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 Barry The heart of Barry beats loudly!

  • Our Mission

    Our Mission Our 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 Campus Get 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 Faculty Committed 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

    Diversity An 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 Barry Discover 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 Mission Our 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 Campus Get 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 Faculty Committed 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

    Diversity An 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 Barry Discover 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.

Location, location, location

  • Main Campus

    Main Campus Miami, 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 Advantage Leave 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 Florida Is 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 Campus Miami, 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 Advantage Leave 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 Florida Is 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 community Miami 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

Melbourne Brevard

Address

410 North Wickham Rd, Suite 103 Melbourne, FL 32935

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.

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Better opportunities. Better learning.

We create an enriching learning environment that helps prepare every student for the future - no matter their background.

  • Our students are over 60% female

  • 86% of our students are BIPOC

  • 71% of our students receive financial aid

  • Our teacher-to-student ratio is 15:1

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...”

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  • TEDxBarryU 2024 to Explore "Reimagining our Realities: What’s Next?" March 21, 2024

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  • November Alumni Spotlight 2023 | Heidi Heft Laporte November 13, 2023

    Meet Dr. Heidi Heft LaPorte a 2020 graduate of our Certificate Training Program.  We are excited to feature her as our monthly Alumni Spotlight!  We think you will be inspired by the blend of skills, research and practices Heidi brings as an Associate Professor, expressive arts facilitator & IEATA membership co-chair.

  • Introducing the New Vice President for Institutional Advancement November 01, 2023

    Barry University has announced that alum Smilka Melgoza has been appointed Vice President for Institutional Advancement.

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