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Florida Atlantic University

Boca Raton, FL · Public · Small city · Website

Florida Atlantic University campus
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Admission rate
66%
Accessible
Average net price
$10,394
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
64%
Median earnings
$61,062
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Florida Atlantic University is a public college in Boca Raton, FL with 23,757 undergraduates. It admits 66% of applicants, and admitted students average 1127 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $10,394 per year ($5,257 for families earning under $30,000). 64% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $61,062 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
66%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test scores required
Fall 2024
Applicants
27,612
Fall 2023
Admitted
20,279
Fall 2023
Yield
22%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing530–610
200800
SAT Math510–590
200800
ACT Composite21–26
136

What Florida Atlantic University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$24,554
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$4,879
Out-of-state tuition
$17,324

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$5,257
  • $30–48k$5,812
  • $48–75k$8,268
  • $75–110k$14,420
  • $110k+$18,580

Get a personal estimate with Florida Atlantic University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
64%
Freshman retention
85%
Median earnings
$61,062
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$17,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
23,757
Student–faculty ratio
24:1
Receive Pell grants
37%
  • White43%
  • Hispanic29%
  • Black16%
  • Asian4%

Florida Atlantic University FAQ

What is Florida Atlantic University's acceptance rate?+

Florida Atlantic University admits 66% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Florida Atlantic University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 530–610 on SAT Reading and Writing and 510–590 on SAT Math; the average total is 1127.

What ACT score do you need for Florida Atlantic University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 21–26.

Is Florida Atlantic University test optional?+

Test scores required.

How many students apply to Florida Atlantic University?+

In Fall 2023, 27,612 students applied to Florida Atlantic University and 20,279 were admitted; 4,417 enrolled.

Does Florida Atlantic University consider legacy status?+

Yes. Florida Atlantic University reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Florida Atlantic University require an essay?+

Florida Atlantic University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Florida Atlantic University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $24,554 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $10,394.

What is Florida Atlantic University's graduation rate?+

64% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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