Transfer Viewbook 2019-2020

2019 - 2020

TR ANSFER TO MI AMI:

IT’S WORTH THE MOVE

This is more than just a college campus.

This is the ground that holds the foundation of every step forward. The walls that hear the dreams you’ve only spoken to your journal. The oak trees that dare you to rise beside them.

This is where the present questions the past to blaze a better future. The one you’ll help create. The one you’re already creating.

These are the moments when who you are meets who you will become.

This is just the beginning.

This is MIAMI UNIVERSITY.

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Miami’s name reflects the history of the Miami Tribe who inhabited the area now known as the Miami Valley region of Ohio.

MIAMI BY THE NUMBERS

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average class size

17:1

student to faculty ratio

17,327

undergraduates

2,617

graduate students

1 of 8

original Public Ivy universities in the U.S.

RANKED AMONG KIPLINGER’S

100 BEST

VALUES in public colleges

every year since 1998

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KNOWLEDGE

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We take your success

personally Miami is a mediumsized school with a big reputation for giving students the personal attention and career preparation that’s almost impossible to find at a mega-university.

We attract nationally recognized faculty who love to teach and mentor undergraduates.

your worldview Studying abroad enhances your education and gives you an understanding of world cultures, a valuable asset in both your personal and professional life.

Miami’s worldwide programs give you choices to fit your budget and schedule, from Winter Term or Summer Term, to a class trip over spring break, or a semester at our Luxembourg campus.

That’s why we’re ranked in the top 5 nationally for study abroad participation among public doctoral institutions.

In fact, U.S. News and World Report ranks us third among publics nationwide for undergraduate teaching.

That means you’ll be encouraged to explore your interests in new ways, involved in hands-on research and connected to career opportunities.

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for undergraduate teaching among publics nationwide

The John E. Dolibois European Center is the university’s historic chateau, our “home away from home” in Luxembourg.

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The power to With 100+ majors, you’ll find a program — or a few — that spark your interest.

Miami is a place where you don’t have to choose one discipline. In fact, we encourage all students to explore their interests. You can even select a co-major, which is a program paired with a primary major that enhances your studies.

But it’s okay if you’re not sure what programs to commit to yet. University Studies is an exploratory major where you complete foundational course requirements while discovering possible avenues.

Explore our list of majors on the next page.

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Majors Accountancy American Studies Analytics* Anthropology Architecture Art Art and Architecture History Art Therapy* Arts Management* Biochemistry Biological Physics Biology Botany Business Economics Chemistry Classical Humanities Classical Languages (Greek and Latin) Communication Design Comparative Media Studies* Computer Science Critical and Classical Languages and Cultures* Critical Race and Ethnic Studies Data Science and Statistics Diplomacy and Global Politics East Asian Languages and Cultures Economics Economics, Quantitative Education Licensure Programs: Art (Pre K–12) Chinese (Pre K–12) Early Childhood (Pre K–3) English Language Arts (7–12) French (Pre K–12) German (Pre K–12) Inclusive Special Education (K–12) Latin (Pre K–12)

Education Licensure Programs (cont’d): Mathematics (7–12) Middle Childhood (4–9) Music (Pre K–12) Science (7–12) Social Studies (7–12) Spanish (Pre K–12) Education Studies Energy* Engineering: Bioengineering Chemical Engineering Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering Software Engineering Engineering Management: Electronics and Computing Environmental Science Manufacturing Engineering Paper Science Engineering Physics English: Creative Writing Literature Professional Writing Entrepreneurship* Environmental Earth Science Environmental Science* Fashion* Film Studies* Finance Food Systems and Food Studies* French Geography and Sustainable Development Geology German Gerontology Global and Intercultural Studies* History

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Minors Human Capital Management and Leadership Individualized Studies Information Systems and Analytics Interactive Media Studies Interdisciplinary Business Management Interior Design International Studies Italian Studies Journalism Kinesiology Latin American, Latino/a, and Caribbean Studies Linguistics Marketing Mathematics Mathematics and Statistics Media and Culture Medical Laboratory Science Microbiology Music Music Performance: Composition Instrumental Voice Neuroscience* Nutrition Philosophy Physics Political Science Pre-Medical Studies* Psychology Public Administration Public Health Religion, Comparative Russian, Eastern European, and Eurasian Studies Social Justice Studies Social Work Sociology Spanish Speech Pathology and Audiology

