Florida International University College of Law

What Florida International University College of Law does

Florida International University College of Law (FIU Law) is Miami's public law school, founded in 2000 as a constituent college of Florida International University. The institution operates from the 153,000 sq ft Rafael Diaz-Balart Hall on FIU's Modesto A. Maidique Campus and serves prospective attorneys, law-adjacent professionals, foreign-trained lawyers, technology professionals, and paralegal career seekers through five core degree programs: Juris Doctor (JD), Juris Master (JM), Master of Laws (LLM) for foreign lawyers, Master of Science in the Law of Technology (MSLT), and a Paralegal Studies Certificate, supplemented by three graduate certificates in Environmental Law, Intellectual Property Law, and National Security and Military Law. All programs are ABA-accredited through the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar, with specific acquiescence for LLM (April 2011) and MSLT (November 2024). Core technology consists of a Canvas-based learning management system, Zoom-enabled live online delivery for JM/MSLT/Paralegal, LexisNexis for legal research training, the LSAC portal for JD/LLM applications, and a 50,000 sq ft on-site Law Library with specializations in international, comparative, immigration, environmental, and Latin American law.

Revenue mechanics are tuition-driven with state appropriation and donor support layered on top. Tuition ranges from $6,600 (Paralegal on-campus) and $7,095 (Paralegal online) up to $35,650 (JD out-of-state full-time), with MSLT at $25,626, JM at $24,726, and LLM at $20,180 (positioned as the most affordable in the U.S.). Additional revenue streams include merit- and need-based scholarships (including a Microsoft-funded MSLT Scholars Program), alumni donations via the Dean's Alumni Circle, and clinical program support. Go-to-market is hybrid: enterprise-style direct admissions through the Office of Admissions and campus events for the JD, paired with self-serve online application funnels for JM/MSLT/Paralegal distributed through LSAC, FIU Online, and digital marketing channels including social media, weekly newsletters, virtual Zoom chats, and a Student Ambassador referral program. Outcomes reported include an 89.3% first-time Florida Bar passage rate on the July 2025 exam (highest in the state), 93% J.D. graduate employment in professional positions, and U.S. News rankings of No. 40 public / No. 77 overall plus specialty rankings in Part-time (#12), International Law (#29), Trial Advocacy (#35), and Environmental Law (#39).

Name

Florida International University College of Law

Legal name

Florida International University College of Law

Website

https://law.fiu.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Florida International University College of Law is Miami's public law school, founded in 2000, offering ABA-accredited JD, JM, LLM, MSLT, and Paralegal programs to aspiring attorneys, foreign lawyers, and law-adjacent professionals from its Miami campus and online channels.

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Product category

Legal Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

ABA-Accredited JD-Granting Law Schools (EDAHAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

LLM & Post-JD Graduate Law Programs (EDAHAIAC), Online / Hybrid Law Schools & Programs (EDAHAIAE), Paralegal & Legal Studies Programs (Law School–Affiliated) (EDAHAIAI)

Keywords

• Legal education
• Juris doctor programs
• Master of laws
• Paralegal certificate
• Technology law

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. JD Tuition: Tuition revenue from Juris Doctor program with in-state and out-of-state pricing. In-state full-time annual tuition $21,407, part-time $14,501; out-of-state full-time $35,651, part-time $24,151. Additional student fees of $399 per term.
2. MSLT Tuition: Master of Science in Law of Technology program tuition of $25,626 covering academic coursework. Standard university fees assessed separately including health services and athletic fees.
3. JM Tuition: Juris Master program at approximately $24,726.30 plus fees for 30 credits at $824.21 per credit hour. Financial aid available.
4. LLM Tuition: Master of Laws program tuition of $20,180 for foreign lawyers, significantly lower than national average for LLM programs.
5. Paralegal Certificate Tuition: Paralegal certificate program: On-Campus $6,600, Online $7,095 (includes technology fee). One-year program with 225 clock hours.
6. Alumni Donations and Development: Private gifts and donations supporting FIU Law through various scholarship funds, Dean’s Alumni Circle ($150+ annually), and clinical program support. Includes recurring monthly gift options.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

FIU College of Law delivers accredited legal education programs to individual students through five core offerings: the Juris Doctor (JD) for aspiring attorneys, the Juris Master (JM) for law-adjacent professionals, the Master of Laws (LLM) for foreign-trained lawyers, the Master of Science in the Law of Technology (MSLT) for technology-law professionals, and the Paralegal Studies Certificate for legal support careers. Programs are delivered on-campus in Miami and via online/hybrid formats with multiple start dates (Fall, Spring, Summer), and are accredited by the American Bar Association.

