Is Florida Atlantic University a good company to work for?

Florida Atlantic University has an overall rating of 4.1 out of 5, based on over 988 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has increased by 3% over the last 12 months. 73% of employees would recommend working at Florida Atlantic University to a friend and 60% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Florida Atlantic University have been left by employees working as Teaching Assistant , Graduate Teaching Assistant and Graduate Assistant .

Does Florida Atlantic University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Florida Atlantic University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.3 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Florida Atlantic University. This rating has decreased by 9% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Florida Atlantic University?

73% of Florida Atlantic University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Florida Atlantic University 4.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.1 for culture and values and 3.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Florida Atlantic University?

Graduate Teaching Assistant (46) , Graduate Research Assistant (38) , Research Assistant (36) , Graduate Assistant (17) , Teaching Assistant (15) , Adjunct Professor (13) , Coordinator (10) , Math Tutor (10) , Program Assistant (10) , Administrative Assistant (9) , Assistant Professor (9) , Associate Director (9) , GTA Graduate Teaching Assistant (9) , Instructor (9) , Assistant Director (8)

What are the pros of working at Florida Atlantic University according to real employee reviews?

"Great place to work and great benefit" ((in 46 reviews)); "The people and the staff is great." ((in 42 reviews)); "Flexible Hours to fit class and study schedule" ((in 29 reviews)); "Great work environment." ((in 21 reviews)); "Great staff and good experience to gain while in school" ((in 20 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Florida Atlantic University according to real employee reviews?

"Way too much politics and low salaries" ((in 34 reviews)); "I have experienced bad leadership at the Department level." ((in 16 reviews)); "Lack of career growth and very low pay" ((in 6 reviews)); "Demanding, Busy, Communication, Scheduling, Hours" ((in 4 reviews)); "Woefully understaffed, limited opportunity for growth for entry level employees." ((in 4 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Florida Atlantic University locations?

Boca Raton , Jupiter , Davie , Fort Lauderdale , Fort Pierce , Miami , Delray Beach , West Palm Beach , Dania Beach , Tamarac , Dania , Lake Worth , Pembroke Pines , Pompano Beach , Coral Springs , Fort Worth , Houston , Santa Barbara , Florida City , Sunrise

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Florida Atlantic University reviews

4.1

73% would recommend to a friend

(889 total reviews)

Adam Hasner

57% approve of CEO

60% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.2

Diversity & inclusion

4.2

Work/Life balance

4.1

Culture & values

3.8

Career opportunities

3.7

Senior management

3.3

Compensation and benefits

Florida Atlantic University has an employee rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 889 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Florida Atlantic University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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889 reviews

4.0

Aug 12, 2025

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Resident physician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Very professional institution, supportive to employees.

Cons

Room for improvement with regards to salary/ compensation.

4.0

Aug 7, 2025

Great place to work

Tech support

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Reliable positions with great benefits

Cons

Not competitive pay, onsite required for all employees, undervalued employees

3.0

Aug 1, 2025

State university job

Program coordinator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great benefits for the employees and their families, and flexibility is another advantage.

Cons

The salaries are very low for the standard of living.

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