Overview
Applicants
1,973
Acceptance Rate
25%
Median Undergrad GPA
3.74
Accepted Applicants Who Attend
152
Test Scores
LSAT
25th-75th percentile
(enrolled students)
(enrolled students)
158 - 162
Deadlines
Application Deadlines
June 30
Application Process
Rolling Admissions
Yes
Application Fee
$20
CAS Service Used
Yes
Applicants accepted in terms other than fall
No
Transfer Applicants Accepted
Yes
Deferred Admission
Yes
Other Admission Factors
Academic
LSAT Score
Undergraduate GPA
Selectivity Rating
Faculty Information
Student/Faculty
8:1
Total Faculty
79
50
Female
45.57
Underrepresented Minorities
Students Say
Florida International University College of Law is a relatively new school. It received its full accreditation from the ABA in 2006. It was created to provide opportunities for underrepresented groups and to serve the immediate community. Students come from all over the globe, and most agree its a great educational experience for the costtruly an affordable gem. One student says, The school has surpassed all of my
expectations. The school offers eight clinical programs, giving students the chance to gain experience in the courtroom by representing real cases. In the human rights and immigration clinic, they represent clients in political asylum, as well as other immigration cases. This real-world experience is something employers are always looking for and is a part of the hands-on experience many students refer to. At FIU, education is practical. Community service is required, as well as a three-semester legal writing program. Professors spend time teaching how to write memos, petitions, appeals, and oral arguments. Students are prepared for the tangible world of legal practice and claim they measure up well against those of other more established institutions, performing highly in both national and international moot courtroom competitions. FIU compares to the top law schools of the country, one student boasts. Students attribute this to the faculty, who are some of the most qualified and brilliant professors in the field. They care about our success. Another thing that sets this program apart from others is the schools focus on international education. Theres an international law requirement in the first year. Most classes devote some time to global issues, respecting current legal trends and the importance of globalization. The curriculum is challenging but fair and offers a good variety of electives in the second and third years. However, some students would prefer a chance to specialize in areas such as tax, business, or criminal law. They hope FIU will confer the LLM degree in the future, as well.
Students love the familial atmosphere of FIU, claiming the deans and administrators know most students by name. The class sizes are small, and students say professors honestly appear happy when they drop by their offices. The professors provide real-world insight, and even the administrative body is committed to its students. The career development office assists students with writing r矇sum矇s and cover letters, as well as prepping them for mock interviews. The administration does not just operate the school, but understands itself to be partners of the students in their journey through law school. There are many opportunities for internships within Miami. Another perk is the schools proximity to both state and federal courts. In addition to the many Miami firms, Floridas Third District Court of Appeals is situated right behind the campus. Furthermore, the dean and the professors do everything that they can to bring the legal world to us. The school hosts visiting lecturers from across the country. Some students argue the schools newness might hamper their vocational opportunities beyond state lines, citing its lack of recognition outside of Florida. Not many employers conduct on-campus interviews here, but the administration is working hard at facilitating networking and externship and internship opportunities that could lead to jobs down the road. Most students feel confident that FIUs reputation as a law school will grow, claiming it has already made excellent progress in its short history.
Students love the familial atmosphere of FIU, claiming the deans and administrators know most students by name. The class sizes are small, and students say professors honestly appear happy when they drop by their offices. The professors provide real-world insight, and even the administrative body is committed to its students. The career development office assists students with writing r矇sum矇s and cover letters, as well as prepping them for mock interviews. The administration does not just operate the school, but understands itself to be partners of the students in their journey through law school. There are many opportunities for internships within Miami. Another perk is the schools proximity to both state and federal courts. In addition to the many Miami firms, Floridas Third District Court of Appeals is situated right behind the campus. Furthermore, the dean and the professors do everything that they can to bring the legal world to us. The school hosts visiting lecturers from across the country. Some students argue the schools newness might hamper their vocational opportunities beyond state lines, citing its lack of recognition outside of Florida. Not many employers conduct on-campus interviews here, but the administration is working hard at facilitating networking and externship and internship opportunities that could lead to jobs down the road. Most students feel confident that FIUs reputation as a law school will grow, claiming it has already made excellent progress in its short history.
Career overview
% of graduates who are employed within ten months of graduation
93%
% of job accepting graduates providing useable salary information
55%
Career Services
On campus summer employment recruitment for first year JD students
Yes
On campus summer employment recruitment for second year JD students
Yes
# of Employers that Recruit on Campus Each Year
120
Employers who most frequently hire graduates
Many public and private employers repeatedly hire FIU Law graduates, including government employers such as the Miami Dade State Attorney?s Office and Public Defender?s Office, JAG Corps, and the Department of Justice, and law firms such as Akerman, Cozen O?Connor, Greenberg Traurig, Holland & Knight, Quintairos Prieto, and Shutts & Bowen.
Graduates Employed by Area
62%
Private Practice
20%
Government
6%
Public Interes
4%
Business/Industry
2%
Judicial Clerkships
1%
Academic
Prominent Alumni
Chanel T. Rowe
Senior Counsel, Johson and Johnson
Desmond Meade
Executive Director of the Florida Rights Restoration Coalition
Shiela Oretsky
Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig
Marcia Del Rey
Judge, Florida 11th Circuit Court
Ivan Parron
Managing Partner, Parron Law: Entertainment and Sports Law Firm
Dates
Financial Aid Rating
Feb 15
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Annual Total Aid Package Awarded
$33,966
% Students Receiving Some Aid
91%
Expenses per Academic Year
In-State Tuition
$20,716
Out-Of-State Tuition
$34,501
Estimated On-Campus Room and Board
$12,156
Estimated Off-Campus Room and Board
$20,904
Estimated Cost for Books / Academic Expense
$8,834
Fees
$398
Student Body Profile
Total Enrollment
487
Parent Institution Enrollement
54,099
Number of Foreign Countries Represented
22
Average Age at Entry
24
% Out-of-State
9%
Demographics
73% are full time
27% are part time
55% female
45% male
Campus Life
Students Say
Students at FIU are very down-to-earth, easily approachable, and thoroughly diverse. They challenge each other in a way better characterized as Olympic spirit rather than academic Darwinism. The student body is comprised of people from more than twenty-two countries, and there are student organizations for just about every interest you can imagine.
FIU students enjoy a beautiful library, state-of-the-art facilities, and courtyards decorated with professional and student art. Students say going to law school in a city is fun for the downtimes when youre not studying. Miami, although admittedly difficult for some transplants, is a true multicultural hub with a population of more than two million people. Students also have access to the Everglades National Park, as well as miles of Floridas beaches.
FIU students enjoy a beautiful library, state-of-the-art facilities, and courtyards decorated with professional and student art. Students say going to law school in a city is fun for the downtimes when youre not studying. Miami, although admittedly difficult for some transplants, is a true multicultural hub with a population of more than two million people. Students also have access to the Everglades National Park, as well as miles of Floridas beaches.
More Information
% of Classrooms with Internet Access
100%
Admissions Office Contact
Contact
Alma O. Miro
Director of Admissions and Financial Aid
Director of Admissions and Financial Aid
Address
FIU College of Law, Office of Admissions and Financial Aid
11200 SW 8th St., RDB 1055
Miami, Fl 33199
11200 SW 8th St., RDB 1055
Miami, Fl 33199
Phone
305-348-8006
Email
lawadmit@fiu.edu
