Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL
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Mission Statement
Florida Atlantic University is a public research university with multiple campuses along the southeast Florida coast serving a uniquely diverse community. It promotes academic and personal development, discovery, and lifelong learning. FAU fulfills its mission through excellence and innovation in teaching, outstanding research and creative activities, public engagement and distinctive scientific and cultural alliances, all within an environment that fosters inclusiveness.
Quick Facts
28,270 students
35% admitted
$2,480 tuition/year
- 15,937 full time
- 12,333 part time
- 7,147 men full time
- 8,790 women full time
- 28,197 applied
- 9,805 admitted
- 3,347 enrolled
- $13,454 out of state
- $1,784 fees
- $10,940 room & board
- $939 books
At a Glance
| Institution Type: | Public |
| Campus Setting: | Small city |
| Highest Degree Offered: | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice |
| Level of Institution: | Four or more years |
| Calendar: | Semester |
| School Colors: | Blue and red |
28,270 Students
Reviews: In Three Sentences
- Lexy from Jupiter, FL
“This school is a perfect environment for learning as well as keeping in touch with others. This campus is endowed with many fun activities you can get involved in, as…”
- Sep-22-2012 » Read More
- Jessica from Margate, FL
“So far I feel that there should be a lot cf corrections done. There are no Professors with tenor. The Professors are only out to make money and take advantage of…”
- Jan-08-2012 » Read More
- Chris-Anthony from Jacksonville, FL
“florida atlantic university is a decent school with a decent campus. there are great professors teaching great courses in a rigorous semester. students are nice but not too much interaction…”
- Feb-16-2012 » Read More
- Boca Babe
“Before attending Florida Atlantic University I thought F.A.U. stood for Find Another University! Once I got involved my entire experience changed for the better. The endless programs/organizations developed me as…”
- Jul-13-2012 » Read More
- Andy from Coconut Creek, FL
“Florida Atlantic University is a fantastic school. Florida Atlantic University has a beautiful, growing campus in sunny Boca Raton. Florida Atlantic University has excellent professors that are more than happy to help…”
- Jul-17-2012 » Read More
Florida Atlantic University
- Located in Boca Raton, FL
- Public
- 28,270 students enrolled
- 35% admitted
- $2,480 annual cost to attend
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Reviews
Student Responses to Review Topic: Am I Enjoying Being Here
- Ilona from Margate, FL
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Jan-05-2012
I am
a current student here
The univerity environment is very nice, the teacher are very helpful and alway ready to assist students
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- Kelli from Lake Worth, FL
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Jan-03-2012
I am
a current student here
Amazing enivronment and love being here. The staff is absolutely amazing and teachers are very caring.
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- CARLOS from CORAL SPRINGS, FL
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Dec-22-2011
I am
a current student here
Totally, the environment and the campus people is just great. I get to know people from all over the world. The infrastructure is great, and there are other projects underway. The new football stadium is awesome. It is just a very nice place.
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- Megan from St Petersburg, FL
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Dec-15-2011
I am
researching this school and
have not visited the campus
I have heard great things about this school. I can't wait to visit.
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- Jeffrey from Coral Springs, FL
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Dec-14-2011
I am
a current student here
Jupiter is a great place to live and the beach is within walking distance. If only it weren't so expensive to have fun, it would have 5 out of 5 stars.
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