As one of only 13 institutions in the nation designated by the Carnegie Foundation as an R1 top-tier research institution, an Opportunity University for student access and post-graduation earnings, and a recipient of the Elective Classification for Community Engagement, Florida Atlantic is leading a future focused on regional impact and national distinction for the students, communities, and state it serves.
Top 25
Best-in-Class Colleges
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Top 30
Social Mobility
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Top 100
PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES
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School of Environmental, Coastal, and Ocean Sustainability is Preparing Students to Change the World
Florida Atlantic is poised to become a leader in tackling complex environmental issues and providing society with sustainable environmental solutions.
World's First Bench-to-Bedside MRI, Ultrasound Platform
Florida Atlantic is the first institution worldwide to combine advanced MRI and focused ultrasound technologies into one platform, accelerating research and development of treatments for neurological disorders.
Leading the Way in Holocaust and Jewish Studies Education
With a rise of antisemitism and increasing tensions around the world, the Holocaust, Jewish Studies and human rights education offered at Florida Atlantic is more important than ever.
How Florida Atlantic Built a Top 20 Entrepreneurship Program
By fostering the next generation of business innovators with hands-on learning, mentorship, and funding opportunities, Florida Atlantic earned a Top 20 national ranking and multiple Forbes 30 Under 30 honorees.
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Top 25
PELL RECIPIENT GRADUATION PERFORMANCE
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Top 5
BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK - SOUTHEAST
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#1
HONORS COLLEGE IN FLORIDA
College Transitions
Award for Institutional Transformation
ACE/Fidelity Investments
2024
Top 40
National Universities
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TOP UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAM
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