Florida International University (FIU): tuition, admission requirements and intakes

≈ $18,965 per year · SAT, ACT or CLT

Location
Miami, Florida
Type
Public research university
Founded
1965
Official website
fiu.edu

Florida International University (FIU) is Miami’s public research university, founded in 1965 and today one of the largest universities in the United States. Its main campus, the Modesto A. Maidique Campus, is in western Miami, and its programs range from business, engineering and computer science to hospitality and health.

As a public university, FIU charges international students much less than most private universities: about $19,000 a year in tuition and mandatory fees for an undergraduate. In return, admission is selective and first-year applicants must submit an SAT, ACT or CLT score.

Tuition and costs (current published rates)

Undergraduate tuition, non-resident (international)
$618.87 per credit
One academic year (30 credits, fall and spring)
$18,566.10
Tuition and mandatory fees (athletics, health, parking, ID card)
$18,964.75 per yearHousing, meals, health insurance and living costs in Miami come on top. The I-20 requires proof of your full yearly budget.

English requirements

First-year students
No TOEFL or IELTS for direct admission if your SAT or ACT reading and English sub-scores meet Florida’s college-readiness standard
Transfer students (60+ credits)
IELTS 6.5 · Duolingo 110 · TOEFL iBT 4.5 on the new scale (80 for tests taken before January 21, 2026)

Admission requirements

  • Application through the Common App, with a non-refundable $30 fee
  • SAT, ACT or CLT score: required from every first-year applicant, international students included
  • High school transcripts sent electronically by your school, with an official English translation
  • Admission decided on your GPA combined with your test scores
  • After admission: passport and proof of funds to receive the I-20

Intakes and deadlines

  • Fall (late August): the main intake for first-year students. For Fall 2027, complete your file by November 2, 2026 (early action) or December 16, 2026.
  • Spring (January) and Summer (May): mainly for transfer students. In 2026 the international transfer deadlines were October 16 for Spring, February 10 for Summer and June 2 for Fall.

What we do for you

  1. 1Choose the program and check your eligibility
  2. 2Prepare and submit the application
  3. 3Get the I-20 and pay the SEVIS fee
  4. 4Fill in the DS-160 and book the appointment at the US Embassy in Algiers
  5. 5Prepare the visa interview with mock interviews

Our USA support packs start at 98 000 DZD. See the packs · F-1 visa guide

Frequently asked questions

Do I need IELTS to apply to FIU as a first-year student?

Not for direct admission, if your SAT or ACT reading and English sub-scores meet Florida’s college-readiness standard. Transfer students must prove their English level, for example with IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 110.

How much is FIU tuition for international students?

Non-residents pay $618.87 per credit: $18,566 for 30 credits, or about $18,965 a year with mandatory fees (fall and spring). Housing and living costs are extra.

When should I apply to FIU for Fall 2027?

Complete your file by November 2, 2026 for early action, or by December 16, 2026. Book the SAT or ACT early: a score is required.

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Sources

Figures checked on 20 October 2026 on the university’s official website. Universities update their fees every year: we confirm the current amounts with you before you apply.