Exploratory - Biological and Environmental Sciences, EXPLORATORY

Arts, Sciences, & Education

Campus:Biscayne Bay Campus, Modesto Maidique Campus

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Program Description

The Biological and Environmental Sciences exploratory area contains majors that are ideal for students who have an interest in pursuing careers in medicine or who are considering studies in earth or environmental studies. Exploratory majors are excellent for students who are unsure about the major they want to pursue or for students who do not meet the criteria for certain majors with selective admissions. These students will have access to an academic advisor who will provide personal guidance with exploring various career options and selecting an appropriate major.

Admission Requirements

1. Students entering FIU as Freshmen or as a Transfer student with less than 60 transfer credits

Admissions criteria are the same as the general FIU criteria for students entering with fewer than 60 approved credits. Click here for the details.

2. Transfer students entering FIU with 60 or more transfer credits

Admissions criteria are the same as the general FIU criteria for students entering with 60 or more approved credits. Click here for the details.

Career Opportunities

Exploratory Studies tracks will assist you in your discovery of career opportunities, enabling you to pursue your interests and maximize your special talents and abilities. Through the guidance offered in the program, you will review the range of options related to your interests, and with help from professional academic advisors, you will select your major at FIU. For more information regarding the Exploratory Tracks, go to Discover Your Major.

Contact Information

Academic Advising Center
Website: www.undergrad.fiu.edu/advising
Email: advctr@fiu.edu
Modesto Maidique Campus:
PC 249, 305-348-2892
Biscayne Bay Campus:
ACI 180, 305-919-5754