Student Resources
- Athletics
- Banking Services
- Campus Copy
- Campus Mail Services
- Cashier's Office
- Check Cashing
- Community College and Transfer Student Services
- Center for Child Care & Development
- Center for Learning And Student Success (Class)
- Food Services
- International Programs
- Notary Public
- Office of Financial Aid
- Office of Veterans Affairs
- The Owl Card Center
- The Owl Card Debit Card Program
- The OWL Bucks Program
- Palm Tran Bus Passes
- The University Bookstore
- Student Employment Office
- Student Financial Services
- Student Purchases with Office Depot
- Testing and Evaluation
- University Center for Excellence in Writing
- Universities Galleries
Athletics
FAU has 18 varsity men's and women's sports teams that compete at the highest level in NCAA Division I athletics, which promises an exciting and active year for sports fans. Athletics compete in the Sun Belt Conference and Mid-American Conference throughout the calendar season. The cheer and dance teams, who compete nationally each year, help to complete the department comprised of more than 500 student-athletes. The athletic department is located in the Tom Oxley Athletic Center at 777 Glades Road on the Boca Raton campus.
To be successful on the playing field, you need a leader with vision. You need goal-minded individuals to carry out the mission and you need those with talent willing to come together as one to accomplish that mission.
For more information on FAU athletics, visit http://fausports.collegesports.com.
Banking Services
Business Services administers the banking relationship with the University. BankAtlantic has a full-service branch located in the Student Services Building West. In addition to the full-service branch, there are four ATM's located on the Boca Raton campus. If you are a financial aid recipient, you may have your award directly deposited to your BankAtlantic account for immediate access. Your Owl Card becomes your ATM card for all BankAtlantic account holders.
Phone: (561) 361-2889
Campus Copy
Campus Copy is a full service copy and finishing center. The following services are available:
- Black and White and Color Copies
- Transparencies
- Presentation spiral binding
- Fax Service
Location: Between Starbucks and Bookstore
Phone: (561) 297-3508
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Campus Mail Services
A self service US Postal Service Kiosk is located in Campus Copy. You can purchase stamps, mail a letter, ship a package and perform most US Mail Services.
Location: Campus Copy
Phone: (561) 297-3172
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cashier's Office
The Cashier’s Office in Boca Raton is the centralized location and point of collection for in person payments on student accounts and departmental deposits for the Boca campus. Students can make payments in person at this Cashier’s Office or at the Cashier’s Offices located on the Davie, Jupiter or Treasure Coast campuses. No credit cards are accepted at the Cashier’s Offices. We can only accept cash, check, money order, or debit card payments at all of the Cashier’s Offices.
Payments using a credit card (MasterCard, Discover, and American Express only), can only be accepted on line using the FAU Self Service link on the home page of My FAU.
For more information, visit www.fau.edu/controller/student_information/cashiers.php
Location: Boca Raton Campus, Student Services Building, Room 116
Hours: Boca Raton Cashier’s Office: Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Note that the hours on the other campuses may be different –please contact them for their hours)
Phone: Boca Raton Campus Cashier (561) 297-3105, Davie Campus Cashier 954-236-1020, Jupiter Campus Cashier 561-799-8510, Treasure Coast Campus Cashier 772-873-3303
E-Mail: Boca Raton Campus Cashier: Boca.Cashier@fau.edu, Davie Campus Cashier: DVE.Cashier@fau.edu, Jupiter Campus Cashier: jdm.cashier@fau.edu; Treasure Coast Campus Cashier: PSL.Cashier@fau.edu
Check Cashing
You may cash a personal check up to $25 plus a 25¢ charge in the FAU bookstore by presenting your current student ID and driver's license. Payroll or third-party checks cannot be cashed.
Community College and Transfer Student Relations
The Office of Community College and Transfer Student Relations serves as a liaison between FAU, state community colleges and other colleges and universities and agencies, particularly in matters of academic program articulation. The office coordinates with and assists the Office of Admissions in the transfer student process, helping to ensure a smooth transition for transfer students into the University.
