’20 International

Student Guidebook
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FIU is a top producer of
Fulbright Scholars Undergraduate
(2015–2016) International
Business Program
— U.S. News & World Report, 2019

81 FULBRIGHT
SCHOLARS
TO DATE AT FIU
#1
Top 100 Public FIU’s Model

1
Universities U.N. team’s rank
— U.S. News & World Report, 2019
# in North America
— bestdelegate.com, 2019

in the nation for

Attend an
Award-Winning
awarding bachelor’s
and master’s degrees FIU is ranked the #2
public university in the state
to Hispanic students
University —Florida Board of Governors
2018 performance scores

The only underwater research laboratory in

the world. The Aquarius Reef Base, located
A TOP TIER
63 feet below the surface in the Florida Keys RESEARCH
National Marine Sanctuary, is operated by FIU.
UNIVERSITY
in the nation,
220,000+ R1: Doctoral Universities
Panther alumni
around the world Highest Research Activity

Go Beyond
— Carnegie Research

What’s Expected
As one of the five largest public universities in the country, in one of the most
diverse communities in the United States, FIU is able to offer you opportunities
that are of other universities.
Ranked among the Top
Hospitality Schools in the
World and the
#1Hospitality
School in the Southeast U.S.
— QS World University Rankings, 2019
Top 15
among public universities granted U.S.
patents in 2018
— National Academy of Inventors and Intellectual Property Owners 2018
The Peace Corps
ranks FIU in the Top 10
FIU has offered me so many
amazing opportunities—from
on–campus organizations to
my hospitality internship in
Miami Beach. FIU has been a
place for me to network and
grow as a student and has
prepared me to become a
successful professional.”
Nathalie, El Salvador
Hospitality Management,
Class of 2018
Himanshi, India
Psychology & Communications,
Class of 2019
fast FACTS
As a top-tier research
university located in the
24 programs in the thriving city of Miami, Florida,
FIU’s picturesque campuses
TOP 100
and beautiful grounds
welcome you to our diverse,
friendly community, while our
Public Universities business connections and
— U.S. News & World Report, 2019 internship opportunities help
you launch your career in a
global marketplace.
57,000
UNDERGRADUATE
STUDENTS
9,000
national ranking among
Hispanic-Serving Insitutions
GRADUATE STUDENTS
201
BACHELOR’S, MASTER’S
AND DOCTORAL
PROGRAMS
25
AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
FIU has given me an experience that
has helped me be who I am now. Every
second spent here, be it in class, library,
housing quad, residential building, or
Global First Year office, the university
has exposed me to the world and the
happenings in it. It has challenged me in
every sphere and the experiences and
learnings I have gained have propelled
me to reach my goals. At FIU, you find
people who motivate you. It is a place for
opportunities; and here, you learn to grab
the opportunity to be worlds ahead.”
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 Miami
Global. Entrepreneurial. Vibrant. Active.
Miami’s vibrant beaches, culture, food and festivals attract people from around the world. At FIU, you’ll take classes
and make friends with students from countries around the globe in the spectacularly lush settings of our Modesto
A. Maidique and Biscayne Bay campuses. Have an afternoon off? South Beach, the gorgeous Atlantic Ocean,
Everglades National Park and downtown Miami all lie only 30 minutes away from campus. With New York City, Central
America and South America just short flights away, Miami is your gateway to adventure.

Miami is a tropical paradise and an urban hub with many diverse and interconnected neighborhoods to explore. You
can investigate the stunning coastlines found in Key Biscayne and Miami Beach, dance salsa and sip Cuban coffee
in Little Havana or visit the vibrant spaces of Wynwood, an unconventional art community boasting more than 70
galleries and museums. Greater Miami also showcases its art, culture and history through groundbreaking museums
such as the Perez Art Museum, the Philip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, the Museum of Science, the Frost Art
Museum on FIU’s main campus, the Institute of Contemporary Art and the stunning Vizcaya Museum and Gardens.

Miami hosts some of the most impressive global events in the country, including Art Basel, an international
contemporary art fair attracting over 4,000 artists from 31 countries that electrifies Miami every year. It’s also common
to spot famous celebrities at major global events such as the Ultra Music Festival, Calle Ocho, Miami Fashion Week
and the Miami Open.

Above all, don’t forget to pack your flip-flops—you’ll need them for the beaches all year long. Experience the best of all
worlds: a vibrant international community, a thriving business hub and year-round tropical weather.

