Miami University
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
2021 - 2022
This is your home
away from home
SEATTLE
PORTLAND
A PLACE WHERE YOU
CAN GROW AND THRIVE
Miami University is a midsized, nationally recognized
institution offering a worldclass education. Our safe,
residential campus is located
in a beautiful university town.
Here, you will choose your own
path, gain practical research
and internship experience,
learn from renowned faculty
mentors, and enjoy modern
housing and dining.
CLEVELAND
CHICAGO
COLUMBUS
DAYTON
WASHINGTON,
CINCINNATI
DC
OXFORD
INDIANAPOLIS
SAN FRANCISCO
DENVER
2 HRS
KANSAS CITY
ST. LOUIS
4 HRS
6 HRS
4 HRS
NASHVILLE
6 HRS
8 HRS
8 HRS
LOS ANGELES
1,800+
ATLANTA
DALLAS
INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE
AND UNDERGRADUATE
STUDENTS FROM 66 COUNTRIES
ARE CURRENTLY ENROLLED
GETTING HERE
Airports closest to Oxford:
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky
International Airport (CVG): 1 hour south
Dayton International Airport (DAY):
1 hour northeast
WEATHER
June to August: Average of 24˚C
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NEW YORK
DETROIT
December to February: Average of 1.1˚C
HOUSTON
MIAMI,
FL
16,500+
UNDERGRADUATE AND
2,300+
GRADUATE STUDENTS ATTEND
THE OXFORD CAMPUS
Your success
is our focus
OUR TOP PRIORITY
IS UNDERGRADUATES
like you. That means you will
be mentored by expert faculty
who love to teach. They will
encourage you to get involved
in campus life, help you find
academic programs that fit
your goals, and introduce
you to internship and career
connections. We provide the
support system you need to
prepare for a lifetime
of success.
Top Commitment to
Teaching
10 Undergraduate
NATIONAL PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES
for 10+ years
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U.S. News & World Report, “Best Colleges 2021”
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Meet our graduates
Honors opportunities
HONORS COLLEGE
PRODESSE SCHOLARS PROGRAM
PRESIDENTIAL FELLOWS PROGRAM
Access rigorous courses and funding for
research, independent projects, and study
abroad while benefiting from personalized
advising that supports your studies and career
goals upon meeting minimum requirements.
Work closely with an outstanding faculty
member and a team of scholars as you engage in
an area of interdisciplinary interest.
Participate in exclusive programming and
receive mentorship from top faculty who will
help you compete for elite national and
international fellowships.
Benefits
•G
uaranteed admission to select graduate
programs
• Residential college with faculty in residence
• Emphasis on research
Benefits
• Annual scholarship
• Faculty mentoring
• Customized career counseling
Benefits
• Miami’s premier scholarship covers tuition,
fees, housing, and meals for four years
• $5,000 academic enrichment stipend
• Exclusive programming for Presidential
Fellows
All honors opportunities require a supplemental application. December 1 is the priority deadline for the Honors College and Prodesse Scholars
and the firm deadline for Presidential Fellows.
Prasidh Arora ’19
Lian Dongying ’19
Chi Le ’17
Major | Computer Engineering
Home Country | India
Major | Accountancy, Business Analytics
Home Country | China
Major | Marketing
Home Country | Vietnam
Prasidh landed his dream job
Miami gave Lian the opportunity to develop
Through Miami’s connections in the
with technology giant Microsoft
leadership skills in student organizations and
business world, Chi had marketing and
at its Redmond, Washington,
class projects. She was a tax consultant intern
analytics internships, from traditional
headquarters. While a student, he
at the Deloitte Cincinnati office, learning time
marketing departments and an advertising
gained valuable problem-solving
management skills and how to communicate
agency to tech startups. Through a Miami-
experience on Miami’s Engineers
with her team and leaders. She accepted a full-
based internship in San Francisco, she
Without Borders leadership team
time job there. Career Fair and other networking
made connections for a full-time job as an
for water system projects in Rwanda
events at Miami opened the door for her to meet
ads operations analyst at Bamboo, where
and Uganda.
new people, alumni, and employers.
she combines analytics and creativity.
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Is there such
a thing as
too many
choices?
UNIQUELY MIAMI UNIVERSITY,
Uniquely Oxford
Oxford, Ohio, features a low cost of
living and a diverse mix of restaurants,
shops, parks, and entertainment
venues that are popular with
university students.
STUDENT GROUPS ARE
A BIG PART OF LIFE
at American universities.
