Form990
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except private
foundations)
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OMB No. 1545-0047
2014
Open to Public Inspection
A For the 2014 calendar year, or tax year beginning 07-01-2014 , and ending 06-30-2015
BCheck if applicable:
CName of organization
Lynn University Inc
 
Doing business as
 
 
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
3601 North Military Trail
 
Room/suite
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code
Boca Raton, FL33431
D Employer identification number

59-1023117
E Telephone number

G Gross receipts $ 99,350,901
F Name and address of principal officer:
Kevin Ross
3601 North Military Trail
Boca Raton,FL33431
I
Tax-exempt status: (   ) LeftBullet (insert no.) or
J
Website:MediumBullet
www.lynn.edu
H(a)
Is this a group return for
subordinates?
H(b)
Are all subordinates
included?
If "No," attach a list. (see instructions)
H(c)
Group exemption number MediumBullet  
K Form of organization:
 
L Year of formation: 1962
M State of legal domicile: FL
Part I
Summary
Activities & Governance 1 Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: The mission of Lynn University is to provide the education, support and environment that enable students to reach their full potential and to prepare for success in the world.
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3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) ........ 3 13
4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) ..... 4 11
5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2014 (Part V, line 2a) ...... 5 1,263
6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) ............. 6 27
7a Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 ........ 7a -1,608
b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, line 34 ......... 7b -3,130
Revenues Prior Year Current Year
8 Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) ......... 7,519,132 6,458,758
9 Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) ......... 78,209,829 89,820,201
10 Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) .... 328,673 523,556
11 Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e) 1,243,735 1,104,082
12 Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12)................... 87,301,369 97,906,597
Expenses; 13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )... 15,148,217 17,495,930
14 Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4)..... 0 0
15 Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5–10) 40,023,522 43,285,490
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e)..... 0 0
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) MediumBullet3,797,863    
17 Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24e).... 25,474,787 28,520,629
18 Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) 80,646,526 89,302,049
19 Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12....... 6,654,843 8,604,548
Net Assets or Fund Balances; Beginning of Current Year End of Year
20 Total assets (Part X, line 16)............. 137,517,847 142,555,609
21 Total liabilities (Part X, line 26)............. 56,299,600 52,609,960
22 Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20..... 81,218,247 89,945,649
Part II
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Cat. No. 11282Y Form 990 (2014)
Form 990 (2014)
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Part III
Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part III ..............
1
Briefly describe the organization’s mission: Founded in 1962 and located in Boca Raton, Fla., Lynn University is a private, coeducational institution accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) (continued in Schedule O).
2
Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on
the prior Form 990 or 990-EZ? ......................
If "Yes," describe these new services on Schedule O.
3
Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program services? ............................
If "Yes," describe these changes on Schedule O.
4
Describe the organization’s program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by expenses. Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.
4a (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 40,010,980 including grants of $ 14,171,703 ) (Revenue $ 50,496,392 )
THE UNIVERSITY OFFERS BACHELOR'S, MASTER'S AND A DOCTORAL DEGREE. THE ACADEMIC PROGRAM IS DESIGNED FOR TRADITIONAL AGED STUDENTS, AS WELL AS A GROWING POPULATION OF ADULT LEARNERS. LYNN UNIVERSITY HAS APPROXIMATELY 2,500 STUDENTS FROM 90 COUNTRIES AND NEARLY ALL 50 STATES. THE UNIVERSITY OFFERS 26 UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS AND 24 GRADUATE MAJORS. LYNN UNIVERSITY IS PROUD OF ITS TRADITION OF EDUCATING MEN AND WOMEN WHO ASSUME POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY AND BECOME LEADERS IN THEIR CHOSEN PROFESSIONS. (CONTINUED IN SCHEDULE O).
4b (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 19,846,230 including grants of $   ) (Revenue $ 25,747,806 )
A PROGRAM OF ACTIVITIES COMPLEMENTS THE ACADEMIC PROGRAM. STUDENTS CHOOSE THOSE ACTIVITIES THAT WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THEIR PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT AND ENJOYMENT - STUDENT GOVERNMENT, SERVICE CLUBS, SPORTS, SOCIAL FRATERNITIES, AND NUMEROUS SPECIAL INTEREST ORGANIZATIONS. IN ADDITION, THE UNIVERSITY OFFERS A FORMAL LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATION PROGRAM, AVAILABLE TO ALL STUDENTS. TITLED THE EMERGING LEADERS PROGRAM, IT ENTAILS SIX WORKSHOPS AND 20 HOURS OF SERVICE (CONTINUED IN SCHEDULE O).
4c (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 15,209,093 including grants of $ 3,324,227 ) (Revenue $ 12,060,856 )
THE UNIVERSITY MAINTAINS FIVE RESIDENCE HALLS THAT PROVIDE FULL LIVING ACCOMMODATIONS FOR MORE THAN HALF OF ITS UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT POPULATION. EACH ROOM IS FURNISHED TO MEET STUDENTS' NEEDS, INCLUDING TV CABLE AND WIRELESS INTERNET SERVICE. STUDENTS LIVING ON CAMPUS ARE REQUIRED TO BE ON THE UNIVERSITY MEAL PLAN. IN LATE SPRING 2013, SODEXO WAS CHOSEN AS THE NEW FOOD SERVICE VENDOR, SETTING THE STAGE FOR NEW DINING VENUES AND AN ENTIRELY NEW CULINARY EXPERIENCE, INCLUDING 24/7 DINING. COMMUTER STUDENTS, FACULTY, STAFF AND VISITORS CAN PURCHASE MEALS DIRECTLY THROUGH THE UNIVERSITY'S FOOD SERVICE VENDOR. THE LYNN UNIVERSITY BOOKSTORE OFFERS TEXT AND OTHER TRADE BOOKS, SCHOOL-BRANDED CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES, AS WELL AS VARIOUS OTHER SUPPLIES.
(Code:   ) (Expenses $ 1,724,514 including grants of $   ) (Revenue $ 2,285,629 )
CLASSICAL MUSIC IS PROVIDED TO THE UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY AS WELL AS THE GENERAL PUBLIC BY STUDENTS AND FACULTY IN THE LYNN UNIVERSITY CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC. ADDITIONALLY, PROFESSIONAL ACTORS AND MUSICIANS PERFORM ON CAMPUS IN THE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER. MANY OPPORTUNITIES ARE PROVIDED IN THE REALM OF "IDEAS," THROUGH LECTURES AND COMMUNITY DISCOURSE. DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS BETWEEN ACADEMIC YEARS FOR TRADITIONAL COLLEGE STUDENTS, A PORTION OF THE UNIVERSITY'S EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES ARE USED TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTION TO A COMBINED ENROLLMENT OF APPROXIMATELY 1,500 CHILDREN ATTENDING THREE THREE-WEEK SUMMER CAMP SESSIONS AND TO GROUPS OF ADULTS ENROLLED IN SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS.
4d Other program services (Describe in Schedule O.)
(Expenses $ 1,724,514 including grants of $   ) (Revenue $ 2,285,629 )
4e Total program service expensesMediumBullet76,790,817
Form 990 (2014)
Form 990 (2014)
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules
Yes
No
1
Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If "Yes," complete Schedule AClick to see attachment........................
1
Yes
 
2
Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors (see instructions)? Click to see attachment...
2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part I..........
3
 
No
4
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities, or have a section 501(h) election in effect during the tax year? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part II........
4
 
No
5
Is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Revenue Procedure 98-19? If "Yes," complete Schedule C,
Part III............................
5
 
 
6
Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts for which donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part I........................
6
 
No
7
Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space,
the environment, historic land areas, or historic structures? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part II...
7
 
No
8
Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part III Click to see attachment....................
8
Yes
 
9
Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21 for escrow or custodial account liability; serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IV..............
9
 
No
10
Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in temporarily restricted endowments, permanent endowments, or quasi-endowments? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VClick to see attachment......
10
Yes
 
11
If the organization’s answer to any of the following questions is "Yes," then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, VIII, IX, or X as applicable.
a
Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line 10?
If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VI.Click to see attachment...................
11a
Yes
 
b
Did the organization report an amount for investments—other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIIClick to see attachment.......
11b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization report an amount for investments—program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIII.......
11c
 
No
d
Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IX............
11d
 
No
e
Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part XClick to see attachment
11e
Yes
 
f
Did the organization’s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addresses the organization’s liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part XClick to see attachment.........................
11f
Yes
 
12a
Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year?
If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Parts XI and XII Click to see attachment.................
12a
Yes
 
b
Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes," and if the organization answered "No" to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI and XII is optional
12b
 
No
13
Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If "Yes," complete Schedule EClick to see attachment....
13
Yes
 
14a
Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States?.....
14a
 
No
b
Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising, business, investment, and program service activities outside the United States, or aggregate foreign investments valued at $100,000 or more? If "Yes," complete Schedule F, Parts I and IV......... Click to see attachment
14b
Yes
 
15
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for any foreign organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts II and IV
15
 
No
16
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or other assistance to or for foreign individuals? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts III and IV... Click to see attachment
16
Yes
 
17
Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000 of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part I (see instructions) ....
17
 
No
18
Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part II............ Click to see attachment
18
Yes
 
19
Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part III...................
19
 
No
20a
Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If "Yes," complete Schedule H....
20a
 
No
b
If "Yes" to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited financial statements to this return?
20b
 
 
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)
21
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to any domestic organization or domestic government on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and II..
21
 
No
22
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for domestic individuals on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III........ Click to see attachment
22
Yes
 
23
Did the organization answer "Yes" to Part VII, Section A, line 3, 4, or 5 about compensation of the organization’s current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If "Yes," complete Schedule J....................... Click to see attachment
23
Yes
 
24a
Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If “Yes,” answer lines 24b through 24d and complete Schedule K. If “No,” go to line 25a................ Click to see attachment
24a
Yes
 
b
Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception?...
24b
 
No
c
Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year
to defease any tax-exempt bonds?......................
24c
 
No
d
Did the organization act as an "on behalf of" issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year?...
24d
 
No
25a
Section 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I....
25a
 
No
b
Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization’s prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I...................
25b
 
No
26
Did the organization report any amount on Part X, line 5, 6, or 22 for receivables from or payables to any current or former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, or disqualified persons? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part II................
26
 
No
27
Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial contributor or employee thereof, a grant selection committee member, or to a 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part III.........
27
 
No
28
Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties (see Schedule L, Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions):
a
A current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV ..........................
28a
 
No
b
A family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes,"
complete Schedule L, Part IV..................... Click to see attachment
28b
Yes
 
c
An entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee (or a family member thereof) was an officer, director, trustee, or direct or indirect owner? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV...
28c
 
No
29
Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M..Click to see attachment
29
Yes
 
30
Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M............. Click to see attachment
30
Yes
 
31
Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If "Yes," complete Schedule N,
Part I...........................
31
 
No
32
Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Part II......................
32
 
No
33
Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations sections 301.7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part I........
33
 
No
34
Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part II, III, or IV, and Part V, line 1........................ Click to see attachment
34
Yes
 
35a
Did the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)?
35a
 
No
b
If ‘Yes’ to line 35a, did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2...
35b
 
 
36
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2.............
36
 
No
37
Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part VI
37
 
No
38
Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations in Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11b and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. ............
38
Yes
 
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Form 990 (2014)
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Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part V ..............
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096 Enter -0- if not applicable ..
1a
2,983
b
Enter the number of Forms W-2G included in line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable .
1b
0
c
Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? ..................
1c
Yes
 
2a
Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and
Tax Statements, filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return ..................
2a
1,263
b
If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns?
Note. If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to e-file (see instructions)
2b
Yes
 
3a
Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?...
3a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If “No” to line 3b, provide an explanation in Schedule O...
3b
Yes
 
4a
At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financial account)?..........................
4a
 
No
b
If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign country: MediumBullet
See instructions for filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR).
5a
Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year?..
5a
 
No
b
Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
5b
 
No
c
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? ............
5c
 
 
6a
Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible as charitable contributions?...
6a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductible?........................
6b
 
 
7
Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).
a
Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor?....................
7a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided?.....
7b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282?...........................
7c
 
No
d
If "Yes," indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year ....
7d
 
e
Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?............................
7e
 
No
f
Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?..
7f
 
No
g
If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required?............................
7g
 
 
h
If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C?..........................
7h
 
 
8
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.
Did a donor advised fund maintained by the sponsoring organization have excess business holdings at any time during the year?.........................
8
 
 
9a
Did the sponsoring organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?...
9a
 
 
b
Did the sponsoring organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person?...
9b
 
 
10
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12 ...
10a
 
b
Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities
10b
 
11
Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:
a
Gross income from members or shareholders .........
11a
 
b
Gross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against amounts due or received from them.) ..........
11b
 
12a
Section 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041?
12a
 
 
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year. ....................
12b
 
13
Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.
a
Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state?
Note. See the instructions for additional information the organization must report on Schedule O.
13a
 
 
b
Enter the amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans ....
13b
 
c
Enter the amount of reserves on hand ............
13c
 
14a
Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year?.....
14a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If "No," provide an explanation in Schedule O..
14b
 
 
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Part VI
Governance, Management, and Disclosure For each "Yes" response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a "No" response to lines 8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions.
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VI ..............
Section A. Governing Body and Management
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year .....................
1a
13
If there are material differences in voting rights among members of the governing body, or if the governing body delegated broad authority to an executive committee or similar committee, explain in Schedule O.
b
Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent ...................
1b
11
2
Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any other officer, director, trustee, or key employee? .................
2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? .
3
 
No
4
Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filed? ...........................
4
 
No
5
Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .
5
 
No
6
Did the organization have members or stockholders? ................
6
 
No
7a
Did the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who had the power to elect or appoint one or more members of the governing body? ....................
7a
 
No
b
Are any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members, stockholders, or persons other than the governing body? ...................
7b
 
No
8
Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following:
a
The governing body? .........................
8a
Yes
 
b
Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body? ............
8b
Yes
 
9
Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization’s mailing address? If "Yes," provide the names and addresses in Schedule O.......
9
 
