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We’re A Bit Obsessed With Making You Transfer Ready.
For These Majors, Planning Really Matters.

Knowing exactly what is required for admission and success in these majors will help you plan ahead. Students who do not meet admission or progression requirements, but who meet the minimum 2.0 GPA for transfer admission, can be admitted to other majors. We have many options where you can thrive!

Some FIU programs are approved as Specialized Admissions, which means they require additional (and more competitive) admission criteria based on indicators of academic ability, creativity, or talent (i.e., GPA, audition, portfolio, entrance exam). The designation limits enrollment to support academic progression and success when student demand exceeds program resources such as space, equipment, instructional or clinical facilities, and accreditor required student-faculty ratios.

  • Art (BFA)
  • Dietetics and Nutrition
  • Digital Communication and Media
  • Music
  • Nursing
  • Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
  • Social Work
  • Theatre

Some FIU programs require Academic Progression Standards, which considers academic performance in prerequisite courses critical to success in upper division coursework and program completion.

  • Accounting
  • Art (BA)
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Business Administration
  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Digital Arts (BFA)
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Environment Engineering
  • Interdisciplinary Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

All Teacher Preparatory programs have a state mandated 2.5 minimum GPA requirement for admission.

  • Art Education K-12
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Elementary Education
  • English Education
  • Exceptional Student Education
  • Mathematics Education
  • Music Education K-12
  • Science Education
  • Social Studies Education

The School of Architecture offers the accelerated Master’s degree, which consists of a two year pre-graduate foundation and three year professional graduate program. The pathway supports a seamless course of study from undergraduate to graduate, and the awarding of the Master’s degree (no Bachelor’s degree is awarded). Transfer students begin in the third year after earning 60 credits and the AA degree in Architectural Studies. 

  • Architecture (M. Arch)
  • Interior Architecture (MIA)
  • Landscape Architecture (MLA)
Transfer students are expected to earn the AA degree (from a Florida public institution) and complete all prerequisite courses prior to transfer. For a list of prerequisites, by major, view our Transfer Guides.

Accounting

 Academic Progression
Degree Bachelor of Accounting (BAcc)
GPA 2.0 or higher cumulative
2.75 or higher in prerequisite courses
Additional Requirements
  • AA degree from FL public college or completion of FIU’s UCC
  • Completion of all prerequisites
  • Completion of each prerequisite course with grade of C or higher in two attempts or fewer
    • Drop/Withdrawal grades are considered attempts
Application Deadline The College of Business has earlier Application and Deposit Deadlines
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Architecture

Graduate Program with Lower-Division Prerequisite Requirements
Degrees

Accelerated Master of Architecture (M. Arch)
Accelerated Master of Interior Architecture (MIA)
Accelerated Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA)

  • No Bachelor’s degree is awarded. Students transition from the AA degree to graduate level coursework.
GPA 3.0 or higher cumulative
Additional Requirements
  • AA degree from FL public college or completion of FIU’s UCC
  • Completion of all prerequisites
  • Completion of each prerequisite course with grade of C or higher
  • Portfolio of creative work

In addition to submitting FIU’s (transfer) admissions application, student submit the GetAcceptd application. A link to GetAcceptd is included for each program listed below.

Architecture
Application Process & Portfolio Requirements
(See Transfer Students Tab)

Interior Architecture
Application Process & Portfolio Requirements
(Transfer Students tab)

Landscape Architecture
Application Process & Portfolio Requirements
(Transfer Students tab)
Application Deadline January 15th each year
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Art and Fine Arts

Specialized Admissions
Degrees Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Art
GPA

2.0 or higher cumulative
2.75 or higher in the 4 foundational courses below in two attempts or fewer
(Drop/Withdrawal grades are considered attempts)

  • ART 1201C (2D Design)
  • ART 1203C (3D Design)
  • ART 2300C (Beginning Drawing)
  • ART 2330C (Beginning Figure Drawing)
Additional Requirements
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Academic Progression Standards
Degree Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Digital Arts
GPA

2.0 or higher cumulative
2.75 or higher in the 4 foundational courses below in two attempts or fewer
(Drop/Withdrawal grades are considered attempts)

  • ART 1201C (2D Design)
  • ART 1203C (3D Design)
  • ART 2300C (Beginning Drawing)
  • ART 2330C (Beginning Figure Drawing)
Additional Requirements
  • AA degree from FL public college or completion of FIU’s UCC
  • Completion of all prerequisites
  • Completion of each prerequisite course with grade of C or higher
  • Portfolio (artworks): Portfolio Requirements and Deadlines
    • The Digital Arts portfolio will be used to advise students on a course sequence designed for success.
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Academic Progression Standards
Degree Bachelor of Arts in Art
GPA

2.0 or higher cumulative
2.5 or higher in the 4 foundational courses below in two attempts or fewer
(Drop/Withdrawal grades are considered attempts)

