Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, Florida
Located in Boca Raton, Florida, Florida Atlantic University has earned dual recognition from Abound as a Best Online College and a Best College for Adults. The school combines flexible learning options with measurable student progress indicators, reflecting a focus on helping adult learners move steadily toward degree completion.
Overview
School Type
Website: www.fau.edu
Accessibility
- Distance education:Yes
- Online degrees:Yes
- Career services:Yes
- Weekend/Evening classes:Yes
- Credit for life experiences:No
- On-Campus day care:No
Demographics
Part-time students
6,278 undergrads
- Full-time undergrad students:17,180
- Undergrad students over 25 years old:3,454
- Pell Grant students:8,503
- Online and distance education undergrad students:3,914
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Part-time students27%
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Students over 25 years old14%
Cost
In-district per-credit-hour charge for part-time students
$203
Average net price for students awarded grant/aid
$9,839
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Online & Distance Programs
Bachelor's degrees offered
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services(1)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences General Studies and Humanities(1)
- Physical Sciences(1)
- Homeland Security Law Enforcement Firefighting and Related Protective Service(2)
- Public Administration and Social Service Professions(1)
- Social Sciences(1)
- Health Professions and Related Programs(1)
- Business Management Marketing and Related Support Services(5)
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Outcomes
- Retention rate for part-time students:78%
- Graduation rate for part-time students:33%
Military & Veteran
Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
296 students
- Credit for military training:Yes
- Dedicated staff member:Yes
- Student veteran organization:Yes
- Yellow Ribbon Program member:No
- Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes
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