Florida Atlantic University

Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is a public research university located in Boca Raton, Florida. Established in 1961, FAU opened its doors in 1964 with President Lyndon B. Johnson officiating the dedication. The university was envisioned as a new kind of institution, breaking away from traditional models to provide accessible higher education to a diverse student body .

FAU offers more than 170 degree programs across 10 colleges, including Arts and Letters, Business, Education, Engineering and Computer Science, Honors College, Medicine, Social Work and Criminal Justice, Nursing, Science, and the Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College. The university is committed to providing a rigorous academic environment, fostering a sense of community, and preparing students for success in a global society .

The university's mission emphasizes the development of students into educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives. FAU is dedicated to providing a rigorous academic environment, fostering a sense of community, and preparing students for success in a global society.