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Florida Atlantic University (FAU) for Brazilian students

Tuition, acceptance rate, scholarships with conservative numbers and the admission process step by step — in dollars and Brazilian reais — updated 2026-08-15. Este guia em português →

Tuition/year
$17,324
Total cost/year
$31,824
In reais (R$)
R$ 164,212
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Profile

Florida Atlantic University by the numbers

The figures below come from the US Department of Education's public databases and from Florida Atlantic University's own Common Data Set. They let you gauge the size of the institution, the real level of competition and the odds of finishing on time.

Acceptance rate
66%
Undergraduate students
24,876
Total students
31,607
International students
3.1%
Student-faculty ratio
24:1
Graduation rate (6 years)
63%
Founded
1961
Campus setting
Urban, Boca Raton

Federal data (NCES) covers FAU as a whole: Boca Raton, Jupiter, Davie, Fort Lauderdale, Dania Beach and Harbor Branch. No official Boca Raton-only breakdown exists.

Admission

Florida Atlantic University acceptance rate: how hard it is to get in

Florida Atlantic University admits 66% of applicants, according to College Navigator, the US Department of Education's public database.

The middle half of admitted students scored between 1040 and 1210 on the SAT and between 21 and 26 on the ACT. The average high-school GPA of admitted students is 3.83; the published minimum for international applicants is 3.0.

In practice, for a Brazilian applicant: a converted transcript near the average GPA and an SAT inside the range put you in the typical admitted group. Below that, admission is still possible, but merit aid gets harder.

Costs

Florida Atlantic University tuition and total cost per year

Tuition at Florida Atlantic University for international students is $17,324 a year. With housing, meals and health insurance the estimated total is $31,824 — about R$ 164,212 at R$ 5.16 to the dollar (2026-08-15), verified on 2026-08-15.

ItemAnnual estimate (USD)Approx. in R$
Tuition (out of state)$17,324R$ 89,392
Housing and meals$11,800R$ 60,888
Health insurance$2,700R$ 13,932
Estimated total$31,824R$ 164,212

Estimates for 2026–2027, verified on 2026-08-15. Converted at R$ 5.16 to the dollar (2026-08-15). Books, transport and course fees vary.

Annual cost breakdown: Tuition $17,324, Housing and meals $11,800, Health insurance $2,70054.4%37.1%
Tuition · $17,324Housing and meals · $11,800Health insurance · $2,700

Scholarships

Scholarships at Florida Atlantic University: conservative numbers

ScholarshipAmount per yearCriteriaRenewableDeadline
President's International Scholarship (Freshmen)$6,000 – $24,000F-1 or J-1 visa; 3.5+ GPA on 4.0 U.S. scale; SAT, ACT or CLT scores; proof of English proficiency; limited number, competitive, automatic consideration on admissionYesFall: January 15 (priority), March 15 (regular); Spring: August 15 (priority), October 15 (regular)

Merit scholarships: students have received between 0% and 30% of tuition (conservative estimate, 2026–2027; verified on 2026-08-15). Typical conditions: Merit scholarships with SAT 1150+ and GPA 3.4+. The real amount depends on your profile — we never promise percentages.

Our rule is simple: we would rather you plan with conservative numbers and be surprised for the better — never the other way round. Studying in the United States is not free for anyone.

International aid

Scholarships for international students at Florida Atlantic University

Only awards the university itself describes are listed, with the requirements it publishes. Where the official page does not say whether international students may apply, the table says "not stated" — ask before counting on the money.

President's International Scholarship

Amount per year: $6,000 per year (up to 4 years for freshmen = $24,000)

Requirements: F-1 or J-1 visa; admitted degree-seeking; 3.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 U.S. scale; SAT, ACT or CLT scores; proof of English proficiency; high school diploma by the first day of classes. Fall and Spring entry only; limited number, competitive.

International: Yes

Renewal: Renewable up to four years for freshmen (three for transfers); renewal criteria not published on the page.

Deadline: Fall: January 15 (priority), March 15 (regular). Spring: August 15 (priority), October 15 (regular).

How to apply: Automatic — no separate application; complete admissions application by the deadline.