  • ART 1201C (2D Design)
  • ART 1203C (3D Design)
  • ART 2300C (Beginning Drawing)
  • ART 2330C (Beginning Figure Drawing)
Additional Requirements
  • AA degree from FL public college or completion of FIU’s UCC
  • Completion of all prerequisites
  • Completion of each prerequisite course with grade of C or higher
  • A portfolio of creative work is not required for this degree
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Teacher Preparation State Mandated Admission Requirements
Degree Bachelor of Science in Art Education K-12*
GPA

2.5 or higher cumulative
2.5 or higher in the 4 foundational courses below in two attempts or fewer
(Drop/Withdrawal grades are considered attempts)

  • ART 1201C (2D Design)
  • ART 1203C (3D Design)
  • ART 2300C (Beginning Drawing)
  • ART 2330C (Beginning Figure Drawing)
Additional Requirements
  • AA degree from FL public college or completion of FIU’s UCC
  • Completion of all prerequisites
  • Completion of each prerequisite course with grade of C or higher
  • Portfolio not required
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Business Administration

 Academic Progression
Degree Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Majors Business Analytics
Finance
Human Resource Management
International Business
Logistics and Supply Chain Management 
Management
Information Systems
Marketing
Real Estate
GPA 2.0 or higher cumulative
2.5 or higher in prerequisite courses
Additional Requirements
  • AA degree from FL public college or completion of FIU’s UCC
  • Completion of all prerequisites
  • Completion of each prerequisite course with grade of C or higher in two attempts or fewer
    • Drop/Withdrawal grades are considered attempts
Application Deadline The College of Business has earlier Application and Deposit Deadlines
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Dietetics and Nutrition

Specialized Admissions
Degree

Bachelor of Science in Dietetics and Nutrition

  • Dietetics Track (Didactic Program)
  • Nutrition Science Track
GPA 2.70 or higher cumulative
Additional Requirements
  • AA degree from FL public college or completion of FIU’s UCC
  • Completion of all prerequisite courses
  • Grade of “C” or better in prerequisite science courses
    • BSC 2010/L (General Biology I and Lab)
    • CHM 1045/L (General Chemistry I and Lab)
    • CHM 1046/L (General Chemistry II and Lab)
    • HUN 2201 (Principles of Nutrition)

Information Sheet for Transfer Students
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(See “Program Directors and Advisors” at bottom of page)

Digital Communication and Media

Specialized Admissions
Degree Bachelor of Science in Digital Communication and Media
Majors Digital Broadcasting
Digital and Interactive Media
Digital Journalism
Digital TV and Multimedia Production
GPA 2.85 minimum
Additional Requirements
  • AA degree from FL public college or completion of FIU’s UCC
  • Completion of all prerequisite courses
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Education

Teacher Preparation State Mandated Admission Requirements
Majors Art Education K-12 (also refer to Art and Fine Arts tab)
Early Childhood Education
Elementary Education
English Education
Exceptional Student Education
Mathematics Education (FIUteach)
Music Education K-12 (also refer to Music tab)
Social Studies Education:
   –Geography, History, Political Science
Science Education (FIUteach):
   –Biology, Chemical, Earth Science, Physics
GPA 2.5 minimum
Entry Exam
  • Pass the General Knowledge Test (GK)

The GK is required for all teacher preparation programs; it is not required for the following non-teacher certification programs: Early Childhood Education-Development Track, Exceptional Student Education-Special Education, Educational Foundations and Policy Track, and Elementary Education-Career Development Track.

Florida Teacher Certification Examinations
Additional Requirements
  • AA degree from FL public college or completion of FIU’s UCC
  • Completion of all prerequisite courses
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Engineering

Academic Progression Standards
Degrees Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Environment Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
GPA 2.0 or higher cumulative
Additional Requirements
  • AA degree from FL public college or completion of FIU’s UCC
  • Completion of each prerequisite course with grade of C or higher

The programs below require specific math and/or science courses prior to transfer.

Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Interdisciplinary Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering 

  • Calculus I ready or Calculus I or higher
  • What courses are required to become Calculus I ready?
    • MAC 1105 (College Algebra) and MAC 1147 (Precalculus Algebra and Trigonometry) or MAC 1140 (Precalculus Algebra) and MAC 1114 (Trigonometry)
    • Learn more about the Calculus ready policy


Computer Engineering and Electrical Engineering 

  • Calculus I or higher


Biomedical Engineering

  • Complete these 4 foundational courses prior to transfer
    • MAC 2311 (Calculus I)
    • BSC 1010/L (General Biology I and Lab)
    • CHM 1045/L (General Chemistry I and Lab)
    • PHY 2048/L (Physics with Calculus I and Lab)
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Music

Specialized Admissions
Degree Bachelor of Music (BM)
Majors Composition
Instrumental Performance
Jazz Performance
Music Business
Music Education K-12*
Music Technology
Organ Performance
Piano Performance
Vocal Performance
GPA 2.0 or higher cumulative
*2.5 or higher for the Bachelor of Music: Music Education K-12
Additional Requirements
  • AA degree from FL public college or completion of FIU’s UCC
  • Completion of each prerequisite course with grade of C or higher

In addition to submitting FIU’s (transfer) admissions application, students must submit the GetAcceptd application to be considered for an audition.