Sport Leadership and Management Strategic Communication Supply Chain and Operations Management Sustainability* Theatre University Studies (Undeclared) Urban and Regional Planning Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Zoology “University Studies” is a popular option, allowing you to explore your interests before declaring a major. *Co-Majors Enrolled students may select a co-major to complement their primary major.

Pre-Professional Preparation Choose from the majors listed, then work with a faculty advisor to design your course of study.

Miami offers pre-professional preparation in: Dentistry Law Medicine Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Veterinary Science

Accountancy Actuarial Science Aerospace Studies American Studies Anthropology Arabic Archaeology Architecture and Interior Design Studies Art: 2-D Fine Arts Art and Architecture History Art Therapy Arts Entrepreneurship Arts Management (Business majors) Arts Management (Creative Arts majors) Bioinformatics Biomedical Engineering Business Analytics Chemical Engineering Child Studies and Youth Development Chinese Classical Humanities Coaching Communication Design Community-Based Leadership Computer Science Creative Writing Criminology Critical Race and Ethnic Studies

Dance Digital Innovation Disability Studies East Asian Studies Economics Education, Teaching, and Learning Electrical Engineering English Literature Entrepreneurship Environmental Engineering Ethics, Society, and Culture European Studies Family Relationships Fashion Film Studies Finance French Games and Simulation General Business Geography Geology German Gerontology Global Health Global Perspectives on Sustainability History Horticulture Human Capital Management and Leadership Humanitarian Engineering and Computing Individualized Studies Information Security Information Systems Interactive Media Studies International Business Italian

Japanese Latin American, Latino/a, and Caribbean Studies Linguistics Lusophone Studies Management Manufacturing Engineering Marketing Mathematics Mechanical Engineering Medical Humanities Middle East, Jewish, and Islamic Studies Molecular Biology Museums and Society Music Composition Music Performance Music Theatre Music Theatre for Non-Music or Theatre majors Naval Science Neuroscience Nutrition Paper Engineering Philosophy and Law Photography Physics Plant Sciences Political Science Process Control Religion Rhetoric/Writing

Russian Social Justice and Inequalities Sociology Spanish Special Education Sport Management Statistical Methods Statistics Supply Chain Management Theatre Arts Urban and Regional Analysis Urban Design Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies

Our list of majors continues to evolve. For details and descriptions, visit MiamiOH.edu/majors

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C A S

College of

Arts and Science CAS is the centerpiece of the liberal arts — the wide range of subjects in the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities critical to developing skills that will serve you in an ever-changing workforce. With 60+ majors, 10 co-majors, and dozens of minors, you’ll become a critical thinker, effective communicator, and creative problem solver.

96%

graduate success rate* *Percentage of CAS alumni who are employed or furthering their education within six months of graduation

Experiential learning opportunities like Inside Washington and the Undergraduate Research Forum allow you to develop and hone these skills as an undergraduate.

Contact CAS: casadvising@MiamiOH.edu 513-529-3031 MiamiOH.edu/cas

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C C A

College of

Creative Arts In CCA, we believe creativity impacts every academic area and serves as a window to an ever-changing world. Here you’ll find a creative community that integrates a rigorous arts education with a broad liberal arts foundation.

99%

graduate success rate* *Percentage of CCA alumni who are employed or furthering their education within six months of graduation

Professional artists, performers, scholars, and designers mentor all CCA students.

Opportunities like our Digital Innovation Center programs, international design-andbuild projects, and strong alumni connections lead to many career options.

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C E C

College of

Engineering and Computing Engineering graduates entering the workforce can no longer rely solely on technical skills.

In CEC, you’ll receive the well-rounded education employers demand and that the world needs to tackle important problems.

