Key details
Type of institution
University
Year established
1965
Total students
58,000
On campus accomodation
Available
About
Florida International University is an urban, multi campus, public research university serving its students and the diverse population of South Florida. It is committed to high quality teaching, state-of-the-art research and creative activity, and collaborative engagement with the local and global communities. The University’s vision is to be a leading urban public research university focused on student learning, innovation, and collaboration.
With more than 200 bachelors, masters and doctoral options and South Florida’s only public colleges of law and medicine, FIU offers a program to fit every passion. It’s academic community is composed of 11 schools and colleges including the prestigious Honors College that are home to award winning faculty members, cutting edge research and more than 190 degree options. Equipped with a uniquely global perspective and supported by the renowned faculty members, the university students have the competitive edge needed to turn the impossible into the inevitable, recognizing opportunity and creating success. There are 24 programs ranked among the top 100 in the U.S. News Best College Rankings. Including: Business, Law, Public Affairs, Nursing, Healthcare Management, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Engineering, Criminal Justice and Education.
From suburban Miami-Dade, home to the main campus, to where the researchers live underwater and see the world from a new perspective, the university’s locations leverage the vibrant environment and culture that surrounds it at the Gateway to the Americas. The main campus spans 342 acres. Its home to many of FIU’s most recognized school and colleges and features a variety of restaurants and residence options and a spacious, fully equipped recreation center in a lush, suburban setting. globe icon Visit Website
Rankings
- 107 - 127 501 - 600
Accreditations
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Campuses

Biscayne Bay Campus - Florida International University

3000 NE 151 Street, North Miami, Florida, 33181

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Downtown on Brickell - Florida International University

1101 Brickell Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33131

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Modesto A. Maidique, Main - Florida International University

11200 S.W. 8th Street, Miami, Florida, 33199

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Modesto A. Maidique, Main Campus - Florida International University

11200 S.W. 8th Street, Miami, Florida, 33199

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