Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Coral Gables, Florida |
| Online | miami.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
The University of Miami is a private research institution located in Coral Gables, Florida, situated approximately seven miles south of downtown Miami. Established in 1925, the university's 239-acre main campus features Mediterranean-revival architecture with palm-lined walkways and coral rock buildings. The university comprises 11 schools and colleges, with particular academic strengths in marine science, medicine, business, and music through its renowned Frost School of Music. As a residential campus, UM houses freshmen and many upperclassmen in traditional residence halls and apartment-style complexes across its main campus. The Miami Hurricanes compete in NCAA Division I athletics as members of the Atlantic Coast Conference, with the football program having won five national championships.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Miami is rated within the top 14% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Miami within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#60 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#57 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Colleges in Florida
#1 in Best Private Colleges in Florida
#129 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Value Colleges in Florida
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1310/1480 |
| ACT | 30/33 |
| GPA | 3.7 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very High |
| Application Fee | $70 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,070 |
| Other Fees | $1,754 |
| Room and Board | $16,910 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,846 |
| Total One Year Cost | $79,020 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 17% |
| Social Sciences | 13% |
| Biology | 12% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 9% |
| Psychology | 9% |
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Questions and Answers
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Last updated February 24, 2024