Florida Atlantic University's main campus in Boca Raton houses first-year students primarily in its residential towers, with move-in staggered across the Boca Raton and Jupiter campuses each August.
Enrollment
29,888
Total Students
Freshman Class
4,200
Approx.
Move-In Dates
August 18 - August 19, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
52%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Dates
Move-in for students in Glades Park, Heritage Park, and Indian River Towers, and Parliament Hall, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. both days. Innovation Village and University Village apartment residents move in Aug. 21-22.
August 18 - August 19, 2026
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.
Move-in day tips
- Arrive during your assigned window - early arrivals often just wait longer.
- Bring a rolling cart or hand truck; loading-zone carts run out fast.
- Parking near freshman halls fills up quickly - have a backup plan or drop-off spot.
- Unpack essentials first: bedding, toiletries, and chargers, before anything else.
Housing & Dorms
Glades Park Towers
Traditional · Coed
First-year onlyHeritage Park Towers
Traditional · Coed
First-year onlyIndian River Towers
Traditional · Coed
First-year only
Housing Links
Orientation
Freshman Orientation (two-day, mandatory overnight stay)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
May 1 - August 1, 2026
Orientation tips
- Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
- Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
- Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.
Costs
Room & Board
$16,026
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
Nearby data coming soon.
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Checklists
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A free, printable packing checklist covering everything from bedding to important documents - built for any freshman, including yours at Florida Atlantic University.