FAU High School offers two rounds of applications annually: the Early Applicant Round with a deadline of November 1, and the Regular Applicant Round with a deadline of January 15. Admission to our program is highly competitive. If a student applies by the Early Applicant Round and is not initially accepted, their application will transition to the Regular Applicant Round for further review and consideration.
While incoming 10th and 11th grade transfers into FAU High School are possible, the recommended minimum criteria requirements for admissions consideration are different from students applying as freshmen. Please review the recommended criteria for admissions consideration for freshmen and transfer students while considering joining the Owl family.
FAU High School, part of the Florida Atlantic University Lab School District, operates as a public developmental laboratory school affiliated with Florida Atlantic. As a public institution, it follows the statutes and regulations set forth for Florida public schools.
As an early college program, there are no tuition costs, lab fees, or costs for required course textbooks for students. Each semester, families are financially responsible for an FAU Parking and Transportation fee that is used for the university transportation and access roads, etc. Additionally, families are responsible for an electronic device rental and orientation fee.
In addition to the limited university fees, in accordance with Section 1002.32, Florida Statutes, the school may charge an activity and service fee. This annual fee is used to support a range of student activities and resources that enrich the educational experience. Families are also responsible for this fee, which contributes to the diverse opportunities available to students.
The application is fully available online on September 1 of each year.
*The notification of acceptance in the admissions timeline is to be used as a guideline. Notifications can be sent prior to the indicated months mentioned above.
Early round acceptance decisions will be posted to your online application portal in late December. Regular round decisions will be posted in March, with email notifications to follow.
Admission decisions are based on the completion of all required checklist items, including submission of all supporting documents and a completed interview for selected candidates.
Applicants who fail to submit all required materials by the admissions deadline—including, but not limited to, the personal statement, recommendation forms, entrance exams, educational plans, and discipline reports—will not be considered for admission. Due to the high volume of applications received, the admissions team does not contact applicants regarding missing documents. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all required materials are submitted and that recommendations have been completed by the deadline.
Should you encounter any issues logging in or have questions about the application, please contact us at fauhsinfo@adhus.fau.edu for assistance.
One of the best ways to learn about the FAU High School Boca Raton and/or Jupiter Campus, in Partnership with Max Planck Academy is by attending one of our annual Open Houses. Open Houses are an opportunity for prospective Owls and families to meet our staff, learn about the programs and experiences at the FAU High School Boca Raton and/or Jupiter Campus, learn about the admission process, and participate in a Q&A.
We will offer virtual and in-person open houses this year.
We do ask that families RSVP here prior to attending. Due to limited space, each applicant may be accompanied by up to two family members. You will receive a confirmation email with event details and directions a few days prior.
If you missed our Open House dates, please review our FAQ. If you can't find an answer there, feel free to reach out to us via email.
Unfortunately, due to the volume of requests, we cannot accommodate tours at this time. Accepted students will be invited to campus before the new school year.
RSVP FOR OPEN HOUSE HERE
Open House dates for our Boca Raton campus for the 2026–2027 school year are as follows:
The Florida Atlantic University High School Jupiter Campus, in partnership with the Max Planck Academy, offers two application rounds each year:
Students who apply by the Early Applicant Round deadline but are not accepted will automatically roll over for consideration in the Regular Applicant Round.
The online admissions application opens on September 1, and all completed applications must be submitted by January 15. Current 9th-grade and 10th-grade students may apply to be considered for admission for the following fall.
Applications are reviewed holistically, with admission offered to the most competitive and well-rounded candidates. A completed application—including required documents, personal statement, recommendation forms, and entrance exams—is necessary for admissions consideration. Applicants who fail to provide all required documentation by the deadline will not be offered an interview.
FAU High School Jupiter Campus, in partnership with the Max Planck Academy, is part of the Florida Atlantic University Lab School District and operates as a public developmental laboratory school affiliated with Florida Atlantic University . As a public institution, it follows the statutes and regulations set forth for Florida public schools.
As an early college program, there are no tuition costs, lab fees, or costs for required course textbooks for students. Each semester, families are financially responsible for an FAU Parking and Transportation fee that is used for the university transportation and access roads, etc., and an orientation fee.
The application is fully available online on September 1st each year.
*The notification of acceptance in the admissions timeline chart is to be used as a guideline. Notifications can be sent prior to the indicated months mentioned above.
One of the best ways to learn about the FAU High School Boca Raton and/or Jupiter Campus, in Partnership with Max Planck Academy, is by attending one of our annual Open Houses. Open Houses are an opportunity for prospective Owls and families to meet our staff, learn about the programs and experiences at the FAU High School Boca Raton and/or Jupiter Campus, learn about the admission process, and participate in a Q&A.
Open House Dates to apply for the 2026 - 2027 school year are: