the answers they need, when they need them. Adrian was created to stand in as a trusted colleague […]

  • Barry University Student Ainsley Vanderhyde Tackles Oil Spill Preparedness with the NOAASeptember 26, 2025

    Barry University senior and Marine Biology major, Ainsley Vanderhyde spent her summer in Seattle, WA as a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) scholar, where she worked with the Office of Response and Restoration (OR&R) to model how oil might spread from several high-priority sunken wrecks off Louisiana’s coast. Using NOAA’s powerful tools, the spill […]

  • Barry University’s Masters in Counseling Program Director and Assistant Professor, Dr. Philippa Chin, Publishes New Article on Broaching Behavior and Racial Discourse in Family TherapySeptember 25, 2025

    Conversations about race and power are essential in the counseling profession, however, they can also be some of the most challenging moments for counselors-in-training. A new article by Dr. Philippa Chin, MS Program Director and Assistant Professor in Barry University’s Department of Counseling and School Psychology, and her co-researcher took a deep dive into how […]

  • Barry University Recognized for Social Mobility and Top-Tier Nursing Programs by U.S. News & World ReportSeptember 23, 2025

    Barry University has earned new national recognition this year, securing a spot at #126 in Social Mobility and #214 in Undergraduate Nursing on the latest list of U.S. New & World Report’s  2026 Best Colleges. These rankings highlight Barry’s commitment to helping students from all backgrounds access higher education, achieve upward mobility, and graduate prepared […]

  • Barry University’s Dr. Nicole Kratimenos Named President-Elect of American Mental Health Counselors AssociationSeptember 22, 2025

    Dr. Nicole Kratimenos, professor of Counseling at Barry University, has been named President-Elect of the American Mental Health Counselors Association (AMHCA). This national organization is the voice for clinical mental health counselors across the country. Dr. Kratimenos’ appointment marks a major milestone in her professional career and serves as a valuable benefit for the students […]

Top Stories

  • Dr. Audrey P. Miller appointed as the new Dean of the School of Nursing at Barry UniversitySeptember 29, 2025

    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.

  • Dr. Madelin Ramil appointed as the new Dean of the School of Podiatric Medicine at Barry UniversitySeptember 29, 2025

    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 Announce Athletic Facility PartnershipSeptember 09, 2025

    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.

  • Florida State Representative and Barry Professor of Social Work Mitch Rosenwald speaks in the Government Operations Subcommittee during the 2025 Legislative Session August 29, 2025

    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. Rodolfo Bonnin appointed as the new Dean of the School of Mental Health and Social Work at Barry UniversityAugust 29, 2025

    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.

  • Dr. Michael Alicea Appointed to NASW Executive Board and Board of TrusteesAugust 29, 2025

    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.

  • Congratulations to Dr. Eva Nowakowski for being chosen as one of the Faculty Fellows in the University Psychedelic Education Program (U-PEP). June 27, 2025

    U-PEP is a multi- university groundbreaking initiative designed to create and embed evidence-based, culturally responsive content on the therapeutic use of psychedelics into their curricula.

  • Celebrating Creativity and Compassion: Barry University’s Dr. Heidi Heft LaPorte Named 2025 IEATA Rising Star Award WinnerJune 27, 2025

    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.

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