Florida International University remains among the nation’s top 50 public universities in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings.

The university was ranked No. 46 among public universities and climbed to No. 97 in the overall national ranking, the national media outlet announced Tuesday .

The university's strong performance is particularly notable in key categories, with FIU securing the No. 1 national ranking in social mobility and No. 2 in international business among public universities (No. 3 nationally).

FIU President Jeanette M. Nuñez said the rankings "reflect the university’s commitment to excellence and momentum."

"FIU is on a clear path to becoming a Top 30 public university by 2030," she said in a statement . "We continue to lead in academics, research, student suc

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