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    The FAU High School Jupiter Campus, in partnership with the Max Planck Academy, offers two rounds of applications every school year; the Early Applicant Round (deadline of November 15th) and the Regular Applicant Round (deadline of January 15th). Admission selections are based on the competitiveness of applicants, with acceptances offered to the most competitive candidates. Note: Students who apply by the Early Applicant Round deadline and are not accepted, will automatically roll over to the Regular Applicant Round for further review. Current-year 9th grade students may apply and be considered for admission and enrollment in 10th grade, starting the following fall.

     

    Process

    The FAU High School online admissions application opens on September 1st and complete applications must be received by January 15th. Current-year 9th grade students may apply and be considered for admission and enrollment in 10th grade, starting the following fall. A holistic review of applications is conducted, with acceptances offered to the most competitive and well-rounded candidates.

    Admissions decisions are based on a completed application, with documents, including a completed interview. Applicants who fail to provide all required documentation including but is not limited to, resume, personal statement, recommendation forms, and entrance exams by the admissions deadline will not receive the opportunity to interview.

     

    Required application documentation

     

    (BELOW ARE THE RECOMMENDED MINIMUM CRITERIA LEVELS FOR ADMISSIONS CONSIDERATION) 

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    Completed Online Application

    Admissions decisions are based on a completed application, with documents, including a completed interview. Applicants who fail to provide all required documentation including but is not limited to, résumé, personal statement, recommendation forms, and entrance exams by the admissions deadline will not receive the opportunity to interview. 

    Admissions Testing

    One of the following admissions tests is required of all applicants:

    SAT Verbal: 600
    Math: 600
    ACT Composite: 25

    Core Un-weighted GPA

    Un-weighted GPA: 3.8 (minimum)

    Academic Records are required as part of the online application and are self-reported by the applicant. Final grades from 9th grade, and first semester of 10th grade, are required. Applicants must include a copy of an official high school transcript, showing cumulative GPA, standardized test scores, and all high school courses attempted (including high school courses completed in middle school).

    Required Courses

    • Required Courses*:
      • Algebra 1
      • Geometry
      • Algebra 2
    • Recommended Courses
      • Pre-Calculus

    *A or B letter grades required

    Academic Records are required as part of the online application and are self-reported by the applicant. Final grades from 9th grade, and first semester of 10th grade, are required. Applicants must include a copy of an official high school transcript, showing cumulative GPA, standardized test scores, and all high school courses attempted (including high school courses completed in middle school).

    School-Based Standardized Testing

    FSA* Reading Level 5
    FSA* Mathematics Level 5
    Florida* End of Course (EOC) Assessments Level 5


    *Students without Florida Assessment Scores should submit other school-based standardized test scores (e.g. Stanford 10, Iowa Test of Basic Skills, TerraNova)

    Letters of Recommendation

    Recommendation forms must be submitted electronically within the application from the applicant’s current school. We do not accept recommendations via email or in paper form. The principal/school counselor and academic instructors need to complete the electronic FAU High School form.

    Personal Statement

    Must be submitted as part of online application

    Interview**

    If the applicant is selected, an interview will be required by the Admissions Team

     

    **If the applicant is selected, an interview will be required by the Admissions Team. 

     

    Cost of Attendance

    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. 

    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.

    FAU High School, in partnership with FAU’s Office of Financial Aid, assis ts in seeking scholarships and other avenues to support qualified high school graduates to complete their Bachelor’s degree at Florida Atlantic University. Find a summary of the program  here .

     

    Admissions Timeline

    The application is available on September 1st.

    Early Applicant Round Deadline November 15
    Early Round Acceptance Notification* Early-Mid January
    Regular Applicant Round Deadline January 15
    Acceptance Notification* Early-Mid March

     

    *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.

     

    Admissions Decisions:

    Admission decisions will be posted to your online application account in early-mid March, with email notifications to follow. Admissions decisions are based on a completed application, with documents, including a completed interview. Applicants who fail to provide all required documentation including but is not limited to ,  personal statement, recommendation forms, and entrance exams by the admissions deadline will not receive the opportunity to interview.

    Open House Info

    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. You will receive an email confirmation a few days prior to directions for the event.

    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.

    Open House Dates to apply for the 2025 - 2026 school year are:

    In-Person September 16, 2024 6:00 PM
    In-Person October 21, 2024 6:00 PM
    Virtual December 4, 2024 6:00 PM Register Here

     

    Please contact the FAU High School Help Desk at fauhsinfo@adhus.fau.edu for any assistance.