Use the following steps to guide you through the application process. Print out the checklist to track your progress in applying to FIU.
Many graduate programs offer rolling admission during the fall, spring and summer terms. However, some programs limit admission to 1 or 2 terms a year.
Please note that if the program deadline is earlier than the Graduate Admissions deadline for that semester, all materials including the application must be submitted by the earlier date.
Applications must be submitted before 5pm EST on the date of the deadline. Some programs may have deadlines that are different from the standard Office of Admissions deadlines. Please visit the Admissions Requirements page to confirm whether the program you are applying to is one of them.
| Entry Term | Master’s and Graduate Certificate Programs | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|
| Fall (starts in August) | June 1 | February 15 |
| Spring (starts in January) | October 1 | August 1 |
| Summer (starts in May) | March 1 | December 1 |
Forms Quick List:
Before you begin your graduate application, make sure you are aware of the program’s requirements. Requirements may vary, so search for your program on our Admissions Requirements page. Some of these requirements may include:
Filing the FAFSA before the deadline will make it easier to calculate and deliver your financial aid awards. Filing is free and you could be eligible for federal loans, grants or scholarships. F ind more funding resources through the University Graduate School and the FIU Office of Scholarships . Deadlines for funding may vary.
The online application takes about 20-30 minutes to complete and requires a $30 application fee. During the online application process you will be asked to provide personal information and information about your educational history. You will also be asked to upload your supplemental admissions documents (statement of intent, resume, etc.) and provide the contact information for your recommenders.
Some programs require additional applications (either departmental or supplemental) before you can submit the university's graduate application. Please check the Admissions Requirements page to view see if a graduate program has an additional application or additional requirements (interview, portfolio, etc.) for admission.
This includes university/college official transcript from all institutions previously attended in a sealed institution envelope. If you graduated from FIU, you do not need to request transcripts unless you attended another institution afterwards . Students who have received an education from non-English speaking countries must have their transcripts translated when sent to FIU. Find out more:
International Graduate applicants: If your post-secondary educational history includes coursework outside the United States, you must submit a course-by-course credential translation and evaluation, with grade point average (GPA) calculation included, for all non-U.S. coursework. FIU accepts evaluations/translations from any NACES member evaluation service.
Residency status is used primarily to determine whether students pay in-state or out-of-state tuition. Whether you are a Florida resident, U.S. resident or international student, you are required to submit proof of residency. Failing to provide residency documentation will delay your enrollment.
When you finish your application, you will be assigned a Panther ID within 3-5 work days. This will give you access to your MyFIU account where you can check your application status.
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International students must submit English language proficiency exams and other documents to apply to FIU. Visit International Admissions to learn about how to apply, life at FIU and much more. International Graduate Application Process
Applicants from non-English speaking countries, including internationally educated American students, must demonstrate proficiency in English. Applicants that attended undergraduate institutions that do not teach in English must also meet this requirement, even if the institution is located within the United States. H owever, the following countries are exempt: English Proficiency Test Exempt Countries Antigua and Barbuda
Australia
Bahamas
Barbados
Belize
Bermuda
Botswana
Brunei Darussalam
Canada
Cayman Islands
Christmas Island
Dominica
Eritrea
Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
Fiji
Gambia
Ghana
Grenada
Guam
Guyana
Ireland
Jamaica
Kenya
Kiribati
Liberia
Malawi
Malta
Marshall Islands
Mauritius
Micronesia, Federated States
Montserrat
Namibia
New Zealand
Nigeria
Papua New Guinea
Philippines
Rwanda
Saint Helena
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
Seychelles
Sierra Leone
Singapore
South Africa
St Vincent and the Grenadines
Swaziland
Tanzania, United Republic of Trinidad and Tobago
Uganda
United Kingdom
United States
Vanuatu
Virgin Islands (British)
Virgin Islands (U.S.)
Zambia
Zimbabwe
Any applicant interested in changing their program or admit term can use the Graduate Application Update Form to do so. This form can also be used to update/correct personal information (Name, Address, DoB, etc) or cancel an active application.
Office of Admissions
Florida International University
Undergraduate Admissions
P.O. Box 659003
Miami, FL 33265-9003
Florida International University
Graduate Admissions
P.O. Box 659004
Miami, FL 33265-9004
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