FIU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 54.66%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1160. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $6,565
- Out-of-State Tuition: $18,964
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at FIU:
- Total Enrollment: 54,723, including 13,818 online students
- 45,193 Undergraduate, 9,530 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 43.6% men, 56.4% women.
- This is a very large institution, likely offering a vast array of programs, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 74%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 14%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 92%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 274 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 42 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 139 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Law School, Medical School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
FIU Overview
Florida International University (FIU) is a four-year, public school located in Miami, FL. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The FIU's tuition & fees is $6,565 for Florida residents and $18,964 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 61% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,667.
The school has a total enrollment of 54,723 and the students to faculty ratio is 24 to 1 (4.17%).
FIU's acceptance rate is 54.66% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 29.17%. The median SAT score is 1160 and the ACT score is 24.
FIU ranked 186th in National Universities and 14th in Florida Colleges rankings. Florida International University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Florida International University is $6,565 for in-state students and $18,964 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $11,334 for in-state students and $24,439 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $6,565 for Florida residents and $18,964 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $11,334 for Florida residents and $24,439 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $6,565 | $18,964 |
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| Graduate | $11,334 | $24,439 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $6,565 | $18,964 |
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| Graduate | $11,334 | $24,439 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Florida International University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at FIU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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