Florida Atlantic University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Florida Atlantic University
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Florida Atlantic University is a large public university located on an urban campus in Boca Raton, Florida. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 24,718, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 73%. The university offers 61 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 64%, and a student-faculty ratio of 23:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $6,099, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $21,665.
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- #2 Ranked in Top 10 Online Master's in Computer Engineering Programs
- #3 Ranked in The Top Nursing Schools in Florida
- #4 Ranked in Best Hispanic Serving Institutions in Florida
- #6 Ranked in Cheapest and Most Affordable Online Colleges of 2024
- #10 Ranked in Best Online Marketing Programs of 2022
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresRequired to be considered for admission
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required or recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile20-26
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1040-1210
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
31k
Students enrolled
69%
Online student enrollment
23:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
32%
Unknown
1%
Black
13%
Hispanic
22%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
2%
Asian
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
19% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
42
Total Online Enrollment
21,330
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.69% online, 31% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
81% On-campus
19% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates9% online
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's21% online
Graduate Certificate15% online
Master's28% online
Doctorate13% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $6,099 | $21,665 |
| Graduate | $5,472 | $928 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,264 |
| On-campus room and board | $13,518 |
| On-campus other expenses | $4,302 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $19,216 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $4,302 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,302 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $25,183 | $40,749 |
| Off-campus without family | $30,881 | $46,447 |
| Off-campus with family | $11,665 | $27,231 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
33%
State Grant Aid
55%
Institution Grant Aid
79%
Pell Grant
19%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$17k
Average student debtafter graduation
$39k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Swimming Diving
- Tennis
- Track Field Xcountry
- All Track Combined
- Beach Volleyball
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 2 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 3 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 4 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 6 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 7 | Education. | |||
| 8 | Engineering. | |||
| 9 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 10 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 11 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 12 | History. | |||
| 13 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 14 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 15 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 16 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 17 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 18 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 19 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 20 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 21 | Psychology. | |||
| 22 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 23 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 24 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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