Location: SU 117
Phone: (561) 297-2644
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For more information, e-mail admissions@fau.edu
Center for Child Care & Development
The Karen Slattery Educational Research Center for Child Development (ERCCD) is located next to the A.D. Henderson School and falls under the newly established Center for Early Childhood Education, Research and Community Partnerships within the College of Education. Approximately 100 children, ranging in age from six weeks to five years, participate in the program. The school is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children and boasts a play-based thematic curriculum. In addition to providing a developmentally appropriate, high-quality program for children, the ERCCD also serves as a research and training facility for University students and faculty. Enrollment priority is given first to FAU students and then to FAU employees. Upon acceptance, a non-refundable registration fee of $125 and two months' tuition are due. Payments are made monthly thereafter, and a new registration fee is required each year at the time of re-enrollment.
Center for Learning And Student Success (CLASS)
The purpose of the Center for Learning And Student Success (CLASS) is to promote academic and personal achievement by engaging students, forming partnerships and creating programs and services to foster student success and the retention of undergraduate students. Our center is here to assist students through programs such as Freshman Learning Communities (FLCs), Living Learning Communities (LLCs), Supplemental Instruction (SI), tutoring and other academic support, success workshops and one-on-one assistance to help you meet your educational goals.
Location: Student Support Services, Room 130
Phone: (561) 297-0906
E-mail: stay@fau.edu
You can also find us on FACEBOOK (CLASSY.OWLS) or AIM: CLASSYOWLS
Food Services
Business Services manages the contract with Chartwells to provide food services to the Boca Raton and Jupiter campuses. The FAU Food Services Program is a well rounded program receiving national attention being rated a Centre of Excellence. There are only 12 College and University Centers of Excellence in the United States. A COE is a rating grated to a university whose food services program excels in categories including; sanitation, customer service, food quality and variety and the like. The program on the Boca Raton campus includes resident dining, retail dining and catering. The Center Marketplace is FAU’s resident all you care to eat dining hall and is open to all students, faculty and staff. The retail program includes Wendy’s, Papa John’s, Quiznos, Einstein’s, Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts, Coyote Jacks, Chick N Grill, Jow Jing and several convenience stores. Meal plans for resident and non- resident students may be purchased on line at www.dineoncampus.com/fau.
International Programs (Study Abroad)
The Office of International Programs (OIP) is FAU’s “Global Gateway,” encouraging international education activities for undergraduate and graduate students, faculty and staff across the 9 academic colleges on all FAU campuses. OIP creates access to study abroad programs, student research and academic internships, reciprocal student exchanges, faculty teaching opportunities abroad and international research exchange. Study abroad advisors counsel FAU students on overseas learning options, help arrange course work for academic credit towards an FAU degree, and offer country specific orientations prior to departure. OIP also advises on international Fellowships such as Fulbright, Boren and Gilman awards that students can use to help cover the costs of going abroad. Lastly OIP manages international exchange agreements with universities around the world that give students and faculty opportunities to spend time abroad.
Location: Building 80 (SU), room 106
Phone: 561-297-1208
Email: goabroad@fau.edu
Website: www.fau.edu/goabroad
Notary Public
Need something notarized? There are several notaries on campus. Most college dean's offices have notarizing services.
Office of Financial Aid
The Office of Student Financial Aid offers a comprehensive program of student financial aid including grants, loans, federal work study and part-time employment for enrolled degree seeking students. Assistance is awarded in compliance with state, federal and University regulations on the basis of financial need and academic merit.
Location: SU 233/234
Phone: (561) 297-3530
Office of Veterans Affairs
A complete range of Veterans Affairs (VA) information (certification, tutorial assistance, VA work-study, VA loans, deferments, dual enrollment, etc.) can be found online at our website . If you are a veteran or a dependent of a veteran, notify this office with any questions or changes that could affect your benefits.
To help ensure prompt payment of VA benefits, make sure all required documents are completed and in the Office of Veterans' Affairs in the following months for the semesters specified below:
April: VA Certification Cards are due for SUMMER "1" "2" and "3" semesters.
May: VA Certification Cards are due for the FALL semester.
October: VA Certification Cards are due for the SPRING semester.
Location: SU 233A
Phone: (561) 297-1250
The Owl Card Center
The Owl Card Center issues the official picture identification card for the University community. The Owl Card is required for all students and is available to faculty and staff. An Owl Card may be obtained by presenting an official government issued ID (driver's license, passport, military ID). An Owl Card is needed to use the University library, recreation facilities, receive student discounts, obtain a meal plan, use computer labs, access residence halls, and selected buildings and labs and participate in the Owl Card Debit Program.
