University of Miami
About University of Miami
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
The University of Miami is a private research university in Coral Gables, Florida. It is known for its programs in marine science, medicine, business, and music, and its tropical campus near the Atlantic coast. UM is a major ACC athletics school.
Founded
1925
Location
Coral Gables, Florida
Students
19,515
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
18.9%
Very selective
Graduation Rate
83.7%
Above national average
Tuition
$62,616
Per year
Avg Net Price
$37,244
After financial aid
SAT Average
1415
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$75,328
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Highly Selective
About 5 students apply for every seat
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Required
Application Fee
$70
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Jan 5
University of Miami admits about 18.9% of applicants, with an average SAT around 1415. Strong academics are a must, and your essays and activities will make the difference.
SAT Scores
1415/ 1600
ACT Scores
32/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
83.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
93.8%
4-Year Grad
73%
6-Year Grad
84%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
70.8%
$/Student
$36.0K
Class Size
Medium
73% graduate in 4 years, and 93.8% of freshmen return for year two. The retention rate suggests students are happy with their experience.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$62,616
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$23,790
Books & Supplies
$1,266
Total Cost of Attendance
$86,078
After Financial Aid
$37,244
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$15,978
Receive Grants
14.9%
Take Loans
26.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $86,078/yr, including $23,790 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $37,244.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at University of Miami fund their education.
While in School
14.9%
Get Grants
Free money
26.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$54,690
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$17,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$186/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 26.6% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $17,500. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Miami.
Gender
54.5%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
12,913
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
6,602
Graduates
20.1%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
3.4%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (55% women, 46% men). 20.1% are first-generation college students. 7.6% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
12,913
Students
private
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
R1 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
What Students Say
Pros
- +Coral Gables campus is beautiful and tropical
- +Miami offers diverse culture and career opportunities
- +Strong marine science and pre-med programs
- +Hurricane athletics and vibrant social scene
Cons
- -Miami cost of living is rising fast
- -Coral Gables can feel like a suburban bubble
- -Hurricane season is a real concern
- -Greek life and party culture can dominate
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Miami fields 11 varsity teams with 535 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FBS
Conference
Atlantic Coast
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
535
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
47% / 53%
251
Men
284
Women
6
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Miamiearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$75,328
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$75K
245 grads
1yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
$70K
213 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$30K
191 grads
1yr Earnings
Marketing
$54K
152 grads
1yr Earnings
Economics
$42K
133 grads
1yr Earnings
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
$44K
131 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $62K at six years, $65K at eight, and $75K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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