Miami University has more
than 600 to choose from,
including professional, social,
cultural, community service,
athletic, and spiritual.
See a complete list
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We provide a
career advantage for
every student
LIKE YOU, OUR STUDENTS
ARE GOAL-ORIENTED
and focused. Our strong
network of professors and loyal
alumni will connect you to career
opportunities. The Center for
Career Exploration and Success
helps you locate internships,
practice interviewing, network
with employers at career fairs,
and more.
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97%
OF 2019-2020 GRADUATES
EMPLOYED OR FURTHERING
EDUCATION BY FALL 2020
A selection of graduate schools
attended by Miami Alumni
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
DUKE UNIVERSITY
HARVARD UNIVERSITY
JUILLIARD • MIT
STANFORD UNIVERSITY
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
UC BERKELEY
UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO
UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD
VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY
YALE UNIVERSITY
How to apply
APPLICATION TYPES
• International: Non-U.S. citizens or permanent residents
• First-year: Students in their final year of secondary/high school
• T ransfer: Students previously or currently enrolled at a university
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
• Complete academic records
• Common Application or Miami Application; $70 application fee
• Proof of English language proficiency
• Recommendation letter (optional)
I-20 REQUIREMENTS
Important dates for international applicants
FALL (AUGUST) 2022* ADMISSION
• Copy of passport or national identification card
• International Student Financial Support Form
•F
inancial verification
SAT OR ACT REQUIREMENTS
International students are not required to provide an
ACT or SAT score, but they may use the ACT or SAT to
satisfy English language proficiency requirements.
Learn about test requirements
MiamiOH.edu/test-optional-FAQs
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Miami’s testing policy for Canadian and international students
who have attended a U.S. high school for three or more years
is the same as it is for U.S. students — an ACT or SAT test
score is not required for students applying for Fall 2022.
First-year Students
Transfer Students
PRIORITY I APPLICATION DEADLINE
Dec. 1
June 1
PRIORITY II APPLICATION DEADLINE
Feb. 1
See Footnote**
DECISION AND I-20
Dec. - Apr.
May - June
CONFIRMATION DEADLINE
May 1
July 10
*For Spring 2022, December 1 is the
deadline to apply and January 10 is the
deadline to confirm.
** The transfer student application
deadline will be extended if space
remains available.
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A great education made affordable
FALL 2022 MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
Miami offers merit scholarships to qualified first-year students who enroll full time on
our Oxford campus beginning the fall semester. Students who complete their admission
application by the December 1 priority deadline and meet the minimum academic criteria
below will be considered. Students who apply later will be considered based on availability.
No separate scholarship application is necessary. Scholarships are not guaranteed.
WEIGHTED
GPA*
NON-OHIO RESIDENT
(ANNUAL VALUE)**
4.30+
$15,000 to $34,000
3.95-4.29
$10,000 to $23,000
3.75-3.94
$6,000 to $18,000
3.50-3.74
Up to $12,000
*Miami calculates an equivalent U.S. GPA on a 4.0 scale for all international applicants educated outside the U.S. educational system. For
international students at U.S. high schools (or those that follow a U.S. high school curriculum and grading system), Miami will recalculate
your GPA to provide a weighted GPA if your school does not already add weight.
**Scholarships are renewable for up to four years, provided students meet renewability requirements.
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INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarships range from $1,500 to $12,000 per year,
renewable for up to four years. Awards are based on
academic records and other information provided
at the time of application. Apply for admission
by December 1 for priority consideration.
#YOUAREWELCOMEHERE SCHOLARSHIP
Up to two scholarships are awarded to international
students with a vision for enhancing intercultural
understanding. Awards cover a minimum of 50 percent
of tuition, renewable for up to four years. Complete
a separate scholarship application by December 1.
INTERNATIONAL TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS
Qualified international transfer applicants will be
considered for scholarships based on academic and
other information provided at the time of application.
Estimated cost of attendance 2021-2022*
TWO SEMESTERS, OXFORD CAMPUS
NON-OHIO RESIDENT TUITION AND FEES
$37,380
HOUSING AND MEALS
$15,080
HEALTH INSURANCE AND OTHER EXPENSES
$6,204
TOTAL
$58,664
*For the 2021-2022 academic year (two semesters, Oxford campus). All fees are subject to change.
These figures are for degree-seeking students and do not include international airfare, travel expenses
within the U.S., course fees, or the cost of Winter Term or Summer Term tuition and/or living expenses.
