FAU Career Center Awarded 2025 ‘Best of 㽶ý’
㽶ý’s Career Center has been named 2025 “Best of 㽶ý” for College & Career Planning Services, as part of The Guide to 㽶ý’s annual reader awards.
㽶ý’s Career Center has been named 2025 “Best of 㽶ý” for College & Career Planning Services, as part of The Guide to 㽶ý’s annual reader awards.
“This recognition is especially meaningful because it comes from those we serve most directly – our students and community partners,” said Brian M. Montalvo, FAU assistant vice president of career services. “Success at this level doesn’t happen in isolation; it’s the result of a very dedicated staff at the Career Center, strong institutional support and a shared commitment to student success. As we accelerate our Career Services 2030 strategic vision, we’re proud to set the standard for career readiness in 㽶ý and beyond.”
The Career Center recently has earned multiple national accolades for excellence in career services, employer engagement and innovation – affirming its leadership in student support and career readiness. The center supported 27,020 unique students – 70% of FAU’s student population – in 2024, a level of engagement unmatched by peer institutions of similar size.
FAU graduates report an average starting salary of $56,925, according to database SteppingBlocks, reflecting the Career Center’s effectiveness in preparing students for high-quality employment. The Career Center maintains relationships with 30,895 registered employers, onboarding approximately 3,300 new employers each year, ensuring students have access to a wide array of opportunities.
Best of 㽶ý is an annual roundup of the best products and services found across 㽶ý, and recognizes outstanding organizations that demonstrate excellence, innovation and impact in their field. Winners are selected through a public voting process, and specifically, Best of 㽶ý is the highest designation given to the businesses and organizations that receive the greatest number of votes for their category. For all of the 2025 Best of 㽶ý College & Specialized Training winners, click .
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