Florida Atlantic University

Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is a public research university established on July 15, 1961, and is part of the State University System of Florida. With its main campus in Boca Raton and additional campuses in Dania Beach, Davie, Fort Lauderdale, Jupiter, and Fort Pierce, FAU aims to foster a vibrant culture of ingenuity and independence. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, emphasizing high research activity as classified by the Carnegie Foundation. FAU's mission is to provide accessible education and to drive innovation through its diverse academic offerings and research initiatives.

Notable affiliates include interim President Stacy Volnick and interim Provost Michele Hawkins. FAU boasts an endowment of $285 million and a budget of $982 million as of 2022. The university has over 30,000 students and a strong network of more than 207,000 alumni. Key achievements include its classification among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity" and its affiliations with organizations such as CUMU, ORAU, Sea-grant, and Space-grant. FAU's impact is significant in fostering educational excellence and contributing to research advancements across various fields.