FAU Description

If you’re interested in pursuing a degree in the arts, humanities or social sciences in a scenic, coastal setting, Florida Atlantic University might be an ideal destination.

FAU not only offers conventional undergraduate and graduate degrees in such fields as Communications, Film, Visual Art and Sociology, it also offers certificates in such uniquely specific fields as Jewish studies, Peace studies and Religious studies.

True to its liberal arts and humanities curriculum, Florida Atlantic University offers a host of cultural events and activities. There are on-campus art galleries exhibiting student work, screenings of classic films, and on-campus theatre and music performances.

The office of career services offers support to those seeking out a career after graduation as well as those interested in a graduate degree. Graduate school advising and fairs are offered along with career fairs, assessment and workshops.

FAU students have six campus locations to choose from, including those located in Boca Raton and Ft. Lauderdale.

Students may live on-campus in dormitories or apartment-style residences.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, work-study and scholarships for eligible students.

Quick Facts

Location

Southeast

Setting

Large Town Setting

Type

Public

Size

Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)

Mascot

Owls

Nickname

FAU

Website

www.fau.edu

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

In-State Tuition

$3,349

Out-of-State Tuition

$14,026

Selectivity

Highly Selective

Enrollment

26,700

FAU Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
22,116
Freshman Class
2,632
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
26,700

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
82%
Graduate
18%

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
93%
Part-Time
7%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
86%
Out-of-State
14%

Gender of Students

Women
54%
Men
46%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
17%
Asian
4%
Caucasian
56%
Latino
19%
Other
4%

Students State Origin

Florida
86%
New Jersey
1%
New York
1%
Other
12%

International Students

International
3%
Domestic
97%