No
Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal Revenue Code.)
Yes
No
10a
Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? ............
10a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with the organization's exempt purposes?
10b
 
 
11a
Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form? ............................
11a
Yes
 
b
Describe in Schedule O the process, if any, used by the organization to review this Form 990. .....
12a
Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If "No," go to line 13.......
12a
Yes
 
b
Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? ..........................
12b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If "Yes," describe in Schedule O how this was done.......................
12c
Yes
 
13
Did the organization have a written whistleblower policy? ...............
13
Yes
 
14
Did the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? .........
14
Yes
 
15
Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision?
a
The organization’s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official ...........
15a
Yes
 
b
Other officers or key employees of the organization ................
15b
Yes
 
If "Yes" to line 15a or 15b, describe the process in Schedule O (see instructions).
16a
Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a taxable entity during the year? ......................
16a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization follow a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and take steps to safeguard the organization’s exempt status with respect to such arrangements? ............
16b
 
 
Section C. Disclosure
17
List the States with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filedMediumBullet
18
Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (or 1024 if applicable), 990, and 990-T (501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you made these available. Check all that apply.
19
Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how) the organization made its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public during the tax year.
20
State the name, address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the organization's books and records:
MediumBulletLaurie Levine VP-Bus Fin

3601 North Military Trail
Boca Raton,FL33431 (561) 237-7181
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Part VII
Compensation of Officers, Directors,Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VII ..............
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees
1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount
of compensation. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current key employees, if any. See instructions for definition of "key employee."
RoundBullet List the organization’s five current highest compensated employees (other than an officer, director, trustee or key employee)
who received reportable compensation (Box 5 of Form W-2 and/or Box 7 of Form 1099-MISC) of more than $100,000 from the
organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former officers, key employees, or highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000
of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the
organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

List persons in the following order: individual trustees or directors; institutional trustees; officers; key employees; highest
compensated employees; and former such persons.
Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer, director, or trustee.
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line) 		(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; OfficerInd; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; FormerOfcrDirectorTrusteeInd;
(1) See Schedule J for
 
Additional Information on Compensation
  
.......................   		X X X X X   0 0 0
(2) Christine Lynn
 
Chairperson
 2.00
.......................   		X   X       0 0 0
(3) Stephen Snyder
 
Trustee/vice chair
 2.00
.......................   		X   X       0 0 0
(4) Arthur Landgren
 
Secretary and Trustee
 40.00
.......................   		X   X       54,600 0 0
(5) Kevin Ross
 
President
 40.00
.......................   		X   X       410,881 0 205,061
(6) William Rehrig
 
Trustee
 2.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(7) Paul Robino
 
Trustee
 2.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(8) John Langan
 
Trustee
 2.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(9) Jan Carlsson
 
Trustee
 2.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(10) Bill Shubin
 
Trustee
 2.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(11) Victoria Rixon
 
Trustee
 2.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(12) Brad Osborne
 
Trustee
 2.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(13) J Hagood Ellison Jr
 
Trustee
 1.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(14) James Milby
 
Trustee
 1.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(15) Gareth Fowles
 
VP for Enrollment Management
 40.00
.......................   		    X       183,585 0 18,366
(16) Laurie Levine
 
VP for Business and Finance
 40.00
.......................   		    X       224,671 0 90,448
(17) Philip Riordan
 
VP for Student Life
 40.00
.......................   		    X       151,844 0 38,687
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Part VII
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line) 		(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; OfficerInd; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; FormerOfcrDirectorTrusteeInd;
(18) Greg Malfitano
 
SVP for Development & Administration
 40.00
.......................   		    X       274,996 0 120,999
(19) Gregg Cox
 
VP for Academic Affairs
 40.00
.......................   		    X       196,949 0 25,053
(20) Christian G Boniforti
 
Chief Information Officer
 40.00
.......................   		    X       169,600 0 31,934
(21) Michael Antonello
 
General Counsel
 40.00
.......................   		    X       168,849 0 4,319
(22) Sherrie Weldon
 
Chief Marketing Officer
 40.00
.......................   		    X       169,144 0 22,395
(23) Diane Dicerbo
 
Director of Academic Advising
 40.00
.......................   		        X   174,911 0 30,803
(24) Matthew Chaloux
 
Director, Auxiliary Services
 40.00
.......................   		        X   161,980 0 32,942
(25) Ralph Norcio
 
Associate Dean, Business School
 40.00
.......................   		        X   176,995 0 31,028
(26) Dr Jon Robertson
 
Dean, Conservatory of Music
 40.00
.......................   		        X   129,463 0 27,762
(27) DR DONALD ROSS
 
President Emeritus
 40.00
.......................   		        X   135,901 0 19,691
(28) Margaret Ruddy
 
General Counsel (former)
 0.00
.......................   		          X 207,000 0 0




1b Sub-Total................MediumBullet
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A....MediumBullet
d Total (add lines 1b and 1c)............MediumBullet 2,991,369 0 699,488
2
Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organizationMediumBullet34
Yes
No
3
Did the organization list any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1a? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such individual ..............
3
Yes
 
4
For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such individual...........................
4
Yes
 
5
Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such person ........
5
Yes
 
Section B. Independent Contractors
1
Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
(A)
Name and business address 		(B)
Description of services 		(C)
Compensation
GERRITTS CONSTRUCTION

8177 GLADES ROAD
BOCA RATON,FL33434 		GENERAL CONSTRUCTION 10,730,389
G4S SECURE SOLUTIONS (USA) INC (PREVIOUSLY WACKENHUT)

1395 UNIVERSITY BOULEVARD
JUPITER,FL33458 		SECURITY SERVICES 364,588
Ruffalo Noel Levits

5660 Greenwood Plaza Blvd
Suite 300 N
Greenwood Village,CO80111 		Enrollment Consulting Services 280,658
Gensler

2020 K Street
Washington,DC20006 		Architectural Services 267,829
MagicCamp Inc

4000 Ponce de Leon Blvd
Suite 470
Coral Gables,FL33146 		camp management 194,985
2
Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization MediumBullet14
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Part VIII
Statement of Revenue
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VIII .............
(A)
Total revenue 		(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue 		(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue 		(D)
Revenue
excluded from
tax under sections
512-514
Contributions, Gifts, GrantAmt and OtherAmt Similar Amounts 1a Federated campaigns..1a  
b Membership dues....1b  
c Fundraising events....1c 71,077
d Related organizations...1d  
e Government grants (contributions)1e 356,650
f All other contributions, gifts, grants, and
similar amounts not included above1f 		6,031,031
g Noncash contributions included in lines
1a-1f:$ 		95,242
h Total. Add lines 1a-1f.......MediumBullet 6,458,758
Program Service RevenueAmt Business Code
2a Student Tuition and related fees 611710 75,367,749 75,367,749    
b Residence hall, room and board fees 611710 11,712,667 11,712,667    
c Camp fees 900099 1,990,511 1,990,511    
d Bookstore sales 451211 348,189 348,189    
e Student activity income 611710 401,085 401,085    
f All other program service revenue . 0 0 0 0
g Total. Add lines 2a–2f........MediumBullet 89,820,201
OtherAmt RevenueAmt 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest, and other similar amounts).......MediumBullet 217,007   -1,608 218,615
4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds..MediumBullet        
5 Royalties...........MediumBullet        
(i) Real (ii) Personal
6a Gross rents 449,035  
b Less: rental expenses 125,913  
c Rental income or (loss) 323,122 0
d Net rental income or (loss).......MediumBullet 323,122     323,122
(i) Securities (ii) Other
7a Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory 1,564,069 26,184
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses 1,257,252 26,452
c Gain or (loss) 306,817 -268
d Net gain or (loss)..........MediumBullet 306,549     306,549
8a Gross income from fundraising events (not including
$ 71,077
of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ..
a 41,700
b Less: direct expenses ...b 34,687
c Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..MediumBullet 7,013   7,013
9a Gross income from gaming activities.
See Part IV, line 19 ...
a 3,465
b Less: direct expenses ...b 0
c Net income or (loss) from gaming activities...MediumBullet 3,465     3,465
10a Gross sales of inventory, less
returns and allowances .
a  
b Less: cost of goods sold ..b  
c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory..MediumBullet        
Miscellaneous Revenue Business Code
11a Community cultural affairs 900099 475,363 475,363    
b Contract revenue 900099 200,000 200,000    
c Other Income 900099 95,119 95,119    
d All other revenue .... 0 0 0 0
e Total. Add lines 11a–11d ...... MediumBullet 770,482
12 Total revenue. See Instructions......MediumBullet 97,906,597 90,590,683 -1,608 858,764
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Part IX
Statement of Functional Expenses
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A).Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX ...............
Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b,
7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII. 		(A)
Total expenses 		(B)
Program service expenses 		(C)
Management and general expenses 		(D)
Fundraising expenses
1 Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. See Part IV, line 21 ....    
2 Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. See Part IV, line 22 .... 17,378,630 17,378,630
3 Grants and other assistance to foreign organizations, foreign governments, and foreign individuals. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16 ............ 117,300 117,300
4 Benefits paid to or for members ....    
5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees .... 2,165,821 737,848 1,098,837 329,136
6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) .... 330,601 8,500 185,523 136,578
7 Other salaries and wages .... 30,593,275 26,561,038 2,926,119 1,106,118
8 Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section 401(k) and 403(b) employer contributions) .... 991,719 787,152 156,851 47,716
9 Other employee benefits ....... 6,936,269 5,533,201 975,103 427,965
10 Payroll taxes ........... 2,267,805 1,913,588 253,483 100,734
11 Fees for services (non-employees):        
a Management ......        
b Legal ......... 50,047   50,047  
c Accounting ........... 152,123   152,123  
d Lobbying ...........        
e Professional fundraising services. See Part IV, line 17    
f Investment management fees ...... 460,991   460,991  
g Other (If line 11g amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 11g expenses on Schedule O) .... 1,247,675 762,098 131,704 353,873
12 Advertising and promotion .... 1,831,380 1,315,829 47,989 467,562
13 Office expenses ....... 5,625,933 5,222,851 249,257 153,825
14 Information technology ...... 1,098,872 185,488 909,674 3,710
15 Royalties ..        
16 Occupancy ........... 6,306,441 5,618,603 486,020 201,818
17 Travel ............ 1,441,189 1,155,430 125,209 160,550
18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials ......        
19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings .... 122,526 75,486 45,181 1,859
20 Interest ........... 1,029,607 960,932 45,509 23,166
21 Payments to affiliates .......        
22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization ..... 5,078,068 4,739,360 224,451 114,257
23 Insurance .............. 272,634 272,634    
24 Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above (List miscellaneous expenses in line 24e. If line 24e amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 24e expenses on Schedule O.)
a Recruitment Expenses 573,142 541,086 32,056  
b Student programming 1,096,909 1,081,664 9,613 5,632
c Bookstore-Cost of Goods Sold 204,245 203,018 774 453
d Study tours/instructional fees 205,393 205,393    
e All other expenses 1,723,454 1,413,688 146,855 162,911
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e 89,302,049 76,790,817 8,713,369 3,797,863
26 Joint costs. Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation. Check here MediumBullet if following SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720).        
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Part X Balance Sheet Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part X ..............
(A)
Beginning of year 		(B)
End of year
Assets 1 Cash–non-interest-bearing ............. 13,532 1 13,178
2 Savings and temporary cash investments ......... 9,463,508 2 9,194,591
3 Pledges and grants receivable, net ........... 4,809,772 3 2,577,814
4 Accounts receivable, net ............. 449,272 4 866,141
5 Loans and other receivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part II of
Schedule L ..................
0 5  
6 Loans and other receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)), persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B), and contributing employers and sponsoring organizations of section 501(c)(9) voluntary employees' beneficiary organizations (see instructions) Complete Part II of Schedule L
0 6  
7 Notes and loans receivable, net ............. 2,055,010 7 1,984,461
8 Inventories for sale or use .............. 241,629 8 219,285
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges .......... 1,025,222 9 597,311
10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D 10a 177,674,054
b Less: accumulated depreciation ..... 10b 80,521,531 89,600,141 10c 97,152,523
11 Investments—publicly traded securities .......... 5,304,494 11 5,345,742
12 Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 ..... 24,400,190 12 24,458,960
13 Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 ..... 0 13  
14 Intangible assets ...............   14  
15 Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ........... 155,077 15 145,603
16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34)...... 137,517,847 16 142,555,609
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses ......... 8,669,931 17 5,851,493
18 Grants payable .................   18  
19 Deferred revenue ................ 9,990,793 19 10,117,602
20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities ............. 34,752,196 20 33,462,161
21 Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D..   21  
22 Loans and other payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, and disqualified
persons. Complete Part II of Schedule L.......... 0 22  
23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties .. 98,581 23 64,570
24 Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties ....   24  
25 Other liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related third parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17-24). Complete Part X of Schedule D.................... 2,788,099 25 3,114,134
26 Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25......... 56,299,600 26 52,609,960
Net Assets or Fund Balance Organizations that follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here MediumBullet and complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.
27 Unrestricted net assets .............. 41,666,900 27 60,818,288
28 Temporarily restricted net assets ........... 18,154,656 28 7,671,094
29 Permanently restricted net assets ........... 21,396,691 29 21,456,267
Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here MediumBullet and complete lines 30 through 34.
30 Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds ........   30  
31 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund .....   31  
32 Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds   32  
33 Total net assets or fund balances ........... 81,218,247 33 89,945,649
34 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ........ 137,517,847 34 142,555,609
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Part XI
Reconcilliation of Net Assets
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XI ..............
1
Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) ............
1
97,906,597
2
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) ............
2
89,302,049
3
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 ..............
3
8,604,548
4
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column (A)) ..
4
81,218,247
5
Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments ...............
5
173,285
6
Donated services and use of facilities .................
6
 