Florida Linkage Institutes Tuition Waiver (Brasil: Florida-Brazil Linkage Institute via UF / Miami Dade College)

Amount per year: Out-of-state tuition portion waived (student pays the resident rate); up to 25 FTE students per institute per year

Requirements: National of a Linkage Institute country (Brazil included); award letter from the institute sent to waivers@fau.edu by the last add/drop day.

International: No

Renewal: ENDED: Linkage Institute waivers ended on 1 July 2026 (HB 905). FAU pages still list the program as of 2026-09-07.

Deadline: Not applicable (program ended)

How to apply: Form — through the institute's host institution (Brazil: University of Florida / Miami Dade College), not FAU

Spirit of Atlantic / Hoot Scholarship (merit, non-Florida resident)

Amount per year: $1,000 to $10,000 per year for 4 years ($4,000 to $40,000 total; the $40,000/$32,000 tiers include the $6,815/yr Hoot Scholarship)

Requirements: 4.00 GPA & 1410 SAT / 32 ACT / 101 CLT → $10,000/yr; 3.90 GPA & 1340 SAT / 29 ACT / 96 CLT → $8,000/yr; 3.85 GPA & 1270 SAT / 27 ACT / 90 CLT → $1,000/yr. Restricted to U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

International: No

Renewal: 3.0 cumulative FAU GPA, 30 credits per year, full-time enrollment; up to 4 years (8 semesters).

Deadline: January 15 (complete application)

How to apply: Automatic at admission; not stackable with other Office of Admissions merit awards

Wilkes Honors College Scholarship / Hoot Scholarship (non-resident)

Amount per year: $1,000 to $10,000 per year for 4 years

Requirements: Admission to the Wilkes Honors College (Jupiter campus); same GPA/SAT/ACT/CLT tiers as the freshman table; non-resident table marked 'must be US Citizen or Permanent Resident'; confirm attendance by May 1.

International: No

Renewal: See Honors College renewal policy (PDF linked on the page).

Deadline: Students admitted by January 15 are eligible for the highest awards

How to apply: Automatic upon review of the Honors College application

Benaquisto Scholarship (National Merit Finalists)

Amount per year: Full cost of attendance (fall and spring) for up to 4 years

Requirements: National Merit Finalist naming FAU as first-choice school by May 1. National Merit is limited to U.S. high school students taking the PSAT/NMSQT.

International: Not stated

Renewal: Up to 4 years or 8 semesters, or until the undergraduate degree is awarded

Deadline: May 1 (first-choice designation)

How to apply: Through the National Merit Scholarship Corporation

FAU Foundation Scholarships (Scholarship Universe)

Amount per year: Varies by award

Requirements: Donor scholarships by major, class level, financial need (determined by FAFSA) and other criteria; each requires its own application in Scholarship Universe.

International: Not stated

Renewal: Varies by award

Deadline: Varies by award

How to apply: Form — https://fau.scholarshipuniverse.com

Dr. Alejandra Parra Higher Education Scholarship (external — FAIE / Study Florida)

Amount per year: $2,000 (two awards per year)

Requirements: International student pursuing higher education at a Florida college or university (undergraduate or graduate).

International: Yes

Renewal: Not stated

Deadline: See studyflorida.net

How to apply: Form — https://www.studyflorida.net/higher-ed-scholarship

Western Union Global Scholarship Program (external — IIE)

Amount per year: Not stated on the FAU page

Requirements: Students from low-income countries, mainly STEM, Business and Entrepreneurship; last or second-to-last year of undergraduate study only (not for first-years).

International: Yes

Renewal: Not stated

Deadline: Not stated

How to apply: FAU nomination form — https://forms.office.com/r/J5cW6UuHQu

Need-based aid

FAU publishes no need-based aid for international students: need is defined through the FAFSA, which requires citizenship or residency. What exists is the President's International Scholarship and donor awards through Scholarship Universe.

Scores

What Florida Atlantic University asks of Brazilian applicants

RequirementReference
SAT (25th–75th percentile)1040 – 1210
ACT (25th–75th percentile)21 – 26
Average GPA of admitted students3.83
Minimum GPA3.0
Minimum TOEFL (1–6 band scale, in force since 21 January 2026)4.5 · tests taken before 21 January 2026: 80
Minimum IELTS6.5
Minimum Duolingo110
Minimum PTE55
SAT/ACT policySAT or ACT required

FAU accepts TOEFL iBT 80 on the legacy scale, or 4.5 on the 1–6 scale in use since January 2026, IELTS 6.5, PTE 55, Duolingo 110 and Cambridge 180 on the Cambridge English Scale. The English test is waived with SAT Reading and Writing 490 or ACT English 17 and Reading 19, and for three years of English-medium secondary school. Verified on 2026-09-07.

