Want to know your chances of getting accepted to University of Miami? Use CollegeVine's free Acceptance Calculator to predict your chances based on 100,000s of data points from past students. Learn more Overview School Details Coral Gables, FL Map Save to My Schools See My Schools » 2019 Quick Stats Tuition & Fees $50,226 (2018-19)

Room and Board $14,108 (2018-19)

Total Enrollment 17,003

Application Deadline Jan. 1 My Schools Compare My Fit Custom College Ranking Does this school best fit your college needs? Receive a personalized ranking provided by U.S. News College Compass and find out. Try it now » View All 6 Photos » University of Miami is a private institution that was founded in 1925. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 10,832, its setting is suburban, and the campus size is 239 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. University of Miami's ranking in the 2019 edition of Best Colleges is National Universities, 53. Its tuition and fees are $50,226 (2018-19). Located in Southern Florida, the University of Miami has an ideal location for students who love the outdoors. With popular spots like South Beach, the Florida Keys and Everglades National Park nearby, students have plenty of opportunities for water sports, hiking and sunbathing. Downtown Miami, also near to the school, is a thriving sports and cultural center. On campus, 2,500 students are involved in nearly 30 fraternities and sororities. Students can also choose from more than 290 clubs and organizations to join. Freshmen are required to live on campus and can live in one of the school’s five residential colleges. Modeled after the housing setup at England’s Oxford and Cambridge universities, the different communities combine living and learning with communal meals, poetry readings, sports and other activities. Freshmen who don't live in university housing are paired with an on-campus representative through the Commuter Assistant Program to help ease the transition into college. University of Miami Division I sports teams are known as the Hurricanes and compete in the Coastal Division of the Atlantic Coast Conference. The school’s mascot is Sebastian the Ibis, a species of marsh bird that is known for weathering tropical storms. The University of Miami is known as a research institution, and research opportunities begin at the undergraduate level. Annual campus events include the Canes Film Festival, which showcases student-produced movies, and Sportsfest, a weekend of competition between residence hall teams. Undergraduates are also known for upholding school spirit with traditions like the Boat Burning Ceremony held on Lake Osceola during homecoming. Notable alumni of the University of Miami include actor Sylvester Stallone and entertainer Gloria Estefan.

General Information Private, Coed school type 1925 year founded None religious affiliation Semester academic calendar Suburban setting $948.6 million 2017 endowment

School Mission and Unique Qualities

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At the University of Miami, we transform lives through teaching, research, and service. Through our core values of diversity, integrity, responsibility, excellence, compassion, creativity, and teamwork, the University of Miami creates a learning environment in which contributions are recognized and valued. We educate leaders, problem solvers, and agents of change who are passionate about learning, eager to contribute to their community, and free to color outside the lines. As a student, you are admitted directly to your major without having to wait two years to get down to business. Whether you seek to make your mark in science, service, or the arts, we nurture that passion through programs that integrate academic rigor and theory with real-world experience. With the flexibility to choose from more than 180 majors and programs across nine schools and colleges, you are encouraged to design a curriculum that is distinctly you. Our Cognates Program of General Education allows you to complete requirements with courses that reflect your individual interests and goals. Combine all of your passions by taking three sets of related courses from across the University for an education that is both broad and deep. With a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio and over 280 clubs and organizations to join, you can translate acquired knowledge, experiences, and connections into successful and fulfilling achievements. With access to an international metropolis, experiential learning opportunities abound. The vibrant, diverse city of Miami offers a range of internship opportunities in your own backyard, from nonprofit organizations to multinational corporations and everything in between. You can connect with faculty on projects ranging from volunteer experiences to cutting-edge research. Explore topics such as genomics, the humanities, climate change, and more, and make major contributions to new knowledge as early as your freshman year. If you are looking for a chance to travel and immerse yourself in another culture, UM on Location Programs bring study abroad within reach. Choose from more than 85 schools in 40+ countries as you plan your educational journey. You do not have to worry about transferring credits and your financial assistance follows you wherever you decide to go. Our faculty members lead by example and will instill in you the importance of using your skills to advance your community, at both a local and global level. Six months after graduation, alumni who have entered the work force are earning an average starting salary of $53,000. The diversity of academics, resources, and students at UM make it the perfect place to gain a truly comprehensive education.

