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University of Miami

#2 in Best Colleges in Florida
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Coral Gables, FL
  • 2,769 reviews
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    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Value
      A-
    3. Diversity
      A+
    4. Campus
      A-
    5. Athletics
      A+
    6. Party Scene
      A+
    7. Professors
      A+
    8. Location
      A-
    9. Dorms
      C-
    10. Campus Food
      C+
    11. Student Life
      A+
    12. Safety
      B
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    About University of Miami...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FBS
    Athletic Conference
    Atlantic Coast Conference
    Address
    University of Miami
    Coral Gables, FL 33146
    Website
    miami.edu
    From University of Miami

    At the University of Miami, we transform lives through teaching, research, and service. Our students are agents of change who are passionate about learning, eager to contribute to their community, and free to color outside the lines. Ranked No. 47 in the 2019 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings, the University of Miami is home to 10,000 degree-seeking undergraduate students across 9 undergraduate schools and colleges.

    Whether you’ve known since Career Day in kindergarten or are still unsure what you'd like to study, UM’s wide range of majors makes it possible to explore the topics that interest you most. Students choose from 180 majors and programs to design an education that speaks to their interests, strengths, and goals. In keeping with the University’s commitment to interdisciplinary inquiry, undergraduates complete their general education requirements through the Cognates Program.

    University of Miami Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    January 1
    Acceptance Rate
    36%
    SAT Range
    1230-1420
    ACT Range
    28-32
    Application Fee
    $70
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Accepts Common App
    Yes

    Cost

    Net Price
    $42,204/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $20,647/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    76%

    Academics

    Professors
    A+
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    12:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    84%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.159 responses
    69%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.182 responses
    57%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.182 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Finance
      213 Graduates
    • Nursing
      207 Graduates
    • Economics
      184 Graduates
    • Psychology
      171 Graduates
    • Biology
      129 Graduates
    • Marketing
      127 Graduates
    • Business
      107 Graduates
    • Political Science and Government
      103 Graduates
    • Accounting
      100 Graduates
    • Advertising
      76 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    10,216Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    616
    Undergrads Over 25
    3%
    Pell Grant
    13%
    Varsity Athletes
    4%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 110 responses
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    • All of the above: Wealthy, Accepting, and Diverse
      30%
    • Either Wealthy, or a Scholarship Student
      25%
    • Diverse
      19%
    • Mostly wealthy, some accepting some not.
      7%
    • Wealthy
      7%
    • Accepting
      5%
    • Superficial
      5%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    88%
    Poll
    54%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.210 responses
    Poll
    70%
    of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.260 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 112 responses
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    • Tropical paradise.
      33%
    • Expensive
      19%
    • Feels like home
      17%
    • Perfect Balance of Work and Play
      13%
    • Superficial
      6%
    • Glamorous
      4%
    • Heaven
      4%

      After College

      Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
      $60,100/ year
      National
      $33,028
      Graduation Rate
      84%
      National
      49%
      Employed 2 Years After Graduation
      90%
      National
      83%
      82%
      of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.99 responses
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      University of Miami Reviews

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      Attending the University of Miami has made me a much more cultured, well-rounded person than I was before coming here. If you're looking for a medium-sized, diverse school with a gorgeous, closed campus close to a big city, look no further! You will meet people from all over the world and all sorts of backgrounds here at UM, which you won't get at every private university in the country. Most of the professors I've had here seem very accomplished and well-versed in the fields they are teaching, and overall the academics are challenging but nothing unbearable. There is no lack of school spirit and football games are highly attended on weekends in the fall. The party scene is very good. In my opinion, there's a healthy balance between academics and partying here, but I will say that if you are totally not a partier/going-out person, maybe consider a different school, but I think most people can find a healthy balance. The gorgeous warm weather year-round is also a huge plus!
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      University of Miami is one of the most beautiful schools structurally as well as exceptionally academic. From its quaint fountain lake to its modern building architecture, UM's landscape is a playground. Ducks, lizards and all types of animals freely live in harmony with the amused students, creating an adventurous atmosphere. Professors are compassionate to individual student concerns, and are always there to aid in understanding the material or to listen with a genuine manner. The students are always grateful, seen walking around campus with a natural bliss created by the mixture of warm weather and visually pleasing stimuli. There are events everyday, either frat promotions, club activities, or donation collections. Donate a dollar and throw a pie in a participant's face! There is always something extracurricular to do on campus such as free concerts; Zedd performed this last year! Although UM is a lot of fun, the library is a special place for commitment to studying.
      I picked UM because I wanted to stay living in Miami and my parents went there. My brother currently goes there now too. We are a full fledge UM family. It's in our blood I guess! The campus is gorgeous. The classrooms are modern. The resources and diversity are endless. Students are friendly and very school spirited. There is much participation and enthusiasm in all regards. What I would like to see change among the student body is the "rich-kid" vibe. Seeing as it is a private school, many students come from affluent backgrounds and it is reflected in their sense of entitlement and the flashy brands they are constantly clad in.