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Admissions Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The Graduate College provides guidance and information to 啵啵直播秀 to assist them in complying with admissions and enrollment management requirements. However, the final responsibility to comply with academic regulations and to be familiar with the information contained in the university catalog rests with the student.

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What is FAU鈥檚 code for standardized tests (GRE, TOEFL, and GMAT)?

The FAU standardized test school codes are listed below:

听 GRE TOEFL GMAT
GradCAS 5229 B886 9LX
EngineeringCAS 5229 B887 9LX
CSDCAS 7808 5229 N/A
College of Business 5229 5229 9LX
  • IELTS 听鈥 No code; designate FAU Graduate College.
  • Duolingo 听鈥 No code; designate FAU Graduate College.
Do all programs require the GRE or GMAT?
No, not all degree programs require a standardized test for admissions.听 to view admission requirements for each degree program.听
How long are test scores valid for admission at FAU?
  • GRE 鈥 5 years
  • GMAT 鈥 5 years
  • TOEFL 鈥 2 years
  • IELTS 鈥 2 years
  • Duolingo 鈥 2 years
What are the other admission requirements?
The admission requirements for FAU's graduate programs vary.听 听to view the admission requirements for each graduate degree program. For any questions specific to a graduate program, please refer to the department contact information provided and contact them directly.
How do I apply to one of FAU's graduate programs?
All prospective 啵啵直播秀 must complete the Graduate College application online. Detailed application instructions for domestic and international 啵啵直播秀 are provided on the Graduate College website. To view these instructions please听 click here .
Can I complete part of the online application and finish it later?
Applications can be completed at your own pace. The application can be saved and completed at a later date. However, incomplete applications will not be considered for admission.
I have a degree from outside the United States. What should I do?

Foreign Credential Evaluation: Graduate applicants who completed all or part of their education abroad are required to have their foreign credentials evaluated. Depending on the program, the evaluation required will be a 鈥済eneral鈥 or a 鈥渃ourse-by-course鈥 evaluation with a grade point average from each institution attended. Applicants have two options for obtaining foreign credential evaluations:

  • Option 1) Florida Atlantic University will evaluate transcripts internally FREE of charge. Note: Evaluations completed by FAU are only valid for FAU admission purposes. If you choose this option, official transcripts and English translations must arrive 30 days prior to your application deadline date. To find more information on internal evaluations, visit fau.edu/graduate/apply/foreign-credential-evaluation/.
  • Option 2) Choose an independent evaluating company who is a member and send your transcripts directly to the evaluating company. Evaluations done by a NACES member organization must be completed with authenticated documents. Evaluations completed by a NACES member should be sent directly to GradCAS and EngineeringCAS; hard copies should be sent to Florida Atlantic University, 777 Glades Road, Graduate College, SU-80, Room 101, Boca Raton, FL 33431-0991.听听
    • All application portals (GradCAS, EngineeringCAS and College of Business) provide the option to have FAU complete the evaluation of your translated transcripts.
Can I apply to more than one graduate degree program?

Yes. You must complete a separate application and pay the application fee for each degree program to which you apply.

How do I send my transcripts?

GradCAS: 听College of Arts and Letters, College of Education, College of Medicine, College of Nursing, College of Science, College of Social Work and Criminal Justice.

US and English-Canadian Transcripts

  • Electronic (preferred): 听GradCAS accepts electronic transcripts from Credentials Solutions, Parchment, and National Clearinghouse.
  • Hardcopy: 听Send hard copies of transcripts to the address below.
    GradCAS Transcript Processing Center
     PO Box 9217
     Watertown, MA 02471
  • International Transcripts:
    For internal evaluations,听 FAU only accepts international transcripts in hardcopy. 听Send to address below. For policy information on the submission of transcripts and translations,听 .
    Florida Atlantic University
     777 Glades Road
     Graduate College, SU 80, Room 101
     Boca Raton, FL听 33431-0991
  • NACES evaluations - send directly to GradCAS

EngineeringCAS: 听College of Engineering and Computer Science

US and English-Canadian Transcripts

  • Electronic (preferred): 听EngineeringCAS accepts electronic transcripts from Credentials Solutions, Parchment, and National Clearinghouse. 听听
  • Hardcopy: 听Send hardcopy of transcripts to address below
    EngineeringCAS Transcript Processing Center
     PO Box 9121
     Watertown, MA 02471
  • International Transcripts:
    For internal evaluations,听 FAU only accepts international transcripts in hardcopy. 听Send to address below. For policy information on the submission of transcripts and translations,听 .
    Florida Atlantic University
     777 Glades Road
     Graduate College, SU 80, Room 101
     Boca Raton, FL听 33431-0991
  • NACES evaluations - send directly to EngineeringCAS.听

College of Business:听 All College of Business applications.