7
Investment expenses .....................
7
 
8
Prior period adjustments .....................
8
 
9
Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) ........
9
-50,431
10
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 through 9 (must equal Part X, line 33, column (B))
10
89,945,649
Part XII
Financial Statements and Reporting
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XII .............
Yes
No
1
Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990:  
If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain in
Schedule O.
2a
Were the organization’s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant?
2a
 
No
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were compiled or reviewed on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
b
Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?
2b
Yes
 
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were audited on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
c
If "Yes," to line 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?
2c
Yes
 
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule O.
3a
As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A-133? .................
3a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits.
3b
Yes
 
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Form 990, Special Condition Description:
Special Condition Description
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Additional Data


Software ID: 14000329
Software Version: 2014v1.0
SCHEDULE A
(Form 990 or 990EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Public Charity Status and Public Support
Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
right arrow Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
right arrow Information about Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2014
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
Lynn University Inc
 
Employer identification number

59-1023117
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status (All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions.
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)
6
7
8
9
receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of
its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses
acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)
10
11
a
b
c
d
e
f
Enter the number of supported organizations .............................  
g
Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).
(i)Name of supported organization (ii) EIN (iii) Type of organization (described on lines 1- 9 above or IRC section (see instructions)) (iv) Is the organization listed in your governing document? (v) Amount of monetary support (see instructions) (vi) Amount of other support (see instructions)
Yes No
Total    

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990EZ.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014
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Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Sections 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2010 (b) 2011 (c) 2012 (d) 2013 (e) 2014 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .... 3,305,103 6,502,984 12,155,596 7,519,132 6,458,758 35,941,573
2 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf.......            
3 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
4 Total. Add lines 1 through 3 3,305,103 6,502,984 12,155,596 7,519,132 6,458,758 35,941,573
5 The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f).. 11,836,119
6 Public support. Subtract line 5 from line 4. 24,105,454
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2010 (b) 2011 (c) 2012 (d) 2013 (e) 2014 (f) Total
7 Amounts from line 4.. 3,305,103 6,502,984 12,155,596 7,519,132 6,458,758 35,941,573
8 Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources... 1,693,851 1,022,116 747,937 731,134 667,650 4,862,688
9 Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.. 0 0 968 6,848 0 7,816
10 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part VI.).. 361,685 359,533 373,484 881,344 815,647 2,791,693
11 Total support Add lines 7 through 10. 43,603,770
12
12
372,201,241
13
First five years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a section 501(c)(3) organization, check this box and stop here........................................right arrow
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
14
55.28 %
15
15
54.62 %
16a
b
17a
b
18
Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, check this box and see
instructions ..................................................... right arrow
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014
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Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Section 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2010 (b) 2011 (c) 2012 (d) 2013 (e) 2014 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .            
2 Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose......            
3 Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513..            
4 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...            
5 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
6 Total. Add lines 1 through 5.            
7a Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...            
b Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.            
c Add lines 7a and 7b..            
8 Public support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)  
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2010 (b) 2011 (c) 2012 (d) 2013 (e) 2014 (f) Total
9 Amounts from line 6...            
10a Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..            
b Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.            
c Add lines 10a and 10b.            
11 Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.            
12 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part VI.) ..            
13 Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.)..            
14
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
15
 
16
16
 
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
17
 
18
18
 
19a
b
20
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014
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Part IV
Supporting Organizations
(Complete only if you checked a box on line 11 of Part I. If you checked 11a of Part I, complete Sections A and B. If you checked 11b of Part I, complete Sections A and C. If you checked 11c of Part I, complete Sections A, D, and E. If you checked 11d of Part I, complete Sections A and D, and complete Part V.)
Section A. All Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Are all of the organization’s supported organizations listed by name in the organization’s governing documents?
If "No," describe in Part VI how the supported organizations are designated. If designated by class or purpose,
describe the designation. If historic and continuing relationship, explain.
1
 
 
2
Did the organization have any supported organization that does not have an IRS determination of status under section 509(a)(1) or (2)? If "Yes," explain in Part VI how the organization determined that the supported organization was described in section 509(a)(1) or (2).
2
 
 
3a
Did the organization have a supported organization described in section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6)? If "Yes," answer (b) and (c) below.
3a
 
 
b
Did the organization confirm that each supported organization qualified under section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) and satisfied the public support tests under section 509(a)(2)? If "Yes," describe in Part VI when and how the organization made the determination.
3b
 
 
c
Did the organization ensure that all support to such organizations was used exclusively for section 170(c)(2)(B) purposes? If "Yes," explain in Part VI what controls the organization put in place to ensure such use.
3c
 
 
4a
Was any supported organization not organized in the United States ("foreign supported organization")? If “Yes” and if you checked 11a or 11b in Part I, answer (b) and (c) below.
4a
 
 
b
Did the organization have ultimate control and discretion in deciding whether to make grants to the foreign supported organization? If “Yes,” describe in Part VI how the organization had such control and discretion despite being controlled or supervised by or in connection with its supported organizations....
4b
 
 
c
Did the organization support any foreign supported organization that does not have an IRS determination under sections 501(c)(3) and 509(a)(1) or (2)? If “Yes,” explain in Part VI what controls the organization used to ensure that all support to the foreign supported organization was used exclusively for section 170(c)(2)(B) purposes.
4c
 
 
5a
Did the organization add, substitute, or remove any supported organizations during the tax year? If “Yes,” answer (b) and (c) below (if applicable). Also, provide detail in Part VI, including (i) the names and EIN numbers of the supported organizations added, substituted, or removed, (ii) the reasons for each such action, (iii) the authority under the organization's organizing document authorizing such action, and (iv) how the action was accomplished (such as by amendment to the organizing document).
5a
 
 
b
Type I or Type II only. Was any added or substituted supported organization part of a class already designated in the organization's organizing document?
5b
 
 
c
Substitutions only. Was the substitution the result of an event beyond the organization's control?
5c
 
 
6
Did the organization provide support (whether in the form of grants or the provision of services or facilities) to anyone other than (a) its supported organizations; (b) individuals that are part of the charitable class benefited by one or more of its supported organizations; or (c) other supporting organizations that also support or benefit one or more of the filing organization’s supported organizations? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
6
 
 
7
Did the organization provide a grant, loan, compensation, or other similar payment to a substantial contributor (defined in IRC 4958(c)(3)(C)), a family member of a substantial contributor, or a 35-percent controlled entity with regard to a substantial contributor? If “Yes,” complete Part I of Schedule L (Form 990) .
7
 
 
8
Did the organization make a loan to a disqualified person (as defined in section 4958) not described in line 7? If “Yes,” complete Part II of Schedule L (Form 990).
8
 
 
9a
Was the organization controlled directly or indirectly at any time during the tax year by one or more disqualified persons as defined in section 4946 (other than foundation managers and organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or (2))? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9a
 
 
b
Did one or more disqualified persons (as defined in line 9(a)) hold a controlling interest in any entity in which the supporting organization had an interest? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9b
 
 
c
Did a disqualified person (as defined in line 9(a)) have an ownership interest in, or derive any personal benefit from, assets in which the supporting organization also had an interest? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9c
 
 
10a
Was the organization subject to the excess business holdings rules of IRC 4943 because of IRC 4943(f) (regarding certain Type II supporting organizations, and all Type III non-functionally integrated supporting organizations)? If “Yes,” answer b below.
10a
 
 
b
Did the organization have any excess business holdings in the tax year? (Use Schedule C, Form 4720, to determine whether the organization had excess business holdings).
10b
 
 
11
Has the organization accepted a gift or contribution from any of the following persons?
a
A person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (b) and (c) below, the governing body of a supported organization?
11a
 
 
b
A family member of a person described in (a) above?
11b
 
 
c
A 35% controlled entity of a person described in (a) or (b) above? If “Yes” to a, b, or c, provide detail in Part VI.
11c
 
 
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014
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Part IV
Supporting Organizations (continued)

Section B. Type I Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Did the directors, trustees, or membership of one or more supported organizations have the power to regularly appoint or elect at least a majority of the organization’s directors or trustees at all times during the tax year? If “No,” describe in Part VI how the supported organization(s) effectively operated, supervised, or controlled the organization’s activities. If the organization had more than one supported organization, describe how the powers to appoint and/or remove directors or trustees were allocated among the supported organizations and what conditions or restrictions, if any, applied to such powers during the tax year.
1
 
 
2
Did the organization operate for the benefit of any supported organization other than the supported organization(s) that operated, supervised, or controlled the supporting organization? If “Yes,” explain in Part VI how providing such benefit carried out the purposes of the supported organization(s) that operated, supervised or controlled the supporting organization.
2
 
 
Section C. Type II Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Were a majority of the organization’s directors or trustees during the tax year also a majority of the directors or trustees of each of the organization’s supported organization(s)? If “No,” describe in Part VI how control or management of the supporting organization was vested in the same persons that controlled or managed the supported organization(s).
1
 
 
Section D. All Type III Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Did the organization provide to each of its supported organizations, by the last day of the fifth month of the organization’s tax year, (1) a written notice describing the type and amount of support provided during the prior tax year, (2) a copy of the Form 990 that was most recently filed as of the date of notification, and (3) copies of the organization’s governing documents in effect on the date of notification, to the extent not previously provided?
1
 
 
2
Were any of the organization’s officers, directors, or trustees either (i) appointed or elected by the supported organization(s) or (ii) serving on the governing body of a supported organization? If "No," explain in Part VI how the organization maintained a close and continuous working relationship with the supported organization(s).
2
 
 
3
By reason of the relationship described in (2), did the organization’s supported organizations have a significant voice in the organization’s investment policies and in directing the use of the organization’s income or assets at all times during the tax year? If "Yes," describe in Part VI the role the organization’s supported organizations played in this regard.
3
 
 
Section E. Type III Functionally-Integrated Supporting Organizations
1
Check the box next to the method that the organization used to satisfy the Integral Part Test during the year (see instructions):
a
b
c
2
Activities Test. Answer (a) and (b) below.
Yes
No
a
Did substantially all of the organization’s activities during the tax year directly further the exempt purposes of the supported organization(s) to which the organization was responsive? If "Yes," then in Part VI identify those supported organizations and explain how these activities directly furthered their exempt purposes, how the organization was responsive to those supported organizations, and how the organization determined that these activities constituted substantially all of its activities.
2a
 
 
b
Did the activities described in (a) constitute activities that, but for the organization’s involvement, one or more of the organization’s supported organization(s) would have been engaged in? If "Yes," explain in Part VI the reasons for the organization’s position that its supported organization(s) would have engaged in these activities but for the organization’s involvement.
2b
 
 
3
Parent of Supported Organizations. Answer (a) and (b) below.
a
Did the organization have the power to regularly appoint or elect a majority of the officers, directors, or trustees of each of the supported organizations? Provide details in Part VI.
3a
 
 
b
Did the organization exercise a substantial degree of direction over the policies, programs and activities of each of its supported organizations? If "Yes," describe in Part VI the role played by the organization in this regard.
3b
 
 
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014
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Part V – Type III Non-Functionally Integrated 509(a)(3) Supporting Organizations

1.   Check here if the organization satisfied the Integral Part Test as a qualifying trust on Nov. 20, 1970. See instructions. All other Type III non-functionally integrated supporting organizations must complete Sections A through E.
Section A - Adjusted Net Income (A) Prior Year (B) Current Year
(optional)
1 Net short-term capital gain 1    
2 Recoveries of prior-year distributions 2    
3 Other gross income (see instructions) 3    
4 Add lines 1 through 3 4    
5 Depreciation and depletion 5    
6 Portion of operating expenses paid or incurred for production or collection of gross income or for management, conservation, or maintenance of property held for production of income (see instructions) 6    
7 Other expenses (see instructions) 7    
8 Adjusted Net Income (subtract lines 5, 6 and 7 from line 4) 8    

Section B - Minimum Asset Amount (A) Prior Year (B) Current Year
(optional)
1 Aggregate fair market value of all non-exempt-use assets (see instructions for short tax year or assets held for part of year): 1
a Average monthly value of securities 1a    
b Average monthly cash balances 1b    
c Fair market value of other non-exempt-use assets 1c    
d Total (add lines 1a, 1b, and 1c) 1d    
e Discount claimed for blockage or other factors (explain in detail in Part VI):  
2 Acquisition indebtedness applicable to non-exempt use assets 2    
3 Subtract line 2 from line 1d 3    
4 Cash deemed held for exempt use. Enter 1-1/2% of line 3 (for greater amount, see instructions). 4    
5 Net value of non-exempt-use assets (subtract line 4 from line 3) 5    
6 Multiply line 5 by .035 6    
7 Recoveries of prior-year distributions 7    
8 Minimum Asset Amount (add line 7 to line 6) 8    

Section C - Distributable Amount Current Year
1 Adjusted net income for prior year (from Section A, line 8, Column A) 1  
2 Enter 85% of line 1 2  
3 Minimum asset amount for prior year (from Section B, line 8, Column A) 3  
4 Enter greater of line 2 or line 3 4  
5 Income tax imposed in prior year 5  
6 Distributable Amount. Subtract line 5 from line 4, unless subject to emergency temporary reduction (see instructions) 6  
7   Check here if the current year is the organization's first as a non-functionally-integrated Type III supporting organization (see instructions)
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014
Page 7
Section D - Distributions Current Year
1 Amounts paid to supported organizations to accomplish exempt purposes  
2 Amounts paid to perform activity that directly furthers exempt purposes of supported organizations, in
excess of income from activity		  
3 Administrative expenses paid to accomplish exempt purposes of supported organizations  
4 Amounts paid to acquire exempt-use assets  
5 Qualified set-aside amounts (prior IRS approval required)  
6 Other distributions (describe in Part VI). See instructions  
7Total annual distributions. Add lines 1 through 6.  
8 Distributions to attentive supported organizations to which the organization is responsive (provide
details in Part VI). See instructions		  
9 Distributable amount for 2014 from Section C, line 6  
10 Line 8 amount divided by Line 9 amount  

