Miami University

First established in 1809, Miami University continues to provide an outstanding, Ivy League-quality education at a public school cost, ensuring it is regarded as one of the best return on investment schools in the US. Based in Oxford, Ohio, and with regional campuses near Oxford and in Luxembourg, the university's diverse study programs and contemporary facilities ensure that all students can enjoy a safe and exceptional place to learn and develop wider skills.

The resources available to students at Miami University help to provide a strong platform for learning. While many will succeed at Miami - 99 percent of graduates will find work or further their education within six months - it is best suited to the ambitious and hardworking. Students driven to achieve the highest quality education will be given every tool to succeed at Miami University.

International students are warmly welcomed, and there is a real sense of community at the university. Students from outside the U.S. will find a diverse student body, excellent support services, and various scholarships tailored to international applicants.

The campus is well maintained, designed with student safety in mind, and equipped with everything students could need within easy reach. On-campus accommodation is available for all first- and second-year students, and abundant rental housing is available for upper class students in the surrounding community. A wide variety of dining and recreational facilities cater to essential and social needs.

The university is tailored towards rewarding students who are curious and determined, where quality education provides high-achieving students with a platform to build their chosen career and develop all the necessary skills required to succeed.

Miami University is recognized by a number of US publications for its teaching excellence across various fields of study, as well as for the values that its staff and students live by and the value that the accessible tuition fees offer students.

Alongside the expectations and standards that the faculty is held to, students are also ensured a high-quality education through the excellent internship programs that allow students the option to further develop their education through experiential learning, immersing those who choose to follow this path in exciting real-world businesses and partnerships.

Miami University's high-quality colleges and schools each provide the necessary facilities and expert faculty to ensure all students have the best chance of success.

The College of Arts and Science (CAS) offers over 60 majors across the fields of physical and natural sciences, languages, social sciences and humanities, with 98.4 percent of 2022 CAS graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate school within six months.

The College of Creative Arts (CCA) covers a wide range of creative subjects. The university's game design program, based in this college, is ranked No. 27 overall in the US. All CCA graduates are well-equipped to pursue advanced degrees or enter the workforce as innovative, globally minded designers.

The College of Education, Health, and Society (EHS) offers world-class and award-winning majors that include social work, public health and various teaching disciplines. Undergraduates who wish to become a licensed classroom teacher can do so without a master's degree when choosing a four-year program at this college.

Miami's College of Engineering and Computing (CEC) ranks in the top 25 in the nation according to US News & World Report, with a variety of excellent degrees allowing students to tackle major global issues including energy and industrial problems. Its non-research/non-thesis-based Master of Computer Science program delivers flexible pathways to degree completion.

Ranked No. 12 among public universities in the US for internships and No. 5 for career outcomes at a public university by Poets & Quants, the Farmer School of Business (FSB) provides MBA-level resources for undergraduates. With a focus on experiential learning, the Farmer School provides students with every tool they need to enter the world of business fully prepared.

The university also has a Graduate School, the College of Liberal Arts and Applied Science which is housed at Miami's regional campuses, and the Miami University Dolibois European Center, based in Luxembourg.

All students who apply to Miami University must meet certain criteria. For international applicants, this includes the provision of all academic records from secondary school studies (or equivalent), with proof of high school graduation required for acceptance as an undergraduate student. Students must also pay a non-refundable USD 70 application fee and submit a letter of recommendation that can support an application.

Requirements for Miami's Graduate School vary by program and students must also pay a non-refundable USD 50 application fee.

Students applying for a full degree must also demonstrate proficiency in the English language, as all course materials are provided in English. Various qualifications are accepted - as a guide, an average of 6.5 IELTS score is needed for direct admission, with a score of 5 acceptable for conditional admission on certain programs.

International students who do not meet the English proficiency requirements for direct admission may be conditionally admitted through Miami University's English Language Program (ELP). ELP students have full access to campus life and receive academic support while improving their English skills. After successful completion of the program, students may be fully admitted to a Miami University degree program.

After completing the admission application, students will submit the financial estimate form. Any international students applying to Miami University must demonstrate that they have the necessary funds to pay for one full year of full-time tuition and living costs.

Students who need financial support during their time at Miami University or who simply want to keep the cost of tuition down, can apply for various scholarships to ease the burden. All first-year undergraduate students who apply for admission at the Oxford campus are automatically considered for a merit-based scholarship awarded to first-year students, provided they apply before the set deadline.

Scholarships are generally awarded based on certain criteria, including academic excellence, sporting ability, or other gifts, talents, or career aspirations. Dedicated scholarships for international students ensure that all applicants, regardless of their home country, are considered for international scholarships. Again, all first-year students who apply and meet the requirements for full admission are automatically considered, although separate applications are required for certain programs including the Presidential Fellows Program and the #YouAreWelcomeHere scholarship. Information on eligibility criteria for all scholarships available to international students can be found on the Miami University website.

International Graduate students may be eligible for scholarships and funding upon being admitted to their program of study.

The university's facilities are maintained to a high standard, ensuring students have a well-rounded experience during their time enrolled. This includes housing, with various residence halls and apartments offering comfortable rooms where students can live in safety and peace, while developing close bonds with others.

Students have access to a wide variety of dining locations, from buffet restaurants to multiple Starbucks locations. University meal plans are available to allow students to cover dining fees without having to worry about budgeting for daily food.

Recreation facilities include the Recreational Sports Center, with a sports course, a fitness center, and swimming pools ensuring a wide variety of activities are available. The university also has its own Goggin Ice Center with figure skating, ice hockey, and other activities offered.

Various arts and culture initiatives are also available throughout the year, along with a rich and varied Division 1 athletics program that includes eight men's teams and eleven women's teams for intercollegiate competition. With more than 50 club sports, Miami boasts one of the largest programs in the country. There are also 600 intramural teams for those looking to stay active and have fun.

Miami University is reimagining the future of college through MiamiTHRIVE, a bold, student-centered initiative designed to prepare students for success in a fast-changing world. Miami is creating more flexible, skills-focused academic programs in high-demand fields, expanding hands-on learning opportunities, and building strong partnerships with industry leaders like the Cleveland Clinic, Tri-Health, Beacon, and the Cincinnati Bengals.

With a new major in quantum computing, a new focus on manufacturing, and a USD 15 million investment in an innovation hub, Miami is opening doors to exciting careers and real-world experience starting in students' first year. MiamiTHRIVE is about helping students gain the knowledge, experience, and connections to lead and thrive in life and work, no matter what they choose to study. It emphasizes practical learning through internships, co-ops, and project-based experiences, helping students build strong professional skills while earning their degrees.

Research is another powerful aspect of the Miami experience. All students have opportunities to contribute to projects with global impact. Recently, a Miami professor and his graduate students have started to use artificial intelligence to improve underwater mine detection for the U.S. Navy, demonstrating how research at Miami directly addresses real-world challenges.

Since its launch in 2021, Miami University's Honors College has quickly risen to national prominence, earning recognition as one of the top honors programs in the nation. Most recently, Town & Country Magazine ranked Miami among the 15 universities with the best honors colleges, a testament to the transformative academic experience it offers with a dynamic learning environment grounded in interdisciplinary exploration, faculty mentorship, and a close-knit community of scholars.