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 Miami

A great place to
live and explore...
Miami International Airport (MIA) is one of the
largest airports in the world, handling more cargo
than any other airport in the United States and the
second-highest number of international passengers.
Florida International University is ideally situated for
international students, about 10 miles from MIA.

Miami is a great place to live and explore, with more

than 800 parks around the city and the distinction of
being the only U.S. city surrounded by two national
parks: Biscayne National Park and Everglades
National Park. Miami was ranked the #1 Happiest
Place to Work and #13 on a list of America’s Coolest
Cities by Forbes.

Oscar, Peru
International Business, Class of 2019

Miami is an amazing city to live in—the people are so friendly. The

weather is warm. The beaches are beautiful, and it is very diverse.
There are people from all over the world here, which makes it a
very welcoming environment for international students. I am always
meeting people from new places and learning about new cultures,
which is what I love most about this city!”

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Undergraduate Degree Tracks
STEM FIELDS AND
COMPUTER SCIENCE

·· Biochemistry
·· Biology
·· Biomedical Engineering
·· Chemistry
·· Civil Engineering
·· Computer Engineering
·· Computer Science
·· Dietetics and Nutrition
(Didactic Program)
·· Earth Sciences SOCIAL SCIENCES
·· Electrical Engineering AND HUMANITIES
·· Environmental Engineering
·· Geosciences ·· Anthropology/Sociology
·· Information Technology ·· Art History
·· Internet of Things ·· Asian Studies
·· Marine Biology ·· Broadcast (Communication)
·· Mathematics/Statistics ·· Communication Arts
·· Mechanical Engineering ·· Criminal Justice
·· Physics ·· Crime Science
·· Sustainability and the Environment ·· Digital Communications & Media
·· Elementary Education: Career
Development
BUSINESS, FINANCE ·· English
AND ECONOMICS ·· French
·· Geography
·· Accounting
·· History
·· Business Analytics
·· Interdisciplinary Studies
·· Construction Management
·· International Relations
·· Economics
·· Journalism (Communication)
·· Finance
·· Latin American and Caribbean
·· Health Services Administration Studies
·· Hospitality Administration/ ·· Liberal Studies
Management
·· Philosophy
·· Human Resources
·· Political Science
·· International Business
·· Portuguese
·· Logistics and Supply Chain
Management ·· Psychology
·· Management ·· Public Relations, Advertising,
Applied Communications
·· Management of Information
Systems ·· Religious Studies
·· Marketing ·· Social Work
·· Public Administration ·· Sociology NOTE: These listings
are subject to change.
·· Real Estate ·· Spanish
For the most up-to-date
·· Recreation and Sports ·· Sports and Fitness Studies information, please refer to
Management ·· Women’s and Gender Studies globalfiu.com/degrees.

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COURSE SPOTLIGHT

English Global Learning (EGL) and First

Year Experience (SLS 1501)
SLS 1501 introduces students to the university and promotes and supports academic, intellectual, personal and
social growth and success. The course presents the skills and competencies necessary for first-year students’
transition to the university, including developing effective study skills; understanding University Core Curriculum
and major and career choices; managing time, finances, responsibilities, health and wellness; developing social
relationships and appreciating the diversity of our campuses and communities; and preparing for global citizenship.

English Global Learning (EGL) is required for all international students. EGL is the lab section for students’ English
courses and are intended to help them further develop their English writing, reading and comprehension through
dedicated time with their English Composition professors.

The EGL laboratories cover writing in English and vocab and reading skills development. Furthermore, the EGL
laboratories offer workshops that orient students to important academic support departments at FIU, cover study habits
and skills and provide students the tools that they need to be successful at FIU.

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FIU is focused on preparing all students with the skills and multicultural knowledge they need to rise to new
challenges in the global economy. Through its top international business program, FIU develops global business
leaders and entrepreneurs with a strong understanding of the cultural, historical, economic and political skills that the
world is looking for.

The International Business program offers a multi-disciplinary curriculum featuring coursework that includes
International Marketing and International Financial Management. Students can take advantage of many study abroad
opportunities to further immerse themselves in the global business environment.

More than 1,000 multinational companies call Miami home, and it is consistently recognized as the “Best U.S. City for
Doing Business in Latin America” by América Economía. With the largest concentration of international banks in the
United States, Miami is the home base for many Fortune 500 companies, including Marriott Hotels, Royal Caribbean
International, American Airlines and many more. Known for its hospitality industry, Miami hosts the luxurious five-day
Food Network & Cooking Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival. This star-studded event allows FIU students
the incredible opportunity to help plan and execute an industry-leading celebration.