Section E - Distribution Allocations (see instructions) (i)
Excess Distributions 		(ii)
Underdistributions
Pre-2014 		(iii)
Distributable
Amount for 2014
1 Distributable amount for 2014 from Section C, line
6 		 
2 Underdistributions, if any, for years prior to 2014
(reasonable cause required--see instructions)		  
3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2014:
a From 2009.......X
b From 2010.......X
c From 2011.......X
d From 2012.......X
e From 2013.......  
fTotal of lines 3a through e  
g Applied to underdistributions of prior years  
h Applied to 2014 distributable amount  
i Carryover from 2009 not applied (see
instructions)
j Remainder. Subtract lines 3g, 3h, and 3i from 3f.  
4Distributions for 2014 from Section D, line 7:
$  
a Applied to underdistributions of prior years  
b Applied to 2014 distributable amount  
c Remainder. Subtract lines 4a and 4b from 4.  
5 Remaining underdistributions for years prior to
2014, if any. Subtract lines 3g and 4a from line 2
(if amount greater than zero, see instructions)		  
6 Remaining underdistributions for 2014. Subtract
lines 3h and 4b from line 1 (if amount greater than
zero, see instructions)		  
7 Excess distributions carryover to 2015. Add lines
3j and 4c.		  
8 Breakdown of line 7:
a From 2010.......X
b From 2011.......X
c From 2012.......X
d From 2013.......  
e From 2014.......  
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) (2014)
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014
Page 8
Part VI
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; Part III, line 12; Part IV, Section A, lines 1, 2, 3b, 3c, 4b, 4c, 5a, 6, 9a, 9b, 9c, 11a, 11b, and 11c; Part IV, Section B, lines 1 and 2; Part IV, Section C, line 1; Part IV, Section D, lines 2 and 3; Part IV, Section E, lines 1c, 2a, 2b, 3a and 3b; Part V, line 1; Part V, Section B, line 1e; Part V Section D, lines 5, 6, and 8; and Part V, Section E, lines 2, 5, and 6. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
 
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule A, Part II Explanation of filing TO QUALIFY FOR LIMITED DONOR DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SPECIAL RULE ON SCHEDULE B, THE PUBLIC SUPPORT TEST HAS BEEN COMPLETED TO DEMONSTRATE THE UNIVERSITY MEETS THE QUANTITATIVE SUPPORT TEST UNDER SECTION 509(A)(1) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE, WHICH REQUIRES AN ORGANIZATION TO RECEIVE A SUBSTANTIAL PART OF ITS SUPPORT FROM A GOVERNMENTAL UNIT OR FROM THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
Schedule A, Part II, Line 10 Other Income DESCRIPTION - GROSS INCOME FROM FUNDRAISING EVENTS, COLUMN A - 75807.0, COLUMN B - 56931.0, COLUMN C - 45519.0, COLUMN D - 32842.0, COLUMN E - 41700.0, COLUMN F - 252799.0; DESCRIPTION - GROSS INCOME FROM GAMING, COLUMN A - 0.0, COLUMN B - 2072.0, COLUMN C - 3670.0, COLUMN D - 3660.0, COLUMN E - 3465.0, COLUMN F - 12867.0; DESCRIPTION - COMMUNITY CULTURAL AFFAIRS, COLUMN A - 252759.0, COLUMN B - 159888.0, COLUMN C - 263108.0, COLUMN D - 505954.0, COLUMN E - 475363.0, COLUMN F - 1657072.0; DESCRIPTION - OTHER INCOME, COLUMN A - 33119.0, COLUMN B - 140642.0, COLUMN C - 61187.0, COLUMN D - 338888.0, COLUMN E - 295119.0, COLUMN F - 868955.0;
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014

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Schedule B
(Form 990, 990-EZ,
or 990-PF)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Schedule of Contributors
Arrow Bullet Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
Arrow Bullet Information about Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2014
Name of the organization
Lynn University Inc
 
Employer identification number

59-1023117
Organization type (check one):
Filers of:
Section:
Form 990 or 990-EZ





Form 990-PF




Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.  
Note. Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
General Rule
Special Rules
......... Arrow Bullet $  
Caution. An organization that is not covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules does not file Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2, of its Form 990; or check the box on line H of its
Form 990-EZ or on its Form 990PF, Part I, line 2, to certify that it does not meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF).
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
Cat. No. 30613XSchedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2014)

Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2014)
Page 2
Name of organization
Lynn University Inc
  		Employer identification number

59-1023117
Part I
Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
RESTRICTED
 
 

   
 
 
  ,    

$RESTRICTED


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

   
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

   
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

   
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

   
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

   
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2014)

Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2014)
Page 3
Name of organization
Lynn University Inc
  		Employer identification number

59-1023117
Part II
Noncash Property (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part II if additional space is needed.
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2014)

Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2014)
Page 4
Name of organization
Lynn University Inc
  		Employer identification number

59-1023117
Part III
Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions to organizations described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10)
that total more than $1,000 for the year from any one contributor. Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry. For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet$  
Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
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SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Financial Statements
SchDMd Bullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d, 11e, 11f, 12a, or 12b.
SchDMd Bullet Attach to Form 990.
Information about Schedule D (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2014
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Lynn University Inc
 
Employer identification number

59-1023117
Part I
Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 6.
(a) Donor advised funds (b) Funds and other accounts
1 Total number at end of year .........    
2 Aggregate value of contributions to (during year)    
3 Aggregate value of grants from (during year)    
4 Aggregate value at end of year ........    
5
Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised
funds are the organization's property, subject to the organization's exclusive legal control? ............
6
Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds can be
used only for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring impermissible private benefit? ...................................
Part II
Conservation Easements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 7.
1
Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).
2
Complete lines 2a through 2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the last day of the tax year.
Held at the End of the Year
a Total number of conservation easements ....................... 2a  
b Total acreage restricted by conservation easements .................. 2b  
c Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) ..... 2c  
d Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 8/17/06, and not on a historic structure listed in the National Register .................... 2d  
3
Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during
the tax year SchDMd Bullet  
4
Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located SchDMd Bullet  
5
Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and
enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? .............................
6
Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
SchDMd Bullet  
7
Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
SchDMd Bullet $  
8
Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section 170(h)(4)(B)(i) and section 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? .......................................
9
In Part XIII, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and
balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes
the organization’s accounting for conservation easements.
Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 8.
1a
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide, in Part XIII, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.
b
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide the following amounts relating to these items:
(i)
Revenue included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ........................SchDMd Bullet $ 14,250
(ii)
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ..............................SchDMd Bullet $ 2,163,049
2
If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the
following amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 (ASC 958) relating to these items:
a
Revenue included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ..........................SchDMd Bullet $ 0
b
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................SchDMd Bullet $ 0
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
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Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)
3
Using the organization’s acquisition, accession, and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection items (check all that apply):
a
d
b
e
 
c
4
Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIII.
5
During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar
assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization’s collection?........
Part IV
Escrow and Custodial Arrangements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21.
1a
Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? ....................................
b
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII and complete the following table:
Amount
c Beginning balance ................................. 1c  
d Additions during the year .............................. 1d  
e Distributions during the year ............................. 1e  
f Ending balance ................................... 1f  
2a
Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21, for escrow or custodial account liability?
b
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII. Check here if the explanation has been provided in Part XIII .......
Part V
Endowment Funds. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 10.
(a)Current year (b)Prior year b (c)Two years back (d)Three years back (e)Four years back
1a Beginning of year balance .... 24,381,263 22,162,868 21,273,849 21,131,637 19,185,356
b Contributions ........ 396,478 408,037 711,430 570,480 774,209
c Net investment earnings, gains, and losses 58,770 2,906,001 1,229,991 -428,268 2,098,654
d Grants or scholarships ..... 29,747 537,383 499,305 0 402,223
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs ........ 		196,049 558,260 553,097 0 524,359
f Administrative expenses .... 336,902 0 0 0 0
g End of year balance ...... 24,273,813 24,381,263 22,162,868 21,273,849 21,131,637
2
Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1g, column (a)) held as:
a
Board designated or quasi-endowment SchDMd Bullet1.03 %
b
Permanent endowment SchDMd Bullet88.39 %
c
Temporarily restricted endowment SchDMd Bullet10.58 %
The percentages in lines 2a, 2b, and 2c should equal 100%.
3a
Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:

Yes
No
(i) unrelated organizations ........................
3a(i)
 
No
(ii) related organizations ........................
3a(ii)
 
No
b
If "Yes" to 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........
3b
 
 
4
Describe in Part XIII the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.
Part VI
Land, Buildings, and Equipment. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11a. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.
Description of property (a) Cost or other basis (investment) (b)Cost or other basis (other) (c) Accumulated depreciation (d) Book value
1a Land ................. 110,000 1,145,045 1,255,045
b Buildings ................   124,289,009 44,129,393 80,159,616
c Leasehold improvements ............        
d Equipment ................   31,408,146 27,916,268 3,491,878
e Other .................   20,721,854 8,475,870 12,245,984
Total. Add lines 1a through 1e. (Column (d) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).).......SchDMdBullet 97,152,523
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Part VII
Investments—Other Securities. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11b. See Form 990, Part X, line 12.
(a) Description of security or category
(including name of security)		 (b)Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)Financial derivatives    
(2)Closely-held equity interests    
(3)Other
(A) Alternative investments 		24,458,960 F








Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col. (B) line 12.)Small Bullet 24,458,960
Part VIII
Investments—Program Related. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11c. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.
(a) Description of investment (b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value








Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)Small Bullet  
Part IX
Other Assets. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11d. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
(a) Description (b) Book value








Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........Small Bullet  
Part X
Other Liabilities. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11e or 11f. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.
1.(a) Description of liability (b) Book value
Federal income taxes  
Deferred compensation payable 2,837,027
Annuities Payable 14,322
Financial derivative 262,785






Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)Small Bullet 3,114,134
2. Liability for uncertain tax positions. In Part XIII, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740). Check here if the text of the footnote has been provided in Part XIII
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Part XI Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements ....... 1 80,233,130
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments .... 2a 173,285
b Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2b  
c Recoveries of prior year grants ........... 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 2d 237,065
e Add lines 2a through 2d ..................... 2e 410,350
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3 79,822,780
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b . 4a 460,991
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 4b 17,622,826
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c 18,083,817
5 Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ...... 5 97,906,597
Part XII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements ........... 1 71,505,728
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a Donated services and use of facilities .......... 2a  
b Prior year adjustments .............. 2b  
c Other losses ................ 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 2d 160,600
e Add lines 2a through 2d...................... 2e 160,600
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3 71,345,128
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b .. 4a 460,991
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 4b 17,495,930
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c 17,956,921
5 Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ...... 5 89,302,049
Part XIII
Supplemental Information
Provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part lV, lines 1b and 2b;
Part V, line 4; Part X, line 2; Part XI, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule D, Part III, Line 4 Collections of art - description of collections The University has a collection of African Art, displayed in the library. The collection of African Art includes sculptures, carvings and textile arts, which are displayed in open areas of the University library for the enjoyment of the public. The study of these pieces is Incorporated into courses in art history, art appreciation and Intercultural studies.
Schedule D, Part V, Line 4 Intended uses of endowment funds The University's endowment consists of approximately 45 individual funds established for a variety of educational purposes, scholarly development, and to enhance student life on campus. Its endowment includes both donor-restricted endowment funds and funds, classified by the Board of Trustees, to function as endowments and to further these goals.
Schedule D, Part X, Line 2 FIN 48 (ASC 740) footnote The University is exempt from federal income taxation as defined by Sections 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and is generally exempt from state income taxes under the provisions of the Florida Nonprofit Corporation Act. Therefore, no provision for income taxes has been reflected in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. Management evaluated the University's tax positions and concluded that the University had taken no uncertain tax positions that require adjustment to the financial statements to comply with the provisions of the Income Taxes Topic of the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") Accounting Standards Codification ("FASB ASC").
Schedule D, Part XI, Line 2(d) Other revenues in audited financial statements not in form 990 Loss on change in value of split interest agreement - -9474 Rental expenses - 125913 Fundraising expenses - 34687 Pension-Related Changes other than net periodic pension costs - 85939
Schedule D, Part XI, Line 4(b) Other revenues in form 990 not in audited financial statements Student Aid - 17495930 Loss on Financial Derivatives - 126896
Schedule D, Part XII, Line 2(d) Other expenses in audited financial statements not in form 990 Rental expenses - 125913 Fundraising expenses - 34687
Schedule D, Part XII, Line 4(b) Other expenses in form 990 not in audited financial statements Student aid - 17495930
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SCHEDULE E(Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Schools
Right pointing arrow large imageComplete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, line 13, or Form 990-EZ, Part VI, line 48.
Right pointing arrow large image Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
Right pointing arrow large image Information about Schedule E (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047 2014Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Lynn University Inc
 
Employer identification number

59-1023117
Part I
YES
NO
1
Does the organization have a racially nondiscriminatory policy toward students by statement in its charter, bylaws,
other governing instrument, or in a resolution of its governing body? ......................
1
Yes
 
2
Does the organization include a statement of its racially nondiscriminatory policy toward students in all its
brochures, catalogues, and other written communications with the public dealing with student admissions,
programs, and scholarships? ......................................
2
Yes
 
3
Has the organization publicized its racially nondiscriminatory policy through newspaper or broadcast media during
the period of solicitation for students, or during the registration period if it has no solicitation program, in a way
that makes the policy known to all parts of the general community it serves? If "Yes," please describe. If "No,"
please explain. If you need more space use Part II. .............................
3
Yes
 
 
4
Does the organization maintain the following?
a
Records indicating the racial composition of the student body, faculty, and administrative staff? ..........
4a
Yes
 
b
Records documenting that scholarships and other financial assistance are awarded on a racially nondiscriminatory
basis? ...............................................
4b
Yes
 
c
Copies of all catalogues, brochures, announcements, and other written communications to the public dealing
with student admissions, programs, and scholarships? ...........................
4c
Yes
 
d
Copies of all material used by the organization or on its behalf to solicit contributions? ..............
4d
Yes
 
If you answered "No" to any of the above, please explain. If you need more space, use Part II.
 
