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Florida International University (FIU) is a public research university with colleges and schools that offer bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs in fields such as business, engineering, and law to name but a few. FIU serves a diverse community of students with more than ten locations worldwide and a population of more than 3,500 international students from over 140 countries.
With more than 200 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral options – many available online – and South Florida’s only public colleges of law and medicine, FIU offers a program to fit every passion.
The FIU College of Engineering and Computing is South Florida’s leading engineering education resource with more than 109 award-winning and patent-holding faculty researchers. The college offers a complete range of fully accredited degree programs including biomedical and construction management to name a few.
FIU’s business programs are highly regarded with graduates emerging ready to fulfill critical roles in companies across the globe. The College of Business is among the five percent of elite business schools worldwide accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
FIU’s College of Medicine and College of Nursing and Health Sciences offer transformative experiences for all. Allied to a world-class curriculum, the university also offers students a variety of programs and services to help them achieve their personal and professional goals.
FIU students receive the benefit of a well-rounded education—one that isn’t just about a degree program. A degree from FIU is a complete educational experience that prepares graduates with the global learning competencies they need.
FIU is committed to providing the highest quality educational and employment experience to its students, faculty, and staff in a nurturing and supportive environment that supports diversity.
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FIU has recently been acknowledged in the U.S. News & World Report rankings, where six FIU colleges had graduate programs placed in the top 50 amongst public universities. The College of Nursing and Health Sciences, School of International and Public Affairs, College of Business, College of Public Health and Social Work, College of Engineering and Computing, and College of Arts, Sciences & Education had their programs ranked within the top 50 in the 2020 best graduate schools.
A highlight of the rankings was the placement of FIU Business at number four for the best international public MBA programs. Furthermore, the College of Law was rated in the top 50 public law schools in the country. These accolades for FIU follow on from last year’s U.S. News & World Report rankings, which saw FIU place in the top 100 universities in the U.S. for the first time.
US$18,566 Undergraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
US$18,030 Postgraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
US$17,238 Living costs
US$7,488 To live on campus
FIU is consistently ranked in Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine's “100 Best Values in Public Colleges.” FIU’s students pay less tuition up front and carry less debt after graduation than the national average. FIU is dedicated to keeping higher education accessible to all and annually awards more than USD 180 million in financial aid.
Scholarships help students graduate from FIU with little to no debt. Scholarships are usually merit-based financial aid (awarded based on your grades and achievements) but some may have need-based requirements as well.
Students may qualify for additional scholarships based on academic merit, talent, or cultural background. Many funding opportunities are housed on the Academic Works website. FIU encourages students to create an account and browse the database for additional funding options. Each opportunity will have detailed information on the denomination, structure, and criteria for each. The criteria may vary according to the subject, department, or college and students are encouraged to check in detail prior to lodging an application.
The FIU Honors College also offers scholarships to high-achieving FIU students. More information is available on the Honors College website.
Students apply from all around the world to Florida International University to earn degrees online or on-campus. One of the primary prerequisites for international students coming to FIU is that they have English language proficiency.
The TOEFL or IELTS may be required after initial review of application materials. The TOEFL (or IELTS) is required of all applicants whose native language is not English and are offered worldwide.
A minimum score is required for all undergraduate programs and are as follows:
Exceptions for the requirements include citizens from English speaking countries, and also applicants who have completed four years of high school, an undergraduate, or postgraduate degree in the United States or other English-speaking countries.
If students are still finishing high school, while living in their home country, they can gain a valuable advantage with Early University Credit Academy that will help them achieve a bachelor’s degree faster once they are admitted to FIU. Early University Credit Academy offers a shortcut to start earning college credits through FIU Online, while still in high school. The credits that students earn from FIU can be applied toward a full FIU degree - either completed through FIU Online or on campus in Miami, FL. All courses are fully online and can be accessed from anywhere in the world at any time to complete coursework. Courses offered through the program fulfill FIU’s core curriculum classes and are taught by the same faculty that teach on-campus.
With 1,200 world-class faculty, who are supported by 5,400 dedicated staff, Florida International University is known for the diversity and expertise of its instructors. The university carefully recruits top scholars and leaders from an array of nationalities who offer highly specialized knowledge and skills and maintain the highest degrees attainable in their fields.
FIU offers an inclusive environment in courses, whether on campus or online. The university emphasizes research as a major component of its mission. As such, its faculty members are active in the local and global community, whether through their personal involvement and real-world positions or through cutting-edge research initiatives.
FIU faculty have achieved monumental accolades, for example, the chair of humanities, health, and society, Dr. Pedro Greer of the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Obama. The College of Medicine is also recognized by organizations for its extraordinary work to create better health for communities. Within the College of Business, several awards and recognitions have been given to faculty members for their groundbreaking contributions to journal articles as well as pioneering scholarship. Likewise, at the College of Engineering and Computing, distinguished faculty members have received National Science Foundation Career awards, which the U.S. government awards to promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; and to secure the national defense.
As a product of its faculty and staff efforts, FIU is among the ten largest public research institutions in the nation and the university maintains top recognitions including being ranked 17th in the nation by Washington Monthly for engagement and contributions to the community and is classified by Carnegie as a Highest Research Activity University.
FIU’s faculty produces research to build communities and solve issues while they provide highly ranked education to students. In fact, many faculty members have considerable industrial experience, and many maintain active consulting roles to provide current and relevant knowledge to the students in classroom settings. In Washington, D.C., faculty deliver expertise to United States policymakers to help guide discussions on the greatest challenges of our time and discover global solutions. As an urban research university, FIU is investing now to foster the next generation of scientists, which will be the key to global competitiveness, new and better jobs, and a resilient economy.
From engineering discoveries such as how to reduce electronic device energy consumption, to business research on the links between multinationals and small and mid-sized businesses, FIU offers forward-thinking research for tomorrow’s world so graduates can compete internationally.
A variety of ways exist for students to become involved in research, from undergraduate through to doctoral studies. Undergraduate students at FIU are encouraged to contact faculty about current research projects and the availability of opportunities to work with faculty members on their research. Graduate students may also participate in ongoing research at the university and apply for the many internally available fellowships and graduate assistantships. External funding opportunities also exist for graduate students, generally aimed at pre-doctoral/dissertation level students.
FIU has impressive facilities, including a library holding over one million books and a state-of-the-art fitness center complete with a 50-meter swimming pool, basketball courts, tennis courts, squash courts, and soccer fields. There are also over 31 different restaurants across the two campuses, including a Starbucks, Moe's, and Subway.
FIU has recently finished the expansion of its Wellness & Recreation Center to more than double the size of its original facility at the Modesto A. Maidique Campus, including a more than 60,000-square-foot expansion of the gym. The expansion includes:
FIU Housing offers students the real college experience. The university's student housing community is vibrant and bustling with 3,200 students who live, work, and play surrounded by FIU’s lush, expansive campus. On-campus housing is an environment dedicated to meeting all students’ needs. FIU offers an on-campus Residential Life team, which works hard on creating and hosting events for residents year-round.
FIU’s facilities enhance and expand the collaborative capabilities of its research community through the university’s state-of-the-art, shared research facilities and recharge centers. Facilities include the Advanced Mass Spectrometry Facility (AMSF) and the Advanced Material Engineering Research Institute (AMERI) to name just a few.
FIU has a range of clubs and organizations that students can join. Students can get involved with organizations that suit their interests and enhance leadership skills, while they make lifelong friends.
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