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Chances of getting into Florida Atlantic University

Acceptance Rate

Admitted 
78%
Admission Difficulty for Florida Atlantic University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Moderate 
Applicant Competition Very Low 
How hard is it to get into FAU and can I get accepted?

The acceptance rate at FAU is 78%.  It ranks #34 in Florida for lowest rate of acceptance. Florida Atlantic University is an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission requirements. Last year, 19,617 out of 25,148 applicants were admitted.

The school has moderate admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 53 percent (SAT 1020/1200 ACT 20/26). Florida Atlantic University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.74. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 20% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

The FAU application fee is $30 and applications are due by Apr 1.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Florida Atlantic University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.74 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1110 on the SAT
  • Score 23 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class
  • Submit letters of recommendation from your teachers

Testing Requirements

You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. Florida Atlantic University is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.

FAU SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 
1020-1200
Applicants Submitting SAT 
77%
SAT Scores for Florida Atlantic University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
SAT Reading 25th 520
SAT Math 25th 500
SAT Composite 25th 1020
SAT Scores for Florida Atlantic University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
SAT Reading 75th 610
SAT Math 75th 590
SAT Composite 75th 1200
Average SAT Score 1110

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Florida Atlantic University?

Students who get into Florida Atlantic University score in the top 57 percent of all SAT test takers.. The SAT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 1020-1200. The school consistently admits SAT composite scores down to 1020 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 930. The average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1110 out of 1600. FAU ranks #19 in Florida for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 77 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

Florida Atlantic University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1200 and Above Good >87%
1110 to 1200 Avg + 78%-87%
1020 to 1110 Avg - 65%-78%
930 to 1020 Reach 50%-65%
Less than 930 Low <50%
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FAU ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 
20-26 
Applicants Submitting ACT 
23%
ACT Scores for Florida Atlantic University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
ACT Reading 25th 20
ACT Math 25th 17
ACT Composite 25th 20
ACT Scores for Florida Atlantic University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
ACT Reading 75th 25
ACT Math 75th 25
ACT Composite 75th 26
Average ACT Score 23

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into FAU?

FAU regularly accepts students who score 20 and above on the ACT. These students typically score in the top 49 percent nationally. The ACT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 20-26. We estimate the school accepting a minimum ACT composite score around 17 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 26 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #17 in Florida for highest average ACT composite score. 23 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Florida Atlantic University.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Florida Atlantic University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
26 and Above Good >87%
23 to 26 Avg + 78%-87%
20 to 23 Avg - 65%-78%
17 to 20 Reach 50%-65%
Less than 17 Low <50%
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FAU GPA

Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 
3.74
Typical High School Grades 
A-

What GPA do you need to get into Florida Atlantic University?

Applicants require very good grades in high school to get into FAU. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Florida Atlantic University was 3.74 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily A- students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #9 in Florida for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.74 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as FAU accepts 78% of all applicants.

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High School GPA's for admitted Florida Atlantic University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 31.73% Good
3.75 to 3.99 16.86% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 18.83% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 15.79% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 13.41% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 3.3% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.08% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

High School Class Rank

78% of Florida Atlantic University freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Florida Atlantic University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 14%
Top 25% of class 41%
Top 50% of class 78%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Florida Atlantic University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 15,596 9,552 25,148
Accepted 12,432 7,185 19,617
Acceptance Rate 80% 75% 78%
Enrolled 2,245 1,680 3,925
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 18% 23% 20%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Fall 2023 Application Deadline

Applications were Due
Apr 1, 2023
Days left to Apply
None

The application deadline for Fall 2023 has passed. Applications were due on Apr 1, 2023.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Florida Atlantic University is $30.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Florida Atlantic University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Florida Atlantic University Application Requirements
Test Scores Required
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Recommended
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required
Recommendations Recommended
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Florida Atlantic University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No
Other Colleges to Consider 

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=133669 IPEDS survey data for Florida Atlantic University.

FAQs

Does Florida Atlantic University prefer SAT or ACT?

77% of students submit their SAT scores to FAU. 23% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Florida Atlantic University?

78% of those who apply are granted admission to FAU. Admission competition is and the college has moderate 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 1020 and 1200. 77% 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 20 and 26. 23% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.