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The University of Miami, also known as The U or UM, is a private non-sectarian university. It was established in 1925. The university enrolls more than 15,000 students in its various degree programs. Over 100 undergraduate degree courses, more than 110 master degree courses, and over 50 doctoral degree courses are offered to students of this university. UM is organized into the following academic divisions:
The university's athletic teams are nicknamed the "Hurricanes". They compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
For more information about the University of Miami, read the transcript of an interview with its career services director.
Students at the school can choose among many degree programs. The range of program offerings available from University Of Miami is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Students commonly pursue studies in science, law, and music.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. The school attracts a lot of applicants every year, and can only accept about 38% of them (as of 2007). Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 580. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 600 and 690.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. University Of Miami has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
University Of Miami has 15,449 enrolled students (as of 2007).
The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. University Of Miami offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Atlantic Coast Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Miami
University of Miami
Coral Gables, FL 33124
General Phone: (305) 284-2211
http://www.miami.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 892 | business management, finance, accounting, marketing, international business, entrepreneurship, managerial economics, taxation, ... |
| Law | 498 | law, legal studies, legal research, tax law, foreign lawyers, international law, energy and environmental law, banking and finance |
| Liberal Arts | 436 | political science, international relations, English, general studies, history, creative writing, sociology, liberal arts and sciences, ... |
| Science | 379 | biology, marine biology, chemistry, bacteriology, biochemistry, biological and biomedical sciences, physics, oceanography, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 280 | psychology, physical therapy, mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy, counseling psychology, music therapy, psychobiology |
| Media | 259 | advertising, public relations, journalism, broadcast journalism, radio and television, communication studies, mass communication |
| Engineering | 238 | electrical engineering, biomedical engineering, industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, engineering management, civil engineering, architectural engineering, aerospace engineering, ... |
| Medicine | 212 | medicine, neuroscience, medical preparatory, public health, health professions, pre-med |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 202 | registered nursing, nursing science |
| Education And Teaching | 186 | elementary school teaching, reading teaching, education of disabled, teacher ed, early childhood special ed, music teaching, higher education administration, math teaching, ... |
| Music | 184 | various music studies, jazz, music performance, music, piano, music theory and composition, voice, music pedagogy, ... |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 107 | cinematography, film studies, photography |
| Architecture And Planning | 86 | architecture, urban planning, architectural services |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 54 | sports and fitness management, exercise science, athletic trainer |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 45 | information science, computer engineering, computer science, data processing tech, computer security, systems analyst |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 37 | criminology |
| Medical Administration | 26 | health care facilities management, environmental health |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 25 | drama, acting, theatre design, theatre arts management, stagecraft |
| Religion And Philosophy | 24 | philosophy, religion, Jewish studies |
| Design | 22 | design and visual communication, graphic design |
| Mathematics | 19 | mathematics, probability and statistics, applied mathematics, math |
| Fine Arts | 19 | fine arts, art history and criticism, painting, ceramics |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 17 | natural resources management, natural resources courses |
| Art Studies | 10 | art studies |
| Medical Support And Technology | 9 | pre-pharmacy, health service and sciences |
| Family And Social Work | 6 | public administration, public policy analysis |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Miami in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 2,460 | 116 |
| Master's degree | 1,101 | 93 |
| First-professional degree | 520 | 2 |
| Doctor's degree | 187 | 50 |
| Post-master's certificate | 2 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 2 | 2 |
In 2007, University Of Miami had a total enrollment of 15,449 students (14,700 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 47% |
| Women | 53% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 65% |
| Graduate | 23% |
| First Professional | 12% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 45% |
| Black | 8% |
| Hispanic | 21% |
| Asian | 5% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 11% |
| (Foreign Students) | 9% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 25% |
| 20-21 | 29% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Florida | 39% |
| New York | 9% |
| (International Students) | 8% |
| New Jersey | 6% |
| Maryland | 4% |
| Massachusetts | 4% |
| Illinois | 3% |
| California | 3% |
| Texas | 2% |
| Pennsylvania | 2% |
| Connecticut | 2% |
| Ohio | 2% |
| Virginia | 2% |
| Georgia | 2% |
| State unknown | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 90 % |
| Part-Time | 73 % |
University Of Miami offers campus housing for 4,835 of its 14,700 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Coral Gables, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Florida Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 20 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 19,809 | 7,527 | 38% | 1,991 | 26% |
| Men | 9,239 | 3,576 | 39% | 934 | 26% |
| Women | 10,437 | 3,867 | 37% | 1,057 | 27% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 580 | 680 |
| SAT Math | 600 | 690 |
| SAT Writing | 560 | 650 |
| ACT Verbal | 27 | 32 |
| ACT Math | 26 | 31 |
| ACT Composite | 27 | 31 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 70% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 27% |
