florida international university (fiu) is a large, public, urban research university in miami, florida, with a mission to provide high-quality teaching, cutting-edge research, and community engagement. as a top-tier r1 "very high research activity" institution, fiu offers a wide range of bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees across its campuses and online, with notable strengths in fields like engineering, business, and the hospitality industry. fiu serves a diverse student body and aims to address local and global challenges through its innovative research and commitment to social mobility and learner success.