Florida Atlantic University, established in 1961, officially opened its doors in 1964 as the fifth public university in Florida. Today, the University serves more than 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students across six campuses located along the southeast Florida coast and is ranked as a top public university by U.S. News and World Report.

FAU is an energetic and fast-growing institution, determined to propel itself to the forefront of innovation and scholarship. In recent years, the University has doubled its research expenditures and outpaced its peers in student achievement rates. Its students are bold, ambitious and ready to take on the world.

FAU offers students a transformative education rooted in the belief that creativity and dedication fuel academic excellence. Expert faculty create a learning environment that prepares students for success in all areas of life. The university offers more than 170 degree options in vast areas of subjects. Ranked among the best in the country for undergraduate research, FAU offers students a world of opportunities to dive into high-quality research, scholarship and creative experiences from the moment they step onto campus. FAU students participate in more than 6,000 undergraduate research experiences each year.

Students make the most of their time at FAU by participating in any of 400 clubs and organizations, recreational sports, volunteer activities and more. Each year more than 5,000 student-led events create a lively and enriching campus experience.

FAU’s first and largest campus sits on more than 850 acres just east of I-95. The campus features everything students expect from a modern university including state-of-the-art labs and classrooms, suite-style housing for students plus athletic and recreational facilities. It is also home to the A.D. Henderson University School, FAU High School, FAU Research Park and the nation’s largest Lifelong Learning Society.