The College of Business has been ranked

6th among the best undergraduate
international business programs in U.S.
News & World Report’s 2019 edition of Best
Colleges and has remained in the top 10 The College of Business is among the
5 percent of elite business schools
rankings for the past five years. worldwide accredited by AACSB
— FIU Business, 2019 and International/The Association to Advance
U.S. News & World Report L.P., 2019 Collegiate Schools of Business.
— FIU Business, 2018

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 Experience a world of culture
FOOD NETWORK & COOKING CHANNEL
SOUTH BEACH WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
The Food Network & Cooking Channel South Beach
Wine & Food Festival (SOBEWFF*) is a national, star-
studded, five-day destination event showcasing the
talents of the world’s most renowned wine and spirits
producers, chefs and culinary personalities. SOBEWFF*
is all about Eat. Drink. Educate. sobewff.org.
SAVE THE DATE: FEB. 19-23, 2020

95+ 400+ 1,200+

EVENTS CHEFS, WINEMAKERS, SPIRIT STUDENT
PRODUCERS AND CULINARY VOLUNTEERS
PERSONALITIES

$30,000,000+ Raised since 2002 for the Chaplin School

of Hospitality & Tourism Management and
the Southern Wine & Spirits Beverage
Management Center.

Global First Year Volunteers Connecting with Others—

This year, more than 50 students volunteered for and Opportunities
SOBEWFF®, the biggest group so far. SOBEWFF® is an
SOBEWFF® is an opportunity for students to connect
excellent opportunity for students to work off campus and
with internship opportunities and network with future
hold valuable leadership positions.
employers. Zyman’s experience helped develop her
Michelle Zyman, a student from Venezuela studying communication skills and career options.
biomedical engineering, volunteered as a logistics lead
“I also learned the importance of helping others and
and managed a collection of six different restaurants in the
communications skills. Everyone in the operations team
Grand Tasting Village.
was incredible and I was able to absorb information and
“Besides being able to try lots of food, the best part of learn many different things from them that will carry me
volunteering was meeting people. I worked my five days through life. The thing that I considered the most valuable
along with 35 fellow FIU students and I really learned a lot of what I learned is for every problem there will be a
from each one of them. We really built up a family and I solution and the key to that is organization. Lastly, I got an
was really impressed how each one of them was willing to internship offer from Belvedere Vodka company.”
help me all the time,” said Zyman.
Catherine Willy, a student from Kenya and information
technology major, managed the volunteer staff tent,
clocking volunteers in and out
and ensuring that the tent was
organized and volunteers were
fed and taken care of. “The best
thing about my experience with
volunteering at SOBEWFF®
was meeting new people and
moreover [the] new experience
of customer service, which
has taught me
Michelle, Venezuela selflessness and
networking. I would
Catherine, Kenya
Biomedical Engineering, do it over and over Information Technology,
Class of 2021 again,” said Willy. Class of 2021

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 Under
About five miles off the coast of Key Largo in the
Florida Keys lies the National Marine Sanctuary,
home to FIU’s Aquarius Reef Base. Owned and
operated by Florida International University, it is
the world’s only operating underwater research
laboratory. The Medina Aquarius Program,
conducted at the base, is dedicated to the
study and preservation of coral reefs and marine
ecosystems worldwide, ocean science and
developing state-of-the-art undersea technology.
Marine biologists, scientists and oceanographers,
who describe themselves as “aquanauts,” live
underwater for 10-day missions collecting data
for eight to nine hours per day. In a small but cozy
43-foot-long laboratory space, these “aquanauts”
live, work, eat and sleep 63 feet below the ocean’s
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the Sea
surface. Research revolves around ocean health,
including warming water temperatures, pollution,
coral health and testing marine life for viruses and
diseases. You can watch all the activity inside the
lab live via its online webcam found here: aquarius.
fiu.edu/news-and-events/
watch-live/index.
Aquarius is used by NASA to train astronauts and
test equipment. NASA astronauts complete 10-
day missions practicing skills and tasks they will
complete on the International Space Station, such
as exploration spacewalks. Aquarius is also used by
the Navy for operations readiness training missions.
 AQUARIUS
laboratory has supported more than 120
missions and has produced over 600
peer-reviewed scientific publications.

Aquarius is a truly unique and immersive

opportunity for marine biologists and scientists
to live and work in the environment they are so
passionate about protecting.

The Aquarius Reef Base is designed to engage

people across the globe in efforts of conservation
and education. As part of the FIU Marine
Education and Research Initiative, Aquarius Reef
Base is putting students on the cutting-edge of
marine research and leading the global marine
education community.

