1. Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is located in Boca Raton, Florida.

2. FAU was founded in 1961 and is one of the state’s largest universities.

3. FAU is part of the nationally-recognized State University System of Florida and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

4. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs, as well as a doctoral program.

5. FAU also offers online degree programs, professional certificate programs and non-degree training programs.

6. On-campus housing is available, with 77 residence halls that cater to various student needs.

7. FAU also offers a variety of student services, including career counseling, financial aid, scholarships and academic support.

8. The university’s sports teams are known as the Owls and compete in the NCAA Division I.

1. Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is a public university located in Boca Raton, Florida, United States.

2. FAU is part of the State University System of Florida and is one of Florida's primary research universities.

3. The university offers over 170 undergraduate and 180 graduate degree programs and has a total student enrollment of more than 30,000.

4. FAU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, masters, specialist, and doctorate degrees.

5. The University is also a member of numerous professional organizations including the American Association of Colleges and Universities, the American Council on Education, the Association of American Universities, the Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges, the National Association of State Universities and Land-Grant Colleges, the National Collegiate Athletic Association, the National Science Foundation, and the United Nations Commission on Human Rights.