Admission requirements for Florida Atlantic University?

I'm planning on applying to Florida Atlantic University and I'd love to get some insight into their admission process. Are there specific requirements I should be aware of in terms of GPA, test scores, or extracurriculars?

Florida Atlantic University (FAU) has a few key elements to its admission process you should be aware of.

Firstly, for the GPA requirement, FAU prefers applicants to have high school grades in the 'B' range or higher. The average GPA of admitted students tends to fall around a 3.7-4.3 on a weighted 4.0 scale.

Secondly, FAU is not test-optional, meaning SAT or ACT scores are mandatory. Traditionally, the middle 50% range for SAT scores has been between 1090-1270, and for ACT, it has been between 22-28. Note, though, that the policy might change and continue to check the university’s admissions page for the most updated policy.

Extracurriculars are definitely an important part of the application. FAU, like many universities, values students who are well-rounded and have shown involvement and leadership outside of the classroom. Remember that the quality of your extracurricular activities often is more important than quantity. A few activities where you have had active involvement, leadership roles, or significant achievement (Tier 1 to Tier 3 based on the 4 Tiers of Extracurriculars) will carry more weight than multiple low-involvement activities (Tier 4).

In terms of high school coursework, FAU also mandates college preparatory classes in English, Mathematics, Natural Science, Social Science, and Foreign Language. More detailed information regarding the number of units required for each can be found on the university's admissions website.

Remember, the application process is holistic and will also take into account other factors like your personal essay and letters of recommendation.

So, with a good GPA, strong curriculum rigor and standout extracurriculars, you will be well positioned in your application to FAU. Best of luck!