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Student Stories
Discussion and group sessions in class require students to express
their own opinions, which develops independent thinking and critical
thinking skills. Breaking out of your comfort zone is necessary in order
to have a great education experience, as well as a more fulfilling life
here in America!

Zhen, China
Psychology

Ana, Venezuela
Marketing

Career aspiration: To work in marketing for a major brand.

Why I picked FIU: It has the top-ranked business school

and a strong reputation.

Advice to prospective students: Be prepared to leave your

“I love living in America, especially in
Miami, because it is very similar to my
home country (Venezuela), from the
weather and beaches to the people; it
has been very easy for me to acclimate
to this new environment.”
comfort zone!
Favorite thing about FIU: My favorite thing about FIU is the
international environment that it has. I have met and made
friends from all around the world thanks to my university.
I’m involved in: Victoria’s Secret Brand Ambassador
program on campus, and volunteering at the South Beach
Wine and Food Festival.

Career aspirations: To start my own business in the United

States.

Why I chose this degree: I chose marketing because it is a

highly ranked program at FIU.

Advice to prospective students: Have confidence in your

English skills and be open to meeting new people!

Favorite thing about FIU: All the amazing people and

professors I have met here.

I’m involved in: Resident Assistance program in my dorm.

Hoang, Vietnam I chose FIU because of its location, in Miami. It is a great place to
Marketing
study, and there are students from all over the world here.”

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Career aspiration: My dream is to move back to Brazil one day and
start my own physical therapy practice for athletes.

Why I picked FIU: One of the main reasons I chose FIU is because
my best friend from Brazil is here, too. Also, the opportunity of
studying in an international environment has always sparked my
interest.

Why I chose this degree: I chose psychology because I always

liked listening to people and trying to help them. Then, when I started
researching psychology and what you can do with it, I knew it was my
thing.

Advice to prospective students: Prepare for your exams like the

SAT/TOEFL®/ACT and even the ALEKS exam; it’s important. Also,
Sergio, Brazil
Psychology
come with an open mind and prepare to interact with people from all
over the world!
My favorite thing about FIU is the
What it’s like living in America: Living in America is amazing! It’s
international environment. Here I’ve
different and yet still similar to both of the countries I have lived in
previously (Mexico and Brazil). Honestly, I wasn’t expecting to like it met people from countries that I
this much! didn’t even know existed! Even some
professors are from other countries.”

My favorite thing about FIU is

the flexibility and support. No
matter what personality type
you are, you will find a perfect
place to fit yourself.”

Maria, Colombia
Sahil, India Business
International Business
Career aspiration: To become
an entrepreneur.
Career aspiration: I want to start my own global business.
Why I picked FIU: Because of the diversity
Why I picked FIU: I chose FIU because it is one of the
and Latin culture of Miami.
top-ranked universities in the United States for international
business. FIU is also an international university, which will Why I chose this degree: Because I want
help me to understand people from different cultures, which to start my own business.
I can use in my business later.
Advice to prospective students: Make the
Why I chose this degree: To expand my business globally, most of your time and opportunities at FIU!
this major provides me with the understanding of the
business at a global level. I plan to learn the strategies of Favorite thing about FIU: The friends I’ve
how to run and expand a business worldwide. made here.

Advice to prospective students: Make full use of your
exploratory major status. Use this time to explore your
pursuits and choose the right track. The United States is a
place where every talent is accepted and appreciated.
I’m involved in: Action Club, Residence Hall Council,
International Student Ambassadors, AISEC Miami.
What it’s like living in America: Amazing!
The food, the people, the weather. I love it!
I’m involved in: Alpha Kappa Psi (Business
Fraternity), the Food Network & Cooking
Channel’s South Beach Wine & Food
Festival, For Colombia, Action Club,
internships.

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Alumni Spotlight
FIU’s Shining Stars
Our alumni represent all the best that FIU has to offer. From professional athletes to actors
to Pulitzer Prize winners to top chefs, FIU alumni are making a name for themselves across
the globe. Here are just a few names that you might recognize:

Carmen M. Reinhart
Economics, Class of ’78
Professor at Harvard University
Hailed by The New York Times as “the most influential female
economist in the world,” Reinhart is the Minos A. Zombanakis
Professor of the International Financial System at Harvard
Kennedy School.

