Transfers & Credits
- How many credits can I transfer from another university or college?
You can transfer up to 60 credits from another university or college. Those credits must meet the University Core Curriculum (UCC) requirements and must satisfy the State of Florida mandated Gordon Rule requirements.
- I am an applicant who is transferring credits. How do I prepare myself academically?
- If transferring from a Florida state college, community college or university: applicants are strongly encouraged to complete the Associate of Arts (AA) degree before transferring credits to FIU.
- If transferring without an AA – OR – from an out-of-state or private college, community college or university: applicants MUST meet the University Core Curriculum (UCC) and satisfy State of Florida-mandated Gordon Rule and foreign language requirements prior to entering the upper division nursing program.
- Will my Associate of Arts (AA) degree from a public school outside the state of Florida be recognized at FIU?
No. FIU only accepts AA degrees from Florida regionally accredited schools. However, classes may be applied to the University Core Curriculum (UCC) requirements and nursing prerequisites. Courses are evaluated on a case by case basis.
- Is an Associate in Science (AS) degree equivalent to an Associate of Arts (AA) degree?
No.
- What is the Gordon Rule?
Florida State Board of Education Rule 6A-10.030, the Gordon Rule, requires students to successfully complete 12 credits of writing-intensive and 6 credits of math-intensive courses prior to receipt of an Associate of Arts (AA) degree or entry into the upper division of a Florida public university or college. These courses must be completed with grades of “C” or better and fulfilled within the first 60 credits. Gordon Rule courses are identified on the University Core Curriculum.
- What is a PDA?
PDA stands for Panther Degree Audit. It is an automated degree audit for FIU-enrolled students that monitors your progress through the university, keeping track of what requirements you have fulfilled, and what requirements you still must complete. You cannot graduate until all the sections are completed. You should print your PDA report at least once a semester and review your PDA for accuracy. Take your PDA with you when you see your advisor. You can obtain your PDA online through MyFIU and click on the link under Academics that says Panther Degree Audit. Once you open this, click on Expand All to view which requirements are completed, which are in progress, and which need to be completed.
- I am an applicant who has a previous baccalaureate degree (not in nursing). Am I required to meet the Gordon Rule (general education requirements) of FIU’s University Core Curriculum?
No.
- Is there a licensing examination for students who complete the BSN programs?
Yes. The RN licensing examination is named the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN®) and can be taken in any state upon completion of the BSN degree. The NCLEX-RN is administered through the Florida Board of Nursing in the state of Florida.