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Find your future at an R1 research university, where community meets opportunity on the economically vibrant South Florida coast.

At Florida Atlantic, you’ll experience a modern approach to a university education.

It’s personalized and filled with opportunities to make an impact while you’re at school and beyond, with valuable internships and real-world connections that last well beyond graduation. And there’s support all along the way with academic advising, wellness programs and tailored career counseling. Let’s find your path.

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Walker serves as an admissions counselor for all first-year students who live in Palm Beach County.
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Kade counsels first-year students who are coming to Florida Atlantic from Miami-Dade, St Lucie, Indian River and Monroe counties.
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Haley Keane

Haley is an admissions counselor who works with first-year students who are from Broward County.
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Challenge yourself with our rigorous honors program.

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Explore lifelong learning opportunities at FAU, including OLLI classes.

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Expand your horizons with a semester abroad.

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Stay up to date with CES credits or explore a new career with certificate programs.

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You’ll get the same education from our online courses as if you were on campus: same faculty, same high-quality programs, same opportunity for questions, answers and conversations and the same credentials, as well as personalized learning support. The only difference is your location.

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Explore the possibilities of learning marine biology in the Galapagos Islands, studying hospitality with Italians in Florence and immersing yourself in the culture and language of Japan with learned Florida Atlantic scholars. Study abroad opportunities include faculty-led semesters and exchange programs.
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First-year students can choose from traditional residence halls with double or triple occupancy rooms, or suite-style accommodations. All first-year housing includes meal plans and is located near academic buildings and campus resources. Housing assignments are made based on application date and preferences.

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