Richard Blanco, Poet

Civil Engineering, Class of ’91
M.A. Creative Writing, Class of ’97

Danny Pino has

starred in popular
TV shows such
as Scandal, Law
& Order Special
Victims Unit and
Chicago P.D.
Blanco is a globally
recognized American
poet chosen to write an
Danny Pino, Actor original poem for President
Barack Obama’s second
Theater, Class of ’96 inauguration.

Matthew started using

a corner of the FIU
Chaplin School demo
kitchen to cook up his
homebrews. Now he
produces favorite local
beers at the famous
North Miami BrewFest.
A member of the U.S. House of
Representatives, Ros-Lehtinen became the
first Cuban American and Latina elected to
Matthew Weintraub Congress. She was also the first Republican
Class of ’14 woman elected to the House from Florida.

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 General Manager of IBM System X and
BladeCenter Server Product Lines

Sanchez was named the

2007 Hispanic Engineer
of the Year and has
frequently been named
to the list of Top 50
Hispanics in Technology Adalio Sanchez
and Business. He is chairman Engineering, Class of ’87
of the Florida International
University Engineering School
Executive Advisory Council
and serves as chairman
of the Society of Hispanic
Ileana Ros-Lehtinen Professional Engineers (SHPE)
Advisory Board.
B.A. Education ’75
M.A. Educational Leadership ’85
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 Welcome to
FIU Global
First Year
Discover
the Ultimate
University
Experience
Achieve academic, personal and
professional success at Florida
International University. For
international students, the move
from high school in your home
country to a university in the United
States can be challenging—a new
language, new ways of learning
and a new home. The Global First
Year (G1Y) team is here to help you
with whatever you need to ensure
your success, offering a number
of valuable benefits and support
services designed to help you thrive
in your new environment. Whether
you have questions about which
classes to take, the best place to
live or career opportunities in the
area, we are here to provide you
with the support you need.

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Table of

Contents
Student Services
16
Career Accelerator
18
Living on Campus – Housing
20
Living on Campus – Dining
22
Admissions
24
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 Student
Services
COURSE SELECTION AND REGISTRATION
At Florida International University, students identify a
track within the G1Y academic offerings they would like
to pursue. We identify courses that will prepare them
for their intended major, building a solid base of critical
thinking, computational and communication skills that
meet University Core Curriculum and pre-requisite
requirements. In the American education system, it is
common for students to explore a variety of courses that
will develop a broad base of knowledge to draw upon,
placing their major into the context of the broader world
around them. Freshman year is a time of exploration,
building competence and confidence.
ACADEMIC ADVISING AND TUTORING
As an international student, you have access to a team
eager to help you with all of your academic and career
preparation needs. Academic advisors help you plan
your course of study, while tutors are readily available
to help you in any subject matter, ensuring that you
maintain a strong academic performance. Your full
support team includes:
• Academic and English Tutors
• Academic Advisors
DEDICATED SUPPORT SERVICES
Our Student Services team is here to help you and your
family with every step of the process, from completing
an application and getting your visa to selecting your
new housing and picking you up from the airport.
Other services include organized trips, activities and
workshops that will set you up for your best start at
Florida International University. We understand that every
student has individual needs, and we are dedicated to
giving you the personalized attention you require.
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SMALL CLASS SIZES
Students always benefit from getting to know their
professors. In classes with a smaller student-to-faculty
ratio, you’re given individual attention and have the
opportunity to establish lasting connections with your
professors. Asking questions, expressing opinions and
engaging in open discussion with your professors and
classmates are strongly encouraged and promote a
higher level of learning.
CAREER PREPARATION
Learn to use classroom knowledge in the real world
and turn your degree into your life’s work. We connect
students to nearly 1,000 internships each year. The
G1Y’s Career Accelerator program is designed to help
international students enhance their employability.
You may even find a job or internship opportunity on
campus.
AMERICAN CULTURAL EXPERIENCES,
OUTINGS AND EVENTS
The First Year Experience course gives you the social,
professional and academic skills to thrive and grow long
after course completion. Best of all, the Global First Year
program also includes cultural experiences that connect
and engage you with your fellow students and the FIU
community.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION
Ease your way into life on a U.S. campus with exciting
activities designed to help you interact with and explore
your new community. During orientation, you will have
the opportunity to tour campus, learn about your
academic courses and get acquainted with the support
available to aid your success both in and out of the
classroom.
Course Spotlight
First Year Experience

This course reviews the skills

and competencies necessary
for first-year students’ transition
to the university and prepares
them for global citizenship.
Students learn how to
develop effective study skills,
understand the university core
curriculum and explore major
and career choices. The course
also teaches personal skills
such as time management,
finances, health and wellness,
developing social relationships
and making the most of the
diversity of our campuses and
communities.