5
Does the organization discriminate by race in any way with respect to:
a
Students' rights or privileges? .....................................
5a
 
No
b
Admissions policies? .........................................
5b
 
No
c
Employment of faculty or administrative staff? ..............................
5c
 
No
d
Scholarships or other financial assistance? ................................
5d
 
No
e
Educational policies? .........................................
5e
 
No
f
Use of facilities? ...........................................
5f
 
No
g
Athletic programs? ..........................................
5g
 
No
h
Other extracurricular activities? .....................................
5h
 
No
If you answered "Yes" to any of the above, please explain. If you need more space, use Part II.
 
6a
Does the organization receive any financial aid or assistance from a governmental agency? ...........
6a
Yes
 
b
Has the organization's right to such aid ever been revoked or suspended? ...................
6b
 
No
If you answered "Yes" to either line 6a or line 6b, explain on Part II.
7
Does the organization certify that it has complied with the applicable requirements of sections 4.01 through 4.05
of Rev. Proc. 75-50, 1975-2 C.B. 587, covering racial nondiscrimination? If "No," explain on Part II.
7
Yes
 
Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 50085D
Schedule E (Form 990 or 990-EZ) (2014)
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Part II
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part I, lines 3, 4d, 5h, 6b, and 7, as applicable. Also provide any other additional information (see instructions).
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule E, Part I, Line 3 RACIALLY NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability and/or age in the administration of its educational and admissions policies, scholarships and loan programs, athletic and/or other school administered programs.
Schedule E, Part I, Line 6(a) FINANCIAL AID OR ASSISTANCE FROM A GOVERNMENT US department of education: federal supplemental educational opportunity grant, federal work-study, federal Perkins loan, federal Pell grant, federal direct student loans, and academic competitiveness grant. Florida department of education: Florida minority teacher's fund, Florida resident access grant, Florida work experience program, Florida private student assistance grant and Florida Bright Futures scholarship project.
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SCHEDULE F(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Statement of Activities Outside the United States
Right pointing arrow large image Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,Part IV, line 14b, 15, or 16.Right pointing arrow large image Attach to Form 990.Right pointing arrow large image Information about Schedule F (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2014
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Lynn University Inc
 
Employer identification number

59-1023117
Part I
General Information on Activities Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 14b.
1
For grantmakers. Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of its grants
and other assistance, the grantees’ eligibility for the grants or assistance, and the selection criteria
used to award the grants or assistance? ...........................
2
For grantmakers. Describe in Part V the organization’s procedures for monitoring the use of its grants and other assistance outside the United States.
3
Activites per Region. (The following Part I, line 3 table can be duplicated if additional space is needed.)
(a) Region (b) Number of offices in the region (c) Number of employees, agents, and independent contractors in region (d) Activities conducted in region (by type) (e.g., fundraising, program services, investments, grants to recipients located in the region) (e) If activity listed in (d) is a program service, describe specific type of
service(s) in region		 (f) Total expenditures
for and investments
in region
Central America and the Caribbean 0 0 Program Services STUDY TOURS 29,050
East Asia and the Pacific 0 0 Program Services STUDY TOURS AND SEMESTER ABROAD 142,579
Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) 0 0 Program Services STUDY TOURS AND SEMESTER ABROAD 689,045
South America 0 0 Program Services STUDY TOURS 30,450
Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) 0 0 Grantmaking   88,400
East Asia and the Pacific 0 0 Grantmaking   19,900
South America 0 0 Grantmaking   9,000
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
3a Sub-total ..... 0 0 1,008,424
b Total from continuation sheets to Part I ... 0 0 0
c Totals (add lines 3a and 3b) 0 0 1,008,424
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Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations or Entities Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 15, for any recipient who received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
1 (a) Name of organization (b) IRS code section
and EIN (if applicable)		 (a)(c) Region (b)(d) Purpose of
grant 		(e) Amount of
cash grant 		(f) Manner of
cash
disbursement 		(g) Amount
of non-cash
assistance 		(h) Description
of non-cash
assistance 		(i) Method of
valuation
(book, FMV,
appraisal, other)
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
2 Enter total number of recipient organizations listed above that are recognized as charities by the foreign country, recognized as tax-exempt by the IRS, or for which the grantee or counsel has provided a section 501(c)(3) equivalency letter ....MediumBullet
 
3
Enter total number of other organizations or entities .......................MediumBullet
 
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Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Individuals Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 16.
Part III can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Type of grant or assistance (b) Region (c) Number of recipients (d) Amount of
cash grant 		(e) Manner of cash
disbursement 		(f) Amount of
non-cash
assistance 		(g) Description
of non-cash
assistance 		(h) Method of
valuation
(book, FMV,
appraisal, other)
SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) 18 88,400 Tuition Credit 0 N/A N/A
SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS East Asia and the Pacific 3 19,900 Tuition Credit 0 N/A N/A
Scholarship Awards South America 2 9,000 Tuition Credit 0 N/A N/A
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
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Part IV
Foreign Forms
1 Was the organization a U.S. transferor of property to a foreign corporation during the tax year? If "Yes,"the organization may be required to file Form 926, Return by a U.S. Transferor of Property to a Foreign Corporation (see Instructions for Form 926)......................................
2 Did the organization have an interest in a foreign trust during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 3520, Annual Return to Report Transactions with Foreign Trusts and Receipt of Certain Foreign Gifts, and/or Form 3520-A, Annual Information Return of Foreign Trust With a U.S. Owner (see Instructions for Forms 3520 and 3520-A; do not file with Form 990)............................
3 Did the organization have an ownership interest in a foreign corporation during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 5471, Information Return of U.S. Persons with Respect to Certain Foreign Corporations. (see Instructions for Form 5471)..............................
4 Was the organization a direct or indirect shareholder of a passive foreign investment company or a qualified electing fund during the tax year? If “Yes,” the organization may be required to file Form 8621, Information Return by a Shareholder of a Passive Foreign Investment Company or Qualified Electing Fund. (see Instructions for Form 8621)...............................................
5 Did the organization have an ownership interest in a foreign partnership during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 8865, Return of U.S. Persons with Respect to Certain Foreign Partnerships. (see Instructions for Form 8865)....................................
6 Did the organization have any operations in or related to any boycotting countries during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 5713, International Boycott Report (see Instructions for Form 5713; do not file with Form 990).....................................
Schedule F (Form 990) 2014
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Part V
Supplemental Information
Provide the information required by Part I, line 2 (monitoring of funds); Part I, line 3, column (f) (accounting method; amounts of investments vs. expenditures per region); Part II, line 1 (accounting method); Part III (accounting method); and Part III, column (c) (estimated number of recipients), as applicable. Also complete this part to provide any additional information (see instructions).
ReturnReference Explanation
Schedule F, Part I, Line 2 Procedures for monitoring use of grant funds THE STUDENT ASSISTANCE AWARDED IS CREDITED TO STUDENTS' TUITION ACCOUNTS AT LYNN UNIVERSITY.
Schedule F, Part V Method Used to Account for Expenditures The University accounts for revenue and expenditures on the accrual basis. Direct expenditures for study tours are tracked separately. Description of Study Abroad Program: Lynn University offers its students a variety of study abroad opportunities all around the world. These programs provide Intercultural and historical perspectives, enhancing the educational mission of the school.
Schedule F, Part I, Line 2 PROCEDURES FOR MONITORING USE OF GRANT FUNDS THE STUDENT ASSISTANCE AWARDED IS CREDITED TO STUDENTS' TUITION ACCOUNTS AT LYNN UNIVERSITY.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
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SCHEDULE G (Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information Regarding
Fundraising or Gaming Activities
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, lines 17, 18, or 19, or if the organization entered more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a. right arrowAttach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
right arrowInformation about Schedule G (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2014
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Lynn University Inc
 
Employer identification number

59-1023117
Part I
Fundraising Activities. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 17. Form 990-EZ
filers are not required to complete this part.
1
Indicate whether the organization raised funds through any of the following activities. Check all that apply.
a e
b f
c g
d
2a
Did the organization have a written or oral agreement with any individual (including officers, directors, trustees
or key employees listed in Form 990, Part VII) or entity in connection with professional fundraising services?
b
If "Yes," list the ten highest paid individuals or entities (fundraisers) pursuant to agreements under which the fundraiser is
to be compensated at least $5,000 by the organization.
(i) Name and address of individual
or entity (fundraiser) 		(ii) Activity (iii) Did fundraiser have custody or control of contributions? (iv) Gross receipts
from activity 		(v) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
fundraiser listed in
col. (i) 		(vi) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
organization
Yes No
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
Total .................right arrow      
3
List all states in which the organization is registered or licensed to solicit contributions or has been notified it is exempt from registration or licensing.
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 50083H
Schedule G (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014
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Part II
Fundraising Events. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 18, or reported more than $15,000 of fundraising event contributions and gross income on Form 990-EZ, lines 1 and 6b. List events with gross receipts greater than $5,000.
(a) Event #1

Golf Tournament
(event type) 		(b) Event #2

Auction
(event type) 		(c) Other events

 
(total number) 		(d) Total events
(add col. (a) through col. (c))
VerticalRevenue 1 Gross receipts . . . 78,180 34,597   112,777
2 Less: Contributions . . 53,733 17,344   71,077
3 Gross income (line 1
minus line 2) . . . 		24,447 17,253 0 41,700
VerticalDirectExpenses 4 Cash prizes . . .        
5 Noncash prizes . . 4,985     4,985
6 Rent/facility costs . . 8,320 2,006   10,326
7 Food and beverages . 10,511 2,960   13,471
8 Entertainment . . .        
9 Other direct expenses . 1,844 4,061   5,905
10 Direct expense summary. Add lines 4 through 9 in column (d) ........... right arrow 34,687
11 Net income summary. Subtract line 10 from line 3, column (d)........... right arrow 7,013
Part III
Gaming. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 19, or reported more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a.
VerticalRevenue (a) Bingo (b) Pull tabs/Instant
bingo/progressive bingo 		(c) Other gaming (d) Total gaming (add col.(a) through col.(c))
1 Gross revenue . . . .        
VerticalDirectExpenses 2 Cash prizes . . . .        
3 Non-cash prizes . . .        
4 Rent/facility costs . . .        
5 Other direct expenses . .        
6 Volunteer labor . . .
%
%
%
7 Direct expense summary. Add lines 2 through 5 in column (d) ........... right arrow  
8 Net gaming income summary. Subtract line 7 from line 1, column (d) ......... right arrow  
9
Enter the state(s) in which the organization conducts gaming activities:
a
Is the organization licensed to conduct gaming activities in each of these states? ............
b
If "No," explain:
 
10a
Were any of the organization's gaming licenses revoked, suspended or terminated during the tax year? .....
b
If "Yes," explain:
 
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11
Does the organization conduct gaming activities with nonmembers? .................
12
Is the organization a grantor, beneficiary or trustee of a trust or a member of a partnership or other entity
formed to administer charitable gaming? ..........................
13
Indicate the percentage of gaming activities conducted in:
a
The organization's facility ......................
13a
%
b
An outside facility ........................
13b
%
14
Enter the name and address of the person who prepares the organization's gaming/special events books and records:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
15a
Does the organization have a contract with a third party from whom the organization receives gaming
revenue? ......................................
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of gaming revenue received by the organization right arrow $   and the
amount of gaming revenue retained by the third party right arrow $  
c
If "Yes," enter name and address of the third party:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
 
 
16
Gaming manager information:
Name right arrow
Gaming manager compensation right arrow $  
Description of services provided right arrow
 
17
Mandatory distributions:
a
Is the organization required under state law to make charitable distributions from the gaming proceeds to
retain the state gaming license? ............................
b
Enter the amount of distributions required under state law distributed to other exempt organizations or spent
in the organization's own exempt activities during the tax year right arrow$  
Part IV
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part I, line 2b, columns (iii) and (v), and Part III, lines 9, 9b, 10b, 15b, 15c, 16, and 17b, as applicable. Also provide any additional information (see instructions).
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Schedule I
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations,
Governments and Individuals in the United States
Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22.
lBullet Attach to Form 990.
lBullet Information about Schedule I (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2014
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Inspection
Name of the organization
Lynn University Inc
 
Employer identification number
59-1023117
Part I
General Information on Grants and Assistance
1
Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and
the selection criteria used to award the grants or assistance? ....................................
2
Describe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States.
Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Organizations and Domestic Governments. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to
Form 990, Part IV, line 21, for any recipient that received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Name and address of organization
or government		 (b) EIN (c) IRC section
if applicable		 (d) Amount of cash grant (e) Amount of non-cash
assistance		 (f) Method of valuation
(book, FMV, appraisal,
other)		 (g) Description of
non-cash assistance		 (h) Purpose of grant
or assistance






















2
Enter total number of section 501(c)(3) and government organizations listed in the line 1 table ................ Bullet Image
 
3
Enter total number of other organizations listed in the line 1 table ........................ . Bullet Image
 
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Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Individuals. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 22.
Part III can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a)Type of grant or assistance (b)Number of
recipients		 (c)Amount of
cash grant		 (d)Amount of
non-cash assistance		 (e)Method of valuation (book,
FMV, appraisal, other)		 (f)Description of non-cash assistance
(1) ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS 168 3,709,563 0 N/A N/A
(2) ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS 660 5,465,956 0 N/A N/A
(3) NEED BASED SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS 1037 8,203,111 0 N/A N/A








