If you are interested in taking courses at FIU as a non-degree seeking student, there is an application process that must be completed prior to registering for courses. The process is as follows:

Step 1: The Non-Degree Seeking Student Application Form:
If you have never attended FIU, or have not registered for two or more consecutive terms (excluding summer), you must complete and sign a Non-Degree Seeking Student Application form. You must return the completed original of this form to the FIU Broward Pines Center at 17195 Sheridan Street, Pembroke Pines, FL 33331.

Step 2: Florida Residency Information:
In order to qualify for the in-state tuition rate, you or your parent/legal guardian must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident Alien (with a Green Card), or a legal alien granted indefinite stay by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). You must provide proof that you or your parent/legal guardian has established a primary residence in Florida and have maintained a physical presence in Florida for at least 12 months prior to the first day of classes. Two forms of proof must accompany your application. A list of acceptable forms of proof is included in the Non-Degree Seeking Student Application found below.

Step 3: Health/Immunization Requirements:
As a prerequisite to registration, FIU requires all students born after December 31, 1956 to present documented proof of immunity to measles (Rubeola) and German measles (Rubella).  Beginning July 1,2008 Meningitis and Hepatits B will  also be required.  Documentation may be submitted directly to the FIU Broward Pines Center at 17195 Sheridan Street, Pembroke Pines, FL 33331. The Immunization Documentation Form and related forms may be downloaded at http://www.fiu.edu/~health/immunization/index.html.

Step 4: ONLY for Individuals Taking Teacher Certification Courses:
If you are planning to take courses to satisfy Florida teacher certification, you will also need to attach a copy of your Status of Eligibility Letter to your application.

Step 5: Panther ID – Student Identification Number:
Once we receive your completed Non-Degree Seeking Student Application and supporting documentation, you will be issued a unique identification number known as the PantherID within two (2) business days. To obtain your PantherID please visit the My FIU Portal, click on the link, “Look up your Panther ID by clicking here!” and provide the information requested. You may log in to the system at My FIU using your Panther ID and password. Your default password is your birth date in the following format: [MMDDYYYY]. You will be prompted to change this password to something more unique and secure. Be sure to write down both your Panther ID and newly changed password in a safe place.

Step 6: Registration, Payment, and the My FIU Portal:
To learn how to register for classes, view your tuition bill, pay your balance, and use the MyFIU portal, you may view step-by-step tutorials at http://panthersoft.fiu.edu. Click on the “Tutorials and Training Guides” link and then select the appropriate tutorial from the list.