We opened our doors in 1972 with a mission of bringing affordable, high-quality education to the South Florida. Still one of the state’s youngest universities, we’ve made good on that promise. We’ve developed nationally ranked academic programs, earned the Carnegie Foundation’s highest designation for research activity and built the region’s only public schools of law and medicine. Along the way, more than 300,000 students have earned their degrees here and our Panther alumni family now spans the globe. Ready to join our FIU family? Experience FIU to learn more.
Uplifting and Empowering Student Success
FIU is committed to excellence in student success, research and teaching, regardless of the challenges.
No. 4 best public university, according to Wall Street Journal
Top 10 in undergraduate teaching among public universities
Top 15 in innovation among public universities
Save the date!Fall Showcase
Friday, October 11, 2024
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Biscayne Bay Campus
Featuring: Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management, Lee Caplin School of Journalism & Media, and Marine Biology.
Friday, October 18, 2024
Noon - 4 p.m. | Modesto A. Maidique Campus
Featuring: College of Arts, Sciences and Education, College of Engineering and Computing, Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing & Health Sciences, and Robert Stempel College of Public Health & Social Work.
Friday, October 25, 2024
Noon - 4 p.m. | Modesto A. Maidique Campus
Featuring: College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts, College of Business, College of Law, and Steven J. Green SChool of International and Public Affairs
Registration opens August 28!
We’ll Show You Around
FIU started as an abandoned airfield in a quiet suburb of Miami Dade County. It’s come a long way since. Schedule a visit and our guides will be happy to show you what we’ve done with the place.
Explore our degrees and find your perfect fit. We offer more than 200 options, including many nationally ranked programs.
Immerse yourself in college life. Our on-campus housing offers a variety of safe, convenient and luxurious living options.
Everything you need is right on campus. From hamburgers to haircuts, we’ve got your day-to-day life covered.
There’s more to college than textbooks and tests. Get involved, make new friends, explore your interests and make a difference.
A Carnegie R1-designated institution, FIU is home to cutting-edge research that takes on the world’s toughest challenges
Broaden your horizons. Our Study Abroad programs span the globe and reflect the diversity and international spirit of FIU.
The Graduate Experience
As a graduate student, you’ll be fully immersed in your field of study. From art exhibitions to political summits to hackathons, each college and school has something different to offer. In addition, the University Graduate School enriches grad life on campus through student committees, the Graduate Symposium and other student-led programs.
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Life in Miami
Vibrant. Energetic. Active. That's FIU. That's the global city of Miami—the backdrop for your FIU education. From world-renowned nightlife to white sand beaches to cultural establishments like Art Basel and the South Beach Wine and Food Festival — Miami is a city teeming with life and beauty.
But Miami’s tropical breezes attract more than just tourists. It’s also home to some of the largest national and international companies, hospitals, medical centers, research institutes, and biotechnology companies. That means lots of opportunity for jobs and internships.
There's something for everyone in the Magic City. See what else Miami and FIU have to offer.
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