2022 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDEBOOKWELCOMEInternational Student Services

WELCOME TO FIU
GLOBAL FIRST YEAR

About Our Signature Student Experience

A top-tier research university located in the thriving city of Miami, Florida,. Streamlined application process. Assigned counselor. Major/field-of-study guidance

APPLICATION SUPPORT. Visa interview help
. Prep webinars and checklists. Help with required forms

ACADEMIC SUPPORT. On-Campus and Virtual Programs. Internship and job assistance. Résumé, interview prep and more

FIU’s picturesque campus is a welcoming and diverse community. In addition
to our strong academic programs, our business connections and internshipopportunities will help launch your career in a global marketplace.

As an international student enrolling through the FIU Global First Year Program, you haveaccess to exclusive programs and services as part of your degree.
The FIU Global First Year team gives you personal attention throughout your entire educational
journey, from application to graduation. We set you up for success with:. Classes for your academic level. English-language support. Tutoring support

CAMPUS TRANSITION

PRE-ARRIVAL GUIDANCE. Airport transfer. Student orientations. Cultural group outings and events

CAREER DEVELOPMENTLEARN MORE ABOUT OURSERVICES AT

All of these services are available to you at no additional cost — they are
all included in your tuition!

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Go Beyond Expectations
Join a Global Community
Established in 1972, Florida International University is Miami’s first and only
public research university, offering a wide range of bachelor’s, master’s, anddoctoral degrees.
Ranked among the top 50 innovative public universities by U.S News and World
Report and the top 15 public universities granted U.S. patents in 2018, FIU is
dedicated to enriching the lives of the local and global community.
From groundbreaking researchers to entrepreneurs, FIU students and alumni strive
to be leaders in their field. As a top producer of Fulbright Scholars, FIU is focusedon equipping students with a uniquely global perspective and the competitive edge
to turn the impossible into the achievable.

“I chose FIU because of its location in Miami. It is a great place to study,
and there are students from all over the world here.”—HOANG, VIETNAM, MARKETING“FIU has offered me so many amazing opportunities — from on-campus
organizations to my hospitality internship in Miami Beach. FIU has beena place for me to network and grow as a student and has prepared me tobecome a successful professional.”—NATHALIE, EL SALVADOR, HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENTStrength inSciences. One-of-a-kindscience researchfacilities, including
the Medina Aquarius
Program, the U.S.’sonly permanent
undersea lab. Extensive
undergraduate
research andcross-disciplinary
opportunities acrosstraditional andsocial sciences. Strong track tomedical school

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FACTS AND STATS

#1

#1

#2

Hospitality school in
the Southeast U.S.

FIU’s Model U.N.
team’s rank inNorth America

Undergraduate
International
Business Program—BestDelegate.com, 2019

—U.S. News & World
Report, 2022

—QS World University
Rankings, 2019

Top 100
Public Universities—U.S. News & World Report, 2022

220,000+

WE ARE AS REAL
AS IT GETS
With “International” as our middle name and as one of the five largest publicuniversities, FIU is home to one of the most diverse communities in the UnitedStates. Our steadfast commitment to student success and research excellencecreates an environment that prepares real students, to make a real impact, in thereal world. FIU is an ever-evolving top-50 public research university, paving theTop 15
among publicuniversities granted
U.S. patents in 2018
—National Academy ofInventors and Intellectual
Property Owners 2018

63 feetPanther alumni
around the world

under the ocean Aquarius Reef Base – theworld’s only permanent
underwater research lab

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Top 10programs ranked in
the top 50 among
public universities

National Ranking among
Hispanic-Serving
Insitutions—U.S. News & World Report,
2019-20—Peace Corps

R1 HIGHEST
RESEARCH
ACTIVITY—Carnegie Classification®

81
Fulbright Scholars
at FIU, to date25
Average class size

way among our peers. Taking an innovative approach to education that is all ourown, we are committed to making a real difference along the way.

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LOCATION

Miami: The City of Culture
This multicultural city is truly international: People from more than 150 ethnicities call Miami home. Sixtylanguages are spoken throughout the region. When you study here, you will be part of a vibrant and thriving
business hub that boasts year-round tropical weather and an affordable cost of living, too!
Miami’s warm beaches, culture, food, and festivals attract people from around the world. Have an afternoon
off? South Beach, the Atlantic Ocean, Everglades National Park, and downtown Miami are only 30 minutes
from campus.

A Great Place to Liveand Explore...

