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Contact
Admissions Office
Mary Edmunds
Mary Edmunds
Address
777 Glades Road
PO Box 3091
Boca Raton, FL 33431-0991
PO Box 3091
Boca Raton, FL 33431-0991
Phone
561-297-3040
Email
admissions@fau.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Student Services Building
Student Union
Dining Hall
Breezeway
Residence Halls
Student Union
Dining Hall
Breezeway
Residence Halls
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Mizner Park
City Place
Ft. Lauderdale
Miami
Beaches
City Place
Ft. Lauderdale
Miami
Beaches
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Monday - Saturday
10:00 and 2:00
561-297-3040
10:00 and 2:00
561-297-3040
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: No
Dates: Varies
Times: 10 AM, 2 PM
Average Length: 1 hour
Dates: Varies
Times: 10 AM, 2 PM
Average Length: 1 hour
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
No
Information Sessions
Not Available
Times
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
N/A
Arrangements
Contact Athletic Department
Contact Email Address for Visit
fausports.com
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Palm Tran Bus, or Tri-Rail train service is available to students who wish to utilize public transportation. The closest airports are Palm Beach International and Ft. Lauderdale-Hollywood International
Driving Instructions to Campus
I-95 North/South, exit Glades Road and go east; FAU will be approximately 1/2 mile ahead on your left.
From Florida's Turnpike, exit Glades Road and go east; FAU will be approximately 6 miles ahead on your left.
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Overview
Applicants: 27,888
Acceptance Rate: 39%
Average HS GPA: 3.50
SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
480 - 570
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
490 - 580
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
21 - 25
Testing Policies
Deadlines
Regular — May 1
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Selectivity Rating
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Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
20:1
Total Faculty
1,226
with Terminal Degree
820
639
Men
587
Women
281
Minority
38
International
Most frequent class size
20 - 29
Most frequent lab / sub section size
20 - 29
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Majors
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ARCHITECTURE AND RELATED SERVICES.
Architecture.
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
Asian Studies/Civilization.
Asian-American Studies.
Caribbean Studies.
French Studies.
German Studies.
Italian Studies.
Latin American and Caribbean Studies.
Spanish and Iberian Studies.
Women's Studies.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Biomedical Sciences, General.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting and Finance.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other.
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies.
Finance, General.
Hospitality Administration/Management, Other.
Hospitality Administration/Management.
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General.
International Business.
Management Information Systems, General.
Marketing.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
Operations Management and Supervision.
Real Estate.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Advertising.
Communication and Media Studies, Other.
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia.
Journalism.
Mass Communication/Media Studies.
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COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects.
Graphic Communications, General.
Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician and Assistant.
Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician.
Recording Arts Technology/Technician.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Computer Graphics.
Computer Programming/Programmer, General.
Computer Software and Media Applications, Other.
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design.
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EDUCATION.
Administration of Special Education.
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services.
Education, General.
Educational Leadership and Administration, General.
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration.
Secondary Education and Teaching.
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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND ENGINEERING-RELATED FIELDS.
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology.
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ENGINEERING.
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering.
Computer Engineering, General.
Engineering, Other.
Geological/Geophysical Engineering.
Ocean Engineering.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Linguistics.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
Family Practice Nurse/Nursing.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
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HISTORY.
History.
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LEGAL PROFESSIONS AND STUDIES.
Tax Law/Taxation.
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LEISURE AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES.
Dancing.
Music.
Theatre/Theater.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
Mathematics, Other.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Biological and Physical Sciences.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, Other.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry.
Geology/Earth Science, General.
Physical Sciences.
Physics, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Social Work.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Anthropology.
Criminology.
Economics, General.
Economics.
Geography, Other.
International Economics.
Political Science and Government, General.
Social Sciences, General.
Social Sciences, Other.
Sociology.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Ceramic Arts and Ceramics.
Dance, General.
Drawing.
Graphic Design.
Music, General.
Music.
Painting.
Sculpture.
Degrees
Associate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Master's certificate
Transfer Associate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Master's certificate
Transfer Associate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
No
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Academic Rating
64/99
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
No
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
May 1
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$6,078
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$5,871
Average Need-Based Loan
$6,777
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$6,138
Financial aid provided to international students
No
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition (In-State)
$5,986
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$21,543
Required Fees
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,203
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
Transportation for Commuters
$3,207
On-Campus Room and Board
$11,353
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Nursing Scholarships
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
College/university loans from institutional funds
Federal Perkins Loans
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Financial Aid Rating
76/99
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
25,209
Demographics
3.87%
Asian
19.52%
Black
25.39%
Hispanic
44.60%
Caucasian
1.47%
Unknown
1.60%
International
56% female
44% male
5% are out of state
62% are full time
38% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
6%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
66/99
First-Year Students living on campus
69%
Campus Environment
Small Urban
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Dorms Coed
Theme Housing
Theme Housing
Special Needs Admissions
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
300
Number of Honor Societies
11
Number of Social Sororities
12
Number of Religious Organizations
6
1% join a fraternity
1% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division I
Men's Sports (Owls)
10 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Diving
Football
Golf
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Diving
Football
Golf
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Women's Sports (Owls)
12 Sports
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Day Care
Health
Womens Center
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Navy ROTC Offered
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Miami
Health
Womens Center
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Navy ROTC Offered
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Miami
Sustainability
60*
Campus Security Report
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Please visit The ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
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Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Yes
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
No
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
