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Florida Atlantic University

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Boca Raton, Florida 33431-0991

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Known for business — major research university

Florida Atlantic University is a public institution in Boca Raton with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1119, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 23.5K undergraduates with a 23:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

64% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $56,746 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $8,001.

Established
1961
Motto
"Where Tomorrow Begins."
Mascot
OwlsleyHoot
Type
Public research university
Conference
NCAA's Division I
73%Acceptance
1119SAT Avg
23,458Students
23:1Student:Faculty
64%Grad Rate
$56,746Earnings 10yr
$8,001Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate73.4%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1119

Reading & WritingMid: 565
530620
MathMid: 545
510590

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 23
2026

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$4,879
Tuition (out-of-state)$17,324
Room & Board$12,536
Books & Supplies$1,256
Total Cost of Attendance$21,054
Average Net Price$8,001
Median Debt at Graduation$17,236
Monthly Payment (10yr)$183

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$3,120
$30–48K$4,760
$48–75K$8,772
$75–110K$14,665
$110K+$16,235

Programs (206)

Student Body

Undergrads
23,458
Gender Split
57% / 43%
Women / Men
First Generation
39%
Pell Grant Recipients
35%

Race & Ethnicity

White 42%
Black 17%
Hispanic 29%
Asian 4%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate64.3%
Freshman Retention84.2%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$45,647
8 Years$51,826
10 Years$56,746

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$45,200
Men
$53,700

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