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About FIU Global First Year
Location: Miami, Florida
Enrollment: 58,046
Setting: Urban
Type: Public, Co-Ed
City Population: 470,914
Climate: 24.7°C - 32.7°C
U.S. News Rank: #187
International Student Rate: 7%
About FIU Global First Year
Located in the vibrant, international city of Miami, Florida International University is one of the largest public research universities in the U.S. Designed for adventurous and ambitious international students, the FIU Global First Year program prepares you for academic, social and professional success.
Why FIU?
Florida International University offers more than 110 undergraduate degree programs. International business, hospitality, engineering and criminal justice are among FIU’s top fields of study.
- #105 Top Public Schools—U.S. News & World Report, 2020
- #2 International Business Undergraduate program —U.S. News & World Report, 2020
- 24 programs ranked in the Top 100 —U.S. News & World Report, 2019
- #1 in the nation for awarding degrees to Hispanic students
- 220,000+ alumni worldwide
- Top Tier Research University in the U.S. R1 —Carnegie Research
- Aquarius Reef Base, the only underwater research laboratory in the world
Get Involved & Get Outdoors
- 300+ student clubs, honor societies and interest groups to join
- 18 Division I sports teams including football, baseball, swimming and soccer
- State-of-the-art fitness facilities and student center
Campus Life & City Guide
Miami: Global, Entrepreneurial, Vibrant
The most populated metro area in Florida, Miami is an international hub known for its community spirit, lively hospitality, food, beaches and Latin-American culture.
With sunny, warm weather year-round, Miami’s famous beaches and natural parks are popular with tourists, international business travelers and young professionals in the growing tech, international finance, healthcare, hospitality and tourism sectors.
With FIU set in the heart of city, Miami will be your campus, too.
- America’s 20 Coolest Cities —Forbes, 2017
- 1,100+ multinational companies are based in Miami including Marriott Hotels, Royal Caribbean International and American Airlines.
- Take in the famous Art Deco architecture along South Beach.
- Visit Everglades National Park, Biscayne Bay, 16 beaches or more than 800 area parks.
- Head to Little Havana for local Cuban food, salsa dancing and a day of Latin-American culture.
- Explore the Miami Design District and hundreds of art museums and galleries.
- 20 minutes to Miami International Airport, with 100+ airlines
International Student Services
As an international student enrolling at a select U.S. News Global Education school, you will have access to exclusive programs and services.
To make your transition as easy as possible, our enrollment counselors set you up for success with:
Application Assistance
- Streamlined application process
- Assigned counselor
- Major/field of study guidance
Pre-Arrival Guidance
- Visa interview help
- Prep webinars & checklists
- Help with required forms
Campus Transition
- Airport welcome
- Student & parent orientation
- Cultural group outings
Academic Support
- Classes for your academic level
- English-language & ESL help
- Tutoring support
Career Growth
- Career Accelerator Program
- Internship assistance
- Job search help
I'm looking forward to
Undergraduate Programs
Major Lists
STEM Field & Computer Science
Biology
Biomedical Engineering
Chemistry
Civil Engineering
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Dietetics and Nutrition
Earth Sciences
Electrical Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Environmental Studies
Geosciences
Information Technology
Marine Biology
Mathematics/Statistics
Mechanical Engineering
Physics
Sustainability and the Environment
Business, Finance & Economics
Accounting
Business Administration
Construction Management
Economics
Finance
Health Service Administration
Human Resources
International Business
Logistics and Supply Chain Management Management
Management of Information Systems
Marketing
Public Administration
Real Estate
Recreation and Sports Management
Social Sciences & Humanities
Advertising
Anthropology/Sociology
Asian Studies
Broadcasting
Communication Arts
Criminal Justice
Digital Media Studies
English
French
Geography
History
Hospitality Administration
Hospitality Management
Interdisciplinary Studies
International Relations
Journalism
Latin American ad Caribbean Studies
Liberal Studies
Philosophy
Political Science
Portuguese
Psychology
Public Relations
Religious Studies
Social Work
Spanish
Women’s Studies
Dates & Costs
For the latest application dates and program costs information, please visit globalfiu.com.
Entry Requirements
G1Y students may pursue any of the 140 undergraduate degree options offered. However, many degree programs have unique entry and progression requirements based on academic background and performance.
Have a question about a specific degree? Our admissions team would be happy to help.
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Global First Year (2 Semesters) |
Global First Year (3 Semesters) | Pre-Sessional English |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPA Requirement | 2.8 | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| TOEFL® Requirements | 68+, no subscore below 14 | 60, no subscore below 12 |
41-59, no subscore below 8 |
| IELTS™ Requirements | 5.5+, no subscore below 5.0 | 5.0, no subscore below 4.5 | 4.0, no subscore below 3.5 |
| ITEP | 3.5+ | 3.0-3.4 | 2.0-2.4 |
| Other Standardized Tests Requirements | None | None | None |
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Location:
Miami, Florida
About FIU Global First Year
Location: Miami, Florida
Enrollment: 58,046
Setting: Urban
Type: Public, Co-Ed
City Population: 470,914
Climate: 24.7°C - 32.7°C
U.S. News Rank: #187
International Student Rate: 7%