Part IV
Supplemental Information. Provide the information required in Part I, line 2, Part III, column (b), and any other additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule I, Part I, Line 2 Description Of Procedure For Monitoring Use Of Grant Funds THE UNIVERSITY AWARDS GRANTS AND LOANS BASED ON A SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM AND THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL PROGRAMS. THE FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA) MUST BE FILLED OUT AND ELIGIBLITY IS DETERMINED BASED ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED. THE GRANT AWARDED IS CREDITED TO THEIR TUITION ACCOUNT AT LYNN UNIVERSITY.
Schedule I, Part I, Line 2 Procedures for monitoring use of grant funds. THE UNIVERSITY AWARDS GRANTS AND LOANS BASED ON A SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM AND THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL PROGRAMS. THE FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA) MUST BE FILLED OUT AND ELIGIBLITY IS DETERMINED BASED ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED. THE GRANT AWARDED IS CREDITED TO THEIR TUITION ACCOUNT AT LYNN UNIVERSITY.
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Schedule J
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Compensation Information
For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest
Compensated Employees
SchJMediumBullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 23.
SchJMediumBullet Attach to Form 990.
SchJMediumBullet Information about Schedule J (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2014
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Lynn University Inc
 
Employer identification number

59-1023117
Part I
Questions Regarding Compensation
Yes
No
1a
Check the appropiate box(es) if the organization provided any of the following to or for a person listed in Form
990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a. Complete Part III to provide any relevant information regarding these items.
b
If any of the boxes in line 1a are checked, did the organization follow a written policy regarding payment or reimbursement or provision of all of the expenses described above? If "No," complete Part III to explain....
1b
Yes
 
2
Did the organization require substantiation prior to reimbursing or allowing expenses incurred by all
directors, trustees, officers, including the CEO/Executive Director, regarding the items checked in line 1a? ..
2
Yes
 
3
Indicate which, if any, of the following the filing organization used to establish the compensation of the
organization's CEO/Executive Director. Check all that apply. Do not check any boxes for methods
used by a related organization to establish compensation of the CEO/Executive Director, but explain in Part III.
4
During the year, did any person listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a with respect to the filing organization or a related organization:
a
Receive a severance payment or change-of-control payment? ................
4a
Yes
 
b
Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan? .........
4b
Yes
 
c
Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? .........
4c
 
No
If "Yes" to any of lines 4a-c, list the persons and provide the applicable amounts for each item in Part III.
Only 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations must complete lines 5-9.
5
For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the revenues of:
a
The organization? ...........................
5a
 
No
b
Any related organization? .........................
5b
 
No
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III.
6
For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the net earnings of:
a
The organization? ...........................
6a
 
No
b
Any related organization? .........................
6b
 
No
If "Yes," to line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.
7
For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization provide any non-fixed
payments not described in lines 5 and 6? If "Yes," describe in Part III ............
7
Yes
 
8
Were any amounts reported in Form 990, Part VII, paid or accured pursuant to a contract that was
subject to the initial contract exception described in Regulations section 53.4958-4(a)(3)? If "Yes," describe
in Part III .............................
8
 
No
9
If "Yes" to line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations section 53.4958-6(c)? .........................
9
 
 
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Part II
Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees. Use duplicate copies if additional space is needed.
For each individual whose compensation must be reported in Schedule J, report compensation from the organization on row (i) and from related organizations, described in the
instructions, on row (ii). Do not list any individuals that are not listed on Form 990, Part VII.
Note. The sum of columns (B)(i)-(iii) for each listed individual must equal the total amount of Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, applicable column (D) and (E) amounts for that individual.
(A) Name and Title (B) Breakdown of W-2 and/or 1099-MISC compensation (C) Retirement and other deferred compensation (D) Nontaxable
benefits		 (E) Total of columns
(B)(i)-(D) 		(F) Compensation in column(B) reported as deferred in prior Form 990
(i) Base compensation (ii) Bonus & incentive compensation (iii) Other reportable compensation
1Kevin Ross
  President 		(i)
(ii)		 316,146
...............................
0 		68,358
...............................
0 		26,377
...............................
0 		120,813
...............................
0 		84,248
...............................
0 		615,942
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0
2Gareth Fowles
  VP for Enrollment Management 		(i)
(ii)		 183,194
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0 		391
...............................
0 		9,250
...............................
0 		9,116
...............................
0 		201,951
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0
3Laurie Levine
  VP for Business and Finance 		(i)
(ii)		 224,197
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0 		474
...............................
0 		63,052
...............................
0 		27,396
...............................
0 		315,119
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0
4Philip Riordan
  VP for Student Life 		(i)
(ii)		 151,458
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0 		386
...............................
0 		8,305
...............................
0 		30,382
...............................
0 		190,531
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0
5Greg Malfitano
  SVP for Development & Administration 		(i)
(ii)		 269,732
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0 		5,264
...............................
0 		96,194
...............................
0 		24,805
...............................
0 		395,995
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0
6Gregg Cox
  VP for Academic Affairs 		(i)
(ii)		 196,475
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0 		474
...............................
0 		10,204
...............................
0 		14,849
...............................
0 		222,002
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0
7Christian G Boniforti
  Chief Information Officer 		(i)
(ii)		 169,600
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0 		8,750
...............................
0 		23,184
...............................
0 		201,534
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0
8Michael Antonello
  General Counsel 		(i)
(ii)		 168,446
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0 		403
...............................
0 		2,942
...............................
0 		1,377
...............................
0 		173,168
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0
9Sherrie Weldon
  Chief Marketing Officer 		(i)
(ii)		 168,753
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0 		391
...............................
0 		2,630
...............................
0 		19,765
...............................
0 		191,539
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0
10Diane Dicerbo
  Director of Academic Advising 		(i)
(ii)		 174,638
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0 		273
...............................
0 		5,876
...............................
0 		24,927
...............................
0 		205,714
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0
11Matthew Chaloux
  Director, Auxiliary Services 		(i)
(ii)		 148,282
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0 		13,698
...............................
0 		7,700
...............................
0 		25,242
...............................
0 		194,922
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0
12Ralph Norcio
  Associate Dean, Business School 		(i)
(ii)		 176,700
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0 		295
...............................
0 		6,316
...............................
0 		24,712
...............................
0 		208,023
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0
13Dr Jon Robertson
  Dean, Conservatory of Music 		(i)
(ii)		 129,463
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0 		6,923
...............................
0 		20,839
...............................
0 		157,225
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0
14DR DONALD ROSS
  President Emeritus 		(i)
(ii)		 125,920
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0 		9,981
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0 		19,691
...............................
0 		155,592
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0
15Margaret Ruddy
  General Counsel (former) 		(i)
(ii)		 0
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0 		207,000
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0 		207,000
...............................
0 		0
...............................
0
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Part III
Supplemental Information
Provide the information, explanation, or descriptions required for Part I, lines 1a, 1b, 3, 4a, 4b, 4c, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7, and 8, and for Part II.
Also complete this part for any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule J, Part I, Line 1a Discretionary spending account Kevin Ross has a discretionary spending account which is part of his employment contract and is included in his taxable compensation.
Schedule J, Part I, Line 1a Housing allowance or residence for personal use The President of Lynn University is required to occupy university-owned housing as a condition of employment. The annual fair rental value of the housing and utilities of $63,229 is Included in the President's compensation as a nontaxable benefit. The benefit is excluded from taxable compensation pursuant to IRC Section 119.
Schedule J, Part I, Line 1a Health or social club dues or initiation fees The University pays for country club memberships for the purpose of fundraising and development for Kevin Ross, President, and Greg Malfitano, SVP for Development and Administration. For Kevin Ross it was determined that 100% of such fees paid during the year were related to business use, and therefore excluded from taxable income. For Greg Malfitano it was determined that $2,801 was related to personal use, and therefore included in taxable income for the year.
Schedule J, Part I, Line 4a Severance or change-of-control payment In 2014, Margaret Ruddy received a single payment of $207,000, related to her separation from service in the prior year.
Schedule J, Part I, Line 4b Supplemental nonqualified retirement plan The University maintains two nonqualified supplemental deferred compensation plans for the President, Dr. Kevin M. Ross, to supplement the retirement benefit program maintained by the University, and to encourage the retention of the President's services for a substantial period of time. The plans are unfunded, and vest on July 1, 2016, or upon death or disability of the President, change in control of the University or early termination of the plan. No benefits were paid under the plans for the year. The change in actuarial value for Kevin Ross was $103,424. The University maintains a Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (SERP) to recognize the vital and substantial services rendered by the University's senior executives, and provide appropriate benefits in recognition of long, continuous service for the betterment of the University. The SERP constitutes an unfunded promise to pay, in the future, an annual benefit equal to a percentage of final average salary. Participants become 100% vested upon reaching retirement at the age of 65, assuming continuous service to the University. In the event of change in control of the University, or termination of the Plan, participants will receive a lump-sum distribution equal to the actuarially determined value of the plan benefit. No benefits were paid under the Executive Plan for the year. The change in actuarial value for each individual is as follows: Greg Malfitano $82,444 and Laurie Levine $51,444.
Schedule J, Part I, Line 7 Non-fixed payments The board of directors has the authority to approve a bonus for Kevin Ross. During the year, the board approved and paid his bonus in the amount of $68,358.
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Schedule K
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information on Tax Exempt Bonds
SchKMediumBullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 24a. Provide descriptions,
explanations, and any additional information in Part VI.
SchKMediumBullet Attach to Form 990.
SchKMediumBulletInformation about Schedule K (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2014
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
Lynn University Inc
 
Employer identification number
59-1023117
Part I
Bond Issues
(a) Issuer name (b) Issuer EIN (c) CUSIP # (d) Date issued (e) Issue price (f) Description of purpose (g) Defeased (h) On
behalf of
issuer 		(i) Pool
financing
Yes No Yes No Yes No
A Palm Beach County Educational Facilities Authority
  		52-1562288   06-19-2013 25,000,000 Refinance prior issues and fund construction projects   X   X   X
B Palm Beach County Educational Facilities Authority
  		52-1562288   05-23-2012 11,077,544 purchase energy conservation equipment   X   X   X
Part II
Proceeds
A B C D
1 Amount of bonds retired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,356,200 1,278,445    
2 Amount of bonds legally defeased . . . . . . . . . . . 0 0    
3 Total proceeds of issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25,000,000 11,096,806    
4 Gross proceeds in reserve funds . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 0    
5 Capitalized interest from proceeds . . . . . . . . . . . 0 0    
6 Proceeds in refunding escrows . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 0    
7 Issuance costs from proceeds . . . . . . . . . . . . 300,709 64,700    
8 Credit enhancement from proceeds . . . . . . . . . . . 0 0    
9 Working capital expenditures from proceeds . . . . . . . . . 0 0    
10 Capital expenditures from proceeds . . . . . . . . . . . 4,331,060 11,032,106    
11 Other spent proceeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20,368,231 0    
12 Other unspent proceeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 0    
13 Year of substantial completion . . . . . . . . . . . . 2013 2014
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
14 Were the bonds issued as part of a current refunding issue? . . . . . X     X        
15 Were the bonds issued as part of an advance refunding issue? . . . . .   X   X        
16 Has the final allocation of proceeds been made? . . . . . . . .   X   X        
17 Does the organization maintain adequate books and records to support the final allocation of proceeds? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . X   X          
Part III
Private Business Use
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
1 Was the organization a partner in a partnership, or a member of an LLC, which owned property financed by tax-exempt bonds? . . . . . . .   X   X        
2 Are there any lease arrangements that may result in private business use of bond-financed property? . . . . . . . . . X     X        
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Part III
Private Business Use (Continued)
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
3a Are there any management or service contracts that may result in private business use of bond-financed property? . . . . . . . . . . . .   X   X        
b If "Yes" to line 3a, does the organization routinely engage bond counsel or other outside counsel to review any management or service contracts relating to the financed property?                
c Are there any research agreements that may result in private business use of bond-financed property? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   X   X        
d If "Yes" to line 3c, does the organization routinely engage bond counsel or other outside counsel to review any research agreements relating to the financed property?                
4 Enter the percentage of financed property used in a private business use by entities other than a section 501(c)(3) organization or a state or local government . . SchKMediumBullet 0 % 0 %    
5 Enter the percentage of financed property used in a private business use as a result of unrelated trade or business activity carried on by your organization, another section 501(c)(3) organization, or a state or local government . . . . . . . SchKMediumBullet 0 % 0 %    
6 Total of lines 4 and 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 % 0 %    
7 Does the bond issue meet the private security or payment test? . . . . .   X   X        
8a Has there been a sale or disposition of any of the bond-financed property to a nongovernmental person other than a 501(c)(3) organization since the bonds were issued?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   X   X        
b If "Yes" to line 8a, enter the percentage of bond-financed property sold or disposed of.        
c If "Yes" to line 8a, was any remedial action taken pursuant to Regulations sections 1.141-12 and 1.145-2? . . . . . . . . . . . . .                
9 Has the organization established written procedures to ensure that all nonqualified bonds of the issue are remediated in accordance with the requirements under
Regulations sections 1.141-12 and 1.145-2? . . . . . . . 		  X   X        
Part IV
Arbitrage
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
1 Has the issuer filed Form 8038-T, Arbitrage Rebate, Yield Reduction and Penalty in Lieu of Arbitrage Rebate? . .   X   X        
2 If "No" to line 1, did the following apply? . . . .
a Rebate not due yet? . . . . . . . . X   X          
b Exception to rebate? . . . . . . . .                
c No rebate due? . . . . . . . .                
If "Yes" to line 2c, provide in Part VI the date the rebate
computation was performed . . . . . .
3 Is the bond issue a variable rate issue? . . . . X     X        
4a Has the organization or the governmental issuer entered into a qualified hedge with respect to the bond issue?   X   X        
b Name of provider . . . . . . . . .  
  		 
  		 
  		 
 
c Term of hedge . . . . . . . . . . 0.0 0.0    
d Was the hedge superintegrated? . . . .                
e Was the hedge terminated? . . . . . .                
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Part IV
Arbitrage (Continued)
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
5a Were gross proceeds invested in a guaranteed investment contract (GIC)? . . . . . . . . .   X   X        
b Name of provider . . . . . . . . .  
  		 
