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Florida Atlantic University

Boca Raton, Florida Β· City: SmallOfficial Website β†—

#3374
Nationally
#159
In Florida
73%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$2,522
In-State Tuition
per year
64%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
24,614
Undergrad Enrollment
20,000+
Overall Score & Rankings
45/100
Average
#3374 nationally
#159 in Florida
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes64
πŸ’°Affordability50
🎯Selectivity13
πŸ“šAcademic Environment15
πŸ”¬Program Breadth83

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Florida Atlantic University is a public four-year university located in Boca Raton, Florida. With 24,614 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 73%, the institution is considered moderately selective. In-state tuition is $2,522 per year ($14,374 out-of-state), significantly below average for public institutions. The six-year graduation rate is 64%, which is good compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate73%↓ Below avg
National avg: 70%
27,612
Applied
20,279
Admitted
4,417
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading530 – 620
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math510 – 590
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)20 – 26
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$2,522/yr
In-State Fees$2,357/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$14,374/yr
Room & Board$13,792/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$18,671/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$31,116/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$2,522↑ Above avg
National avg: $10,662
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate64%Near avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
24,614
Total Undergrads
57% F / 43% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 41%
Hispanic 29%
Black 17%
Asian 4%
Two or more 4%
International 3%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($2,522/yr) is well below the national average for public colleges
  • βœ“Publicly funded institution β€” tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
Consider
  • Β·Data on some metrics is not yet available β€” contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPublic
LocationBoca Raton, Florida
SettingCity: Small
Size20,000+
State Ranking
#159
in Florida out of 7+ colleges
#3374
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.