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Florida International University

Miami, Florida · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$47,768

Acceptance Rate

59%

Graduation Rate

71%

Annual Tuition

$6,565

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Florida International University earn a median of $60,249 ten years after entry — 11% above the national median. Acceptance rate 58.8%, average SAT score 1163, in-state tuition $6,565.

At a Glance

Total Students

38,761

Retention Rate

92%

Faculty Ratio

24

Financial Aid

18%

Median Debt

$16,500

Campus Setting

Suburban

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,163

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

550–640

SAT Math (middle 50%)

520–620

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

21–27

Institution Overview

Florida International University is a public institution with a student body of 38,761. The university has an acceptance rate of 58.8% and a graduation rate of 71.3%. The retention rate is 91.6%. The median debt for students is $16,500, and 17.8% of students receive financial aid.

The in-state tuition at Florida International University is $6,565. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $40,919. Five years after graduation, median earnings rise to $47,768, and ten years after graduation, median earnings are $60,249.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$41k

1 YEAR

$48k

5 YEARS

$60k

10 YEARS

Top 41% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Florida International University alumni earn a median salary of $40,919. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $47,768. Ten years after graduation, the median salary is $60,249. The median debt for graduates is $16,500.

Florida International University has a student body of 38,761. The university has an acceptance rate of 58.8% and a graduation rate of 71.3%. The retention rate is 91.6%. The in-state tuition is $6,565, and 17.8% of students receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Psychology, General

Graduates 1,446 / yr
Median Salary $88,263

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 1,135 / yr
Median Salary $76,205

Biology, General

Graduates 880 / yr
Median Salary $21,529

Hospitality Administration/Management

Graduates 810 / yr
Median Salary $40,335

Finance and Financial Management Services

Graduates 713 / yr
Median Salary $74,348

Marketing

Graduates 684 / yr
Median Salary $62,135

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 677 / yr
Median Salary $52,237

International Business

Graduates 649 / yr
Median Salary $60,598

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Graduates 633 / yr
Median Salary $47,591

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Graduates 603 / yr
Median Salary $80,760

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

Graduates 574 / yr
Median Salary $37,745

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Graduates 454 / yr
Median Salary $34,418

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 434 / yr
Median Salary $114,379

Health and Medical Administrative Services

Graduates 370 / yr
Median Salary $53,360

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 361 / yr
Median Salary $52,399

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 349 / yr
Median Salary $70,524

International Relations and National Security Studies

Graduates 303 / yr
Median Salary $33,417

Political Science and Government

Graduates 302 / yr
Median Salary $26,983

Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management

Graduates 281 / yr
Median Salary $39,858

Human Resources Management and Services

Graduates 266 / yr
Median Salary $60,869

Public Administration

Graduates 248 / yr
Median Salary $59,096

Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General

Graduates 212 / yr
Median Salary $35,476

Mechanical Engineering

Graduates 187 / yr
Median Salary $71,335

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

Graduates 182 / yr
Median Salary $71,447

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Campus Location

Miami, Florida

Miami, FL 33199

Florida International University is located in Miami, Florida. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Florida International University has an acceptance rate of 58.8%.