UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS COME FROM 12,000+ Undergraduate students
102 Countries
8% International 49 States, D.C. & 3 territories
FALL 2025 APPLICATION DATA AT A GLANCE*
58,139
Total number of completed applications
Admission rate
3.89
11:1
Student-to-faculty ratio
9 Undergraduate Schools & Colleges 94%
100+
Majors & Programs
300+
Student-run clubs & organizations 50%
Undergraduate courses with 17 or fewer students
21
NCAA Division I Championships
100+
Networking/recruiting events held each year by the Toppel Career Center
First-year to sophomore retention rate
$492M in annual research and sponsored program expenditures (FY24)
200K+
Service hours completed by students each year
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Average unweighted GPA on a 4.0 scale for admitted students 18%
Middle 50% of test superscores for admitted students†
SAT 1360–1480
ACT 30–34
*As of July 2025. †For those who said “yes” to testing on their Common Application.
TUITION & AID
$98,118
2025–2026 estimated cost of attendance for undergraduates living on campus.‡ miami.edu/coa
$36,803
Average cost after grants and scholarships. Net price can vary from $0 to $98,118.§
Merit Scholarships
All applicants are automatically considered for scholarships when they apply, regardless of financial need. Awards range from $5,000 to full cost of attendance. miami.edu/scholarships
87% of first-year students in Fall 2024 received financial aid
‡U.S. citizens and eligible nonresidents only. § collegescorecard.ed.gov
The University of Miami
is your opportunity to discover yourself, our city, and your place in the world. Here, you will explore new possibilities, experience your studies beyond the classroom, and go further than you ever thought possible. From day one, put knowledge into practice in labs, in the city, and in our global community. Let’s create change together. Come make your mark.
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Explore
Maximize your education. Explore your interests. Discover connections across disciplines. Within our nine undergraduate schools and colleges, faculty serve as partners throughout your academic journey.
Research
Conduct research as early as your first year in topics as varied as smart city design, stem cell development, and tectonic mapping of planets in our solar system. Working alongside faculty researchers, create knowledge around some of the world’s most pressing issues. miami.edu/ugr
98% of full-time regular faculty hold a doctorate or highest degree in their field
Cognates Program of General Education
*After meeting with his academic advisor to discuss his degree progress, Sebastian discovered he had the flexibility to add two more elective courses to turn his Arts & Humanities cognate into a philosophy minor. STEM Cognate Aerospace Engineering Major
Arts & Humanities Cognate Philosophy*
People & Society Cognate Sports Communication
A cognate is a set of at least three related courses in each of the three areas of knowledge:
Our general education program lets you incorporate your interests into your curriculum and study what you love.
Your cognates can be closely related or worlds apart. Above is just one example of how the cognates can work together.
Explore your options at cognates.miami.edu
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Experience
Dig in on day one in classes, activities across campus, and in the city. Create connections and grow as a leader. Put classroom knowledge into practice. Gain real-world experience to prepare for long-term and meaningful success.
FAST FACTS
5
Residential colleges plus Lakeside Village and University Village for on-campus housing
300+
Student-run clubs & organizations
80+ programs in 29 countries (including 16 UPrograms)
90+ centers & labs
80% of students gained work experience (internships, campus employment, clinical work, etc.)
Live on Campus
Students can count on the academic and social support of live-in faculty, professional staff, and resident assistants, plus plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow Canes.
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Get Involved
Develop your strengths, grow as a leader, and make lasting friendships in a wide range of student clubs and organizations.
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Study Abroad
Take the U with you to locations such as Paris, the Galápagos, and Cape Town, with semesterlong UPrograms, which are designed and led by University faculty.
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Theory + Practice
UM courses provide theory and knowledge while the Toppel Career Center helps students acquire internships and professional experience to enter the workforce with confidence.
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Get to know some of our clubs and organizations
SalsaCraze is one of the largest student- run organizations on campus, and for good reason! The group is open, energetic, and treats you like familia. No partner or experience required.
Students sit on an outdoor terrace at Lakeside Village, a 12-acre residential community comprised of 25 interconnected buildings, a grand courtyard, study spots, and recreational spaces.
Go further
200,000+
Canes living in 174 countries
Top Employers*
Amazon
American Express
Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Baptist Health
BlackRock
Citi
Deloitte
Disney
Ernst & Young
FitzRoy Investment Advisors
Goldman Sachs
Google
Inter Miami CF
JPMorgan Chase
Morgan Stanley
NBCUniversal
Procter & Gamble
PwC
Royal Caribbean International World Fuel Services
1,000 multinational companies have offices in Miami
The Launch Pad equips student entrepreneurs to launch a successful business venture. thelaunchpad.org
Kick off your future in a city beaming with opportunity. With multinational corporations, nonprofit organizations, government entities and cultural centers right in our backyard, you’ll graduate with more than a diploma. You’ll join a vibrant alumni network full of entrepreneurs, artists, and innovators who bring an unmatched passion to their chosen fields. Whatever your path, you’ll be prepared with career-ready skills to achieve more than you ever imagined.
$59,802
average salary for Class of 2024 six months after graduation*
99% of Class of 2024 secured plans six months after graduation*
“ My training in musical theater helped me in terms of technique and storytelling. Whether it’s a twohour musical or three-minute pop song, I’m thinking about where the listener is going on this journey.”
