South University is a private university based in Savannah, Georgia.

Academics

South University's Doctor of Pharmacy program is one of only three Schools of Pharmacy in the state of Georgia.

Accreditation

South University is a Level V institution regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Colleges & Schools

South University consists of the following colleges and schools:

• College of Arts and Sciences
• College of Business

• College of Health Professions
• College of Nursing
• School of Pharmacy

History

The institution was originally founded in 1899 as Draughon's Practical Business College by John Draughon. It operated under the name Draughon's Junior College until 1985, when the name South College was adopted to reflect its acquisition (in 1974) by the family of John T. South, III. The name was later changed to South University to reflect the institution's accreditation to award degrees at the masters and doctorate level.

Campus

South University's primary campus is in Savannah, Georgia with satellite campuses in Columbia, South Carolina; Montgomery, Alabama; Tampa, Florida; West Palm Beach, Florida; and online.

See also

• Education Management Corporation (EDMC) - parent company

References

External links

• www.southuniversity.edu -- Official web site