Florida Atlantic University Demographics & Diversity Overview

57%
Minority Students
58%
Female Students
5%
International
44
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Florida Atlantic University has a diverse student body with 57% students of color and 5% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
41.4%(9,731)
Hispanic
29.7%(6,969)
African American
19.0%(4,455)
Asian
4.4%(1,044)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%(31)
Pacific Islander
0.1%(26)
Two or More Races
4.1%(960)
Unknown
1.1%(268)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color57%
Total Enrollment29,592
International Students5%

Cultural Engagement

Florida Atlantic University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Florida Atlantic University has a gender distribution of 58% female students and 42% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
42.3%(10,223)
Women
57.7%(13,968)

Gender Statistics

Men10,223

35% of total enrollment

Women13,968

47% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Florida Atlantic University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 0% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 0% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Age Diversity Insights

0%

Traditional Age (18-21)

0%

Non-Traditional (25+)

18%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Florida Atlantic University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 5% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 103% in-state residents, -8% out-of-state students, and 5% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
95.0%(3,129)
International
5.0%(165)

Regional Representation

In-State3,129

103% of student body

International165

5% of student body

States Represented

44 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

57%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

58%

Female Students

Global Reach

5%

International

Age Diversity

0%

Non-Traditional Age