—JOSHUA HENRY
Theatre arts, Class of 2006
Broadway performer who starred in the national tour of Hamilton
Joshua has been a professional performer for nearly two decades. He won a GRAMMY Award for his work on Into the Woods on Broadway and was twice nominated for a Tony Award for his role in The Scottsboro Boys and Violet His portrayal of Aaron Burr in the U.S. tour of Hamilton has been described as a “powerhouse performance…gives this dazzling, envelope-pushing show a beautiful gravity.” He has since played in Waitress on Broadway and Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration live on ABC
*Based on UM post-graduation career outcomes data. miami.edu/outcomes
“ One of the most valuable things I gained from my education is how to think. It armed me with the ability to tackle completely foreign problems and devise innovative solutions.”
—DAHLIA ATTIA-KING Biology, Class of 2012 Founder and CEO of Panacea
Dahlia saw an opportunity to make an impact in the medical field during her first part-time job in the industry. Using on-campus resources like The Launch Pad, she connected with experienced and knowledgeable mentors—mentors who were critical to the formation of her gene sequencing company, Panacea. Dahlia’s Panacea uses an AI platform to sift data and better understand and predict gene behavior. Patients leave with results that help physicians make more strategic decisions in their health care plans.
ALUMNI
FAST FACT
7 miles/ 11 km from the Coral Gables campus to Miami International Airport
US1/SDixieHwy
CORAL GABLES CAMPUS
Miami in a Day
Start your day in Coral Gables, home to the University’s main campus.
Visit historic Coconut Grove for breakfast with views of the marina.
Next up, head to Brickell to scope out your future internship at the “Wall Street of the South.”
Take your next pic for the ’gram with Miami Beach’s art deco architecture as your backdrop. Then, go to Downtown Miami,
where you’ll check out the Frost Museum of Science. Your trip wouldn’t be complete without seeing the Wynwood Walls, famous for their everchanging street art.
Stop by Little Haiti’s Cultural Complex to immerse yourself in the vibrant Haitian culture.
It’s time for a pick-me-up: grab a cafecito in Little Havana while you play a round at Domino Park.
Enjoy dinner back in Coral Gables and end the day with a flick at the Coral Gables Art Cinema.
Downtown Miami
Little Havana
Key Biscayne
Coral Gables Miami International Airport
Coconut Grove
MARINE CAMPUS
Miami Beach
MEDICAL CAMPUS
Virginia Key
Brickell
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ADMISSION CHECKLIST*
o Common Application, including supplemental essay
o Official high school transcript(s)
o School Report from your high school counselor
o One letter of recommendation from a school official
How to Apply
o ACT and/or SAT scores: Self-report your test scores on the Common App If you are applying to the School of Architecture or a BFA Studio Art degree in the College of Arts and Sciences, you may submit a portfolio in lieu of test scores. Applicants for performance-based majors in the Frost School of Music and the BFA Theatre Arts program are not required to submit test scores; however, an audition is required.
*There may be additional requirements for special programs.
Admission Plans & Deadlines
†Early Decision I and II are binding options, which means applicants commit to attending the University of Miami if admitted.
Questions? Visit miami.edu/faq for more information.
Afford
The University of Miami has numerous financial aid opportunities to make an esteemed education affordable.
Merit Scholarships
All applicants are considered for scholarships when they apply for admission, regardless of financial need. Merit scholarships are based on a student’s academic accomplishments and our holistic review process. Students who apply by the November 1 deadline are considered for Premier Scholarships, which range from full tuition to full cost of attendance. miami.edu/scholarships
Need-Based Financial Aid
If you want to be considered for need-based aid, you must submit the items in the Financial Aid Checklist. Need-based aid is the difference between the total cost of attendance for one year and your expected family contribution. Using a combination of scholarships and grants, our strategy is intentionally structured to minimize student debt. miami.edu/withinreach
o CSS Profile
o Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
o Signed tax returns and W2s
o Noncustodial Parent Profile, if applicable
o Signed Partnership or Corporate Tax Returns and K-1s, if applicable
Majors & Programs
School of Architecture
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Architecture
College of Arts and Sciences
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Africana Studies
American Studies
Anthropology
Medical Anthropology
Art
Ceramics
Graphic Design
Painting
Photography Printmaking
Sculpture
Art History
Biochemistry
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Biochemistry and Nutrition
Biology
Biology Pre-Health
Chemistry
Classics
Classical Studies
Greek
Latin
Latin and Greek
Computer Science
Comprehensive
Computational Science
Cryptography and Security
Data Science
Flexible
Graphics and Games
Criminology
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Economics
Ecosystem Science and Policy
English
Creative Writing
Literature
Exploratory (Undeclared)
French
Gender and Sexuality Studies
Geography and
Sustainable Development
Global Health Studies
Humanities
Pre-Medical
Social Sciences
History
Innovation and Society (co-major)
International Studies
Judaic Studies
Latin American Studies
Materials Science
Mathematics
Applied Analysis
Computational Mathematics
Core Mathematics
Individualized
Mathematical
Economics
Probability and Statistics
Microbiology and Immunology
Neuroscience
Philosophy
Pre-Law
Pre-Medical
Physics Applied
Pure
Political Science
Psychology
Public Administration
Religion and Health Care
Religious Studies
Sociology
Spanish
Studio Art
Theatre Arts (audition/portfolio required for BFA applicants)
Comprehensive Musical Theatre
Design/Technical Production
Stage Management
Miami Herbert Business School
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Accounting
Accounting and Finance
Business Analytics
Business Technology
Economics
Political Economy
Quantitative Economics
Entrepreneurship
Finance
General Business
Global Business (co-major)
Health Management and Policy
Human Resource Management
Legal Studies
Management
Marketing
Organizational Leadership
Real Estate
Supply Chain Analytics
Sustainable Business (co-major)
School of Communication com.miami.edu
Advertising
Creative Management
Broadcast Journalism
Communication Studies
General
Intercultural
Organizational
Public Advocacy
Majors are subject to change. For the latest list, visit miami.edu/majors