Florida International University

If you want to apply to Florida International University, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is April 1 and the fee for the application is $30.

Florida International University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Florida International University's admissions stats.

Florida International University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	4.0
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	29%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	87%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	13%
Waitlist	No

Florida International University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Florida International University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––
Regular Decision	Yes	April 11	––

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Applying Early to Florida International University?

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Florida International University does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on Florida International University Admissions

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to Florida International University?

Getting into Florida International University is moderately difficult. Florida International University has open admissions, which means admission is not competitive and any applicants that met the basic requirements can enroll.

In 2021, Florida International University accepted 64% of all applicants, approximately 10,502 from 16,406 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Florida International University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT. Admissions to limited access programs is program very difficult.

Transferring to Florida International University

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Florida International University

Florida International University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Florida International University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Florida International University

Wondering what factors are considered by Florida International University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Class Rank	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Florida International University for more information on admission factors.

Florida International University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Florida International University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Florida International University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Interview
Other Requirements			√	portfolio or audition
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Florida International University?

Students admitted to Florida International University have an average unweighted GPA of 4.0.

Out of all students that were admitted, 82% submitted a class rank. At Florida International University 29% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 53% were in the top 25% and 63% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Florida International University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	66%
3.75 and 3.99	15%
3.50 and 3.74	15%
3.25 and 3.49	3%
3.00 and 3.24	1%
2.50 and 2.9	––
2.00 and 2.49	––

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Florida International University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Florida International University considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Florida International University is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 87% of Florida International University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 13% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Florida International University?

To be competitive with other Florida International University applicants, you should strive to earn between 1030 and 1220 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Florida International University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1220 and 25% of scored lower than 1030, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Florida International University students scored 610 or higher and 75% of students scored 550 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Florida International University students scored 630 or higher, and 75% scored a 550 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Florida International University?

To be most competitive at Florida International University, you should strive to earn between 21 and 27 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Florida International University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Florida International University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

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More Information on Transferring to Florida International University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Florida International University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 11.

Transfer students can enroll in Florida International University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Florida International University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Florida International University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Florida International University.

Does Florida International University accept transfer credits?

✅ Florida International University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Florida International University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Florida International University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Florida International University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Florida International University?

✅ Florida International University is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is Florida International University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Florida International University is 64%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Florida International University?

❌ Florida International University does not offer early decision.

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