Florida Atlantic University
Overview
Student Population
30,208
Best Colleges National Rank
#477
| Size | Large |
| Profit Status | Non-profit |
| On campus housing | Yes |
| Degrees Offered | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Boca Raton, Florida, Florida Atlantic University is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 15,176 prospective students applied, and 9,107 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,791 enrolled in the school. 18,527 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 11,681 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $2,522 plus fees of $2,309. FAU is ranked 477 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Admission Standards
Average
| SAT | ACT | GPA |
|---|---|---|
| SAT | 1130/1290 | |
| ACT | 21/26 | |
| GPA | 3.46 |
Applications Accepted
60%
| Applications Due | May 1, 2019 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
Annual Cost to Attend
Florida Resident Tuition
$2,522
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,208 |
| Other Fees | $2,309 |
| Room and Board | $11,906 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,414 |
| Total One Year Cost | $23,359 |
Out of State Tuition
$14,374
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,208 |
| Other Fees | $2,309 |
| Room and Board | $11,906 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,414 |
| Total One Year Cost | $35,211 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$46,200 per year
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
43% within 6 years
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 27% |
| Education | 9% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 9% |
| Social Sciences | 8% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 6% |
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