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Public, 4-Year
Boca Raton, FL

Florida Atlantic University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in FL. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$4,879

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

73.4%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

63.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$56,746

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Florida Atlantic University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Boca Raton, FL. With a competitive tuition profile of $4,879, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 63.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing530 – 620
20025th–75th percentile800
Math510 – 590
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite20 – 26
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

73.4%

Transfer-Out Rate23.8%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$19,516

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

0.7 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$26,746

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$247,944

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$515,404

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Florida Atlantic University is $17,236.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
57.1%
42.9%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
41.5%
Hispanic
28.9%
Black
17.3%
Two or more
4.1%
Asian
3.9%
International
2.8%
Unknown
1.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

57

Burglary

17

Theft

25

Assault

8

Robbery

2

Rape

5

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$4,879

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$3,120
$30k - $48k$4,760
$48k - $75k$8,772
$75k+$14,665

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$17,236
Pell Grant Recipients35.1%
Using Federal Loans27.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment54.6%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$10,270
Pell Grant Recipients36.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

84.2%

Success

63.2%

In-State Cost

$4,879

Age 25+ Students

14.1%

Carnegie Class

R2: Doctoral — High Research

Working at 6yr

6,753 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Boca Raton (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Boca Raton (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.