SAT range of admitted students: 1040 at the 25th percentile and 1210 at the 75th10401210average 1170
Half of admitted students fall inside the highlighted range. Landing below it does not rule you out, but it weighs on merit aid.

How your Brazilian transcript is read

The ENEM plays no part in the review. The university converts your secondary-school grades onto the American 0 to 4 scale, and that number is what appears as your GPA. Averages between 7 and 8 usually land near 3.0; above 9, near 4.0. The conversion is done either by the university itself or by a credential evaluation service, and the transcript has to be translated by a sworn translator.

Tests

Admission tests at Florida Atlantic University

Admitted-student profile according to U.S. News & World Report

U.S. News publishes the range covering the middle half of admitted students, not an average. Use the range as a gauge of competitiveness (2026 data).

ItemReference
SAT (25th–75th percentile)1040 – 1200
ACT (25th–75th percentile)21 – 26
Average high-school GPA3.8
Acceptance rate66%

Source: U.S. News & World Report

Accepted English tests and minimum scores

TestMinimum scoreNote
SAT (waives the English test)490 Evidence-Based Reading & WritingMeeting this section minimum exempts the student from English proficiency exams.
ACT (waives the English test)Reading 19 and English 17Both section minimums must be met to be exempt from English proficiency exams.
CLT (waives the English test)Verbal Reasoning + Grammar/Writing 38; Quantitative Reasoning 16Listed only in the university catalog; the international admissions page lists only SAT and ACT as exemptions.
TOEFL iBT (new 1–6 scale)4.5Admissions page shows 'iBT (4.5)/PBT (550)'. New TOEFL iBT 1–6 scale (from 2026).
TOEFL iBT (legacy 0–120 scale)80Still shown in the university catalog ('iBT (80) PBT (550)'); the admissions page already uses the new scale.
TOEFL PBT550
TOEFL Essentialsnot listedNot on the list 'FAU will only accept the following exams'.
IELTS6.5
Cambridge English (B2 First / C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency)180 on the Cambridge English ScaleListed as 'Cambridge English Language Assessment 180'; FAU does not distinguish between B2 First, C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency.
PTE Academic55
Duolingo English Test110
iTEPnot listedNot on the accepted-exam list.
ELS112Completion of ELS Intensive English level 112.
FAU Intensive English Institute (Academic Track / CAT)Level VI (Bridge)Conditional admission route for students below the minimums.
International GCSE EnglishC/4
IB English Higher Level6
Waiver for English-medium secondary school3 years of secondary school with full curriculum in English (U.S. or abroad), or 3 years in an English-majority countryAlso exempt: 30 post-secondary credits including ENC 1101/1102 with C or better, or 60 credits/associate degree from an English-medium institution.

Cambridge English (B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency) appears in the table when the university accepts it. If it is absent, the official page does not list it — do not send a Cambridge certificate in place of the TOEFL without confirming with admissions.

SAT and ACT

The SAT, ACT or CLT is required of every international first-year applicant under the state system rule, and also to compete for the President's International Scholarship. FAU states superscoring for the ACT; it publishes no SAT superscore rule. English scores are valid for two years. Verified on 2026-09-07.

Is your score below 4.5 (1–6 scale) on the TOEFL or 110 on the Duolingo test? That does not end the plan — our live prep courses with a teacher exist to close exactly that gap.

Majors

All majors at Florida Atlantic University

FAU is stronger than its name suggests in a few specific areas, and it is worth knowing which ones before choosing. Neuroscience is the most visible: the university runs its own brain research institute on the Jupiter campus, next door to a Max Planck institute, and undergraduates get into labs earlier than is typical at a large university. Marine science and ocean engineering are the other signature, tied to the Harbor Branch oceanographic institute on the coast. Nursing, business, engineering and computer science absorb most incoming international students, and the university also has a college of medicine, which opens research and clinical exposure for health-track students. The Wilkes Honors College in Jupiter works as a small liberal arts college inside the larger university, with small classes and a required thesis.