That’s why you’ll collaborate on real-world projects, research with faculty mentors, and participate in opportunities like our Lockheed Martin Leadership Institute and Engineers Without Borders.

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97%

graduate success rate* *Percentage of CEC alumni who are employed or furthering their education within six months of graduation

Contact CEC: kirkmebp@MiamiOH.edu 513-529-0700 MiamiOH.edu/cec

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E H S

College of

Education, Health and Society EHS impacts local, national, and global communities through a holistic educational experience. You’ll conduct research and put it into practice, work closely with schools and community agencies, and learn to promote well-being in diverse settings.

95%

graduate success rate*

EDUCATION, HEALTH AND SOCIETY

*Percentage of EHS alumni who are employed or furthering their education within six months of graduation

You'll accumulate the industry field experiences employers value by living and working in nearby cities through the Urban Cohort, interning at community agencies, and student teaching abroad.

Contact EHS: ehs@MiamiOH.edu 513-529-6317 MiamiOH.edu/ehs

MIAMI UNIVERSITY: AMONG THE

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FOR BEST B.S. IN SPECIAL EDUCATION DEGREES 2017 COLLEGE CHOICE

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Farmer School of Business In FSB, you’ll learn by interning at top firms around the world, working on marketing projects for real-world clients in the Highwire Brand Studio, and launching your business idea through our Institute for Entrepreneurship.

You’ll lay a strong foundation with our Business Core Curriculum, designed to hone your creativity, data analysis, entrepreneurial thinking, and communication skills.

96%

graduate success rate* *Percentage of FSB alumni who are employed or furthering their education within six months of graduation

With amazing opportunities like interning at top firms around the U.S. and traveling abroad, you’ll gain the cross-cultural experience employers covet.

Contact FSB: fsbstudentservices@MiamiOH.edu 513-529-1712 MiamiOH.edu/fsb

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PUBLIC UNDERGRADUATE

BUSINESS SCHOOL POETS & QUANTS

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Great Expectations, Greater Opportunities THE UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGRAM Develop an individualized path by hand-picking honors courses and co-curricular activities for a breadth of experiences you define. These experiences challenge you and connect you with other high-achievers.

Learn more about UHP MiamiOH.edu/Honors

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A TASTE OF

Where friends become

We know that what

family

Miami is a residential campus in the classic college town of Oxford, Ohio.

Most transfer students live in one of our campus residence halls clustered around green, tree-shaded quads.

You are not required to live in on-campus housing if you: • Live with your parent(s), legal guardian, spouse, or dependent children • Are 21 years of age or older by the start of classes • Have been a full-time student for at least two years at another college or university 24 22

STUDENT LIFE

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you eat is just as important as where you live.

With 28 on-campus and 60 off-campus dining choices – from markets to specialty restaurants to coffee shops –

Many transfer students who are not required to live on campus live in non-university housing within a mile of campus or commute to Oxford. In addition, you can apply to be a member of the transfer affinity community, a group of peers who also transferred to Miami.

there’s something for every type of foodie.

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The arts are for

everyone At Miami, you can keep your love of the arts alive no matter what your major.

Play an instrument in a musical performance group.

Take the stage in a student-led theater production.

Hone your passion for photography in a club.

When you’re involved in the arts, you gain new perspectives, learn creative problem solving, and make meaningful connections.

A STUDENT BODY THAT NEVER STOPS

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division I varsity sports teams

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club sports teams

600+

total student organizations

129

cultural organizations

135

service organizations

With arts minors, Global Miami Plan courses, halfsemester sprint classes, 54 arts-related student organizations, and more, you can create to your heart’s content. Take advantage of the 150+ concerts we host each year!

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SUCCESS

M IA M I UN I V E R S I TY

Become a

job magnet It’s no mystery — companies flock here to recruit what they consider our high caliber of students who receive a top tier and prestigious education.

The Center for Career Exploration and Success is your partner in job readiness. You’ll participate in one of the nation’s largest collegiate career fairs, prepare with mock interviews, refine your resume with our experienced advisors, and make connections in industries that interest you.

