Miami University - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into Miami University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

87.9%

Admission Difficulty for Miami University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Very High
Applicant Competition		Very Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Miami is 87.9%. Its admission rate is the 59th lowest in Ohio.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Miami and can you get accepted?

Miami University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 26,699 out of the 30,367 who applied were admitted.

Miami University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.85. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 15% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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88% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Miami University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.85 or better
Earn A- grades in high school
Score 1300 on the SAT
Score 28 on the ACT
Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Miami GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.85

Typical High School Grades

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Miami University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Miami are to have around a 3.85 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.85 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Miami accepts 88% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Miami is 3.85 on the 4.0 scale. 42% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #3 in Ohio for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Miami is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.9 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Miami University students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	41.74%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	22.84%	Avg
3.50 to 3.74	15.07%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	8.88%	Reach
3.00 to 3.24	6.32%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	4.43%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	0.69%	Reach
1.00 to 1.99	0.02%	Reach
less than 1.00	0%	Reach

What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Miami SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Miami University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 15% of students submitted SAT scores and 40% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1200-1390

Applicants Submitting SAT

15%

SAT Scores for Miami University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	600
Math 25th Percentile	600
Composite 25th Percentile	1200

SAT Scores for Miami University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	690
Math 75th Percentile	700
Composite 75th Percentile	1390
Average SAT Score	1300

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Miami University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Miami is 1300 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1200-1390. Students who get into Miami University score in the top 24 percent of all SAT test takers.. Miami ranks #7 in the state of Ohio and #193 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1300 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Miami regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1200 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1200, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1100, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Miami University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1300 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1295, you have around a 88% chance of being admitted. A 1390 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 93% chance of getting in.

Miami University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1390 and Above	Good	>93%
1295 to 1390	Avg +	88%-93%
1200 to 1295	Avg -	79%-88%
1105 to 1200	Reach	67%-79%
Less than 1105	Low	<67%

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Miami ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

26-30

Applicants Submitting ACT

40%

ACT Scores for Miami University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	25
Math 25th Percentile	25
Composite 25th Percentile	26

ACT Scores for Miami University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	32
Math 75th Percentile	30
Composite 75th Percentile	30
Average ACT Score	28

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Miami?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Miami is 28, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 26 and 30. The school ranks #7 in Ohio and #226 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 28. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 26 and score in the score in the top 18 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 24.

40 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Miami University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Miami University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Miami for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 28 score has around 88% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 93% with a 30 ACT score.

Miami University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
30 and Above	Good	>93%
28 to 30	Avg +	88%-93%
26 to 28	Avg -	79%-88%
24 to 26	Reach	67%-79%
Less than 24	Low	<67%

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High School Class Rank

68% of Miami University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 36% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Miami University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	35.84%
Top 25% of class	67.51%
Top 50% of class	91%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Miami University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	17,041	13,326	30,367
Accepted	15,089	11,610	26,699
Acceptance Rate	89%	87%	88%
Enrolled	2,174	1,861	4,035
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	14%	16%	15%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Feb 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

Applicants have 38 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Feb 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Miami University is $50.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Miami University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Miami University Application Requirements
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations	Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Miami University
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Miami University is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.85 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1300 and ACT of 28 will almost guarantee your admission.