There are 62 majors, grouped by the school that offers them, each with the degree code the application form uses. Search by name, or filter by school or STEM.

The 16 majors marked STEM qualify for an extra 24 months of work authorisation on top of OPT — up to 36 months working in the United States after graduation. If you plan to stay, that designation matters more than the name of the degree.

62 majors

Charles E. Schmidt College of Science12

Medical Biology
Biological Sciences
STEM
Health Science
Exercise Science and Health Promotion
Urban Design
Physics
STEM
Geosciences
STEM
Mathematics
STEM
Neuroscience and Behavior
STEM
Urban and Regional Planning
Psychology
Chemistry
STEM

Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing1

Nursing

College of Business10

Health Administration
General Business
Accounting
Economics
Finance
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Management
Marketing
International Business
Management Information Systems

College of Education3

Exceptional Student Education
Early Care and Education
Elementary Education

College of Engineering and Computer Science9

Computer Science
STEM
Environmental Engineering
STEM
Biomedical Engineering
STEM
Civil Engineering
STEM
Computer Engineering
STEM
Electrical Engineering
STEM
Geomatics Engineering
STEM
Mechanical Engineering
STEM
Ocean Engineering
STEM

College of Social Work and Criminal Justice2

Criminal Justice
Social Work

Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters19

Public Safety Administration
Anthropology
Architecture
Art
Political Science
Communication Studies
Multimedia Studies
Global Studies
Interdisciplinary Studies
Jewish Studies
Philosophy
Public Management
History
English
Languages, Linguistics and Comparative Literature
Music
Commercial Music
Sociology
Theatre

Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters / College of Education1

Music Education

Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College2

Liberal Arts and Sciences
Biological and Physical Sciences

Interdisciplinary Programs3

Data Science and Analytics
STEM
General Studies
Professional Studies

Graduate

Graduate study at Florida Atlantic University

At the graduate level, FAU offers master's degrees in the same fields where it is strongest, including an MBA and master's programs in business, computing, engineering, nursing and marine science. Some programs run in the evening or are built for working students, which changes the rhythm of the cohort. Confirm with the international admissions office which programs accept your degree without an additional step, and which campus hosts yours.

Close to 19.6% of Florida Atlantic University's graduate students come from outside the United States. It is a far more international room than the undergraduate one, and that changes the experience: almost everyone beside you also arrived recently.

There are 99 programs open to international students, 30 of them STEM-designated.