CAREER READY

4,700+ A SAMPLING OF ORGANIZATIONS THAT RECRUIT

MIAMI GRADUATES • Amazon • Apple • Cardinal Health • • Deloitte • Eli Lilly and Company • • Ernst & Young • Lockheed Martin • Nestlé • • Peace Corps • PricewaterhouseCoopers • • Procter & Gamble • Target • Teach for America •

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organizations recruit Miami students each year

26,937

internships and jobs were posted in Miami's database (2017-2018)

52.3%

of 2018 graduates received two or more job offers.

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STUDENT SUCCESS

71%

medical school acceptance*

94%

law school acceptance compared to 86% nationally

96%

of graduates employed or furthering education by fall 2018**

220,000+

loyal alumni worldwide

Creating leaders with

purpose You don’t go to college just to get a good job.

Your university experience is about laying the groundwork for a life that is meaningful to you.

Miami graduates are starting businesses and solving problems.

They’re leading Fortune 500 companies and shaping the future of work.

They’re founding nonprofits and advocating for the human spirit.

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*With at least 3.20 science and overall G.P.A., 50th percentile score on MCAT **Based on research, surveys, and national data of 74.3% of 2017-2018 graduates

A SELECTION OF

GRADUATE SCHOOLS RECENTLY ATTENDED

BY MIAMI ALUMNI

• Columbia University • Duke University • • Harvard University • Juilliard • • MIT • Stanford University • • The Ohio State University, College of Medicine • • UC Berkeley • University of Chicago • • University of Oxford • Vanderbilt University • • Yale University •

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SUCCESS

Define your

success Miami’s programs are all about providing experiences that give you a leg up in any field so you can chart your own course to success.

KIMBERLY FORSTER ’13 Majors: International Studies, English Literature, Spanish Hometown: Los Angeles, CA Kimberly’s passion for languages and world cultures inspired her to study abroad in Oviedo, Spain, for a semester as an undergraduate. Getting outside her comfort zone and learning to thrive in new environments proved influential throughout her career, from Fulbright Fellow to international lawyer to human rights researcher in the Department of State.

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JOSH BORNSTEIN ’18

MIRANDA WOODS ’19

Major: Business Economics Minor: Chemical Engineering

Major: Architecture Minor: Fashion Design

Hometown: Oxford, OH

Miranda always looks for unconventional ways to express her creativity. She spent six weeks in Ghana designing and building a maternity ward for a rural village and studying African textiles. She won a fellowship to research African cultural influences on American sneaker culture. And, she’s currently applying her architecture knowledge to create innovative shoe designs.

As an undergraduate, Josh combined his interests in chemical engineering, biology, business, and music by pairing different programs of study with extracurricular experiences like the Glee Club and founding his own tutoring business. The broad skillset he developed at Miami allows him to thrive in his role as an EY consultant assisting companies in the life science and biotechnology industries.

Hometown: Washington, D.C.

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NEXT STEPS

Take your Transfer application checklist To apply for transfer admission, please submit the following items: • Application — Complete Miami’s online transfer application or the transfer Common Application.

Tips to ensure a smooth • Check out our transfer student website to get to know Miami, the academic programs you’re interested in, transfer scholarship opportunities, and transfer requirements, MiamiOH.edu/transfer.

• Visit campus. You can visit at any time, but also look for special Transfer Preview Days, MiamiOH.edu/transfer.

• Talk to us. By phone: 513-529-2531; email: transfer@MiamiOH.edu; or online chat: MiamiOH.edu/transfer.

• Meet with us at a local community college fair. You’ll find a schedule of “Community College Visits” on our transfer website.

• Use our online Credit Evaluation Request Form to get a preliminary evaluation of how your college credit will transfer to Miami. You’ll find the form on our website.

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• Ask current students for firsthand information about what it’s like to live and study at Miami.

• Apply online, MiamiOH.edu/apply, and don’t miss our transfer deadlines (below).

Use information on the following page for guidance.