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 Preparation for the
THE CAREER ACCELERATOR
Every student has their own professional goals—that’s
why we take a personalized approach to your career
management. The Career Accelerator is our innovative
career development program designed to help you
build a successful career and establish the global
network you need to succeed in your specific industry.
Through the Career Accelerator, you will develop your
professional skills and gain a strong understanding of
how your strengths, interests, motivations and personal
experiences give you a unique advantage in today’s
competitive job market.
MAXIMIZE YOUR CAREER:
EMPOWERED AND CONFIDENT
Designed exclusively for international students, the
Career Accelerator will help you master the skills and
knowledge to excel as a global professional. Your Career
Advisor Professional will help you:
• Understand and leverage your values and
motivators
• Create your career path
• Implement the best strategy to maximize your
career outcomes
Our program is tailored to your career interests. Whether
you are just starting your professional journey, developing
your skills as a future leader or curious about starting
your own business, the Career Accelerator gives you the
tools to manage your career for the rest of your life. You
can participate in:
• Workshops on topics to create Search Engine
Optimized (SEO)-based résumés
• Guest panels and webinars with representatives
from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies to
learn more about their hiring practices
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Global Workforce
The Career Accelerator will help you master important
competencies such as interviewing, networking and
résumé building. Want to learn what it takes to become
a business executive? You can also take advantage of
more advanced seminars including topics on Emotional
Intelligence, Communication Training and understanding
all the visa options in your target employment markets.
Here at Florida International University (FIU), guest
speakers from top companies have included:
• American Airlines
• Chase Bank
• Chevron
• Enterprise Rent-a-Car
• Geico
• Ross Stores, Inc.
• Target
INTERNSHIPS AND EMPLOYMENT:
MAKE YOUR MARK
Put your learning into action. From career fairs to
guest speakers to networking events, you will have the
opportunity to connect with employers who are experts
in their fields. Increase your exposure in the employment
market, whether that be in the form of job shadowing,
completing an internship or connecting with our engaged
alumni.
Students participating in the Career Accelerator at Florida
International University have gone on to work at a variety
of companies such as Mastercard, Tata Groups and
Marriott International.
YOUR NEXT JOB STARTS HERE companies around the globe. You will have the
As an international student, you bring a unique set opportunity to network with industry leaders to begin
of skills that are highly valuable in the American job building your career. Companies that have previously
market—a global perspective, cultural awareness and recruited on campus at FIU include:
differing languages. Learn how to leverage the value of • Caterpillar • Lockheed Martin
your global experience for the benefit of employers. • Comcast • Marriott
• Dell • Microsoft
At all of our FIU recruitment and networking events, • Deloitte • The Walt Disney Company
we connect you with top business and technology • Facebook • United Airlines
• Google • Wells Fargo
• Hyatt
STUDENT TESTIMONIALS:

I realized that I am a careerist.
I also realized how much I love
my profession. Sometimes you
have to sacrifice your sleep,
time (some days I worked for
13–15 hours) and energy for a
great event, but it’s worth it! To
see smiling and happy faces is
what is important. I am really
grateful to my mentors and Ibis
for this experience.”
I got my internship because
I attended a Career Fair here
at FIU. I am always looking for
new opportunities and ways to
improve my career, and that is
why I always go to events that
my university hosts, such as
workshops, meet and greets
with companies and general
and business career fairs.”
This internship experience was
really valuable for me. I wasn’t
burdened with work, and they
focused on my professional
growth. I have always dreamed
of being an entrepreneur;
keeping this goal of mine in
mind, they put me in all types
of situations and gave me a
chance to handle them.”

Aruzhan, Kazakhstan Ana, Venezuela Jasmine, India

Aruzhan is a junior at FIU majoring in
hospitality and event management. She
completed her 1000 working hours, as
required by her major for graduation,
at an award-winning country club in
Miami working in food/beverage and
event planning.
Ana is a junior at FIU majoring in
Marketing and International Business.
She completed a Global Brand
Marketing internship at the Hasbro,
Inc. headquarters in Rhode Island.
Jasmine is a senior at FIU majoring in
Communications. Jasmine completed
an international internship with
Glovo. Glovo is a start-up company in
Barcelona, Spain, which was ranked in
top 10 start-ups in Barcelona.

