Owl Battalion (FAU)
Hosted at Florida Atlantic University · , FL
Owl Battalion (FAU) runs Army ROTC at Florida Atlantic University for cadets across Florida.
Quick facts
About this program
For cadets at Florida Atlantic University, the path to a commission runs through Owl Battalion (FAU). The unit goes by the Owl. The battalion reports up through U.S. Army Cadet Command, and graduates pin on as second lieutenants.
Beyond Florida Atlantic University, the unit serves cadets from Lynn University, Palm Beach Atlantic University, and Palm Beach State College under cross-enrollment agreements. Field training, drill, and Military Science classes run at the host; partner-school cadets manage the commute.
Scholarship-wise, expect the full Army ROTC menu: AROTC 4-Year National, AROTC 3-Year Advanced, Minuteman (Reserve/Guard), Green-to-Gold (prior-enlisted). Academically, Florida Atlantic University is known for mathematics and applied analytics alongside international affairs and language study, which gives cadets a meaningful range of degree paths under the same commissioning umbrella.
Cross-town partners
| Institution | Relationship | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynn University , FL | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Palm Beach Atlantic University , FL | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Palm Beach State College , FL | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Army scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at Owl Battalion (FAU).
Academic programs at Florida Atlantic University
Cadets at Owl Battalion (FAU) pursue degrees across Florida Atlantic University's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See Florida Atlantic University's profile →
Training & summer
Army cadets attend Cadet Summer Training (CST) at Fort Knox between their MS-III and MS-IV years for Advanced Camp, plus optional CULP overseas, Airborne, and Air Assault schools.
Contact & location
Address: , FL
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Owl Battalion (FAU) located?
- Owl Battalion (FAU) is hosted at Florida Atlantic University in , FL.
- Can students at other schools join Owl Battalion (FAU)?
- Yes — Owl Battalion (FAU) accepts cross-town and partner students from 3 other institutions, including Lynn University, Palm Beach Atlantic University, Palm Beach State College. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through Owl Battalion (FAU) as any major?
- Army programs accept students from most academic majors at Florida Atlantic University. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- How do I contact Owl Battalion (FAU)?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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