Uncage your curiosity
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If you want to create, teach, ask big questions, or help build a more sustainable world, you'll find your purpose and your people right here with FIU's College of Arts, Sciences & Education.
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Faculty members committed to student success and impactful research
$278M
Total research awards across all disciplines from 2023 to 2025
75
Interdisciplinary degree programs offered across 11 departments
Our People, Our Purpose
Our faculty and students are transforming education, saving species from extinction, restoring ecosystems, developing new treatments for diseases and pioneering mental health treatments. We are making communities safer and leveraging the humanities to guide solutions for the greatest challenges of our time.
We are explorers, innovators, storytellers, educators, community partners and so much more. Whether in the classroom, in the field, or in our communities, the College of Arts, Sciences & Education is helping to create an inspiring and more sustainable future.
Biological Sciences
From the inner workings of our DNA to the global impact of ecosystems, FIU biology is an immersive experience that helps students embark on careers in medicine, conservation, education and more.
Chemistry and Biochemistry
FIU Chemistry prepares students to unlock the secrets of what’s in our environment, medicines that can save lives and innovations that make our communities safer.
Counseling, Recreation and School Psychology
Our degree programs are for people who want to make a direct impact in our communities through clinical practice, supporting schools and life-changing community programs.
Earth and Environment
Pursuing real-world solutions for environmental challenges, we prepare students for careers in land management, geology, meteorology, environmental policy, park management and more.
Educational Policy Studies
Our students do more than study policy. They work in our local communities to develop solutions and create opportunities in all aspects of education — from early childhood to higher education and even for lifelong learners.
English
A community of New York Times bestsellers, analytical communicators and even a Pulitzer finalist, FIU English explores the humanities through classical and modern literature, cultural practices and discourse.
Liberal Studies
Defined by transferable skills, Liberal Studies offers students a broad foundation for the careers of today and the preparation for jobs not yet invented, whenever in business, health care, law, education or other industries.
Mathematics and Statistics
Whether you want to teach math or pursue careers where mathematics and statistics are high-demand skills, we offer a variety of tracks to prepare students for diverse, 21st century careers.
Philosophy
We empower students with the advanced analytical reasoning, logical analysis, and compelling communication skills essential for the dynamic careers of the 21st century.
Physics
From the smallest particles to the mysteries of the cosmos, our students use the language of physics to make discoveries and to analyze, model and solve complex problems.
Psychology
Our faculty and students are advancing understanding in child and adolescent mental health, neuroscience, legal psychology, occupational health and well-being, and mental health counseling.
Teaching and Learning
A top-ranked community dedicated to shaping the future of education, we prepare skilled and knowledgeable educational professions ready to lead 21st century classrooms.
Welcome to Miami
Where Arts, Sciences and Culture Unite
From the edge of the Everglades to the coastline of Biscayne Bay, FIU is located in the international destination of Miami. Home to Fortune 500 companies, renowned cultural institutions and one of the largest public school districts in the nation, Miami offers the living laboratories, connections and inspiration to uncage your curiosity. Experience our campuses today.
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