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About FIU
Florida International University (FIU) — public non-profit university. It is located in Miami, United States. The higher education institution is considered one of the youngest in the country, as it was founded in 1972. As an active member of State University System of Florida, Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU), Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU). Sport affiliations and memberships: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), FIU is participating in developing the academic environment.
QS World University Rankings collects data on the best institutions in the world, according to which FIU is on top-560. FIU is one of the best universities in the United States. Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE), places the university in 522 position in the world.
FIU offers bachelor and master programs in different fields of study.
The academic calendar at FIU is divided into two semesters, as in many other universities in United States. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. For local citizens, tuition fees at FIU start from 4,999 USD. International students pay a minimum of 14,996 USD per year. With the help of scholarships and financial support programs, students can partially or fully cover the cost of education. Check the university website for up-to-date information on tuition fees and available scholarships.
Academic calendarSemesters
ScholarshipsYes
Financial AidYes
BachelorLocal4,999USD/yearForeign14,996USD/year
MasterLocal7,498USD/yearForeign14,996USD/year
Additional costs
Also, be prepared for additional expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.
Room and boardon campus10,956USD/yearoff campus12,876USD/year
Other expenseson campus4,932USD/yearoff campus5,840USD/year
Study programs at FIU
Medicine
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Marine Biology
ExamsIELTS
Study field
Medicine
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Nursing (BSN)
Study degreeBSN
ExamsIELTS
Study field
Medicine
Physical Sciences
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Physics
ExamsIELTS
Study field
Physical Sciences
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Physics Education
ExamsIELTS
Study field
Physical Sciences
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Physics
ExamsIELTS
Study field
Physical Sciences
Engineering & Technology
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Civil Engineering
ExamsIELTS
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Construction Management
ExamsIELTS
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Humanities
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History - Social Science Education
ExamsIELTS
Study field
Humanities
Computer Science & IT
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Information Technology
ExamsIELTS
Study field
Computer Science & IT
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management Information Systems
Study degreeBBA
ExamsIELTS
Study field
Computer Science & IT
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Engineering
ExamsIELTS
Study field
Computer Science & IT
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Science - Software Design and Development
ExamsIELTS
Study field
Computer Science & IT
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Information Technology
Before submitting documents to the university, applicants take an English language exam. The university accepts the results of IELTS. A subject exam is required. The university relies on the ACT or SAT results.
Master's degree at FIU
When considering candidates for master's programs, the admission committee of the university pays attention to the student's academic performance during the undergraduate program. It is impossible to enter FIU for a master's program without confirming knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing IELTS or TOEFL. There is an opportunity to study at FIU via online master's programs.
FIU campus
The campus of FIU is suburban. Students live in a close-knit community and enjoy the benefits of the natural environment around them. However, they also have access to urban entertainment such as shopping malls, restaurants and cinemas. There is a library on the grounds of the university. There are collected scientific works of graduates and teachers of the university, as well as fiction. Foreigners who come to FIU through exchange programs study and live with local students. Thus, the university promotes intercultural exchange and the establishment of interethnic relations.
Students are allowed to stay in the country for a year after graduation. To do this, you need to extend your student visa or apply for a job seeker visa. Look for more immigration options in our article.