Product overview

FIU College of Law is Miami's public law school offering a comprehensive portfolio of legal education programs. The institution provides five core degree programs: the Juris Doctor (JD) for aspiring attorneys, the Juris Master (JM) for law-adjacent professionals, the Master of Laws (LLM) for foreign-trained lawyers, the Master of Science in the Law of Technology (MSLT) for technology-law professionals, and a Paralegal Studies Certificate for legal support professionals. These core programs are supplemented by specialized graduate certificates in Environmental Law, Intellectual Property Law, and National Security and Military Law. Experiential learning is integrated through eight law clinics, the Pro Bono Program, Semester-in-Practice, and competitive advocacy teams including Moot Court, Trial Team, Negotiation & Mediation, Willem C. Vis Moot, and Moot Madrid. The institution also publishes the FIU Law Review and operates a 50,000 square foot Law Library.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Legal Studies Institute (LSI): Affiliate of FIU Law providing high-quality paralegal professional training and certificate programs for more than 30 years

Products and services

• Juris Doctor (JD) Three-year (full-time) or four-year (part-time) law degree program preparing students to enter the legal profession, including foundation curriculum, upper-level coursework, experiential learning requirements, and specialized certificate options in Environmental Law, IP Law, and National Security and Military Law.
• Juris Master (JM) 30-credit master degree program designed for non-attorney professionals in banking, education, and health law. Delivered online in a live format via video conferencing, the program helps law-adjacent professionals deepen their legal expertise without practicing law.
• Master of Laws (LLM) 24-credit postgraduate degree for foreign lawyers providing foundation in United States and transnational law, advanced research and writing skills in English. Can be completed in one year full-time with pathways to JD transfer, bar exam preparation, or Optional Practical Training (OPT).
• Master of Science in the Law of Technology (MSLT) 30-credit interdisciplinary Master of Science focused on the convergence between law, science and technology. Covers artificial intelligence, blockchain, data protection, intellectual property, and cybersecurity. Delivered online with live sessions and includes a free pre-program bootcamp.
• Paralegal Studies Certificate Program One-year (3-semester) paralegal certificate program offered by the Legal Studies Institute (LSI) providing 225 clock hours of training across twelve subjects. Available in-person at FIU MMC or fully online format with NALA certification exam eligibility.

Quantifiable outcome

• 89.3% first-time bar passage rate on July 2025 Florida Bar Exam
• +2 more outcomes

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Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration4 records

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Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

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Broad incumbents

• University of Houston Law Center: Texas public law school with similar tier, ranking profile, and urban/diverse-market positioning. Comparable public law school model targeting working professionals and career-changers through online and hybrid programs.
• University of Georgia School of Law: Public regional law school with comparable tier ranking and Southeastern U.S. positioning. Comparable public law school model and JD/LLM portfolio, serving as a benchmark for out-of-region applicants considering Florida schools.

Direct peers

• Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law: Private ABA-accredited Florida law school in Fort Lauderdale. Directly competes for South Florida applicants and offers parallel JD, LLM, and online programs in a similar tier.
• Barry University School of Law: ABA-accredited Florida law school in Orlando with a similar tier/ranking profile and South Florida student draw. Comparable on online program offerings and tuition positioning.
• University of Miami School of Law: Private ABA-accredited law school in Miami's same metro, competing for South Florida students, international law candidates, and entertainment/tech law applicants. Comparable in geography and International Law specialty ranking.
• Stetson University College of Law: Florida private ABA-accredited law school (Gulfport/Tampa) with strong Trial Advocacy ranking (#1 nationally historically). Comparable ABA-accredited Florida-based competitor in experiential learning and trial advocacy positioning.
• Florida State University College of Law: Tallahassee-based public ABA-accredited Florida law school. Competes head-to-head with FIU for in-state applicants and shares the public-school affordability positioning, with overlapping specialty programs in environmental and international law.
• Cooley Law School (Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School): ABA-accredited law school with a comparable tier/ranking profile and emphasis on flexible online and hybrid JD programs. Competes for non-traditional and part-time law students nationally.
• University of Florida Levin College of Law: Florida's flagship public law school, located in Gainesville. Directly comparable as a fellow ABA-accredited public Florida law school competing for the same in-state applicant pool, with substantially higher overall U.S. News rankings.

Emerging players

• Suffolk University Law School: Boston-based law school with established law-and-technology curriculum, comparable to FIU's new MSLT program. Overlaps in targeting law-tech professionals and IP/cybersecurity specialties.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

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