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Global First Year (2-Semester) - Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Florida International University

Miami campus — Miami, Florida, United States

Study Level
Undergraduate · 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
January 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 21,012
Application Fee
None listed
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The FIU Global First Year Program combines credit-bearing courses from the first year of a student’s degree with additional support services, instruction tailored to their academic and language level, and cultural experiences to ensure future success. The program also includes the Career Accelerator program, which provides valuable professional skills for a successful career. The Career Accelerator is specifically designed for international students and includes four semesters of professional development and career guidance, skills-based training, exclusive internship opportunities, workshops, real-world experiences, and cross-cultural group work. The Department of Politics and International Relations at Florida International University integrates traditional disciplinary strengths in political science with a multi-disciplinary approach to international relations. With 40 faculty members, an administrative staff of 6, over 100 graduate students, and more than 1500 undergraduate majors, the DPIR offers a diverse range of courses and research opportunities. Faculty and graduate students conduct research across various geographic regions and thematic areas, including democracy, disasters, environmental treaties, ethnic tensions, foreign policy, gender rights, geopolitics, global governance, political economy, national security, postmodernism, refugees, and human rights. Within the vibrant community of Florida International University, the Department of Politics and International Relations provides an exciting environment for students to prepare for careers in public service, government, non-governmental organizations, or the private sector. The Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science is designed to encourage the analysis of political systems, stimulate a grasp of political science as a discipline, develop an interest in political activity and public affairs, and prepare students for further study in political science or related fields. Students are encouraged to customize their course selection to align with their interests and career goals.
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Field of study
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Credential
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 21,012
Application fee
None listed
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

Institution fees are paid according to the institution's instructions. Any Eagle Link service fee is shown on an Eagle Link invoice before payment. See our Payments Policy.

Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline
7 December 2026
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Miami campus

Miami, Florida, United States

11200 Southwest 8th Street

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

Please confirm current eligibility with Eagle Link before applying.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Verify before applying

OPT and STEM OPT eligibility depend on maintaining F-1 status and on the program. A program counts as STEM only when its CIP code is on the official STEM list — not because its name sounds technical.

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Eagle Link does not guarantee visa approval and does not make immigration decisions.

About the Institution

Established in 1965, Florida International University (FIU) is located in Miami which is a tropical paradise and an urban hub with so many diverse and interconnected neighborhoods to explore. You can investigate the stunning coastlines found in Key Biscayne and Miami Beach, dance salsa and sip Cuban coffee in Little Havana or visit the vibrant spaces of Wynwood, an unconventional art community boasting more than 70 galleries and museums. Greater Miami also showcases its art, culture and history through groundbreaking museums such as the Perez Art Museum, the Philip and Patricia Frost Museum of...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.