Location: Student Union, Room 129
Phone: (561) 297-2700.
The Owl Card Debit Card Program
The Owl Card Debit Program allows cardholders to put money on their cards in either the Owl Card Center or in cash-to-card machines located throughout campus. You may then use your Owl Card to pay for purchases at computer labs (pay for print), select vending machines, copiers and future applications.
The OWL Bucks Program
The OWL Bucks Program is an on line feature allowing parents and students to apply money to this account either in person in Business Services or more conveniently on line. This account is accepted in retail outlets on campus including; Starbucks, Coyote Jacks, Outtakes Convenience Stores, Einstein’s, Dunkin Donuts, Wendy’s, Quiznos, Papa Johns, Chic-n-Grill, Jow Jing, and the FAU Pharmacy. This program is a convenient way to budget campus spending.
Palm Tran Bus Passes
Business Services has a relationship with the Board of County Commissioners for the sale of Palm Tran bus passes. They are available for purchase in the Owl Card Center.
The University Bookstores
The FAU Bookstore stocks all textbooks for courses offered on the Boca Raton campus, reference books and school supplies, as well as convenience foods, drinks, clothing, insignia merchandise and greeting cards. Hours of operation are extended during the beginning of each semester.
Location: Off the Breezeway
Phone: (561) 297-3720.
Student Financial Services
Student Financial Services is responsible for the collection of all funds due to the university, student account billing, Financial Aid refunds and collection of delinquent accounts.
For detailed information on such topics as payment deadlines, installment plans, direct deposit, Florida Prepaid, on line payment and many more topics please use this link http://www.fau.edu/controller/student_information/.
Location: Boca Raton Campus, Student Services Building, Room 227
Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Phone: (561) 297-6101
E-Mail: student.billings@fau.edu
Student Employment Office
The Student Employment Office maintains a job database available to all FAU students seeking part-time employment regardless of financial need. Jobs are available on campus only. Interested students should contact the Student Employment directly for additional information.
Location: Admissions (Bldg. 10) Room 102
Phone: (561) 297-2807 or (561) 297-6156
Student Purchases with Office Depot
Business Services administers the University contract for the purchase of office supplies. Contract pricing has been extended to FAU students. Students can go on-line and place orders and take advantage of the tremendous savings (up to 55% off!) offered by Office Depot. Orders are delivered to the Owl Card Center and available for pick up the next day in most cases.
Testing and Evaluation
The Office of Testing and Evaluation provides information about test dates, test centers, registration deadlines, and fees for many state and national tests. Registration forms and brochures are available for the ACT, CLEP, FTCE, GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, SAT, and TOEFL. Testing and Evaluation administers the following computer-based tests (CBT’s) on weekdays and Saturdays: ACCUPLACER, CLEP, FTCE, HESI, and MAT. TOEFL and GRE inter-net based tests are to be introduced in late 2006. Arrangements may be made to have correspondence tests proctored in the office. Make-up exams may be taken on a limited basis on weekdays.
Location: SU 210
Phone: (561) 297-3160 Fax: (561) 297-0170.
NOTE: The Florida legislature has repealed the College Level Academic Skills Test (CLAST) statute, effective July 1, 2009, and replaced it with a new College Level Academic Skills (CLAS) requirement. The change has important implications for undergraduates, and will be of interest to faculty and staff. Please visit MyFAU homepage for detailed information.
University Center for Excellence in Writing
Need help with your writing project? Make an appointment at the University Center for Excellence in Writing—FAU’s free writing center. No matter how strong or weak a writer you are, we will help you improve your writing by discussing your work with well trained consultants, gaining perspective on your ideas and arguments, and developing strategies in reading and writing for all writing projects. We also provide online consulting via digital microphone and webcam. Visit our website at www.fau.edu/UCEW for scheduling appointments and additional information.
Locations:
Boca Raton – Main, 561.297.3498, SO, Room 107
Boca Raton - Oxley Center, Room 116
Davie, 954.236.1111, LA, Room 220
Jupiter, 561.799.8561, SR, Room 200
University Galleries
The Ritter Art Gallery is located on the second floor of the Breezeway. The Schmidt Center Gallery is located in the Performing Arts building of the Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters.