A City That
BuildsFutures With:

Miami was ranked the number-one Happiest Place to Work and number 13 on
a list of America’s Coolest Cities by Forbes. This international city is a tropicalparadise and an urban hub with many diverse neighborhoods to explore.

City Highlights

Industry
Leaders Basedin Miami:. GATEWAY TO ADVENTURE
As one of the largest airports in the world, Miami
International Airport (MIA) welcomes the secondhighest number of international passengers inthe U.S.

. American Airlines. Bank of America. Carnival Corp.

. ELECTRIFYING FESTIVALS
Attend Art Basel, an annual contemporary art
event that attracts thousands of artists from 30countries. Or, spot celebrities at global events suchas the Ultra Music Festival and Miami Fashion Week.

(Carnival Cruise Lines). THRIVING ART COMMUNITY
Visit the vibrant neighborhood of Wynwood, an
unconventional art community boasting more than70 galleries and museums.

Weather

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SUMMERWINTER

25.1 °C

19.5 °C. Excellent quality of life
. Great weather. Career opportunities

MIAMI: BEST OF BOTH WORLDSIn Miami, you can explore the stunning coastlines of Key Biscayne andMiami Beach, or dance salsa and sip Cuban coffee in Little Havana.
With more than 800 parks around the city, it is also the only U.S.
city surrounded by two national parks — Biscayne National Park andEverglades National Park.

. L’Oréal. Marriott Hotels. Noven Pharmaceuticals. Perry Ellis International. Royal Caribbean International. Telemundo
Communications Group. Wells Fargo

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UNIVERSITY STORIESReal Exploration
Producing Real Results
FIU’s Aquarius Reef Base — located five miles off the coast of Key Largo in the Florida Keys — is the world’s only
permanent underwater research laboratory. The Medina Aquarius Program is dedicated to oceanic studies, preservingcoral reefs and marine ecosystems and developing state-of-the-art undersea technology.
Also at Aquarius:- NASA astronauts train for International Space Station missions.
- The U.S. Navy conducts readiness training missions.
- Marine biologists and scientists conduct oceanic research projects.
Aquarius has supported more than 120 missions and has produced over 600 peer-reviewed scientific publications.

Real Innovation Making
a Real Difference. Awarded R1 Carnegie

Tier 1 Research Institution. 60+ patents awarded toAt Florida International University, students and faculty are challenged
to find innovative solutions to global problems. Our researchers create
neural-enabled prosthetics, conduct hurricane research and solve
infrastructure issues.

. $100 million+ researchHighlights
Research Classification forthe highest research activity
faculty, staff and alumni
awards granted. Top 15 among public
universities granted U.S.
patent in 2018 (NationalAcademy of Inventors
and Intellectual Property
Owners, 2018).

Home of theAquanauts
Marine biologists, scientists
and oceanographers live
underwater for 10-day
missions collecting data
for eight to nine hours perday. In a small 43 foot-longlaboratory space, these“aquanauts” live, work,
eat and sleep more than60 feet below the ocean’ssurface. Research revolves
around ocean health,including warming watertemperatures, pollution,coral health and testing
marine life for viruses
and diseases.

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UNIVERSITY STORIESThe place to be for hospitality
and business majors. Ranked #9 for business school ROI by Bloomberg
Businessweek. Ranked #2 for international business by U.S. News &World Report. Ranked #3 for international MBA by U.S. News &World Report. Named as one of the top hospitality schools in theworld by QS World University Rankings

Real Global Thinkers
FIU is focused on preparing all students with the skills and multicultural
knowledge they need to rise to new challenges in the global economy.
Through its top international business program, FIU develops global
business leaders and entrepreneurs with a strong understanding of thecultural, historical, economic and political skills that the world is looking for.
More than 1,000 multinational companies call Miami home, and it isconsistently recognized as the “Best U.S. City for Doing Business inLatin America” by América Economía. With the largest concentrationof international banks in the United States, Miami is the home base formany Fortune 500 companies, including Marriott Hotels, Royal Caribbean
International, American Airlines and many more. Known for its hospitality
industry, Miami hosts the luxurious five-day Food Network & Cooking
Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival. This star-studded event
allows FIU students the incredible opportunity to help plan and execute anindustry-leading celebration.

