New Graduate Student Orientation
Welcome to Florida Atlantic University (FAU). FAU is at the forefront of graduate education and fosters a vibrant culture that encourages ingenuity and independence. The Graduate College is central to the academic mission of the university and our graduate students have the opportunity to work with world-renowned faculty researchers. At FAU, there’s no limit to what you can achieve, and we are here to support your success.
Note: Please be aware that some academic programs also offer orientation sessions for new graduate students and are NOT intended to replace the Graduate Student Orientation. These additional sessions provide program-specific information while the Graduate Student Orientation provides a general overview of FAU graduate education.
Please select a semester below for more information about upcoming New Graduate Student Orientation. Contact gcadmissions@fau.edu with any questions about orientation.
| FALL 2025 SEMESTER | |
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| Advance Registration Opens | Monday, March 24, 2025 |
| Classes Begin | Saturday, August 16, 2025 |
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| SPRING 2026 SEMESTER | |
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| Advance Registration Opens | Monday, October 27, 2025 |
| Classes Begin | Saturday, January 10, 2026 |
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Accommodations:
If reasonable accommodation(s) for a disability is required, contact gcadmissions@fau.edu. For more information, visit the Student Accessibility Services website fau.edu/sas/future/index.php.