Overview
Student Population
29,772| Location | Boca Raton, Florida |
| Online | fau.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | 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 17,120 prospective students applied, and 10,156 were granted admission. Of those admitted 3,163 enrolled in the school. 18,562 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 11,210 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $2,522 plus fees of $2,309. FAU is ranked 510 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Average| SAT | 1080/1240 |
| ACT | 21/25 |
| GPA | 3.46 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | May 1, 2020 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
Annual Cost to Attend
Florida Resident Tuition
$2,522| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,208 |
| Other Fees | $2,309 |
| Room and Board | $11,896 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $6,300 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,235 |
Out of State Tuition
$14,374| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,208 |
| Other Fees | $2,309 |
| Room and Board | $11,896 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $6,300 |
| Total One Year Cost | $36,087 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$46,200 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
43% within 6 yearsPopular 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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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=133669 IPEDS survey data for Florida Atlantic University.