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South Beach Wine& Food Festival

Real Experience. 95+ events. 400+ chefs, winemakers,South Beach Wine & Food Festival (SOBEWFF®)

spirit producers andculinary personalities. 1,200+ student volunteers. $30 million+ raisedsince 2002 for the Chaplin
School of Hospitality &Tourism Management
and the Southern Wine& Spirits Beverage
Management Center

The Food Network & Cooking Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival (SOBEWFF®) is a national, star-studded,
five-day destination event showcasing the talents of the world’s most renowned wine and spirits producers, chefs
and culinary personalities.
Every year this event provides an opportunity for students to connect with internship opportunities and networkwith future employers.
Catherine Willy, a student from Kenya and information technology major, managed the volunteer staff tent, clocking
volunteers in and out and ensuring that the tent was organized and volunteers were fed and taken care of.
“The best thing about my experience with volunteering at SOBEWFF® was meeting new people and moreover[the] new experience of customer service, which has taught me selflessness and networking. I would do it overand over again,” said Willy.
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globalfiu.com/degrees

STEM FIELDS AND COMPUTER SCIENCESOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIESBiochemistry

Anthropology/Sociology

Biology

Art History

Biomedical Engineering

Asian Studies

Chemistry

Broadcast (Communication)

Civil Engineering

Communication Arts

Computer Engineering

Criminal JusticeComputer Science

Crime Science

Dietetics and Nutrition (Didactic Program)

Digital Communications & Media

Earth Sciences

Elementary Education: Career Development

Electrical EngineeringEnglish

Environmental Engineering

FrenchGeosciences

GeographyInformation Technology

History

Internet of Things

Interdisciplinary Studies

Marine Biology

International Relations

Mathematics/Statistics

Journalism (Communication)

Mechanical Engineering

Latin American and Caribbean Studies

Physics

Liberal Studies

Sustainability and the Environment

Philosophy
Political Science

BUSINESS, FINANCE AND ECONOMICS
Accounting
Business Analytics
Construction Management
Economics
Finance
Health Services Administration

UNDERGRADUATEPROGRAMSAt FIU, you will join high-achieving students from around the world. Choose
from highly ranked academic programs, including science, engineering,

Hospitality Administration/Management
Human Resources
International Business

Portuguese
Psychology
Public Relations, Advertising andApplied Communications
Religious Studies
Social Work
Sociology
SpanishSports and Fitness Studies
Women’s and Gender Studies

Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Management of Information Systems
MarketingPublic Administration
Real Estate
Recreation and Sports Managementbusiness and hospitality in the heart of vibrant Miami.

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UNDERGRADUATE

Real Results
As an undergraduate student at FIU, anything is possible. With state-of-the-art research facilities, award-winningfaculty and challenging courses, you will gain real-world experience and prepare for success.

2019

Real Connections

Pursue Your Passion
STEM, COMPUTER SCIENCE, BIOLOGICAL,PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
The FIU College of Engineering andComputing is South Florida’s leading
engineering program. With nearly $20
million in external funding, research is an
integral part of the college’s mission
and success.

SPIRITED CELEBRATION — AND EXPERIENCE
Miami hosts some of the most impressive national and global eventsin the country, including Calle Ocho, the Miami Open, and the South
Beach Wine and Food Festival (SOBEWFF®) where more than 50 Global
First Year students volunteered last year.
These events, along with a variety of student clubs and organizations
on campus, offer social fun and can lead to incredible professional
development, networking, and leadership opportunities.

200+

BUSINESS, FINANCE, AND ECONOMICSFIU has one of the country’s top businessschools: In 2022, U.S. News & World Reportranked FIU’s undergraduate international
business program number two.

student organizations, including
the International Students Cluband the Table Tennis Club.

GLOBAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
AND HUMANITIES
Arts, Sciences and Humanities faculty
conduct groundbreaking scientificresearch. We prepare students to be
global citizens and to advance intellectual,cultural and civic critical thinking.

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Undergraduate Costs and Dates
TYPICAL COST FOR 2 SEMESTERSAPPLICATION DEADLINES

2019

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challenged me in every sphere, and the experiences and learnings I havegained have propelled me to reach my goals. At FIU, you find people who
motivate you. It is a place for opportunities.
—HIMANSHI, INDIA, PSYCHOLOGY AND COMMUNICATIONS““FIU has given me an experience that has helped me be who I am now. It has

Tuition$23,300

Spring 2022

December 10, 2021

Housing$8,140Summer 2022

April 5, 2022

Dining$3,800

Fall 2022

July 19, 2022

Other

$2,000Note: Costs are estimates and subject to change. For the most accurate
information on tuition and deadlines, please visit globalfiu.com

BEGIN THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS AT globalfiu.com/apply-now

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