99 programs

ProgramSTEMGRE or GMAT requiredIntake
Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine1
M.S., Biomedical SciencesSTEMNoFSpSu
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science16
M.A., PsychologyNoFSpSu
M.S., Biological SciencesSTEMNoFSpSu
M.S., ChemistrySTEMNoFSpSu
M.S., Data Science and Analytics via Scientific InquirySTEMYesFSpSu
M.S., Environmental ScienceSTEMNoFSpSu
M.S., Exercise And Health PromotionNoFSpSu
M.S., GeosciencesSTEMNoFSpSu
M.S., Marine Science and OceanographySTEMNo—
M.S., MathematicsSTEMNoFSpSu
M.S., PhysicsSTEMYesFSpSu
M.S.T., Biological SciencesNoFSpSu
M.S.T., ChemistryYesFSpSu
M.S.T., PhysicsYesFSpSu
M.U.R.P., Urban and Regional PlanningNoFSpSu
P.S.M., Business BiotechnologySTEMNoFSpSu
P.S.M., Medical PhysicsSTEMYesFSpSu
Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing4
M.S.N., Adult/Gerontological Nurse PractitionerNoFSpSu
M.S.N., Family Nurse PractitionerNoFSpSu
M.S.N., Nurse EducatorNoFSpSu
M.S.N., Nursing Administration and Financial LeadershipNoFSpSu
College of Business26
M.AC., AccountingYesFSpSu
M.AC., Executive Forensic Accounting—FSpSu
M.AC., Executive Forensic Analytics—FSpSu
M.AC., Executive Professional Accounting—FSpSu
M.AC., Executive Taxation—FSpSu
M.B.A., Executive——
M.B.A., Hospitality Management (Professional)—FSpSu
M.B.A., Online—FSpSu
M.B.A., Professional——
M.B.A., Sport Management (On Campus)—FSpSu
M.B.A., Sport Management (Online)—FSpSu
M.B.A., TraditionalYesFSpSu
M.H.A., Executive Health Administration—FSpSu
M.H.A., Health AdministrationYesFSpSu
M.S., Business AnalyticsSTEM—FSpSu
M.S., Business Analytics (Professional)STEM—FSpSu
M.S., Data Science and Analytics in BusinessSTEMYesFSpSu
M.S., EconomicsYesFSpSu
M.S., Finance (Executive)—FSpSu
M.S., Information Technology and ManagementSTEM—FSpSu
M.S., Information Technology and Management (Professional)STEMYesFSpSu
M.S., International BusinessYesFSpSu
M.S., International Business (Professional)NoFSpSu
M.S., Supply Chain Management—FSpSu
M.S., Supply Chain Management (Professional)—FSpSu
M.TX., Executive Taxation—FSpSu
College of Education16
M.Ed., Adult and Community Educational LeadersNoFSpSu
M.Ed., Clinical Mental Health CounselingYesFSpSu
M.Ed., Clinical Rehabilitation CounselingYesFSpSu
M.Ed., Curriculum & Instruction (Without Certification)NoFSpSu
M.Ed., Educational PsychologyNoFSpSu
M.Ed., Elementary EducationNoFSpSu
M.Ed., Elementary Education With CertificationNoFSpSu
M.Ed., Environmental EducationNoFSpSu
M.Ed., Higher Education LeadersNoFSpSu
M.Ed., Instructional TechnologySTEMNoFSpSu
M.Ed., Reading EducationNoFSpSu
M.Ed., School CounselingNoFSpSu
M.Ed., School Leaders (K-12)NoFSpSu
M.Ed., Secondary Education (With Certification)NoFSpSu
M.Ed., Special EducationNoFSpSu
M.S., Speech-Language Pathology/AudiologyYesFSpSu
College of Engineering and Computer Science12
M.S., Artificial IntelligenceSTEMNoFSpSu
M.S., Artificial Intelligence ProfessionalSTEMNo—
M.S., Biomedical EngineeringSTEMNoFSpSu
M.S., Civil EngineeringSTEMNoFSpSu
M.S., Computer EngineeringSTEMNoFSpSu
M.S., Computer ScienceSTEMNoFSpSu
M.S., Computer Science ProfessionalSTEMNoFSpSu
M.S., Data Science and Analytics in EngineeringSTEMNoFSpSu
M.S., Electrical EngineeringSTEMNoFSpSu
M.S., Information Technology and Management (Engineering)STEMNoFSpSu
M.S., Mechanical EngineeringSTEMNoFSpSu
M.S., Ocean EngineeringSTEMNoFSpSu
College of Social Work and Criminal Justice2
M.S., Criminology and Criminal JusticeNoFSpSu
M.S.W., Social WorkNoFSpSu
Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters22
M.A., Anthropology—FSpSu
M.A., CommunicationYesFSpSu
M.A., Comparative LiteratureNoFSpSu
M.A., English—FSpSu
M.A., FrenchNoFSpSu
M.A., HistoryNoFSpSu
M.A., LinguisticsNoFSpSu
M.A., Political ScienceNoFSpSu
M.A., SociologyNoFSpSu
M.A., SpanishNoFSpSu
M.A., Teaching of FrenchNoFSpSu
M.A., Teaching of SpanishNoFSpSu
M.A., Women, Gender, and Sexuality StudiesNoFSpSu
M.A.T., AnthropologyYesFSpSu
M.F.A., Creative WritingNoFSpSu
M.F.A., Studio/Fine Arts (Graphic Design)NoFSpSu
M.F.A., Studio/Fine Arts (Studio Art)NoFSpSu
M.F.A., Theatre (Design and Technology)NoFSpSu
M.F.A., Theatre (Performance)NoFSpSu
M.N.M., Non-Profit Management—FSpSu
M.P.A., Public Administration—FSpSu
M.S., Data Science and Analytics in SocietySTEMYesFSpSu
FSpSuF = fall (August) · Sp = spring (January) · Su = summer (May)No = GRE/GMAT waived · Yes = required · — = confirm with the program

The STEM designation matters more at master's level than at undergraduate. It allows a request for 24 extra months of OPT on top of the initial 12, which means up to three years working in the United States off a one- or two-year degree.

