Boca Raton, FL

Florida Atlantic University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Florida Atlantic University is a four-year, public school located in Boca Raton, FL.
It is a R2 university with high research activities.
Florida Atlantic University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

66% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 31,511 applied, 20,838 accepted, and 4,232 enrolled in FAU.
1,571 men and 2,661 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,120 SAT, 23 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,120 and ACT score is 23. The SAT score of 1120 is average, 59 to 67 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total104011201200
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing530570610
Math510550590
ACT Score
Composite212326
Math172124
English202225
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $4,879 for Florida residents and $17,324 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $6,693 for Florida residents and $18,482 for others.
Tuition has not increased and remains the same as last year at Florida Atlantic University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

15,762 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $9,289.
For freshmen, 2,814 students (92%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $10,786.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 31,607 students enrolled FAU in 2025.
By gender, 13,580 men and 18,027 women students are enrolled.
There are 24,876 undergraduate and 6,731 graduate students.
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227 Major Programs

  • 16 programs through online
  • 90 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of FAU is 63% and the transfer-out rate is 24%.
The retention rate is 84% for full-time and 84% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
63%
Transfer-out Rate
24%
Retention Rate
84%
Students to Faculty Ratio
24 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 1,239 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for FAU and the average faculty salary is $96,727. The studetns to faculty ratio is 24 to 1.
There are 3,530 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $76,965.
Number of Faculties
1,239
Average Faculty Salary
$96,727
Number of Staffs
3,530
Average Staff Salary
$76,965

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries
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Athletics

Florida Atlantic University is a member of Conference USA (C-USA).
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