Mission Statement
To provide quality transitional experiences that maximize students' ability to achieve their dreams, goals and optimize their potential while also supporting and serving families while providing them a voice to the university. Family Engagement fosters the relationship between the university and the families of our students while supporting student success.
For more information about New Student Orientation for undergraduate students please click either the Freshman or Transfer Orientation links on the menu above.
If you are an individual with a disability and need accommodations please complete the Application for Support Services and submit with documentation of your disability to mshaw@health.fau.edu . Student Accessibility Services (SAS) will process the application and contact you to discuss your accommodation needs. SAS requires that this information be provided at least two weeks prior to your orientation date so that they have sufficient time to set up the accommodations requested. Thank you!
Become An Orientation Leader
Become the Tradition. Leave a Legacy.
2027 Applications Open In The Fall
For more details, follow @faunewstudenttransitions on Instagram.
Do you want to welcome the next generation of Owls to the University you LOVE? If you’re ready to learn, lead, be challenged, grow, and serve apply to become an Orientation Leader (OL)! The Orientation Leader experience is a rewarding experience that provides opportunities for personal and professional growth!
As an OL working with first-year students, transfer students, and their families, you provide leadership to new students, interact with family members, build relationships with University Faculty and Staff and are a part of making an impact on incoming classes at FAU all while developing your personal leadership skills within a team environment. The OL serves as a leader, supporter, facilitator and coach to all new students in an effort to provide a seamless transition to FAU. As a team, we provide high-quality education, support and transition resources to Over 4,000 first-year students; 5000 transfer students; and 3,000 family members
If you are interested in learning more about the position, read below:
- Like our Facebook Page – FAU New Student Orientation
- Like our Instagram – FAU New Student Orientation
- 2026 OL FAQ’s Here.
- If you have any questions during the OL Application process, please contact orientme@fau.edu
Directions to Campus
Florida Atlantic University campus is located off I-95, off the Glades Rd. Exit 45. The Student Union, where the majority of orientation programs are held, is located on the right hand side of the main entrance street, which is University Drive.
Traveling North on I-95
Take Exit 45 from I-95 N and yield right at the light on Glades Road. Continuing driving east for 1 mile on Glades Road and take a left on University Drive (which is the main FAU Entrance).
Traveling South on I-95
Take Exit 45 from I-95 N and turn left at the light on Glades Road. Continuing driving east for 1 mile on Glades Road and take a left on University Drive (which is the main FAU Entrance).
Traveling North on Florida’s Turnpike
Take Exit 75 from Florida’s Turnpike and turn left at the light on Glades Road. Continuing driving east for 4 miles on Glades Road and take a left on University Drive (which is the main FAU Entrance).
Traveling South on Florida’s Turnpike
Take Exit 75 from Florida’s Turnpike and turn left at the light on Glades Road. Continue driving east for 4 miles on Glades Road and take a left on University Drive (which is the main FAU Entrance).
Traveling by Air
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) serves the Fort Lauderdale community and surrounding areas with flights from various airlines. It is approximately a 30-minute drive to Florida Atlantic University. From this airport, you can land travel by bus, taxi, or the tri-rail.
Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) serves the Palm Beach community and surrounding areas with flights from various airlines. It is approximately a 30-minute drive to Florida Atlantic University. From this airport, you can land travel by bus, taxi, or the tri-rail.
Miami International Airport (MIA) serves the Miami community and surrounding areas with flights from various airlines. It takes approximately an hour drive to Florida Atlantic University. From this airport, you can land travel by bus, taxi, or the tri-rail.
Traveling by Tri-Rail
The Tri-Rail has stations serving from West Palm Beach down to Miami. The train runs from 4 AM to 1 AM weekdays and 6 AM to 11 PM on weekends. The Boca Raton station is the stop for Florida Atlantic University. Bus Route 94 will pick up every hour from this station and drop you off at the Administration Building on the Boca Raton Campus of Florida Atlantic University.