  		 
  		 
 
c Term of GIC . . . . . . . . . .        
d Was the regulatory safe harbor for establishing the fair market value of the GIC satisfied? . . . . .                
6 Were any gross proceeds invested beyond an available temporary period? . . . . . . . .   X   X        
7 Has the organization established written procedures to monitor the requirements of section 148? . . .   X   X        
Part V
Procedures To Undertake Corrective Action
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
Has the organization established written procedures to ensure that violations of federal tax requirements are timely identified and corrected through the voluntary closing agreement program if self-remediation is not available under applicable regulations?   X   X        
Part VI
Supplemental Information. Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule K (see instructions).
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule K, Part IV, Line 7 Written Procedures The organization is in the process of adopting written procedures to monitor the organization's ability to remain in compliance with the arbitrage requirements under Section 148 of the Internal Revenue Code. The organization strives to stay abreast of federal regulations and considers the repercussions of all significant activities which could foreseeably have an impact on the organization's tax exempt bonds and the associated federal tax regulations.
Schedule K, Part III, Line 9 Written Procedures The organization is in the process of adopting written procedures to ensure all nonqualified bonds (if any) of the issue are remediated in accordance with the associated regulations. The organization strives to stay abreast of federal regulations and considers the repercussions of all significant activities which could foreseeably have an impact on the organization's tax exempt bonds and the associated federal tax regulations.
Schedule K, Part II, Line 3 Proceeds of issue The total proceeds of issue reported in Schedule K, Part II, Line 3 for the 2012 bond issue includes $19,262 of interest earnings.
Schedule K, Part V Written Procedures The organization is in the process of adopting written procedures which dictate how management timely identifies and corrects violations of federal tax requirements using the voluntary closing agreement program provided by the IRS when self-remediation is not available to the organization. The organization strives to stay abreast of federal regulations and considers the repercussions of all significant activities which could foreseeably have an impact on the organization's tax exempt bonds and the associated federal tax regulations. In the event a violation is identified the organization's policy is to correct the violation as soon as possible, while working with the federal authorities as necessary to ensure that sufficient controls are present which will guard against future violations.
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Schedule L
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Transactions with Interested Persons
MediumBullet Complete if the organization answered
"Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 25a, 25b, 26, 27, 28a, 28b, or 28c,
or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 38a or 40b.
MediumBullet Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
MediumBulletInformation about Schedule L (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
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Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Lynn University Inc
 
Employer identification number

59-1023117
Part I
Excess Benefit Transactions (section 501(c)(3), section 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations only).
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 25a or 25b, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 40b.
1(a) Name of disqualified person (b) Relationship between disqualified person and organization (c) Description of transaction (d) Corrected?
Yes No





2
Enter the amount of tax incurred by organization managers or disqualified persons during the year under section 4958. ........................... Bullet Image$
 
3
Enter the amount of tax, if any, on line 2, above, reimbursed by the organization ....... Bullet Image$
 

Part II
Loans to and/or From Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 38a, or Form 990, Part IV, line 26; or if the organization reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 5, 6, or 22
(a) Name of interested person (b) Relationship with organization (c) Purpose of loan (d) Loan to or from the organization? (e)Original principal amount (f)Balance due (g) In default? (h) Approved by board or committee? (i)Written agreement?
To From Yes No Yes No Yes No
Total ......Small Bullet $  
Part III
Grants or Assistance Benefiting Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 27.
(a) Name of interested person (b) Relationship between interested person and the organization (c) Amount of assistance (d) Type of assistance (e) Purpose of assistance
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 50056A
Schedule L (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014
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Part IV
Business Transactions Involving Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 28a, 28b, or 28c.
(a) Name of interested person (b) Relationship between interested person and the organization (c) Amount of transaction (d) Description of transaction (e) Sharing of organization's revenues?
Yes No
(1) ALFREDO BONIFORTI
  		DIRECTOR OF PURCHASING - FATHER OF CHRISTIAN BONIFORTI 132,815 COMPENSATION   No
(2) ASHLEIGH FOWLES
  		ASST. DIR. MAJOR GIFTS - SISTER OF GARETH FOWLES 50,000 COMPENSATION   No
Part V
Supplemental Information
Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule L (see instructions).
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SCHEDULE M
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Noncash Contributions
Right pointing arrow large imageComplete if the organizations answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 29 or 30.
Right pointing arrow large image Attach to Form 990.
Right pointing arrow large imageInformation about Schedule M (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
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Name of the organization
Lynn University Inc
 
Employer identification number

59-1023117
Part I
Types of Property
(a)
Check if applicable 		(b)
Number of contributions or items contributed 		(c)
Noncash contribution amounts reported on
Form 990, Part VIII, line 1g 		(d)
Method of determining
noncash contribution amounts
1 Art—Works of art .... X 1 14,250 Opinions of experts
2 Art—Historical treasures .        
3 Art—Fractional interests ..        
4 Books and publications .. X 6,475 Opinions of experts
5 Clothing and household
goods ....... 		     
6 Cars and other vehicles ..        
7 Boats and planes ....        
8 Intellectual property ...        
9 Securities—Publicly traded . X 4 55,457 Market value
10 Securities—Closely held stock .        
11 Securities—Partnership, LLC,
or trust interests .... 		       
12 Securities—Miscellaneous ..        
13 Qualified conservation
contribution—Historic
structures ..... 		       
14 Qualified conservation
contribution—Other ... 		       
15 Real estate—Residential .        
16 Real estate—Commercial ..        
17 Real estate—Other ...        
18 Collectibles .....        
19 Food inventory ...        
20 Drugs and medical supplies .        
21 Taxidermy ......        
22 Historical artifacts ....        
23 Scientific specimens ..        
24 Archeological artifacts ...        
25 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( Equipment ) X 4 19,060 Opinions of experts
26 Other Right pointing arrow large image( )
27 Other Right pointing arrow large image( )
28 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( )
29
Number of Forms 8283 received by the organization during the tax year for contributions
for which the organization completed Form 8283, Part IV, Donee Acknowledgement ...
29
0
Yes
No
30a
During the year, did the organization receive by contribution any property reported in Part I, lines 1 through 28, that
it must hold for at least three years from the date of the initial contribution, and which is not required to be used
for exempt purposes for the entire holding period? ..................
30a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe the arrangement in Part II.
31
Does the organization have a gift acceptance policy that requires the review of any non-standard contributions?
31
Yes
 
32a
Does the organization hire or use third parties or related organizations to solicit, process, or sell noncash
contributions? ..........................
32a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe in Part II.
33
If the organization did not report an amount in column (c) for a type of property for which column (a) is checked,
describe in Part II.
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 51227J
Schedule M (Form 990) (2014)
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Part II
Supplemental Information. Provide the information required by Part I, lines 30b,
32b, and 33, and whether the organization is reporting in Part I, column (b), the number of contributions, the number of items received, or a combination of both. Also complete this part for any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule M, Part I Explanations of reporting method for number of contributions Art - Works of art: Number of contributions Other: Number of contributions Books and publications: Number of contributions Securities - Publicly traded: Number of contributions
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SCHEDULE O
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Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ

Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or 990-EZ or to provide any additional information.
MediumBullet Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
MediumBullet Information about Schedule O (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at
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Name of the organization
Lynn University Inc
 