YOU WILL HAVE STABLE COSTS
FOR FOUR YEARS
Earn scholarships
MiamiOH.edu/international-scholarships
For all first-time Oxford undergraduate students,
Miami University’s Tuition Promise guarantees
that tuition, housing, meals, special purpose fees,
and course fees will remain constant for four years.
To learn more visit MiamiOH.edu/Onestop.
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Major areas of study
Accountancy
American Studies
Analytics*
Anthropology
Architecture
Art
Art and Architecture History
Art Therapy*
Arts Management*
Arts Management and Arts
Entrepreneurship*
Biochemistry
Biology
Botany
Business Analytics
Chemistry
Classical Studies
Communication Design
Computer Science
Critical Race and Ethnic Studies
Data Analytics
Data Science and Statistics
Diplomacy and Global Politics
East Asian Languages and Cultures
Economics (College of Arts and
Science)
Economics, Business (Farmer
School of Business)
Economics, Quantitative (College of
Arts and Science)
Education, Health, and Society
Undeclared
Education Licensure Programs:
Art (Pre K-12)
Chinese (K-12)
English Language Arts (7-12)
French (K-12)
German (K-12)
Education Licensure Programs
(cont’d):
Inclusive Special Education
(K-12)
Language Arts and Math
Middle Childhood (4-9)
Language Arts and Science
Middle Childhood (4-9)
Language Arts and Social
Studies Middle Childhood (4-9)
Latin (K-12)
Math and Science
Middle Childhood (4-9)
Math and Social Studies Middle Childhood (4-9)
Mathematics (7-12)
Music Choral/General (Pre K-12)
Music Instrumental (Pre K-12)
Primary (Pre K-5)
Science (7-12)
Science and Social Studies Middle
Childhood (4-9)
Social Studies (7-12)
Spanish (K-12)
Education Studies
Emerging Technology in
Business + Design
Energy*
Engineering:
Biomedical
Chemical
Computer
Electrical
Manufacturing
Mechanical
Robotics
Software
FOR BACHELOR'S (UNDERGRADUATE) DEGREES
Engineering Management:
Electronics and Computing
Environmental
Manufacturing
Paper Science
English:
Creative Writing
Literature
Professional Writing
Entrepreneurship*
Environmental Earth Science
Environmental Science*
Fashion*
Film Studies*
Finance
Food Systems and Food Studies*
French
Games + Simulation
Geography and Sustainable
Development
Geology
German
Gerontology
Global and Intercultural Studies*
History
Individualized Studies
Information and Cybersecurity
Management
Interior Design
International Studies
Italian Studies
Journalism
Kinesiology
Latin American, Latino/a, and
Caribbean Studies
Linguistics
Management and Leadership,
Human Capital
Marketing
Mathematics
Mathematics and Statistics
Media and Communication
Medical Laboratory Science
Microbiology
Music:
Applied Music
Composition
Music in Culture
Music Technology
Music Performance:
Instrumental
Voice
Neuroscience*
Nutrition:
Community Nutrition
Dietetics
Organizational Leadership
Philosophy
Physics
Physics, Biological
Physics, Engineering
Political Science
Premedical Studies*
Psychology
Public Administration
Public Health (College of
Arts and Science):
Health Policy and Administration
Human Disease and Epidemiology
Public Health (College of
Education, Health, and Society):
Behavioral/Promotion
Real Estate
Religion (Comparative)
Russian, East European, and
Eurasian Studies
Social Justice
Social Work
Sociology
Spanish
Speech Pathology and Audiology
Sport Leadership and Management
Strategic Communication
Supply Chain and Operations
Management
Sustainability*
Theatre
Undeclared (Undecided)
Urban and Regional Planning
Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality
Studies
Zoology
“Undeclared” is a popular option,
allowing you to explore your
interests before declaring a major.
*Co-Majors
Enrolled students may select a
co-major to complement their
primary major.
Pre-Professional Preparation
Choose from the majors listed,
then work with a faculty advisor to
design your course of study.
Miami offers pre-professional
preparation in:
Dentistry
Law
Medicine
Optometry
Pharmacy
Physical Therapy
Veterinary Science
Our areas of study continue to evolve and some majors have been condensed for print purposes. Visit MiamiOH.edu/majors for a complete list of current majors and minors.
Visit MiamiOH.edu/admission/international or email Miami University at GoGlobal@MiamiOH.edu for more information.
Miami University: Equal opportunity in education and employment.
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