Palm Beach Atlantic University

Palm Beach Atlantic University
Former names
Palm Beach Atlantic College (1968–2002)
MottoEnlightening Minds, Enriching Souls, Extending Hands
TypePrivate university
Established1968; 56 years ago (1968)
Religious affiliation
Nondenominational Christian[1]
Endowment$100.5 million (2022)[2]
PresidentDebra A. Schwinn
ProvostStephen Johnson
Academic staff
397[2]
Students3,875[2]
Undergraduates2,427[2]
Postgraduates765[2]
Location, ,
U.S.

26°42′13″N 80°03′05″W / 26.7036°N 80.0514°W / 26.7036; -80.0514
ColorsNavy Blue & White
   
NicknameSailfish
Sporting affiliations
NCAA Division IISunshine State
Websitewww.pba.edu

Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBA) is a private nondenominational Christian university in West Palm Beach, Florida. The university's nine colleges focus on the liberal arts with a select collection of professional studies. In 2023, its undergraduate enrollment was approximately 2,400.

Founded in 1968, the university grew out of a local Baptist church. PBA is now a nondenominational institution. It operated out of assorted buildings until the first purpose-built campus building was completed in 1982. A subsidiary campus operates in Orlando. Eighteen sports teams represent the university in NCAA Division II competitions.

  1. ^ "Palm Beach Atlantic University's new president has controversial past". Palm Beach Post. Archived from the original on November 16, 2009. Retrieved January 14, 2017.
  2. ^ a b c d e "Palm Beach Atlantic University Fact Book". Palm BEach Atlantic University.