FIU earns top spots in national rankings
FIU climbs to No. 8 nationally and No. 1 in Florida in Washington Monthly, and rises to No. 21 public university in Niche’s 2026 Best Colleges rankings.
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The Latest
- Class of 2029: Sophia Navarro-Montes, aspiring marine life scientist
Sophia Navarro-Montes is passionate about marine biology, science — and penguins. The National Merit Scholar is ready to start her journey as a researcher at FIU.
- Class of 2029: Kiahna Roberts, math whiz and future architect
Kiahna Roberts is combining her math skills with her creativity to become an architect, all while following in the footsteps of her grandma and sister, both proud alumnae.
- Panthers’ F1RST NIGHT to kick off school year
The celebration this evening in Pitbull Stadium marks the start of new students’ college careers and gives everyone else a chance to engage with clubs, orgs and one another.
- Welcome to Day One
New Panthers have landed on campus. FIU News shares a rundown of resources and opportunities they can immediately access as they embark on an exciting journey.
- How can I help my child with ADHD when some question if the disorder is even real?
FIU Psychology Associate Professor Katie Hart recently took the stage at TEDxMiami: Beyond Boundaries to share how early, evidence-based support can transform the lives of struggling youngsters.
- FIU grad embraces life in FinTech industry
A pivot from healthcare to computer science led Mareline Ramirez '20, '24 on a path to Bank of America.
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Highlighted Articles
- Class of 2029: Sebastian Lopez, eye doctor in the making
Meet freshman biology major Sebastian Lopez. He has interned at a VA hospital, led a donation of used glasses for those in need and co-authored a paper published in an international journal.
- Largest freshman class starts at FIU, soars to new heights
Welcome to FIU! The Class of 2029 is the largest incoming class in the university's history. It's also one of the most talented classes. Meet a few freshmen and learn why they love FIU.
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Student Success
- U.S. Department of Education awards FIU $1.3 million TRIO Student Support Services grant
Cyber threats have no borders. One hacker in one place can damage an entire company – along with its employees and clients – all over the world.
- Alumnus launches career at Google
Cyber threats have no borders. One hacker in one place can damage an entire company – along with its employees and clients – all over the world.
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Research
- Connecting the dots: poor sleep, brain injury and epilepsy
Cyber threats have no borders. One hacker in one place can damage an entire company – along with its employees and clients – all over the world.
- Is sound the future of heart disease detection?
Cyber threats have no borders. One hacker in one place can damage an entire company – along with its employees and clients – all over the world.
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Recent Accolades
- Florida International University’s Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management ranks among world’s best in QS World University Rankings
Cyber threats have no borders. One hacker in one place can damage an entire company – along with its employees and clients – all over the world.
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Community & Government Relations
- Green School semester in D.C.: Competitive internship combined with alumni-led classes
Cyber threats have no borders. One hacker in one place can damage an entire company – along with its employees and clients – all over the world.
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