What the graduate programs require

RequirementReference
Minimum TOEFL (1–6 band scale, in force since 21 January 2026)4.5 · tests taken before 21 January 2026: 79
Minimum IELTS6.0
Minimum Duolingo110
Application fee$30
Minimum full-time load9 credit hours per semester

GRE and GMAT

59 of the programs above waive the GRE and GMAT. The rest require the test, and a waiver is only considered for applicants holding a business degree from an AACSB-accredited institution. Work experience does not count towards a waiver.

Graduate documents

Beyond a transcript from every institution you attended, with certified translation, the application asks for a personal statement in English, a professional resume and two reference forms from people who can speak to your academic and professional background. A course-by-course credential evaluation is strongly recommended.

Graduate deadlines

IntakeApplication complete by
Fall intakeJuly 1 (most common; varies by program)
Spring intakeNovember 1 (most common; varies by program)

Deadlines

When to do what

IntakeApplication deadlineScholarship deadline
Fall intakeOctober 15, 2026 (Early Action); rolling afterwards until March 12, 2027January 15, 2027 (priority); March 15, 2027 (regular)
Spring intakeSeptember 15, 2026 (Spring 2027)

A 12-month timeline

  1. 12 to 10 months out — choose the universities and check whether your English score already clears the minimum. If it does not, this is where prep comes in.
  2. 10 to 8 months out — translate the transcript and request the credential evaluation where required. It takes 2 to 6 weeks and is the single biggest source of delay.
  3. 8 to 6 months out — submit the application and pay the $30 fee.
  4. 6 to 4 months out — acceptance letter and proof of funds. The university only issues the I-20 after approving the bank statement.
  5. 4 to 3 months out — pay the SEVIS fee, complete the DS-160 and book the consular interview. Confirm the fee amounts on the official site: they change.
  6. 3 to 1 month out — consular interview, visa in the passport, flights, insurance and housing.

Documents

What you need to gather

The order below is the order in which Florida Atlantic University asks for each item. Start with the first two: they depend on third parties and they are what stalls the process.

  1. Complete secondary-school transcript, translated into English by a sworn translator.
  2. Credential evaluation by a recognised service (WES, SpanTran, ECE). It takes 2 to 6 weeks — start here.
  3. English score — TOEFL from 4.5 (1–6 scale), or Duolingo from 110.
  4. SAT or ACT score, where required and whenever you want to compete for merit aid.
  5. Letter of recommendation from a teacher or coordinator.
  6. Personal statement in English.
  7. Proof of funds — a bank statement showing funds for the first year. It is the document that releases the I-20, and the one most often sent back for correction.
  8. Valid passport and the $30 application fee.

Campus

Campus life and housing

Photos: FAU Marketing/Florida Atlantic University, Florida Atlantic University, Florida Atlantic University (photo: Mike Meredith)

There is no requirement to live on campus in the first year, which opens up sharing an apartment off campus — usually cheaper, with transport left to solve.

Photos: Florida Atlantic University, Kmgcoolguy4 · CC BY-SA 3.0 (Wikimedia Commons)

City

Living in Boca Raton

ItemReference
One-bedroom rent off campus$2,019 / month
Public transportTri-Rail commuter rail (Miami–West Palm Beach) at the Boca Raton/Yamato Road station, 50% student discount; Palm Tran Route 94 shuttles between the station and campus every 20 min (6:45am–9pm), free with the Owl Card; on-campus shuttle. A car is still the norm.
Nearest airportThree international airports: Palm Beach (PBI) 24 mi/39 km, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood (FLL) 27 mi/43 km and Miami (MIA) 48 mi/77 km from campus; all three connect via Tri-Rail.
Distance to Orlando313 km
Distance to Miami74 km
ClimateTropical climate (Köppen Af): mild winters with highs of 75–83 °F, hot humid summers of 87–92 °F with daily thundershowers June–September; hurricane season June–November.
Photos: Infrogmation of New Orleans · CC BY 3.0 (Wikimedia Commons), Juliancolton · public domain (Wikimedia Commons)

F-1 students may work on campus up to 20 hours/week during fall and spring and more than 20 during official breaks; ISSS clearance and a Social Security Number are required before starting.

