International Admissions Overview

We are pleased that you are interested in Florida Atlantic University. Florida Atlantic is recognized as one of the leading institutions in the United States for its strong global representation. Students from approximately 100 countries around the world contribute to a vibrant and dynamic community on our campus. Carefully review the information below to learn about the international admission process, immigration documents, estimated educational costs for international applicants, and your international student visa process.

International Admissions for Degree-Seeking Students:

Admission to a degree program is a two-part process:

1) Academic admissions where the student must meet all academic requirements for the program of interest;

2) Immigration process where students must provide appropriate documentation to obtain the Certificate of Eligibility (I-20) to be able to study in the US and at Florida Atlantic University. Prospective F-1 students may submit documentation for both steps concurrently, but they are not fully eligible to attend FAU until they meet all academic requirements and obtain the I-20.

Note: FAU offers fully online programs. If you are interested in a fully online program, please be aware that you will not be qualified to apply for F1 international student visa. For more information about on-line programs, please visit https://www.fau.edu/online/online-programs/

PART I: Academic Admissions

Undergraduate Admissions

Visit the Undergraduate Admissions page to complete the online application and submit the required academic (transcripts and test scores) documentation to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

Undergraduate Admissions Contact:
Telephone: 561-297-3040
Email: Admissions@fau.edu
Website: https://www.fau.edu/about/admissions/

Graduate Admissions

Visit the Graduate Admissions page to complete the online application and submit academic documentation including transcripts and test required test scores to the Graduate College Admissions.

Graduate Admissions Contact:
Graduate Admissions
Telephone: 561.297.3624
Email: graduatecollege@fau.edu
Website: https://www.fau.edu/graduate/applyonline/index.php

Deadlines to Apply for University Admission:

Program Level	Application Deadline
Undergraduate (Freshman)	Click here to review
Undergraduate (Transfer)	Click here to review
Graduate	Application deadlines vary by program. Click here and choose the program to view.

PART II: Immigration Process

Provide the following required documentation to obtain the F-1 visa eligibility document (I-20) from International Student Services. The I-20 will only be issued after you are formally admitted to the university and after you provide the documents listed below:

Request for I-20 - along with required proof of financial support.
Proof of financial support from the student, the student's sponsor (parent, relative, etc.) government agencies, or other sponsoring entities. Review the Financial Certification Form (FCF) for the financial criteria and to learn more about the Alternate Estimated Cost of Living.
SEVIS Transfer In Form – required only for applicants who are currently in the U.S. in either F-1 or J-1 status and transferring from another institution within the U.S.
Passport Information Form - copy of the passport's biographical page and visa page (if applicable)

To ensure appropriate time for review of your FCF/STF documents and for issuance of the undergraduate I-20 document, please adhere to the following deadlines:

Deadlines to Submit Documents for I-20:

Semester	I-20 Request and Documents Recommended Deadline	Semester Begins
Spring 2026	Nov 28	Jan 10
Summer 2026	April 3	May 16
Fall 2026	July 10	August 22

Submitting your I-20 documentation later than the recommended date may result in processing delays, especially for students who are overseas and need to apply for an F-1 visa, and will only be considered on a case-by-case basis after consulting with the ISS office (undergraduate students) or the Graduate College (graduate students).

Undergraduate Deferrals: If you would like to defer your admission to the next semester, send an email to admissions@fau.edu with your Z#, name, and request to defer your admission, or submit a Change of Entry UG Admissions online request form: http://www.fau.edu/admissions/ChangeEntry.php

Graduate Deferrals: If you would like to defer your admission to the next semester, send an email to gcadmissions@fau.edu with your Z#, name, and request to defer your admission.

Other International Admissions Options

Intensive English Institute (IEI) is a bridge program for students who would like to learn English for the first time, or are academically eligible to become FAU students but need additional preparation in English prior to full admission to a degree program. The IEI program provides three study tracks: Intensive English Full Time Track, Part Time Track and Conditional Admissions Track.

Program Exchange Students

Exchange Students who plan to attend the university through an existing exchange program agreement must contact the Education Abroad to learn about special admission requirements and processes.

Education Abroad Team Contact:
Boca Raton Campus - General Classroom South, Room 212Q
Office Hours: Monday - Friday from 8 am - 5 pm
Telephone: (561) 297-1208
Email: goabroad@fau.edu
Website: www.fau.edu/goabroad

Exchange Students will attend FAU as J-1 Students and will need the Form DS-2019 in order to obtain the J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa.