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Miami University is a coeducational public university located in Oxford, Ohio. It was founded in the year 1809. MUO offers a wide variety of programs and degrees in diverse fields of study, through six academic divisions:
Miami University’s sports teams are known as RedHawks. The university is a member of the Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA).
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Students at Miami University Oxford often study liberal arts.
The admissions department at the school does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 530 to 630 in 2007-2008. A quarter of students admitted in 2007-2008 scored 650 or higher on the math SAT.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors. By paying its faculty better than most schools, Miami University Oxford tries to attract and retain a high quality teaching staff.
The school offers classes to 15,968 students (17,304 full-time equivalent).
Miami University Oxford serves primarily full-time students. Many students live in housing on or near campus. Students sports include formal participation in Mid-American Conference competitions.
More complete details are provided below.
Miami University Oxford
500 High St
Oxford, OH 45056
General Phone: (513) 529-1809
http://www.muohio.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 1,026 | political science, history, English, international relations, speech and rhetoric, general studies, sociology, economics, ... |
| Business and Management | 1,017 | finance, marketing, accounting, organizational behavior, managerial economics, business management, MIS, operations management, ... |
| Education and Teaching | 536 | early childhood education, middle school teaching, English teaching, math teaching, educational administration, social studies teaching, music teaching, special ed, ... |
| Science | 367 | zoology, chemistry, microbiology, biochemistry, physics, botany, geology |
| Therapy and Counseling | 223 | psychology, school psychology, educational psychology |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 219 | exercise science, sports and fitness management, dietitian, health and physical education, athletic trainer |
| Media | 205 | mass communication, public relations, journalism |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 149 | registered nursing |
| Engineering | 93 | mechanical engineering, engineering management, electrical engineering, engineering physics, chemical engineering, engineering, manufacturing engineering |
| Medical Support and Technology | 87 | audiology and speech pathology, clinical lab tech |
| Architecture and Planning | 80 | architecture, interior architecture, urban planning |
| Family and Social Work | 69 | family studies, social work, public administration |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 53 | computer and info science, computer engineering, data processing tech, systems analyst |
| Mathematics | 47 | statistics, mathematics |
| Engineering Technician | 36 | engineering technology, mechanical engineering tech, electronics tech, computer systems tech |
| Office and Administration | 33 | office management, administrative assistant |
| Art Studies | 32 | art studies |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 30 | environmental science, wood science, environmental studies |
| Fine Arts | 30 | art history and criticism |
| Religion and Philosophy | 26 | philosophy, religion |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 21 | commercial art |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 21 | drama |
| Music | 20 | music performance, music |
| Medicine | 18 | gerontology |
| Science and Laboratory Technician | 4 | chemical tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Miami University Oxford in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 3,632 | 103 |
| Master's degree | 468 | 49 |
| Associate's degree | 281 | 18 |
| Doctor's degree | 50 | 9 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 11 | 5 |
In 2007-2008, Miami University Oxford had a total enrollment of 15,968 students (17,304 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 46% |
| Women | 54% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 73% |
| Graduate | 27% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 85% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 41% |
| 20-21 | 39% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 4% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Ohio | 63% |
| Illinois | 9% |
| Indiana | 3% |
| Michigan | 3% |
| Pennsylvania | 2% |
| Connecticut | 2% |
| New York | 2% |
| Kentucky | 2% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Massachusetts | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 89 % |
| Part-Time | 67 % |
Miami University Oxford offers campus housing for 7,097 of its 17,304 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Oxford, Ohio for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Ohio Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 15,009 | 12,067 | 80% | 3,576 | 30% |
| Men | 6,836 | 5,361 | 78% | 1,634 | 30% |
| Women | 8,173 | 6,706 | 82% | 1,942 | 29% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 530 | 630 |
| SAT Math | 550 | 650 |
| ACT Verbal | 23 | 30 |
| ACT Math | 24 | 29 |
| ACT Composite | 24 | 28 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 56% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 81% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 11,443 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 25,327 |
| Room and board | $ 8,998 |
| Room charge | $ 4,602 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,396 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,195 |
| Other expenses | $ 5,098 |
Financial Aid:
Miami University Oxford participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 307700)
Miami University Oxford has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 192 | $105,189 | 62 | $92,716 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 132 | $75,323 | 95 | $72,838 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 105 | $69,143 | 95 | $59,630 |
| Instructor | academic year | 26 | $39,065 | 53 | $36,204 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 14 | $46,467 | 20 | $46,621 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 44 | $43,674 | 29 | $41,733 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 513 | $79,896 | 354 | $63,261 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Mid-American Conference |
| Basketball | Mid-American Conference |
| Baseball | Mid-American Conference |
| Track | Mid-American Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 214 | 148 | 362 |
| Football | 79 | 0 | 79 |
| Track | 32 | 29 | 61 |
| Baseball | 34 | 0 | 34 |
| Basketball | 13 | 13 | 26 |
| All Other Sports | 56 | 106 | 162 |
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Architecture (BArch, BA/BS, MArch, MA/MS, PhD)
City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning
Interior Architecture
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Management Information Systems, General
Management Science, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
Organizational Behavior Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Wood Science and Wood Products/Pulp and Paper Technology
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
French Language Teacher Education
German Language Teacher Education
Health Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
ENGINEERING
Chemical Engineering
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering Physics
Engineering, General
Engineering/Industrial Management
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Engineering Technology, General
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Development and Family Studies, General
Public Administration
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
LIBERAL ARTS
African-American/Black Studies
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Ancient/Classical Greek Language and Literature
Anthropology
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Creative Writing
East Asian Studies
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
General Studies
Geography
German Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Italian Studies
Latin American Studies
Latin Language and Literature
Linguistics
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
Technical and Business Writing
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
Statistics, General
MEDIA
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Public Relations/Image Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)
Health and Physical Education, General
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
Office Management and Supervision
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Botany/Plant Biology
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Microbiology, General
Physics, General
Zoology/Animal Biology
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Chemical Technology/Technician
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Educational Psychology
Psychology, General
School Psychology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Miami University Oxford Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 10% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (navy, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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