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Florida Atlantic University

Florida Atlantic University is an American public university located in Boca Raton, Florida, with five campuses located in the Florida cities of Dania Beach, Davie, Fort Lauderdale, Jupiter and in Fort Pierce at the Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute.

United States, Boca Raton
FAU's main campus is located in Boca Raton, just minutes from some of the most beautiful beaches on Florida's Atlantic coast.
Acceptance rate - 73%
Number of students - 30000 Number of students - 30000
International students - 8% International students - 8%
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Quick Facts

FAU's main campus is located in Boca Raton, just minutes from some of the most beautiful beaches on Florida's Atlantic coast. FAU's main campus is located in Boca Raton, just minutes from some of the most beautiful beaches on Florida's Atlantic coast.
Acceptance rate - 73% Acceptance rate - 73%
Number of students - 30000 Number of students - 30000
International students - 8% International students - 8%

About University

Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is a public research university located in Boca Raton, Florida, offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate and professional programmes in a variety of disciplines. Known for its strong emphasis on research and innovation, FAU provides students with opportunities for hands-on learning, community involvement, and career development. The university boasts a diverse student body, state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant campus life located near beautiful beaches and the dynamic cultural life of South Florida. With a focus on preparing students for success in the global workforce, FAU is committed to academic excellence and leadership.

Academic Programs

Taught in English

College of Business

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College of Education

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College of Social Work and Criminal Justice

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College of Engineering & Computer Science

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College of Science

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Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

School of Architecture

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Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

Intakes & Deadlines

Available intake periods for application

Closed

Spring 2026

Spring 2026

Deadline: 15 Sep, 2025
Closed
Closed

Spring 2025

Spring 2025

Deadline: 15 Sep, 2024
Closed
Closed

Fall 2025

Fall 2025

Deadline: 24 Apr, 2025
Closed
Open

Fall 2026

Fall 2026

Deadline: 24 Apr, 2026
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Admission Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Basic Requirements

GPA

3.0

Standardized Tests

English Language Level

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL iBT

80

Pearson PTE

58.5

Duolingo

110

How to Enroll

Follow these steps to apply Florida Atlantic University

1

Select the method of submission

If you are entering your freshman year of college, use the Common App. If you are transferring or seeking a second bachelor's degree, use the FAU App. Important: Submit only one application.

2

Pay the application fee

Pay a non-refundable $30 fee when you submit your application.

3

Provide education documents

For international students entering for the first time: Complete a high school assessment (including courses/subjects, grades and exam results, e.g. CXC/GCSE) from a NACES accredited agency. For students who have completed higher education abroad: You may request an internal evaluation from FAU's Foreign Degree Evaluator or provide a NACES-accredited evaluation (for each course, including grade point average).

4

Provide official test results

If you have earned less than 60 transfer credits, provide FAU with official SAT or ACT scores: SAT school code: 5229 ACT school code: 0729

5

Provide the results of the English language proficiency test

If English is not your first language, please provide results from English language proficiency tests (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS). If you do not meet the English language proficiency requirements, you can use the Conditional Admission (CAT) programme through the Intensive English Language Institute.

Cost of Study

Full breakdown of tuition and living costs

Annual tuition fee
$17,324/year
Includes academic materials
Books, learning materials, supplies and equipment (per year)
$1,320/year
Living expenses - accommodation (per year)
$13,688/year
Living expenses - food (per year)
$5,280/year
Transport (per year)
$3,356/year
Personal expenses (per year)
$5,454/year

Campus Life

Facilities and student experience

• Student Union

World-class facility

• FAU Stadium

World-class facility

• Alvin Sherman Library

World-class facility