Employer identification number

59-1023117
Return Reference Explanation
Form 990, Part III, Line 1 ORGANIZATION'S MISSION (CONTINUED FROM PART III) AND WHOSE PRIMARY PURPOSES ARE EDUCATION; THE PRESERVATION, DISCOVERY, DISSEMINATION AND CREATIVE APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE; AND THE PREPARATION OF ITS GRADUATES WITH THE ACADEMIC FOUNDATION FOR LIFELONG LEARNING. SERVICE, SCHOLARLY ACTIVITY INCLUDING RESEARCH, AND ONGOING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ALLOW THE FACULTY, IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE ENTIRE UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY, TO FULFILL ITS PURPOSES: FACILITATING LEARNING AND FOSTERING THE INTELLECTUAL LIFE OF THE UNIVERSITY. LYNN STRESSES INDIVIDUALIZED LEARNING, INNOVATIVE APPROACHES AND AN INTERNATIONAL FOCUS AMONG ITS STUDENTS AND FACULTY. THE UNIVERSITY OFFERS BACCALAUREATE, MASTER'S, AND DOCTORAL DEGREES AS WELL AS CERTIFICATE AND NON-CREDIT CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS. BREADTH, DEPTH, AND APPLICATION OF LEARNING ARE THE BASES FOR COMPETENCIES IN ALL PROGRAMS. GRADUATE CURRICULA PROMOTE ADVANCED OR EXPERT KNOWLEDGE AND SCHOLARSHIP. PROGRAMS ARE DELIVERED THROUGH A VARIETY OF VENUES, INCLUDING A TRADITIONAL RESIDENTIAL CAMPUS SETTING AND DISTANCE EDUCATION.
Form 990, Part III, Line 4a PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS (CONTINUED FROM PART III) THE UNIVERSITY IS COMMITTED TO STUDENT-CENTERED LEARNING, WHERE FACULTY AND STAFF PROVIDE PERSONALIZED ATTENTION TO STUDENTS WHO HAVE VARYING LEVELS OF ACADEMIC PROFICIENCY AND ARE MOTIVATED TO EXCEL. A FULL RANGE OF ACADEMIC AND SUPPORT PROGRAMS ARE COORDINATED TO SERVE THE INCREASINGLY DIVERSE NEEDS OF UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENTS. ADDITIONAL AND SPECIALIZED ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES ARE OFFERED TO PROVIDE ACADEMIC ASSISTANCE TO HELP STUDENTS REMAIN IN COLLEGE AND GRADUATE. THESE SERVICES ARE OFFERED TO STUDENTS IN A VARIETY OF FORMS WITH A VARYING FEE SCHEDULE. AN ACADEMIC RESOURCE NAMED THE INSTITUTE FOR ACHIEVEMENT AND LEARNING IS AVAILABLE TO ALL STUDENTS, INCLUDING THOSE WITH DIAGNOSED LEARNING DIFFERENCES. MATH, COMPUTER AND OTHER SUBJECT-AREA TUTORS ASSIST STUDENTS. THE UNIVERSITY, SMALL BY DESIGN, PROVIDES AN ENVIRONMENT WITHIN AND OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM IN WHICH A COMMUNITY OF LEARNERS CAN PURSUE ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND DEVELOP THEIR SKILLS AS RESPONSIBLE GLOBAL CITIZENS. FACULTY, STAFF AND STUDENTS CONTRIBUTE TO AN ATMOSPHERE THAT NURTURES CREATIVITY, FOSTERS ACHIEVEMENT, VALUES DIVERSITY AND ENCOURAGES VOLUNTARISM. EACH JAN. 12, ALL FACULTY, STAFF AND STUDENTS PERFORM COMMUNITY SERVICE DURING "KNIGHTS UNITE DAY OF CARING," A PROGRAM WHICH HONORS THE FOUR STUDENTS AND TWO PROFESSORS WHO DIED IN THE HAITI EARTHQUAKE IN 2010 WHILE PERFORMING COMMUNITY SERVICE. LYNN'S ACADEMIC CURRICULA AND PROGRAMS ARE STRUCTURED TO PROVIDE A BALANCE BETWEEN THE THEORETICAL AND THE PRACTICAL, ALONG WITH OPPORTUNITIES TO BECOME INVOLVED IN COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATIONS AND INDUSTRIES. EDUCATION AND SERVICE ARE FULLY INTEGRATED TO MEET THE CHANGING NEEDS OF THE LOCAL AND GLOBAL COMMUNITY. THIS INTEGRATIVE DESIGN PREPARES OUR GRADUATES TO MEET THE DYNAMIC NEEDS OF THE EMERGING GLOBAL SOCIETY. A RIGOROUS, NEW CORE CURRICULUM-THE DIALOGUES OF LEARNING-WAS LAUNCHED IN FALL 2008. CORE COURSES ARE REQUIRED THROUGH ALL FOUR YEARS IN THE BACHELOR'S DEGREE PROGRAM. IN EACH CORE CLASS, FACULTY MEMBERS MEASURE STUDENT OUTCOMES IN COMPETENCY AREAS INCLUDING WRITING, QUANTITATIVE REASONING, AND SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNOLOGICAL LITERACY. PRESENTED IN SEMINAR RATHER THAN LECTURE FORMAT, THE CORE COURSES ARE ORGANIZED AROUND LIFE'S BIG QUESTIONS: DIALOGUES OF SELF AND SOCIETY, DIALOGUES OF BELIEF AND REASON, DIALOGUES OF JUSTICE AND CIVIC LIFE. EACH JANUARY, ALL STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND A J-TERM COURSE. THOSE ARE FOCUSED ON INNOVATION AND OFFER INTENSE THREE-WEEK EXPERIENCES THAT INCLUDE TRAVEL, CIVIC ACTIVISM, AND OTHER CREATIVE APPROACHES TO LEARNING. ALL FRESHMEN ARE REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE CITIZENSHIP PROJECT DURING THE J-TERM. IN FALL 2013, LYNN LAUNCHED ONE OF THE MOST EXTENSIVE TABLET-BASED LEARNING EFFORTS IN THE COUNTRY. THE AWARD-WINNING INITIATIVE USED APPLE TECHNOLOGY TO DELIVER THE DIALOGUES OF LEARNING CORE CURRICULUM TO ALL INCOMING FRESHMEN WHILE ALSO SAVING THEM UP TO 50 PERCENT ON THE TYPICAL COST OF THEIR CORE CURRICULUM TEXTBOOKS. EARLY RESULTS AND FEEDBACK FROM THE IPAD INITIATIVE HAVE BEEN SO POSITIVE THAT THE PROGRAM WILL ENTER PHASE II AND ACCELERATE THE INITIATIVE. IN FALL 2014, LYNN DISTRIBUTED IPADS TO ALL DAYTIME UPPER CLASSMEN AND MBA STUDENTS. THE UNIVERSITY WILL EXPAND THE INITIATIVE TO INCLUDE ALL STUDENTS IN FALL 2015.
Form 990, Part III, Line 4b PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS (CONTINUED FROM PART III) SOCIAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDE GAME SHOWS, DANCES, COMEDIANS, LIVE MUSIC, INTERNATIONAL FESTIVALS, FILMS, POOL PARTIES, SPORTS DAYS, INTRAMURAL SPORTS, AWARD DINNERS AND NOVELTY ENTERTAINMENT. INDIVIDUAL INTERESTS RANGING FROM THE FINE ARTS TO PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL, BASEBALL, BASKETBALL AND HOCKEY TO GOURMET DINING CAN BE FOUND IN SOUTH FLORIDA. LYNN UNIVERSITY HOLDS MEMBERSHIP IN THE NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION(NCAA), DIVISION II, AND THE SUNSHINE STATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE. INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC PROGRAMS ARE OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH NCAA AND INSTITUTIONAL ELIGIBILITY STANDARDS. INTERCOLLEGIATE TEAMS INCLUDE MEN'S AND WOMEN'S SOCCER, MEN'S AND WOMEN'S BASKETBALL, MEN'S AND WOMEN'S GOLF, MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TENNIS, BASEBALL, SOFTBALL, WOMEN'S CROSS COUNTRY, MEN'S LACROSSE, WOMEN'S SWIMMING AND VOLLEYBALL. ALL STUDENT-ATHLETES ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND SEMINARS ON SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND NCAA STANDARDS THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOL YEAR. IN 2014-15, 71 PERCENT OF THE STUDENT-ATHLETES EARNED A 3.00 GPA OR HIGHER; 46 PERCENT OF STUDENT-ATHLETES EARNED A 3.50 GPA OR HIGHER AND 10 PERCENT EARNED A PERFECT 4.00 GPA. IN ADDITION TO INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS, STUDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE IN A WIDE RANGE OF INTRAMURAL PROGRAMS, INCLUDING BASKETBALL, FLAG FOOTBALL, SOFTBALL, TENNIS AND VOLLEYBALL. AT LEAST ONE REGISTERED NURSE OR PHYSICIAN'S ASSISTANT IS ON DUTY DURING DAYTIME HOURS IN THE HEALTH CENTER, AND WORKS IN CONJUNCTION WITH COMMUNITY MEDICAL SERVICES TO PROVIDE AMPLE HEALTH CARE. THE HEALTH CENTER PROVIDES TREATMENT FOR MINOR AILMENTS. WHEN FURTHER CARE IS NEEDED, REFERRALS ARE MADE TO LOCAL PHYSICIANS AND HEALTH CARE AGENCIES. ANOTHER HEALTH CENTER STAFF MEMBER ORGANIZES WELLNESS ACTIVITIES INCLUDING YOGA AND EXERCISE CLASSES AS WELL AS STUDENTS' STRENGTH TRAINING IN LYNN'S GYM. COUNSELING IS PROVIDED ON A PRIVATE OR GROUP BASIS, AND RECORDS ARE MAINTAINED IN STRICT CONFIDENCE BY THE DIRECTOR OF COUNSELING. STUDENTS ALSO ARE URGED TO CONSULT THEIR INDIVIDUAL INSTRUCTORS, RESIDENT ASSISTANTS, AND APPROPRIATE MEMBERS OF THE UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY, ALL OF WHOM ARE PROFESSIONALLY FOCUSED ON ASSISTING STUDENTS. IN ADDITION, ALCOHOL AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE LITERATURE AND REFERRAL SERVICES ARE CONTINUALLY AVAILABLE THROUGH THE COUNSELING CENTER. MULTICULTURAL AND WOMEN'S CENTERS PROVIDE PROGRAMMING AND COUNSELING SERVICES AS WELL. THE CENTER FOR CAREER CONNECTIONS PROVIDES A VARIETY OF SERVICES TO ASSIST STUDENTS IN EVALUATING, CHOOSING AND PLANNING A CAREER. PROFESSIONAL STAFF AND CAREER COUNSELORS ARE AVAILABLE TO HELP STUDENTS SET THEIR CAREER GOALS, INVESTIGATE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND INTERVIEW WITH COMPANIES FOR WHICH THEY WOULD LIKE TO WORK OR INTERN. A LIBRARY IN THE CENTER PROVIDES INFORMATION ABOUT A BROAD CROSS-SECTION OF EMPLOYERS, CAREERS, INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES, SALARY SURVEYS, CORPORATE TRAINING PROGRAMS, CAREER AND ONLINE JOB OPPORTUNITIES. THE OFFICE OF SPIRITUAL AND RELIGIOUS LIFE AT LYNN UNIVERSITY IS CONCERNED WITH THE PERSONAL GROWTH OF ALL STUDENTS. THE UNIVERSITY SEEKS TO HELP ITS STUDENTS UNDERSTAND HOW SPIRITUALITY IS EXPERIENCED BY PEOPLE AND ENCOURAGES THEM TO SEEK A FITTING RESPONSE TO ITS PRESENCE IN THEIR LIVES. A LOVING CONCERN IS SHARED FOR STUDENTS OF ALL FAITHS, RESPECTING THEIR FREEDOM TO MAINTAIN AND EXPRESS THEIR OWN SPIRITUAL CONVICTIONS, AND FACILITATING ACCESS TO THEIR OWN SPIRITUAL LEADERS FOR WORSHIP, STUDY AND COUNSEL.
CoreFormPartIII_PartIIILine4d Description of other program services (Expenses $ 1,724,514 including grants of $)(Revenue $ 2,285,629) CLASSICAL MUSIC IS PROVIDED TO THE UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY AS WELL AS THE GENERAL PUBLIC BY STUDENTS AND FACULTY IN THE LYNN UNIVERSITY CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC. ADDITIONALLY, PROFESSIONAL ACTORS AND MUSICIANS PERFORM ON CAMPUS IN THE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER. MANY OPPORTUNITIES ARE PROVIDED IN THE REALM OF "IDEAS," THROUGH LECTURES AND COMMUNITY DISCOURSE. DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS BETWEEN ACADEMIC YEARS FOR TRADITIONAL COLLEGE STUDENTS, A PORTION OF THE UNIVERSITY'S EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES ARE USED TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTION TO A COMBINED ENROLLMENT OF APPROXIMATELY 1,500 CHILDREN ATTENDING THREE THREE-WEEK SUMMER CAMP SESSIONS AND TO GROUPS OF ADULTS ENROLLED IN SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 1a Delegate broad authority to a committee The executive committee shall have a minimum of three members, all of whom shall be members of the board. Between meetings of the board, the executive committee shall have general supervision of the administration and property of the corporation except that, unless specifically empowered by the board to do so, it may not take any action inconsistent with a prior act of the board of trustees, award degrees, alter these by-laws, locate permanent buildings on tax-exempt property held for the corporation's purposes, remove or appoint the president of the corporation, or take any action which has been reserved for the board.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 2 Family/business relationships amongst interested persons CHRISTINE LYNN AND JAN CARLSSON - Business relationship, DR. DONALD ROSS AND KEVIN ROSS - Family relationship
Form 990, Part VI, Line 11b Review of form 990 by governing body A draft of Form 990 was reviewed by Crowe Horwath based on audited financial statements and other information provided by University management. Following a review by the CFO and Director of Accounting, minor revisions were incorporated into a revised draft, which was posted to the Board portal prior to a general meeting of the Board of Trustees. The Form 990 was presented to the full board meeting on March 17, 2016 providing the trustees an opportunity to review and discuss prior to filing with IRS.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 12c Conflict of interest policy Each year, all officers, directors, trustees and key employees are required to sign a disclosure letter detailing any relationships or business transactions where a potential conflict might exist. These disclosures are reviewed by the CFO, and the Chief of Staff/Board Liaison. In the event of a conflict of Interest, or the appearance of any such conflict, it is incumbent upon the relevant Board member(s) or director(s) to notify the Board of the conflict and recuse themselves from participation in the discussion and vote regarding any related issues or transactions.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 15a Process to establish compensation of top management official The President's compensation and benefit package is reviewed annually by the executive committee of the Board of Trustees. This committee evaluates performance against pre-determined goals. In addition, the Board utilizes an outside compensation expert to provide Independent information about Industry practices and benchmarking among comparable organizations, in determining an appropriate percent Increase. The firm also provides insight regarding other benefits and non-cash compensation. The University retained an outside expert to do a compensation study of all employees, including officers of the organization. This comprehensive study was performed seven years ago, and we receive ongoing guidance regarding annual increases. As new positions are created, or market conditions warrant, this expert is consulted on a case-by-case basis. The University provides benefits according to written standard policies. If any benefit is provided outside of these policies, Board approval is required.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 15b Process to establish compensation of other employees The President conducts annual performance reviews of all officers, based on pre-determined goals. He then makes recommendations regarding compensation to the Chair of the Board for approval. The University retained an outside expert to do a compensation study of all employees, including officers of the organization. This comprehensive study was performed seven years ago, and we receive ongoing guidance regarding annual increases. As new positions are created, or market conditions warrant, this expert is consulted on a case-by-case basis. The University provides benefits according to written standard policies. If any benefit is provided outside of these policies, Board approval is required.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 19 Required documents available to the public Financial statements and governing documents are not required disclosures pursuant to internal revenue code (IRC) section 6104. Therefore, these documents are not available to the public at this time. The Conflict of Interest policy is provided upon request.
Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 Other changes in net assets or fund balances Loss on Financial Derivatives - -126896; Pension-Related Changes Other than Net Periodic Pension Costs - 85939; Change in Value of Split Interest Agreement - -9474;
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SCHEDULE R
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships
MediumBulletComplete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33, 34, 35b, 36, or 37.
MediumBulletAttach to Form 990.
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OMB No. 1545-0047
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Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Lynn University Inc
 
Employer identification number

59-1023117
Part I
Identification of Disregarded Entities Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN (if applicable) of disregarded entity


(b)
Primary activity


 		(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

 		(d)
Total income


 		(e)
End-of-year assets


 		(f)
Direct controlling
entity










Part II
Identification of Related Tax-Exempt Organizations Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related tax-exempt organizations during the tax year.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of related organization


(b)
Primary activity


 		(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

 		(d)
Exempt Code section


 		(e)
Public charity status
(if section 501(c)(3))

 		(f)
Direct controlling
entity

 		(g)
Section 512(b)(13) controlled entity?
Yes No












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Part III
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Partnership Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a partnership during the tax year.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization



 		(b)
Primary activity




 		(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or foreign
country)


 		(d)
Direct controlling
entity



 		(e)
Predominant income(related, unrelated, excluded from tax under sections 512-514)

(f)
Share of total income




 		(g)
Share of end-of-year
assets



 		(h)
Disproprtionate allocations?




 		(i)
Code V-UBI
amount in box 20 of
Schedule K-1
(Form 1065)
 		(j)
General or
managing
partner?



 		(k)
Percentage
ownership
Yes No Yes No












Part IV
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Corporation or Trust Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a corporation or trust during the tax year.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization
 		(b)
Primary activity
 		(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or foreign
country)
 		(d)
Direct controlling
entity
 		(e)
Type of entity
(C corp, S corp,
or trust) 		(f)
Share of total income
 		(g)
Share of end-of-year
assets
 		(h)
Percentage
ownership
 		(i)
Section 512(b)(13) controlled entity?
Yes No
(1) SPLIT-INTEREST TRUST

 
 
TRUST FL LYNN UNIVERSITY
  		Trust          












Schedule R (Form 990) 2014
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Part V
Transactions With Related Organizations Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34, 35b, or 36.
Note. Complete line 1 if any entity is listed in Parts II, III, or IV of this schedule.
Yes
No
1 During the tax year, did the orgranization engage in any of the following transactions with one or more related organizations listed in Parts II-IV?
a Receipt of (i) interest, (ii) annuities, (iii) royalties, or (iv) rent from a controlled entity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1a
 
No
b Gift, grant, or capital contribution to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1b
 
No
c Gift, grant, or capital contribution from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1c
 
No
d Loans or loan guarantees to or for related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1d
 
No
e Loans or loan guarantees by related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1e
 
No
f Dividends from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1f
 
No
g Sale of assets to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1g
 
No
h Purchase of assets from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1h
 
No
i Exchange of assets with related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1i
 
No
j Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1j
 
No
k Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1k
 
No
l Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations for related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1l
 
No
m Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations by related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1m
 
No
n Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, or other assets with related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1n
 
No
o Sharing of paid employees with related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1o
 
No
p Reimbursement paid to related organization(s) for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1p
 
No
q Reimbursement paid by related organization(s) for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1q
 
No
r Other transfer of cash or property to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1r
 
No
s Other transfer of cash or property from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1s
 
No
2
If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," see the instructions for information on who must complete this line, including covered relationships and transaction thresholds.
(a)
Name of related organization 		(b)
Transaction
type (a-s) 		(c)
Amount involved 		(d)
Method of determining amount involved





Schedule R (Form 990) 2014
Schedule R (Form 990) 2014
Page 4
Part VI
Unrelated Organizations Taxable as a Partnership Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 37.
Provide the following information for each entity taxed as a partnership through which the organization conducted more than five percent of its activities (measured by total assets or gross revenue) that was not a related organization. See instructions regarding exclusion for certain investment partnerships.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of entity 		(b)
Primary activity 		(c)
Legal domicile
(state or foreign
country) 		(d)
Predominant income (related, unrelated, excluded from tax under sections 512-514)

(e)
Are all partners
section
501(c)(3)
organizations? 		(f)
Share of total income




 		(g)
Share of
end-of-year
assets 		(h)
Disproprtionate allocations? 		(i)
Code V-UBI
amount in box 20
of Schedule K-1
(Form 1065) 		(j)
General or
managing
partner? 		(k)
Percentage
ownership
Yes No Yes No Yes No






























Schedule R (Form 990) 2014
Schedule R (Form 990) 2014
Page 5
Part VII
Supplemental Information
Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule R (see instructions).
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule R (Form 990) 2014
Additional Data


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