Why Choose Florida Atlantic University?

Your Future Starts Here

Florida Atlantic (FAU) is a public university in Southeast Florida where students can choose from more than 170 degree programs and spend a lot of time learning by doing—through classes, labs, research and work connected to the South Florida community.

Students choose Florida Atlantic for different reasons. You may already know exactly what you want to do. You may still be figuring that out. Either way, you’ll work with faculty who are accessible, get experience outside the classroom and have space to change direction as your goals take shape.

Recognition for Florida Atlantic

When you choose Florida Atlantic, you’re joining a university ranked among the Top 100 public universities in the U.S. That ranking reflects the strength of the programs you’ll study in, the research happening across campus and the paths graduates take after they leave.

If you’re interested in fields like business, engineering, computer science, nursing or education, you’ll find programs that are recognized nationally and regionally. No matter your major, you’ll be held to the same academic standards and supported by faculty who expect you to apply what you’re learning in real situations.

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Learn to Earn

As a Florida Atlantic University student, you’ll have access to resources inside and outside of the classroom to help you succeed in your chosen profession.

Academic and Research Strength

At Florida Atlantic, you’ll see research happening across disciplines and campuses, often tied to real issues in South Florida and beyond. Faculty and students work together on questions that matter, from health and technology to the environment and communities. Florida Atlantic is classified as an R1: Very High Research Activity university, which means you’re studying at a place where research can be a core part of everyday work and you don’t have to wait until graduate school to get involved. Many undergraduates work directly with faculty on real projects that build skills, clarify interests and influence what they do next. It’s practical experience that pays off.
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Academic Advising

Not sure what you want to major in? Or maybe you need guidance on which courses to take. Once enrolled, you’ll be able talk to one of our academic advisors in person or virtually and access a variety of student resources.
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Where Tomorrow Begins

At Florida Atlantic, your education connects to what comes next: internships, jobs, graduate school and real-world experience. Career services, advising and student support help you prepare for life after graduation while you’re still in the classroom. Whether you’re interested in technology, healthcare, business, the arts or another field, Florida Atlantic helps you gain the experience and confidence to take your next step.
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Your Career Outlook

Florida Atlantic graduates earn an above-average salary and have been placed at prestigious institutions and corporations, including Apple, Cleveland Clinic, Miami Heat and the Walt Disney Company.
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Connect and Grow

Your experience at Florida Atlantic isn’t just about classes. You’ll join a community of more than 200,000 alumni and connect with classmates, mentors and professionals who can support your journey inside and outside the classroom. With more than 400 student organizations, there are many ways to meet people, build leadership skills and find your place here.
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South Florida: A Unique Place to Learn and Live

When you study at Florida Atlantic, you’re learning in South Florida, a region shaped by its people, industries and coastal setting. You’ll be close to beaches, arts and entertainment, but also to employers, nonprofits and startups where many students find internships, jobs and project-based experience.

Each campus has its own feel. The Boca Raton campus is the largest and sits close to the ocean. Jupiter and Fort Pierce are smaller and more research-focused. No matter where you’re based, you’ll find opportunities to learn by doing and to connect what you study with what’s happening around you.

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Plan Your Visit

Seeing Florida Atlantic in person can help you picture your life here – the educational opportunities, the recreational fun on and off campus and the memories you can make. Schedule a campus tour, attend an open house or take a virtual tour to see classrooms, labs, residence halls and campus spaces.
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Florida Atlantic offers an incredible educational journey rooted in the belief that creativity and dedication fuel academic excellence. Choose from more than 170 degrees programs on our six campuses which covers 110 miles of beautiful Southeast Florida coastline and take advantage of nationally recognized undergraduate research to lay the foundation for the future of your dreams.

Florida Atlantic University: Raising The Bar

Top National University

While you may be living in paradise, you will be studying at a Top National University according to U.S. News & World Report. No institution from Florida has risen in the national public school rankings more than Florida Atlantic over the last two years. And with nationally ranked programs in business, engineering, computer science, education, nursing, online education, psychology, social work and honors, it’s easy to forge your path.
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Career Aspirations

Not many universities can boast about their location within an economic hub. Florida Atlantic’s strategic relationships across South Florida’s business landscape connects you with resume-building work experience. Through award-winning advising and career services, Florida Atlantic students can take flight in technology, healthcare, education, urban planning, business startups or with Fortune 500 companies, all within our own backyard.
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Make Connections

Lifelong friends, peer mentors and business partners – these are just some of the connections students can find at Florida Atlantic. Looking for a student organization to get involved with? We have more than 400 to choose from. And when you become an Owl, you are joining a network of 200k+ to connect with both professionally and socially.
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