Palm Beach Atlantic University

901 South Flagler Drive - West Palm Beach, FL 33416
  • Region: Southeast
  • Campus Setting: City
  • Size: Small

You were chosen to search out truth, to join other curious minds, and to embrace your unique calling - and Palm Beach Atlantic University is the perfect place to embark on this adventure. Palm Beach Atlantic University is a private, Christian university located one mile from the Atlantic Ocean and in downtown West Palm Beach, Florida. We have nearly 100 undergraduate majors and a strong emphasis on internships and experiential learning, through a focus on and commitment to Christ.

At Palm Beach Atlantic University, you will experience a university that will equip you to transform your innate gifts into all that you were chosen to become. You'll find a body of engaged learners that don't shy away from asking the difficult questions, that are hard at work unlocking a future that matters, and who walk out their faith boldly in service to others.

We're a school uniquely situated on the Intracoastal Waterway in downtown West Palm Beach. Between campus and the Atlantic Ocean are some of the best internship and experiential learning opportunities available to inquisitive learners.

With enrollment under 3,800, a student-to-faculty ratio of 12:1, and class sizes that average 17, you will be truly known. The world needs you to become who God chose you to be, and Palm Beach Atlantic University is dedicated to help you thrive.

Upcoming Events

  • 9:00 AM until 2:30 PM Eastern Daylight Time

Ready To Be a PBA Sailfish For a Day?!

PBA's Preview Day is the best way to fully immerse yourself in the campus experience. 
Students and Parents will have the opportunity to:

  • Tour the campus
  • Hear from our chapel band and campus pastor
  • Connect with current students, faculty, and staff 
  • Learn more about the admissions and scholarship process
  • Learn more about financial aid, student services, and so much more!
  • 9:30 AM until 1:30 PM Eastern Daylight Time

9:30 a.m.- Check-in

10:00 a.m. - Welcome Session

10:20 a.m. - Tour of Campus 

11:20 a.m. - Breakout Sessions 

12:00 p.m. Lunch

1:00 p.m. - Optional Meetings with Faculty, Admissions, or Financial Aid

  • 9:00 AM until 2:30 PM Eastern Daylight Time

Ready To Be a PBA Sailfish For a Day?!

PBA's Preview Day is the best way to fully immerse yourself in the campus experience. 
Students and Parents will have the opportunity to:

  • Tour the campus
  • Hear from our chapel band and campus pastor
  • Connect with current students, faculty, and staff 
  • Learn more about the admissions and scholarship process
  • Learn more about financial aid, student services, and so much more!
  • 9:00 AM until 2:30 PM Eastern Daylight Time

Ready To Be a PBA Sailfish For a Day?!

PBA's Preview Day is the best way to fully immerse yourself in the campus experience. 
Students and Parents will have the opportunity to:

  • Tour the campus
  • Hear from our chapel band and campus pastor
  • Connect with current students, faculty, and staff 
  • Learn more about the admissions and scholarship process
  • Learn more about financial aid, student services, and so much more!

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About Palm Beach Atlantic University

There-s an energy, environment and community at PBA unlike any other college or university in America. Our people are guided by their Christian values. Our academic offerings are proven and respected by top employers and elite graduate institutions. And our setting in the heart of West Palm Beach brings boundless academic, entertainment, recreational and professional opportunities.

Mission Statement

The mission of Palm Beach Atlantic University is to prepare students for lifelong learning and leadership by offering excellent undergraduate, graduate and professional programs of study in the Arts, Humanities, Sciences and selected professions. Palm Beach Atlantic University is a private, independent university dedicated to the intentional integration of Christian principles. As a community of learners, the University provides students with a rigorous educational environment that leads to intellectual, spiritual and personal character development.