For full consideration for transfer scholarships and need-based financial aid, apply for admission by the posted deadline (below) and File a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by our February 1 priority FAFSA deadline. (See page 35 for more information about scholarships and financial aid.)

APPLICATION DEADLINES: SPRING: DECEMBER 1 FALL: JUNE 1

• $50 application fee — Miami grants application fee waivers to students attending partner schools, U.S. veterans, U.S. military personnel, student requests due to financial hardships, and students participating in designated transfer events or programs.

• Official high school transcript if less than 20 college hours earned at the time of application — This transcript must include the date of high school graduation.

• Official institutional transcript(s) — A transcript must be sent directly from each college/ university you have attended since high school.

• Optional — Include a midterm report/letter of recommendation.

Send completed information (electronically or by mail) to: transfer@MiamiOH.edu or Miami University, Office of International and Transfer Admission (OITA), 301 S. Campus Ave., Oxford, OH 45056-3434.

Instructions, forms, and other application information are available at MiamiOH.edu/transfer 35

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A great education made

Miami’s Tuition Promise ensures that most costs (including tuition and room and board) will be frozen over each student’s four-year Miami education. This means scholarships retain their original value for all four years.

affordable Transfer Scholarships and Financial Aid

New transfer students applying for admission to Miami’s Oxford campus will be considered for transfer scholarships automatically and may file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for need-based scholarships and aid. Eligibility is determined at the time of admission.

Transfer students attending a Miami Regional campus and students who have already earned a bachelor’s degree are not eligible.

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COST OF ATTENDANCE 2019-2020 OHIO RESIDENTS

NON-OHIO RESIDENTS

$15,909

$35,936

Tuition

(Instructional Fee & General Fee)

Transfer Scholarships

Priority consideration is given to students who apply for admission by the transfer application deadline — December 1 for the spring semester and June 1 for the fall semester.

Housing and Meals

$14,124*

$14,124*

Awards and values are determined based on a holistic review of the admission application. No additional scholarship application is necessary.

Total

$30,033

$50,060

*Amount is based on weighted average and depends upon student options for two semesters.

SCHOLARSHIP VALUES Ohio Residents

$1,500-$10,000* per year (renewable)

Non-Ohio Residents

$2,000-$15,000* per year (renewable)

*Scholarships are based upon availability and subject to change.

Need-Based Scholarships and Financial Aid

File a FAFSA at fafsa.gov and include Miami’s school code (0030077) by February 1 to receive priority consideration for need-based scholarships and aid.

FACTORS CONSIDERED FOR SCHOLARSHIPS • Articulation agreements with community colleges • Associate degree earned • Cumulative GPA • Financial need (determined by the FAFSA) • Honors program participation at previous institution(s) • Number of college-level credit hours earned • Phi Theta Kapp membership • Rigor of previous coursework

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Transfer preview day There’s no better way to learn about Miami than by attending an event designed specifically for transfer students. Attend one of our Transfer Preview Days and learn how easy it is to transfer to Miami. You will:

The center of your

TOLEDO CLEVELAND

• Learn more about Miami’s transfer process.

• Take a campus tour.

• Enjoy a free lunch in a dining hall.

• Learn about scholarships, financial assistance, and housing options.

VISIT

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COLUMBUS DAYTON OXFORD CINCINNATI

Oxford is an excellent destination for visitors. In approximately five hours you can drive from Oxford to a number of cities, including: Cleveland, Ohio; Ann Arbor, Michigan; Chicago, Illinois; and Nashville, Tennessee.

• Receive an application fee waiver and transfer credit evaluation.

Go to MiamiOH.edu/transfer to schedule a visit.

Unable to attend a Transfer Preview Day? Schedule an appointment with a transfer coordinator during Transfer Thursdays.

We also offer virtual chats, please see website for dates and times.

Customize your visit at MiamiOH.edu/visit

For more information email transfer@MiamiOH.edu DETROIT CLEVELAND

CHICAGO

OXFORD INDIANAPOLIS

CINCINNATI

WASHINGTON, D.C.

2 HRS

ST. LOUIS 4 HRS

NASHVILLE 6 HRS

8 HRS

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