National University of Health Sciences Florida moves to Oldsmar

On Oct. 4, National University of Health Sciences (NUHS) announced from its suburban Chicago location that it is expanding its presence to a new campus in Oldsmar, Florida, a city in the Tampa Bay area.

NUHS has operated its Doctor of Chiropractic program in St. Petersburg, Florida, since 2009. The new facility in Oldsmar will give the university more than 40,000 square feet of space, according to an NUHS press release.

“The Board of Trustees of National University of Health Sciences is delighted that we are moving the Florida campus to Oldsmar,” said Jane Richards, PhD, DC, Chair of the Board of Trustees. “We see it as a positive move for the University with lots of benefits for our students and room for future growth.”

“The move to a dedicated campus, still in Pinellas County, will give us breathing room to expand our Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) program,” said Joseph P.D. Stiefel, MS, EdD, DC, President. “Oldsmar is a growing community that’s retained its small-town charm. It is a community we are proud to join.

“Our students and faculty have always been community-centric, and our new home will certainly bring out the best in them. The city of Oldsmar has been incredibly welcoming, and we look forward to this new and exciting chapter,” Stiefel added.

The new site in Oldsmar is approximately 30 minutes (18 miles) from the current campus, and easily accessible via Florida State Road 580, as well as from both of Tampa’s airports, Tampa International Airport (TPA) and St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).

“Oldsmar will provide the perfect community to partner and grow with,” said Ron Mensching, Vice President for Business Services, who assisted in the acquisition and purchase process. “In addition, Oldsmar is known for its diverse population, thriving local economy and abundant recreational amenities. The community is home to picturesque waterfront parks and a robust downtown district offering ample restaurants and shopping — there’s so much to do there.”

The first class at the new location is tentatively scheduled to begin in 2026. Initially, the DC program will be offered at the new site, with an eye toward future expansion of NUHS’ additional healthcare programs to that site as well.

“We’re projecting that our new home will comfortably accommodate our current and future faculty, staff and students,” said Randy L. Swenson, MHPE, DC, Vice President for Academic Services. “It’s an exciting time for our university.”

About Oldsmar, Florida

The Oldsmar name dates to April 1916, when automobile pioneer Ransom E. Olds purchased 37,541 acres of land north of Tampa Bay to establish a planned community. Today, Oldsmar is a vibrant suburb of Tampa with a population of 14,877. Located in Pinellas County, it is recognized as one of the best places to live in Florida.

Attractive to families and young professionals alike, according to Niche.com, Oldsmar ranks #63 of 381 for Best Suburbs for Young Professionals, #80 of 381 of Best Suburbs to Live In and #85 of 381 for Suburbs with the Best Public Schools.

About National University of Health Sciences (NUHS)

Founded in 1906, NUHS is a leader in the growing field of integrative medicine and is respected worldwide for success in balancing healing arts and science, combining broad-scope integrative medicine with patient-centered care. Its Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) program is offered in both Illinois and Florida. Illinois programs include the Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (ND) and Doctor of Acupuncture (DAc); first professional master’s degree programs include the Master of Acupuncture (MAc) and Master of Acupuncture with a specialization in Herbal Medicine (MAc-HM). nAdditional programs of study include a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences (BSBS) completion program, and a Prerequisite Program. Post-professional offerings include the (online) Master of Science in Advanced Clinical Practice (MSACP), Master of Science in Diagnostic Imaging (DI) and (online) Doctor of Acupuncture Completion (DAc-C). With campus sites in both Illinois and Florida, NUHS continues to forge new paths within the world of health care, based on understanding and cooperation with medical professionals from all disciplines.

For more information, visit nuhs.edu.