With nearly 40,000 undergraduates, FIU is one of the largest universities in the country. It's also a diverse one — it is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Minority-Serving Institution and it’s recognized for promoting economic mobility.
It's a top-tier research school, offering about 120 bachelor's degrees covering a wide range of areas, including art, education, hospitality, engineering, finance and economics. Some of FIU's standout programs include the Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, which draws students from around the world; and the Moss School of Construction Management, with internship and job opportunities in the construction industry.
Signature learning facilities include the Miami Beach Urban Studios, where students from the College of Architecture and the Arts work with regional design firms and arts organizations; and the Medina Aquarius Program, an underwater lab in the Florida Keys, dedicated to marine ecosystems research.
In fact, FIU has an impressive number of academic centers, including the International Hurricane Research Center, which boasts the Wall of Wind, a 12-fan behemoth that can simulate a Category 5 hurricane.
Culture on campus is varied: There are three museums, 17 Division I sports teams, and 45 Greek Life chapters.
