Link to FAU
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What is the FAU Link Program?
The LINK program is a wonderful opportunity for students, after completing their AA or articulated AS degree, to continue their college education and receive their bachelor’s degree from FAU. Students of Broward College, Indian River State College, and Palm Beach State College will have exclusive access to FAU. This initiative was developed to provide you with guaranteed access to FAU*.As an AA degree seeking student of one of FAU’s partner colleges we want you to have the easiest transition to FAU to earn your bachelor’s degree.
Advantages
There are many reasons to join and the list of incentives will certainly grow:- Guaranteed entrance to FAU
- Priority admissions to FAU
- Convenient classroom locations
- Enriched academic advising
- Small class sizes
- Access to the best faculty
- Best value
How Do I Join?
State College Students – You can indicate your desire to join the Link Program by contacting the Admissions Office at Broward College , Indian River State College or Palm Beach State College.
High School Students – If you are a high school student and wish to earn your associate’s degree from Broward College , Indian River State College, or Palm Beach State College, submit the required application and supporting documents. Then complete the required steps for Link to FAU.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of Link to FAU?
- Guaranteed entry to FAU – Students graduating with A.A. are guaranteed admission to FAU.*
- Priority admissions to FAU – Provides a smooth transition through the FAU admissions process that guarantees a quick admission decision.
- FAU will have designated 'admit days' on your campus.
- Convenient classroom locations – FAU Regional Campuses located across south Florida: Boca Raton, Treasure Coast, Jupiter, and Broward County.
- Enriched academic advising – Students receive comprehensive on-site advising from both Broward College, Indian River State College, or Palm Beach State College and FAU Advisors.
How is the Link to FAU different from the 2+2?
- The 2+2 guarantees admission to one of the 11 state universities and not necessarily to one of your choice.
- Once you have indicated your participation in the program, your college and FAU work together to prepare you for completion of your bachelor’s degree.
- You must apply and be accepted to Broward College, Indian River State College, or Palm Beach State College. For their admission information please visit the individual Admissions Office or website.
- Complete the Statement of Intent and submit it to Broward College Admissions, Indian River State College and Palm Beach State College Admissions.
- Submit the online application to FAU after completing 30 credits towards your AA degree at Broward College, Indian River State College, or Palm Beach State College.
- Provide official transcripts from any other schools you have attended to your selected college and FAU as well as any other required documents.
- Meet with an advisor before initial registration and at regular intervals to maintain an appropriate academic plan. For the advising services please visit: Broward College Advising, Indian River State College Advising, or Palm Beach State College Advising.
- At 15 hours, meet with your college advisor.
- At 30 hours, meet with your college advisor and FAU advisors.
- At 45 hours, meet with your college advisor and FAU advisors and confirm status with FAU.
- Maintain continuous enrollment towards your AA degree. Continuous enrollment is defined as being enrolled in classes without a break of two or more consecutive regular semesters/terms.
- Complete your AA degree (or articulated as AS degree) in six major semesters or less including prerequisite courses required for your intended major at FAU.
- Apply for graduation from your College by the published deadline in the term you will complete your requirements. Be sure to send to FAU an official transcript verifying completion of your degree, either an Associate in Arts or an Associate of Science in a program which specifically articulates to FAU.
- Verify your acceptance to FAU.
*Consistent with university policy. Limited access and restricted access programs may require an additional admission process.
