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How to Get Into Palm Beach Atlantic University

West Palm Beach, FL · Private nonprofit · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

Palm Beach Atlantic University Admissions Statistics

82%
Acceptance Rate
500-620
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
450-600
SAT Math (mid 50%)
18-26
ACT (mid 50%)
2,603
Undergrads
55%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into Palm Beach Atlantic University

The bar here is clear

Palm Beach 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 950-1220 combined SAT or 18-26 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. Test policy here is "Test-flexible", check the fine print for your specific program.

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 Palm Beach Atlantic University fits.

Palm Beach Atlantic University Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
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 $0
Test scores Test-flexible
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

Palm Beach Atlantic University Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $53,827
Tuition & fees $40,650
Room & board (on campus) $13,800
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $28,354

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 $25,570
$30-48k $25,312
$48-75k $25,619
$75-110k $26,244
$110k+ $32,786
23%
Students receiving Pell Grants
37%
Students taking federal loans
68%
Freshman retention rate
13:1
Student-faculty ratio

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