We’re A Bit Obsessed With Making You Transfer Ready.
For These Majors, Planning Really Matters.
Some FIU majors are designated as Specialized Admissions, which means they have limited space, clinical facilities, equipment, etc., and thereby require additional admission criteria such as a competitive GPA, entrance exam, portfolio, or an audition. Other majors require Academic Progression Standards that consider performance in prerequisite courses critical to success in upper-division coursework.
We also included teacher preparatory programs per their state mandated 2.5 minimum GPA admission requirement as well as our architecture programs, which transition from lower-division to graduate requirements as part of the Master’s degree.
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!
Accounting
Academic Progression Standards | |
Degree | Bachelor of Accounting (BAcc) |
GPA | 2.0 minimum and 2.75 minimum in prerequisite courses |
Additional Requirements |
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Application Deadline | The College of Business has earlier Application Deadlines and Deposit Deadlines |
Advising | Accounting Advising |
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)
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GPA | 3.0 minimum |
Additional Requirements |
In addition to submitting FIU’s (transfer) admissions application, students must submit the GetAcceptd application. A link to GetAcceptd is included for each program listed below. Architecture Interior Architecture Landscape Architecture |
Application Deadline | January 15th each year |
Advising | Architecture Advising |
Art and Fine Arts
Specialized Admissions | |
Degrees | Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Art |
GPA | 2.0 minimum
In addition to the 2.0 general admissions GPA requirement, students must earn a 2.75 minimum GPA in 4 foundational courses (below) in two attempts or fewer. Drops after the add/drop period are considered an attempt in the course.
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Advising | Fine Arts in Art Advising |
Academic Progression Standards | |
Degree | Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Digital Arts |
GPA | 2.0 minimum
In addition to the 2.0 general admissions GPA requirement, students must earn a 2.75 minimum GPA in 4 foundational courses (below) in two attempts or fewer. Drops after the add/drop period are considered an attempt in the course.
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Additional Requirements |
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Advising | Fine Arts in Digital Arts Advising |
Academic Progression Standards | |
Degree | Bachelor of Arts in Art |
GPA | 2.0 minimum
In addition to the 2.0 general admissions GPA requirement, students must earn a 2.5 minimum GPA in 4 foundational courses (below) in two attempts or fewer. Drops after the add/drop period are considered an attempt in the course.
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Advising | Art Advising |
Teacher Preparation State Mandated Admission Requirements | |
Degree | Bachelor of Science in Art Education K-12* |
GPA | 2.5 minimum
In addition to the 2.5 general admissions GPA requirement, students must earn a 2.5 minimum GPA in 4 foundational courses (below) in two attempts or fewer. Drops after the add/drop period are considered an attempt in the course.
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Additional Requirements |
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Advising | Art Education Advising |
Business Administration
Academic Progression Standards | |
Degree | Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) |
Majors | Business Analytics Finance Human Resource Management International Business Management Information Systems Logistics and Supply Chain Management Marketing Real Estate |
GPA | 2.0 minimum and 2.5 minimum in prerequisite courses |
Additional Requirements |
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Application Deadline | The College of Business has earlier Application Deadlines and Deposit Deadlines |
Advising | Business Advising |
Dietetics and Nutrition
Specialized Admissions | |
Degree | Bachelor of Science in Dietetics and Nutrition
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GPA | 2.70 minimum |
Additional Requirements |
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Advising | Dietetics and Nutrition Advising (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 |
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Advising | Journalism + Media Advising |
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 |
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. |
Additional Requirements |
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Advising | Education Advising |
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 minimum |
Additional Requirements |
The programs below require specific math and/or science courses prior to transfer. Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Interdisciplinary Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering
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Advising | Engineering Advising |
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 minimum *2.5 minimum for the Bachelor of Music: Music Education K-12 |
Additional Requirements |
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. Questions about the application process or audition? Contact Barbara Mosquera. |
Advising | Music Advising |
Nursing (BSN Generic)
Specialized Admissions | |
Degree | Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
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GPA | 3.25 minimum (Average GPA for admits during the past 3 years = 3.7.) |
Entry Exam |
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Additional Requirements |
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Application Deadline |
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Advising | Nursing Advising |
Nursing (BSN Accelerated Option)
Specialized Admissions | |
Degree | Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
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GPA | 3.0 minimum cumulative GPA for all bachelor’s coursework and 3.25 minimum in prerequisite courses |
Entry Exam | ATI TEAS (Sixth Edition) Registration: FIU’s Center for Testing and Career Certification |
Additional Requirements |
Admission Requirements |
Application Deadline |
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Advising | Nursing Advising |
Nursing (RN to BSN-Fully Online)
Specialized Admissions | |
Degree | Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
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GPA | 2.75 minimum |
Entry Exam | None |
Additional Requirements |
Applicants from an ACEN (Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, formerly NLNAC) accredited ASN or Diploma Nursing program:
Applicants with BSN courses from another institution requesting transfer into RN-BSN Track:
Applicants with a Florida RN license who hold degrees from outside the U.S.
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Application Deadline | Program follows deadlines set by Undergraduate Admissions |
Advising | Nursing Advising |
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Specialized Admissions | |
Degree | Bachelor of Science in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication |
GPA | 2.85 minimum |
Additional Requirements |
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Advising | Communication Advising |
Social Work
Specialized Admissions | |
Degree | Bachelor of Science in Social Work |
GPA | 2.75 minimum |
Additional Requirements |
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Advising | Social Work Advising |
Theatre
Specialized Admissions | |
Degree | Bachelor of Arts in Theatre |
GPA | 2.0 minimum |
Additional Requirements |
In addition to submitting FIU’s (transfer) admissions application, students must submit the GetAcceptd application and audition. The department requires an Interview/Portfolio Review or an Audition depending on the student’s goals and interests. Learn more about the Application Process as well as Portfolio Reviews and Auditions. |
Advising | Theatre Advising |