Supporting Outstanding Academic Results
At Florida International University, President Jeanette Nuñez’s SOAR Initiative empowers bold ideas and strategic momentum through nimble, high-impact investments.
Directed by the Office of the President, SOAR is a dynamic fund designed to accelerate discovery, support FIU’s exceptional faculty, and elevate student success while strengthening community partnerships.
This initiative promotes innovation and fuels the thriving academic ecosystem that is at the heart of FIU’s mission as a top-tier R1 institution.
Where Strategy Meets Opportunity
SOAR provides a flexible portfolio of funding pathways, from early-stage micro-grants and interdisciplinary collaboration funding to scholarly development awards. Every investment is targeted to advance FIU’s institutional priorities, attract top-tier talent, and fuel FIU’s continued rise as a leader in research and innovation. Whether you're a faculty member with a transformative project or a supporter ready to help shape the future of higher education, SOAR opens the door to lasting impact.