An audition is also required for Music Business due to its comprehensive nature, which includes applied lessons and ensembles at a level of proficiency beyond those of beginners. The School of Music does not offer beginner level lessons.
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Nursing (BSN Accelerated Option Program)

Specialized Admissions
Degree

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

  • Accelerated Option Program
GPA 3.0 or higher cumulative for all bachelor’s coursework
3.25 or higher in prerequisite courses
Entry Exam ATI TEAS
Registration: FIU’s Center for Testing and Career Certification
Additional Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • Completion of all prerequisite courses
  • Completion of each prerequisite course with grade of C or better
    (repeated attempts not considered for science prerequisites)
  • Science courses must have been completed within 10 years of enrollment at time of admission

Admission Requirements
(Includes information for foreign educated physicians)
Application Deadline
  • Fall admission only
  • Application cycle: April 15 – July 15
  • Deadline is July 15 each year
  • Completion of all prerequisite courses by end of summer term

Step-by-Step Application Process
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Nursing (BSN Traditional Program)

Specialized Admissions
Degree

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

  • Traditional/Generic Program
GPA 3.25 or higher cumulative
(Average GPA for admits during the past 3 years = 3.70.)
Entry Exam ATI TEAS (minimum score: 70% Comprehensive, 62% Science)
Register for Exam: Center for Testing and Career Certification
Additional Requirements
  • AA degree from FL public college or completion of FIU’s UCC
  • Completion of all prerequisite courses
  • Completion of each prerequisite course wih grade of C or better
    (repeated attempts not considered for science prerequisites)
  • Science courses must have been taken within 10 years of enrollment at the time of admission

Admission Requirements
Application Deadline
  • Fall Application Cycle: December 15 to March 15
  • Fall Application Deadline: March 15
  • Spring Application Cycle: April 15 to July 15
  • Spring Application Deadline: July 15
  • Completion of all prerequisite courses the term prior to submitting application

Step-by-Step Application Process
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Nursing (RN to BSN-Fully Online Program)

Specialized Admissions
Degree

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

  • RN to BSN Program (Fully-Online)
GPA 2.75 or higher cumulative
Entry Exam None
Additional Requirements
  • Must have unencumbered Florida Registered Nurse License

Applicants from an ACEN (Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, formerly NLNAC) accredited ASN or Diploma Nursing program:

  • 60 transferrable lower-division credits
  • Completion of FIU’s UCC (met with AA degree from FL public college or non-nursing Bachelor’s degree in another discipline from an accredited institution)
  • Completion of foreign language requirement, FLENT/FLEX
  • Completion of all prerequisite courses (see “Requirements” Tab)
  • Completion of each prerequisite course with grade of C or higher (see “Requirements” Tab)
    (repeated attempts not considered for science prerequisites)

Applicants with BSN courses from another institution requesting transfer into RN-BSN Track:

  • Transfer courses must be evaluated by Nursing faculty
  • Students allowed a maximum of 6 transfer upper-division nursing credits (must have been completed within 5 years of enrollment at time of admission)
  • Transfer credits do not replace the 30 credits required in FIU Nursing to earn the degree

Applicants with a Florida RN license who hold degrees from outside the U.S.

  • The degree earned outside the U.S. must be evaluated to be equivalent to a Bachelor’s or Doctorate in Medicine degree at an accredited U.S. institution

General Information and Brochure (see “General Information” Tab)
View Information Session (see “View Our Info Session” Tab)
Application Deadline Program follows deadlines set by Undergraduate Admissions
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Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

Specialized Admissions
Degree Bachelor of Science in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
GPA 2.85 or higher cumulative
Additional Requirements
  • AA degree from FL public college or completion of FIU’s UCC
  • Completion of all prerequisite courses
  • Completion of each prereqisite course with grade of C or higher
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Social Work

Specialized Admissions
Degree Bachelor of Science in Social Work
GPA 2.75 or higher cumulative
Additional Requirements
  • AA degree from FL public college or completion of FIU’s UCC 
  • Completion of all prerequisite courses
  • Completion of each prerequisite course with grade of C or higher
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Theatre

Specialized Admissions
Degree Bachelor of Arts in Theatre
GPA 2.0 or higher cumulative
Additional Requirements
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