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 Life on
Campus
Housing
FIU housing offers the real college experience. The student housing community is vibrant and bustling with 3,200
students who live, work and play surrounded by FIU’s lush, expansive campus. On-campus housing is a safe and
welcoming environment dedicated to meeting all students’ needs. As a Global First Year student, you will live in a
centrally located residence hall with fully furnished rooms and air conditioning as well as laundry and community areas
with games and televisions. Your classes, your dining halls and your fun are all close by!*
*Global First Year students are guaranteed housing as long as they submit a housing preference form,
and students will be placed in rooms based on availability.

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OPTION A: Standard Housing
Students are in a private bedroom with a shared
bath in a four-bedroom suite. Students receive a
linen pack upon arrival and will live with domestic
and other international students.
OPTION B: Deluxe Housing
Private bedroom with a shared kitchen and bathroom in
a three-bedroom suite. Students have an extra-long twin
bed and a desk in the room and shared amenities in the
suite. Students receive a linen pack upon arrival and will
live with domestic and other international students.

OPTION C: Premium Housing

Private bedroom in a four-bedroom suite with a shared
kitchen, living room and two bathrooms. Students
have a full-size bed and a desk in the room and shared
amenities in the suite. Students receive a linen pack upon
arrival and will live with domestic and other international
students.
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Idara, Nigeria
Biology, Class of 2018

I love the housing accommodations here at FIU! The rooms are

spacious, I have a kitchen in my suite I can cook in and I get
along great with my roommates! One of them is from Maryland
and the other is from Texas. It has been great to meet people
from across the United States in addition to my Global First
Year friends! My roommates and I cook together and do things
on the weekends.”

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 Life on
Campus

Dining
At FIU, meal plans are convenient, flexible and loaded with options for both on-campus and off-campus residents.
There are a range of meal plan options that include dining locations on the main campus as well as on our campus at
Biscayne Bay. You’ll get guaranteed value, whether you eat on campus three times a week or three times a day! From
sandwiches to pasta to coffee to sushi, it can all be a part of your meal plan. To find the best meal plan for you, check
out the meal plan descriptions on the next page!*
*Please note that if you are assigned to Standard Housing, you will be required to choose Dining Option C or Option D.
Dining prices listed are the amount to spend on food and not the actual cost of the meal plan.

There are definitely lots of food options on the FIU

campus. I was a bit concerned about this before
arriving on campus because I am a vegetarian and was
worried that my options would be limited. But there are
lots of things for me to eat in the dining hall! I eat lots of
vegetables, rice, beans and the occasional ice cream
and pizza when I can’t resist! There are also great
restaurants near campus—I particularly love a great
Mexican restaurant nearby where I can get my favorite
veggie quesadillas!”

Rushi, India
Civil Engineering

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OPTION A: The Essential Meal Plan
FALL/SPRING - This meal plan is nine meal swipes per
week to the 8th Street Campus Kitchen (FIU’s signature
all–you–care–to–eat restaurant). $300 Dining Dollars per
semester to use at various on-campus restaurants,
plus a 10% discount off regular prices at all Panther
Dining locations.
SUMMER - This meal plan includes $840 Dining Dollars
for Summer Term A to use at various on-campus
restaurants. In Summer Terms B & C, the plan gives you
nine meal swipes per week to the 8th Street Campus
Kitchen (FIU’s signature all–you–care–to–eat restaurant),
plus an additional $250 Dining Dollars.
OPTION B: The Deluxe Meal Plan
FALL/SPRING - This meal plan is fourteen meal swipes
per week to the 8th Street Campus Kitchen (FIU’s
signature all–you–care–to–eat restaurant). $150 Dining
Dollars per semester to use at various on-campus
restaurants, plus a 10% discount off regular prices at all
Panther Dining locations.
SUMMER - This meal plan includes $840 Dining Dollars
for Summer Term A to use at various on-campus
restaurants. In Summer Terms B & C, the plan gives you
an additional $775 Dining Dollars.
OPTION C: The VIP Meal Plan
FALL/SPRING - This meal plan gives you unlimited
swipes per week to the 8th Street Campus Kitchen
(FIU’s signature all–you–care–to–eat restaurant). $250
Dining Dollars per semester to use at various on-campus
restaurants, plus a 10% discount off regular prices at all
Panther Dining locations.
SUMMER - This meal plan includes $840 Dining Dollars
for Summer Term A to use at various on-campus
restaurants. In Summer Terms B & C, the plan gives you
fourteen meal swipes per week to the 8th Street Campus
Kitchen (FIU’s signature all–you–care–to–eat restaurant),
plus an additional $150 Dining Dollars.
OPTION D: The Ultimate Meal Plan
FALL/SPRING - This meal plan gives you unlimited
swipes per week to the 8th Street Campus Kitchen
(FIU’s signature all–you–care–to–eat restaurant). $500
Dining Dollars per semester to use at various on-campus
restaurants, plus a 10% discount off regular prices at all
Panther Dining locations.
SUMMER - This meal plan includes $840 Dining Dollars
for Summer Term A to use at various on-campus
restaurants. In Summer Terms B & C, the plan gives you
unlimited swipes per week to the 8th Street Campus
Kitchen (FIU’s signature all–you–care–to–eat restaurant),
plus an additional $100 Dining Dollars.
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 Admissions
Florida International University offers a simple, streamlined admissions process for international
students. The admissions process includes a variety of outcomes designed to ensure your success
inside and outside of the classroom. The admissions outcome that is best for you will depend
on your academic qualifications, English-language level and personal preferences.
Through the admissions process, students will benefit from:

STREAMLINED VISA INTERVIEW SUPPORT

APPLICATION PROCESS
Submit a simple application and receive an offer of
admission that’s best for you, all within one week.
ENROLLMENT SERVICES ADVISOR
With counseling from start to finish, the
enrollment process has never been easier.
For many students, navigating the U.S. visa process
can be overwhelming, but we’re here to help.
Whether you have questions about which visa to
apply for or what to expect during your visa interview,
knowledgeable and dedicated advisors will aid
you in conquering your application with ease.

PRE-ARRIVAL SUPPORT
From what to pack to booking your flight, you will
receive detailed information through webinars and other
resources on how to best prepare for your campus arrival.

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 Application
Next Steps

Once you’ve applied, you will receive an offer of

admission that is the best match for your academic
qualifications and English-language proficiency. Time to
complete degree, entry and progression requirements,
deadlines and costs will vary based on your placement.
Please visit globalfiu.com for more information. Our
international admissions team will reach out to you with
next steps and personalized information to make sure
that you are fully prepared for your arrival on campus.

ESTIMATED TUITION FOR 2 SEMESTERS

APPLICATION DEADLINES
STARTING AT

Fall 2019 July 12, 2019 Fall 2019 $23,300

Spring 2020 December 9, 2019 Spring 2020 $23,300

Summer 2020 April 13, 2020 Summer 2020 $23,300

Note: These costs are estimates and are subject to change. Costs do not include health
insurance, housing and dining fees, books or other living expenses. These estimated costs
are for the 2 semester Global First Year program.

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 GLOBAL FIRST YEAR

How to Apply
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION S T E P O NE
Visit globalfiu.com/apply or email the following
documents to admissions@globalfiu.com to apply:
··Application form
··A secondary school transcript, as well as a certified
English translation
··If you have graduated, a secondary school
diploma, as well as a certified English translation
RECEIVE NOTIFICATION OF
S T E P T WO
ADMISSION STATUS

Students will receive status of their admission from

the university. For those who qualify for admission,
the offer letter will outline conditions that must be
fulfilled before receiving a formal offer of admission.

FULFILL CONDITIONS
P T H RE E
OF ADMISSION STE
Conditions of admission include, but are not limited to,
the following:
··A copy of your passport
··Proof of English-language ability
··I-20 request form
··Certificate of Finance form
··Financial documentation covering the full amount
listed on the Certificate of Finance RECEIVE YOUR OFFER
P FOUR
STE OF ADMISSION
··Deposit that is listed on your conditional offer
··If you are currently studying in the United States Have a celebration!
and will be transferring your I-20, you will also need You will then receive a packet that includes all the
to submit the current I-20 and the Transfer-in form required documents to apply for your visa.
If you are a sponsored student, you can now use
your offer of admission to obtain your full financial
guarantee from your sponsorship entity. Once you
submit the financial guarantee, you will receive
your I-20.

GET YOUR VISA S T EP FI V E

Visit usembassy.gov to learn more about scheduling
your visa appointment.

S T E P SI X PREPARE FOR ARRIVAL

Follow the steps at globalfiu.com/welcome to

make sure that you have everything in place before
you arrive on the campus:
··Submit your flight details
··Pay your tuition and fees
··Complete the university’s required forms

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28 | FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
 Nathalie, El Salvador
Hospitality Management,
Class of 2018

First student from the Global First

Year program to graduate from
Florida International University!
 FIU Global First Year
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11200 SW 8th St., PC 249

Miami, FL 33199
USA
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