  • Electronic (preferred): 听FAU accepts electronic transcripts from Credentials Solutions Parchment, and National Clearinghouse. 听听听
  • Hardcopy: 听Send hardcopy of transcripts to address below.
    Florida Atlantic University
     777 Glades Road
     Graduate College, SU 80, Room 101
     Boca Raton, FL听 33431-0991
  • International Transcripts:听 For internal evaluations,听 FAU only accepts international transcripts in hardcopy. 听Send to address below. For policy information on the submission of transcripts and translations,听 .
    Florida Atlantic University
     777 Glades Road
     Graduate College, SU 80, Room 101
     Boca Raton, FL听 33431-0991
  • NACES evaluations 鈥 send to address above or听 graduatecollege@fau.edu.
Do I need to send my transcripts from every school I have attended?
Yes, the Graduate College needs to receive official transcripts from all the institutions you have attended.
Does FAU accept unofficial transcripts?
No. FAU only accepts official transcripts.
How will I be notified of an admissions decision?
Completed applications are evaluated by the department/program in which the applicant expects to enroll. The department/program admits or denies an applicant based upon the program鈥檚 specified criteria. Once a decision has been made, the Graduate College will notify the applicant by email to check their admissions decision online.
Where do I get an I-20 form?
Once you are听 admitted 听the Center for Global Engagement office will contact you about processing your I -20. More information is available on the Center for Global Engagement website听 here .
Where can I get more information about military benefits?
The Military and Veterans Affairs office offers numerous resources for veterans. To learn more about military benefits please听 click here .
Where can I get information about graduate housing?
The Department of Housing and Residential Education offers on-campus housing options and options across campuses.

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Admitted Students

I have been admitted into a graduate program, what should I do next?
Please visit our听 Newly Admitted Student webpage 听for newly admitted student information and helpful tips to get you started, including a new student checklist, registration information, and MyFAU account log-in instructions.
Is there a new student orientation? Is it mandatory?
Yes, the Graduate College hosts New Student Orientations. The orientations are not mandatory, but all 啵啵直播秀 are strongly encouraged to attend. A non-refundable orientation fee of $35.00 is assessed to all 啵啵直播秀, regardless of their attendance.

Some academic programs also host new student orientations, which may be mandatory. All new 啵啵直播秀 should contact their graduate degree program with regard to mandatory, program-specific orientations.
How do I get my NET ID and password for MyFAU?
Please visit the Graduate College听 Orientation Manual 听for detailed instructions regarding logging into MyFAU.
What is a 鈥淶鈥 number?

A 鈥淶鈥 number is a student ID used for identification purposes within FAU. A 鈥淶鈥 number is assigned as follows:

GradCAS:听 When an admission decision is made on your application, you will receive an email from the Graduate College with your 鈥淶鈥 number and portal link to access the status of your admission decision. 听

EngineeringCAS:听 When an admission decision is made on your application, you will receive an email from the Graduate College with your 鈥淶鈥 number and portal link to access the status of your admission decision.听

CSDCAS:听 When an admission decision is made on your application, you will receive an email from the Graduate College with your 鈥淶鈥 number and portal link to access the status of your admission decision.

College of Business:听 A 鈥淶鈥 number is assigned once you submit an application.

How do I establish in-state Florida Residency as a graduate student?
For all information on in-state Florida Residency for graduate 啵啵直播秀,听 click here .
Are there Graduate Assistantships and Tuitions Waivers available to graduate 啵啵直播秀?
Yes. For more information, contact gabenefits@fau.edu or 561.297.2428. You may also visit our Graduate College Financing Your Eduation page: fau.edu/graduate/resources/financing-your-education/.
My question is not answered - What should I do?

If you have any additional questions feel free to contact the Graduate College by telephone at 561-297-3624 and by email at听 gcadmissions@fau.edu.

For more information on FAU Financial Aid,听 click here.

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If you have any additional questions feel free to contact the Graduate College by telephone at 561-297-3624 and by email at gcadmissions@fau.edu.

For more information on FAU Financial Aid, click here.