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Chances of getting into Florida Atlantic University
Florida Atlantic University
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
59.3%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Average | |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
How hard is it to get into FAU and can I get accepted? The school has a 59% acceptance rate ranking it #21 in Florida for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 10,156 out of 17,120 applicants were admitted making FAU a more competitive school to get into with a good chance of acceptance for qualifying applicants. Academically, it has average requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 44 percent. Florida Atlantic University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students. Only 31% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top half of their high school class.
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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
1080-1240Applicants Submitting SAT
74%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 550 |
| SAT Math 25th | 530 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1080 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 630 |
| SAT Math 75th | 610 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1240 |
| Average SAT Score | 1160 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Florida Atlantic University?
Florida Atlantic University typically requires applicants to be in the top 45 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1080 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 1000. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1160 out of 1600. The school ranks #16 in Florida for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 74 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school. Note: SAT scores presented on this page have been adjusted upwards per the College Board's concordance tables for test takers after March 2016.
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Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1240 and Above | Good | >71% |
| 1160 to 1240 | Avg + | 59%-71% |
| 1080 to 1160 | Avg - | 46%-59% |
| 1000 to 1080 | Reach | 33%-46% |
| Less than 1000 | Low | <33% |
FAU ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
21-25Applicants Submitting ACT
27%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 21 |
| ACT Math 25th | 19 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 21 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 26 |
| ACT Math 75th | 25 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 25 |
| Average ACT Score | 23 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into FAU?
Admission data indicates that FAU regularly accepts students with ACT's of 21 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 43 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 19 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 23 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 25 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #18 in Florida for highest average ACT composite score. 27 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Florida Atlantic University.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 25 and Above | Good | >71% |
| 23 to 25 | Avg + | 59%-71% |
| 21 to 23 | Avg - | 46%-59% |
| 19 to 21 | Reach | 33%-46% |
| Less than 19 | Low | <33% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.46Typical High School Grades
B+You will need above average high school grades to get into Florida Atlantic University. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Florida Atlantic University was 3.46 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #17 in Florida for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as FAU accepts 59% of students who apply.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 26% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 20% | Avg + |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 17% | Avg + |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 25% | Avg - |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 11% | Reach |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | N/A% | Reach |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Reach |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Reach |
High School Class Rank
77% of Florida Atlantic University freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 11% |
| Top 25% of class | 37% |
| Top 50% of class | 77% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 23% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 4% |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 10,128 | 6,992 | 17,120 |
| Accepted | 6,103 | 4,053 | 10,156 |
| Acceptance Rate | 60% | 58% | 59% |
| Enrolled | 1,818 | 1,345 | 3,163 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 30% | 33% | 31% |
Fall 2020 Application Deadline
Applications are Due
May 1, 2020Days left to Apply
30Applicants have 30 days left until the Fall 2020 term applications are due on May 1, 2020.
Seniors, these are the SAT and ACT test dates you can still sit for a test and send your results to FAU before the May 1 application deadline.
| ACT Test Date | Scores Available |
|---|---|
| Apr 4 | Apr 14 |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Florida Atlantic University and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Florida Atlantic University prefer SAT or ACT?
74% of students submit their SAT scores to FAU. 27% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Florida Atlantic University?
59% of those who apply are granted admission to FAU. Admission competition is low and the college has average admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Florida Atlantic University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1080 and 1240. 74% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Florida Atlantic University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 21 and 25. 27% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.