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.
The path to your perfect career begins with planning and support. Career Development has resources for you to help you make the most of your time at Barry. Guidance is just an appointment away.
Service-learning integrates relevant community service with course work and critical reflection to enrich the learning experience, foster social responsibility and civic engagement, and strengthen communities.
The Honors Program at Barry is designed to challenge, enrich, and prepare especially motivated students to pursue their fullest potential. By participating in a rigorous curriculum rounded out by an array of edifying and interactive events, students explore crucial issues that we face in our daily lives. Students are given the space for discussion and debate and the opportunity to learn from experts in their fields. The Office of Financial Aid can assist with determining eligibility for the Honors Program.
The Monsignor William Barry Memorial Library is located in the center of the beautiful Miami Shores campus of Barry University. The Library is named in loving memory of Monsignor William Barry, one of the founders of Barry University and an inspirational figure in the Catholic Church within the Archdiocese of Miami. The extensive Library research collections include more than 950,000 physical items, over 40,000 print and on-line journal subscriptions, and several thousand on-line books and streaming video resources.
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.
Continuing Education (CE) offers a variety of courses and non-credit programs designed to respond to the diverse educational interests and lifelong learning needs of individuals of all ages. We offer certificate, credential exam preparation, and licensure programs for professional and personal enrichment.
High school students: Get a jump-start on your college education with dual enrollment courses from Barry University! You can earn high school and college credit at the same time, right at your own school.
Barry University is committed to provide you with a dynamic and flexible approach to your degree pathway through our online courses and degree programs. We understand that balancing academics, work, and personal commitments can be challenging. That's why our online offerings are designed to fit seamlessly into your busy schedule, allowing you to pursue your educational goals without compromising on other important aspects of your life.
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.
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.
Founders’ Day of Service
Saturday, November 9 | 8:30 am – 1:30 pm | Meet in Andreas 111
Join students, faculty, staff, and alumni for the sixth annual Founders' Day of Service, the kickoff event of Founders' Week. Participants will acknowledge and demonstrate Barry University’s commitment to collaborative service in community settings.
Veteran’s Day Breakfast
Monday, November 11 | 9:00 am | Landon 204
Join us for a special Veterans Day Breakfast as we honor and celebrate the brave men and women who have served in the armed forces. This is a chance for our community to express gratitude and recognize the sacrifices made by veterans.
Founders’ Mass
Monday, November 11 | 12:00 pm | Cor Jesu Chapel
The traditional Founders' Week Mass honors the vision and legacy of our Founders, the Adrian Dominican Sisters for whom Barry is a sponsored institution. All are invited to a reception immediately following. All are welcome!
Student Government Association
Monday, November 11 | 4:00 pm | Landon Events Room
The Student Government Association (SGA) would like to invite everyone to attend the General Assembly Meetings where the BU community can connect on what's happening around campus - open to all students, faculty, staff, and administration.
Day of Recognition
Tuesday, November 12 | In-person and Livestream | 2:30 pm for invited attendees | 3:00 pm for livestream
Celebrate Barry’s Faculty and Staff who have reached a years of service milestone, received a Faculty Award and/or were nominated for a Staff Excellence Award.
Invitations to attend the event in-person will be sent out to all honorees, award winners, nominees and supervisors. We invite all others in the Barry community to join us through Zoom.
Taco Tuesday
Tuesday, November 12 | 6:00 pm | Landon Events Room
Attention student leaders, club members, and organization enthusiasts! Get ready for a Taco Night Fiesta tailored just for you. Join us for an evening of delicious food, networking, and fun as we celebrate your hard work and dedication.
LIGO Scientific Collaboration
Wednesday, November 13 | 12-1pm | Gato Gallery
Ready to explore the universe’s most profound mysteries? Join us and learn how Einstein’s century-old predictions became reality through the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Group is at the forefront of the scientific revolution.
Basketball v. Florida National
Wednesday, November 13 | Women’s Game: 6:00 pm, Men’s Game: 8:00 pm Gym | Health and Sports Center
Show your Barry pride by wearing your spirit shirt as we rally behind our student athletes in the featured Founders' Week basketball games. Come watch the Bucs dominate the court with exciting plays and powerful teamwork. Go Bucs!
Arbor Day
Thursday, November 14 | 4:00-6:00 PM | Barry Urban Garden
Celebrate the Arbor Day tradition with us in the Barry Urban Garden (B.U.G.) where we will be planting new native tree species as part of Barry's Founders Week! Join us in learning about the importance of tree canopy cover while enjoying snacks in the B.U.G.
Women’s Volleyball v. Tampa
Thursday November 14 | 7:00 pm Gym | Health and Sports Center
Wear your Barry spirit shirt to cheer on our talented student athletes as they spike, serve, and dig their way to victory in the featured Founders’ Week volleyball game. Go Bucs!
Barry Community Fest
Friday November 15 | Campus Mall |1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Get your teams ready to compete in traditional games for the Founders’ Week championship trophy. All students, faculty, and staff are invited to celebrate with music, food trucks, giveaways, and more!
