Florida International University 2022-2023 Admissions: Acceptance Rate, Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

Florida International University International Student Admissions

More than 3,000 international students are enrolled each year at Florida International University. The admission process for international applicants is the same as that for US applicants. However, international applicants have to meet additional requirements. Also, they have to carefully review their visa process.

Admission Requirements for International Students

• All the academic records/transcripts from the previously attended institution.
  • Certified by the institution's office registrar.
  • Sent directly from the issuing institute a stamped and sealed envelope.
  • Official transcripts that are not in English, must be accompanied along with the certified English translation.
• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 in the last two years of their previous program. 
  • Grade equivalent- B
  • Percentage equivalent- 83-86%
• Official scores of different standardized tests
  • GMAT/GRE scores as per the program requirements.
• Proof of English proficiency for non-native English speakers.
• At least one Letter of recommendation is mandatory.
• An updated resume consisting of
  • Professional experience 
  • Educational qualifications.
• Letter of Intent or Statement of purpose 
  • Must highlight the applicant’s career objective and future goals.
• Departmental requirements: In addition to the general admission requirements, some departments require a separate departmental application, portfolio, audition or interview.

English Proficiency for FIU Admissions

International applicants can submit the TOEFL and/or IELTS scores to demonstrate English proficiency. The minimum required scores by the university are given below. However, applicants must note that several departments may have different score requirements.

US Visa Process for International Students

All non-US applicants who have been offered admission by Florida International University will need a US student visa. For this, they will need a visa document (I-20 or DS-2019) from the university. International applicants will be issued Form I-20 from the university after fulfilling all that is asked by the university.

• Applicants will need to provide the following documents to receive Form I-20:
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of financial support
  • Bank statement
  • Sponsor Letter, if applicable
• Complete the I-20 and pay the SEVIS I-901 fee.
• Applicants then need to apply for the F-1 or J-1 visa. Submit the form and pay the application fee.
• Schedule and attend the visa interview