The Florida International University Board of Trustees

Florida International University (FIU) is a public research university headquartered in Westchester, Florida, with a Miami mailing address. Established in 1965, its core mission is to achieve exceptional student-centered learning and upward economic mobility, produce meaningful research and creative activities, and lead transformative innovations locally and globally. FIU is committed to high-quality teaching, state-of-the-art research, and collaborative engagement with its local and global communities.

As a major academic institution, FIU offers a comprehensive range of educational services, including 191 academic programs across 23 colleges and schools, encompassing baccalaureate, master's, doctoral, and professional degrees. Key areas of study include architecture, business administration, engineering, law, and medicine. The university is classified as an "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity" institution by Carnegie, emphasizing its significant research contributions. It also provides extensive student support services, such as academic advising, tutoring, counseling, and financial aid.

Jeanette M. Nuñez serves as the President of Florida International University, confirmed by the Florida Board of Governors. The university maintains a strong market position as a top 100 public university according to U.S. News & World Report, driven by its focus on learner success and research excellence, with annual research expenditures approaching $200 million. Recent developments include a significant $30 million gift to FIU Medicine and ongoing research in areas such as Parkinson's disease and ocean science.