The Best Online Colleges in Florida | TheBestSchools

by TBS Staff

Updated August 26, 2022 • 4 min read

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Overview

Florida International University, a public research university founded in 1965, enrolls more than 50,000 students. A member of the State University System of Florida, Florida International University offers more than 191 programs of study leading to undergraduate, graduate (including doctoral), and professional degrees through 23 schools and colleges.

Florida International University’s offerings include more than 20 online bachelor degree programs in areas such as early childhood education, finance, hospitality management, and information technology.

Students may pursue 19 online master’s degrees, including construction management, music education, and real estate, and a doctorate in nursing practice.

Florida International University offers an online BS/MS combined degree in recreation and sport management, as well as numerous undergraduate and graduate certificate programs.

Online students have access to an online orientation, success coaches, and the Academy of Leaders.

Florida International University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) also provides accreditation to Florida International University’s College of Business.

Florida International University Recognized as an Online College Leader

TBS has recognized FIU as a leader of online education in the areas of business & management, education & teaching, and liberal arts & humanities for having several ranking online programs, offered by their Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, R. Kirk Landon Undergraduate School of Business, and Alvah H. Chapman Jr. Graduate School of Business.

Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management

The Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, one of 11 schools and colleges at Florida International University, offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree and certificate programs in hospitality management fields. Students interested in pursuing hospitality careers can choose from topics of study including hospitality management, food and beverage science, revenue management, hospitality real estate development, and human resources development. For career-minded students, the school offers numerous benefits, including accelerated degree programs, online degree programs, professional experience opportunities, and study aboard opportunities.

The Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management offers online degree programs featured in the following rankings:

R. Kirk Landon Undergraduate School of Business

The Landon Undergraduate School of Business, part of the Florida International University College of Business, offers a variety of undergraduate degree and certificate programs in business fields. Students pursuing diverse business careers may study topics including accounting, business administration, international business, finance, human resource management, information systems, marketing, and real estate. Through a variety of options, including dual degree programs, online degree programs, professional experience opportunities, and professional development resources, the school serves rising professionals on their way to success. The College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AASCB).

The Landon Undergraduate School of Business offers online degree programs featured in the following rankings:

Alvah H. Chapman Jr. Graduate School of Business

Alvah H. Chapman Jr. Graduate School of Business, part of the Florida International University College of Business, offers graduate, doctoral, and professional degree and certificate programs in various business fields. Students in the school may pursue degrees in topics including business administration, accounting, international business, human resource management, marketing, international real estate, and information systems. The school focuses on career-readiness and advancement, meeting the needs of busy professionals with plenty of specialization options, flexible online degree choices for degree completion (including an online MBA), international study opportunities and global initiatives, professional development resources, and joint degrees. The College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AASCB).

The Chapman Graduate School of Business offers online degree programs featured in the following rankings:

Florida International University Accreditation, Tuition, and Admissions Info:

Accreditation:

Florida International University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) also provides accreditation to Florida International University’s College of Business.

Approved in every state.

Tuition:

Undergraduate = $212/credit; Graduate = $833

Admissions:

Acceptance Rate: 50%

Admissions requirements vary by program.

Undergraduate degrees: require a high school transcript or GED transcript, plus transcripts from any institution of higher education and/or official military transcripts. SAT scores are not required for online adult learners.

Graduate degrees typically require official transcripts from each institution attended, GPA, references, and a personal statement. Certain programs may provide GMAT/GRE waivers for highly qualified candidates.

Transfer Credits: There is no limit to the number of credits that can be transferred from a regionally accredited institution. However, it is up to the specific degree program in which you are enrolled to decide what credits will be accepted towards your degree.

Transfer of graduate credit is considered on a case-by-case basis.

School Profile

Accreditation: Regional (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools)
Region: Southeast
Retention Rate: 84%
Requires SAT or ACT: SAT or ACT
Public/Private: Public Nonprofit
Acceptance Rate: 50%
Graduation Rate: 52.9%
Cost Per Credit (In-State/Out-of-State): Undergrad: $212/$312. Grad: $833/$833
Address: 11200 SW 8th Street, Miami, FL 33199, USA

Online Degrees at Florida International University

Online Bachelor’s Degrees
Online Master’s Degrees
Online Doctorate Degrees

Online Undergraduate Certificates
Online Graduate Certificates

Significant Florida International University online degree rankings:

Online Bachelor’s Degree Programs

BA in Asian Studies
BA in Communication Arts: Organizational Communication Studies
BA in Computer Science
BA in Information Technology
BA in Interdisciplinary Studies
BA in International Relations
BA in Latin American and Caribbean Studies
BA in Political Science
BA in Psychology
BA in Religious Studies
BA in Sociology/Anthropology: Anthropology Track
BA in Sociology/Anthropology: Sociology Track
BA in Spanish
BA in Sustainability and the Environment
BA in Women’s and Gender Studies
BBA in Finance
BBA in Human Resource Management
BBA in International Business
BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
BBA in Management
BBA in Marketing
BHSA in Health Services Administration
BPA

BS in Computer Engineering
BS in Crime Science
BS in Criminal Justice
BS in Early Childhood Education
BS in Electrical Engineering
BS in Hospitality Management
BS in Hospitality Management: Beverage Management
BS in Hospitality Management: Culinary Management
BS in Hospitality Management: Event Management
BS in Hospitality Management: Hotel Lodging Management
BS in Hospitality Management: Restaurant and Food Service Management
BS in Hospitality Management: Travel and Tourism Management
BS in Information Technology
RN to BSN
BS in Recreation and Sport Management: Pre-Recreational Therapy/Adaptive Recreation
BS in Recreation and Sport Management: Recreation and Sport Management