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Applying When applying to University of Miami, it's important to note the application deadline is Jan. 1, and the early action deadline and the early decision deadline are Nov. 1 and Nov. 1, respectively. The application fee at University of Miami is $70. Scores for either the ACT or SAT test are due Jan. 1. It is more selective, with an acceptance rate of 36 percent and an early acceptance rate of 50.4 percent. For more information about the tests, essays, interviews and admissions process, visit the Applying to College knowledge center. Selectivity: More selective Selectivity: More selective Fall 2017 acceptance rate: 36% Fall 2017 acceptance rate: 36% Application deadline: Jan. 1 Application deadline: Jan. 1 SAT/ACT scores must be received by: Jan. 1 SAT/ACT scores must be received by: Jan. 1 Priority application deadline : Unlock with Compass See full Applying details »

Academic Life The student-faculty ratio at University of Miami is 12:1, and the school has 53.7 percent of its classes with fewer than 20 students. The most popular majors at University of Miami include: Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Biological and Biomedical Sciences; Social Sciences; Health Professions and Related Programs; and Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 92 percent. Class sizes : Classes with fewer than 20 students 53.7% 20-49 38.2% 50 or more 8.1% Student-faculty ratio: 12:1 Student-faculty ratio: 12:1 4-year graduation rate: 72% 4-year graduation rate: 72% Total faculty : Unlock with Compass See full Academic Life details »

Student Life University of Miami has a total undergraduate enrollment of 10,832, with a gender distribution of 48 percent male students and 52 percent female students. At this school, 39 percent of the students live in college-owned, -operated or -affiliated housing and 61 percent of students live off campus. In sports, University of Miami is part of the NCAA I. Student gender distribution : 52% Female Total enrollment: 17,003 Total enrollment: 17,003 Collegiate athletic association: NCAA I Collegiate athletic association: NCAA I Full-time degree-seeking students : Unlock with Compass See full Student Life details »

Cost & Financial Aid At University of Miami, 41 percent of full-time undergraduates receive some kind of need-based financial aid, and the average need-based scholarship or grant award is $32,190. Paying for college doesn't have to be difficult or devastating. Go to the Paying for College knowledge center to get advice on raising cash and reducing costs, or use the U.S. News 529 Finder to choose the best tax-advantaged college investment account for you. Financial aid statistics : Tuition and fees: $50,226 (2018-19) Tuition and fees: $50,226 (2018-19) Room and board: $14,108 (2018-19) Room and board: $14,108 (2018-19) Minimum credits per term a student can take for full-time tuition price : Unlock with Compass See full Cost & Financial Aid details »

Campus Safety Campus safety data were reported by the institution to the U.S. Department of Education and have not been independently verified. The numbers for criminal offenses reflect reports of alleged offenses to campus security and/or law enforcement authorities, not necessarily prosecutions or convictions. Experts advise prospective students and their families to do their own research to evaluate the safety of a campus as well as the surrounding area. See full Campus Safety details »

Campus Services University of Miami offers a number of student services, including nonremedial tutoring, women's center, placement service, day care, health service, health insurance. University of Miami also offers campus safety and security services like 24-hour foot and vehicle patrols, late night transport/escort service, 24-hour emergency telephones, lighted pathways/sidewalks, student patrols, controlled dormitory access (key, security card, etc.). Of the students at University of Miami, 33 percent have cars on campus. Alcohol is permitted for students of legal age at University of Miami. Students who have cars on campus: 33% Students who have cars on campus: 33% Health insurance offered: Yes Health insurance offered: Yes Nearest airports (miles) : Unlock with Compass See full Campus Services Aid details »

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