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How to Get Into Florida Atlantic University

Boca Raton, FL · Public · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

Florida Atlantic University Admissions Statistics

66%
Acceptance Rate
530-610
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
510-590
SAT Math (mid 50%)
21-26
ACT (mid 50%)
23,757
Undergrads
63%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into Florida Atlantic University

The bar here is clear

Florida Atlantic University admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 1040-1200 combined SAT or 21-26 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Scores are required here, so plan your testing calendar early enough to retake once.

Use the Early Action round deliberately

Florida Atlantic University offers Early Action: non-binding and worth taking if your application is ready, an earlier answer helps you calibrate the rest of your list, and EA carries no downside beyond the earlier deadline.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where Florida Atlantic University fits.

Florida Atlantic University Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Early Action (EA) October 15, 2025
Regular Decision (RD) Rolling

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $30
Test scores Required
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

Florida Atlantic University Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $21,522
Tuition & fees (in-state / out-of-state) $4,879 / $17,324
Room & board (on campus) $15,860
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $8,752

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $3,022
$30-48k $4,135
$48-75k $8,106
$75-110k $14,440
$110k+ $16,854
34%
Students receiving Pell Grants
26%
Students taking federal loans
84%
Freshman retention rate
24:1
Student-faculty ratio

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