| 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 | $ 33,018 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 33,018 |
| Room and board | $ 9,784 |
| Room charge | $ 5,762 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,022 |
| Books and supplies | $ 910 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,760 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Miami participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 153600)
University Of Miami has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 643 | 166 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 161 | 106 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 684 | 522 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 36 | $131,687 | 7 | $143,965 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 5 | $118,454 | 6 | $95,489 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 3 | $96,753 | 6 | $76,643 |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 13 | $68,871 | 22 | $57,562 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 57 | $114,361 | 41 | $80,657 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 242 | $126,239 | 47 | $130,628 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 127 | $86,745 | 59 | $75,292 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 104 | $75,719 | 91 | $69,504 |
| Instructor | academic year | 5 | $55,065 | 7 | $53,906 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 89 | $46,250 | 101 | $43,825 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 567 | $94,943 | 305 | $71,181 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Atlantic Coast Conference |
| Basketball | Atlantic Coast Conference |
| Baseball | Atlantic Coast Conference |
| Track | Atlantic Coast Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 138 | 117 | 255 |
| Football | 81 | 0 | 81 |
| Track | 18 | 20 | 38 |
| Basketball | 12 | 12 | 24 |
| Baseball | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| All Other Sports | 7 | 85 | 92 |
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Architecture (BArch, BA/BS, MArch, MA/MS, PhD)
Architecture and Related Services, Other
City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Managerial Economics
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Science, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Taxation
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Science
Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
Computer and Information Systems Security
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Natural Resources Management and Policy
Natural Resources and Conservation, Other
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
Graphic Design
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Acting
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Dramatic/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft, Other
Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology
Theatre/Theatre Arts Management
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Biology Teacher Education
Education, General
Education/Teaching Individuals - Early Childhood Spec Ed Pgms
Education/Teaching Individuals - Specific Learning Disabilities
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities
Educational Evaluation and Research
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
Elementary Education and Teaching
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Reading Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
ENGINEERING
Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
Architectural Engineering
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, Other
Engineering/Industrial Management
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
Public Policy Analysis
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Ceramic Arts and Ceramics
Fine/Studio Arts, General
Painting
LAW
Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law (LLM, JSD/SJD)
Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Law (LLM, MS, JSD/SJD)
International Law and Legal Studies (LLM, JSD/SJD)
Law (LLB, JD)
Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies, Other
Legal Studies, General
Programs for Foreign Lawyers (LLM, MCL)
Tax Law/Taxation (LLM, JSD/SJD)
LIBERAL ARTS
African-American/Black Studies
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Anthropology
Creative Writing
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
English Literature (British and Commonwealth)
French Language and Literature
General Studies
Geography
German Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Latin American Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematical Statistics and Probability
Mathematics, General
Mathematics, Other
MEDIA
Advertising
Broadcast Journalism
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Public Relations/Image Management
Radio and Television
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Environmental Health
Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Pre-Pharmacy Studies
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other
Medicine (MD)
Neuroscience
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)
MUSIC
Conducting
Jazz/Jazz Studies
Music Pedagogy
Music Performance, General
Music Theory and Composition
Music, General
Music, Other
Musicology and Ethnomusicology
Piano and Organ
Voice and Opera
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing Science (MS, PhD)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Cinematography and Film/Video Production
Film/Cinema Studies
Photography
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Jewish/Judaic Studies
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General
Biochemistry
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Cell/Cellular Biology and Histology
Chemistry, General
Chemistry, Other
Ecology
Exercise Physiology
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Other
Geology/Earth Science, General
Immunology
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology
Meteorology
Microbiological Sciences and Immunology, Other
Oceanography, Chemical and Physical
Pharmacology
Physics, General
Physics, Other
Physiology, General
Theoretical and Mathematical Physics
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminology
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
Music Therapy/Therapist
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Physiological Psychology/Psychobiology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Miami Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Minority % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) Offers athletic scholarships Has hospital on campus NCAA athletic conference member
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