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The Biscayne Bay Campus (BBC) is a waterfront, 200-acre campus. It's home to some of FIU’s highest ranked programs and most innovative labs. It is the birthplace of the South Beach Wine and Food Festival, the North Miami Brewfest, and other unique activities and experiences.

BBC has its own campus culture (dubbed the Bay Life), student housing, library, and recreation center. The campus is right on the bay, literally, and because of its stunning location, it offers unique adventure recreation and one-of-a-kind access to Florida’s aquatic ecosystem.


The campus is locally managed by the Office of the Vice ProvostBBC has partnered with local institutions including MAST@FIU, the only public high school in Florida that enjoys a collaborative partnership with a public university. The campus also houses the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. OLLI provides a distinctive array of non-credit educational experiences and social engagement opportunities specifically developed for adults aged 50 or older. In partnership with Royal Caribbean Cruise Ltd., BBC features the ROYAL@FIU World Stage Collaborative, a 130,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art rehearsal and production studio. Other exciting initiatives are taking shape at BBC such as the completion of a brand new FIU Immersive Studio for Altered Reality.

Campus Highlights

From state of the art research labs to food and art incubators to media and creative spaces, Biscayne Bay Campus offers it all. Take a closer look at what BBC has to offer. Our Campus highlights.

As a branch campus of FIU, the accreditation status of BBC is dependent on the continued accreditation of the university. Florida International University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, master's, educational specialist, and doctorate degrees. Florida International University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Florida International University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).

To learn more about the accreditation status of FIU, please visit the university’s Office of Accreditation website.

Learning by the Bay

Most degrees can completed on BBC, but the following programs are exclusive to the campus:

  • Hospitality Management Program
  • Marine Sciences Program
  • Journalism + Media Program
  • Marketing
  • Health Services Administration
  • Creative Writing
  • Other degrees and courses

    Other degrees and courses

    The University Core Curriculum courses for almost all majors can be completed at BBC. View all Degrees & Programs.

    You may also choose to complete these degree programs entirely at BBC:

    College of Arts, Sciences & Education

    • Bachelor of Arts in English
    • Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies
    • Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies
    • Bachelor of Arts in Natural and Applied Sciences
    • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
    • Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology
    • Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing
    • Master of Arts in English
    • Master of Science in Kinesiology and Exercise Science
    • PhD in Biology

    College of Business and Administration

    • Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing

    College of Communication, Architecture, and the Arts

    • Bachelor of Arts in Communication Arts, Major: Organizational Communication Studies
    • Bachelor of Science in Digital Communications and Media, Majors: Animation Media, Digital Journalism, Digital Broadcasting, Digital and Interactive Media, Digital TV, Game Media, Multimedia Production, Sports Media
    • Bachelor of Science in Public Relations and Advertising
    • Master of Science in Mass Communication, Majors: Advanced News Producing, Global Strategic Communications, Spanish-Language Journalism
    • Undergraduate Certificate in Creative Digital Filmmaking
    • Undergraduate Certificate in Digital Communication and Media
    • Undergraduate Certificate in Global Media Communication
    • Undergraduate Certificate in Media Management
    • Undergraduate Certificate in Visual Production
    • Undergraduate Certificate in Sports Media

    Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management

    • Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management, Majors: Beverage Management, Culinary Management, Event Management, Hotel/Lodging Management, Restaurant/Food Service Management, Travel & Tourism Management.
    • Bachelor of Arts in Global Sustainable Tourism
    • Master of Science in Hospitality Management, Majors: Executive Hospitality Management, Hospitality Management, Mega Events Management, Real Estate Development
    • Combined BS/MS in Hospitality Management (4+1 Program)

    Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing and Health Sciences

    • Bachelor of Arts in Nursing (Accelerated Option)
    • Bachelor of Health Services Administration
    • Master of Health Services Administration

Student Life

At the bay, there are so many opportunities for students to explore away from the classroom. BBC has its own branches for Student Government Association and Student Programming Council, along with campus committees for the U-Wide Black Student Union and Homecoming Council, and so much more. These student-led organizations are the backbone of BBC student life and offer a hands-on lesson in diversity, leadership, and personal development.

Despite the small campus feel, there are a growing number of clubs and organizations that offer students the chance to get involved, make lifelong friends, network and sharpen personal and professional skills.

Get Involved

Student leaders are dedicated to serving our campus, making it a fun and welcoming place with events like Bayfest Music Festival. Campus clubs organize around shared passions, cultures, or academic interests. Check out a list of student organizations on BBC to get out there.

From the halls of Wolfe University Center to kayak adventures on the bay, there's so many unique features that make BBC a gem on the water. Check out what's on campus to find out more.

Visit Campus

At our Biscayne Bay Campus, you learn in state-of-the-art facilities while surrounded by blue waters and sunny skies. You haven't seen a campus like this, so schedule your tour today!

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