Careers

Working during and after the course

The median salary of graduates from this university is $56,746 a year, according to the College Scorecard, a US government public database.

On an F-1 visa you can work up to 20 hours a week on campus during term, and full time during breaks.

CPT allows an off-campus internship when it forms part of your program's curriculum, with university authorisation.

OPT gives 12 months of work authorisation in your field after graduation.

STEM-designated programs allow a request for a 24-month extension of OPT — up to 36 months of authorised work in total after graduation.

Immigration rules change — verified on 2026-08-15. Confirm with the university's international student office before making any decision based on this page.

Compare

How it compares with other Florida universities

The universities below are the closest to this one in total cost. Compare before deciding: the tuition gap between two of them is usually larger than any merit scholarship.

UniversityTotal cost per yearAverage SATMinimum TOEFL
Florida Atlantic University (this page)$31,82411704.5 (1–6 scale)
University of West Florida$31,63011304.5 (1–6 scale)
University of South Florida$31,5241230
Atlantis University$30,02070

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to study at Florida Atlantic University?

The estimated total — tuition, housing and health insurance — is $31,824 per year before any scholarship. Books, transport and course fees are not included. We prefer that you plan with this number and be surprised for the better.

What English scores does Florida Atlantic University require?

TOEFL 4.5 (1–6 scale) or higher, or Duolingo 110 or higher. Duolingo policies change often, so we confirm the current rule before you apply. If your score is below the minimum, prep closes that gap before the deadline.

Do I need the SAT to get into Florida Atlantic University?

Not always for admission, but almost always for merit scholarships. The admitted average is around 1170. Without an SAT score you can be admitted and pay full price; with a competitive score, the same university can cost much less.

How does Florida Atlantic University read a Brazilian high-school transcript?

The ENEM plays no part. The university converts the transcript grades to the American 0–4 GPA scale from a sworn translation. Averages between 7 and 8 usually land near 3.0; above 9, near 4.0. The minimum required is 3.0.

When should I apply to Florida Atlantic University?

The fall entry deadline is October 15, 2026 (Early Action); rolling afterwards until March 12, 2027, and spring entry is September 15, 2026 (Spring 2027). Start 10 to 12 months ahead: transcript translation, English score and proof of funds are the steps that delay applications most.

Can I work while studying at Florida Atlantic University?

On an F-1 visa you can work up to 20 hours a week on campus during the term and full time during breaks. After graduation, OPT gives 12 months of work authorization in your field, and STEM majors can request 24 more.

How hard is it to get into Florida Atlantic University?

Florida Atlantic University admits 66% of applicants. The published minimum GPA for international applicants is 3.0 on the American 0–4 scale — a Brazilian transcript is converted to that scale from a sworn translation. The SAT range and average GPA of admitted students, where the university publishes them, are in the Admission section of this page. Below those marks admission is still possible; what gets harder is merit aid.

What is Florida Atlantic University's tuition for international students?

$17,324 a year at the out-of-state rate, which is what a Brazilian pays. With housing, meals and health insurance the estimated total is $31,824 — about R$ 164,212 in Brazilian reais at R$ 5.16 to the dollar. Merit scholarships reduce tuition, not the other items.

Is Florida Atlantic University or University of West Florida more expensive?

On estimated total cost per year, Florida Atlantic University comes to $31,824 and University of West Florida to $31,630. The gap between the two is usually larger than any merit scholarship, so compare total cost before comparing scholarships.

Sources

Where these numbers come from

Every block on this page carries its own verification date. Costs and admission requirements come from the Common Data Set and the official international admissions page. Enrollment, acceptance and graduation figures come from College Navigator, the US Department of Education's public database.

Converted to Brazilian reais at R$ 5.16 to the dollar on 2026-08-15. Exchange rates move; the dollar figures are the reference.

Data verified on 2026-08-15.

Reviewed by Elvis Arias, ICEF-certified education advisor, floridabrazil.org. Independent educational advisory: we are not the Florida-Brazil Linkage Institute or any university, and we never promise scholarship percentages.

Sources: College Scorecard · Common Data Set · College Navigator · Official university site

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