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FIU’s graduate programs have once again been recognized among the nation’s best, with several ranking in the top 50 among public universities in the United States, according to the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings.
The international business program at FIU Business remains a standout, maintaining its position as the No. 2 public program in the nation for the fifth consecutive year, highlighting the college’s dedication to preparing future business leaders.
Graduate programs in the Steven J. Green School of International and Public Affairs, Robert Stempel College of Public Health and Social Work, Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, the Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing & Health Sciences, College of Law and the College of Engineering and Computing also were in the top 50 among public universities in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025-2026 edition of Best Graduate Schools.
Among these, the public affairs program at the Steven J. Green School of International & Public Affairs ranked No. 35 among public universities, while the Stempel College of Public Health & Social Work also made the list with its public health program ranking No. 36.
The College of Medicine ranked No. 41 for research and No. 43 for its primary care program, while its percentage of graduates practicing in Health Professional Shortage Areas ranked No. 32 among public universities.
The College of Nursing’s master’s degree programs ranked No. 31, while the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program ranked No. 41. Additionally, the occupational therapy program ranked No. 50, and the nursing anesthesia program ranked No. 30.
Nationally, FIU Law continues to excel, earning high marks in multiple specialized areas and showcasing FIU’s commitment to providing skills essential for modern legal practice. Overall, the law school ranked No. 45 among public law schools. The international law program ranked No. 16, while the health care law program earned the No. 44 spot. Additionally, the part-time law program ranked No. 10 and the environmental law program ranked No. 45. A new addition to the rankings, FIU Law’s dispute resolution program debuted at No. 48 among public universities.
The biomedical/bioengineering program at the College of Engineering and Computing also achieved notable recognition, ranking No. 45 among public institutions.
“FIU’s continued rise in these prestigious rankings is a testament to our university’s dedication to excellence in education, research, and impact,” said FIU Provost, Executive Vice President, and Chief Operating Officer Elizabeth M. Béjar. “We are proud to see our programs recognized for their quality, outcomes, rigor and transformative significance for our faculty, students and our South Florida community and beyond.”
These new rankings join FIU’s recent recognition in the QS World University Rankings by Subject, where several programs ranked in the top 50. Together, they add to FIU’s growing list of accomplishments, solidifying the university’s position as a leader in public higher education.
U.S. News & World Report has been publishing education rankings since 1983, serving as a trusted resource for students and families seeking top-quality educational opportunities.
