Florida International University in Miami

11200 SW 8th St (Modesto Maidique Campus)

Florida International University

Florida International University (FIU) is a public research university located in Miami, Florida. It was founded in 1965 and has since grown to become one of the largest universities in the state. FIU has over 54,000 students and offers over 200 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs in various fields such as business, engineering, law, medicine, and more. The university is known for its diverse student body, ranking as one of the most diverse universities in the United States.

FIU is a great location to visit for tourists interested in exploring Miami's vibrant cultural scene. The university is home to the Patricia and Phillip Frost Art Museum, which houses a collection of over 6,000 objects spanning from pre-Columbian times to contemporary art. Additionally, the Wolfsonian-FIU Museum features a collection of decorative arts, industrial design, and propaganda materials from the late 19th century to the present. FIU is also home to the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, which offers various community outreach programs such as free health screenings and educational programs for the public.

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