Florida Atlantic University
About Florida Atlantic University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Florida Atlantic University is a public research university in Boca Raton, Florida. It offers more than 170 programs in business, engineering, nursing, and the sciences. FAU has multiple campuses across southeast Florida.
Founded
1961
Location
Boca Raton, Florida
Students
30,488
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
66.1%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
62.6%
Near national average
In-State Tuition
$4,879
Out-of-state: $17,324
Avg Net Price
$8,752
After financial aid
SAT Average
1127
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$56,746
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
66.1 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Required
Application Fee
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 66.1% acceptance rate, Florida Atlantic University admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
1127/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
62.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
84.5%
4-Year Grad
37%
6-Year Grad
55%
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
75.3%
$/Student
$9.4K
Class Size
Large
The 37% graduation rate is below average, but 84.5% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,879
In-State
$17,324
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,860
Books & Supplies
$1,320
Total Cost of Attendance
$21,522
After Financial Aid
$8,752
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,022
Receive Grants
33.9%
Take Loans
26.3%
The full cost of attendance is about $21,522/yr for in-state students, including $15,860 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $8,752. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $17,324.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Florida Atlantic University fund their education.
While in School
33.9%
Get Grants
Free money
26.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$28,064
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$17,236
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$183/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 26.3% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $17,236. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Florida Atlantic University.
Gender
57.3%
Female
43%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
23,757
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
6,731
Graduates
38.8%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
14.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 38.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
23,757
Students
public
Institution
Large
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Florida Atlantic University fields 12 varsity teams with 487 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FBS
Conference
American
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
487
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
52% / 48%
255
Men
232
Women
8
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Florida Atlantic Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$56,746
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Biology, General
$28K
389 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$78K
347 grads
1yr Earnings
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
$35K
330 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$31K
315 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$47K
311 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$36K
292 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $46K six years out, growing to $57K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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