Welcome to the College of Science
Scientific Discovery and Excellence
Through our academic departments and research centers, you’ll have access to an array of educational opportunities in science and mathematics, ranging from biotechnology and brain science to environmental sciences and marine science to dynamical systems and space-time physics.
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Degree Programs
Find Your Future
The Charles E. Schmidt College of Science offers 14 bachelor’s and 14 master’s degrees, including two professional science master’s degrees, and seven Ph.D. programs.
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Why Florida Atlantic?
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Among the Top 200 Schools for Undergraduate Psychology Degrees
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100% of Pre-Health Students Admitted to Professional Graduate Programs
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69 Newly Funded Grants in 2023-24
Life at FAU
Find out all about what it’s like inside the College of Science at Florida Atlantic University
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Live
Make yourself at home in one of our six residence halls or three apartment buildings on campus, and stay healthy at the rec center.
Soar
Become a Soar-in-4 scholar and get professional hands-on support and personalized attention as you advance towards your Bachelor degree within four years of your initial freshman enrollment.
Innovate
Pursue research activities in eight academic departments, a school and vibrant research centers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, there are two that undergrads can apply for and two that grad students can receive, along with a Department of Defense SMART Scholarship.
Read more about scholarships.
Read more about scholarships.
Because Florida Atlantic doesn’t have pre-med or similar programs, our Pre-Health Professions Office advises and guides students who are interested in pursuing careers in the health professions field.
Learn about pre-health services.
Learn about pre-health services.
No. We have classrooms and facilities in the three campuses: Boca Raton, Jupiter and Davie.
Explore all campuses.
Explore all campuses.
Yes, the College of Science offers a Science Internship Course worth 1 to 3 credits. Juniors and seniors in class standing with a 3.0 GPA or higher are eligible. Learn more about applying for an internship.
There are more than 30 science-related organizations, from student chapters of national associations to clubs for mathematicians, chemists and astronomers. Browse all science organizations.
Yes, we have a dedicated institute, Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute (HBOI), that conducts research, hosts internships and offers a unique Semester by the Sea program. Learn more about HBOI.