Transfer Admissions - Honors College

Students admitted for Summer 2026 or Fall 2026 who are attending or attended a college/university after graduating high school. Must have at least 2 years remaining in their program of study at FIU.
Note: Those admitted to Spring 2027 will need to apply during the Fall 2027 admission cycle if eligible.

Requirements

Pathway I

3.5 college GPA (as re-calculated by FIU)
12 college credits (not including accelerated mechanisms)
2 full academic years remaining in program of study
300-500 word personal statement “Why I want to join the Honors College”
Résumé

Pathway II

3.8 college GPA (as re-calculated by FIU)
Earned AA degree from Florida College System institution (and posted at FIU)
2 full academic years remaining in program of study
Students will be notified of admission on initial release dates (see deadlines below)

Important Dates & Deadlines

How to Apply

Eligible students can access the application through their MyFIU portal: my.fiu.edu
Use the SAME Panther ID and Password provided for you when you applied to FIU
Students must be admitted to FIU before applying to the Honors College
Click on Student Center
In your portal page under: Admissions, you will find the link: “Apply to the Honors College” (on the left)
Click link and complete your Honors College application
- If you don’t see the link, it is because your recalculated GPA does not meet the minimum requirement.
Upload required documentation:
- Personal Statement “Why I want to join the Honors College”:
  - Why do you want to join the Honors College? Please write a personal statement (300 to 500 words) of why you want to join the Honors College. How can the Honors College help you achieve your academic and career goals? Please provide specific examples about how being a part of the Honors College, and being actively involved, directly connects to you achieving your goals.
- Resumé
  - Please make sure your resume highlights your involvement in activities that demonstrate your leadership skills, participation in service, or commitment to intellectual curiosity and/or creativity.
  - Visit the Career & Talent Development website for assistance in developing one.
Do not forget to “Submit” your application
If you have any questions, contact hcadmissions@fiu.edu

Admitted Checklist

Congratulations on your admission to the FIU Honors College!

Please follow the checklist below to complete your admission process.

1. Confirm your spot in the Honors College by April 1 to be eligible to apply for Honors College scholarships
2. Submit your FIU Admissions Deposit
  - Domestic Institution by June 4 (Summer B) or August 4 (Fall)
  - Non-US Institution by March 13 (Summer B) or July 7 (Fall)
3. Complete Virtual Orientation
4. Complete Transfer Orientation
5. Complete Advising & Registration Day
  - Enroll in at least 12 FIU Credits during the fall
6. Complete Honors College New Student Workshop
  - Enroll in IDH 3034

Visit Get Started for more information.

Questions?

For FIU admissions questions, please email admiss@fiu.edu.

For questions about transferring to FIU, please email transfer@fiu.edu.

For questions regarding attending FIU as an international student, please email isss@fiu.edu.

For Honors College admissions questions, please email hcadmissions@fiu.edu.

Helpful Websites

FIU Admissions

Advising and Registration Day

Orientation & Family Programs