Quick Summary
Miami University is a public founded in 1809, located in Oxford, United States. Ranked #1201 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 19200 students including 9% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Business & Management, Engineering, Architecture, it maintains an acceptance rate of 88%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Known as a 'Public Ivy' for offering a high-quality liberal arts education at a public university cost with a focus on undergraduate teaching.
Subject Strengths
Business & ManagementEngineeringArchitecturePsychologyEducation
Founded1809
TypePublic
Total Students19200
Intl Students9%
Faculty Ratio17
CampusResidential/Rural
Campus Size2,138 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationHigher Learning Commission (HLC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Specialist, Associate
Programs
Biology, Chemistry, Educational Leadership, English, Geology, Psychology, Physics
PhD Programs
Master of Business Administration, Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Computer Science
Online Programs
Scripps Gerontology Center, Institute for Entrepreneurship, Center for Chemistry Education
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate88%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3.4
GREOptional
GMATOptional
SATTest Optional (1180-1370 middle 50%)
ACTTest Optional (25-31 middle 50%)
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · February 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high school rigor and extracurricular leadership. Strong personal statements regarding community impact are highly valued.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$41,200/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$16,500/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$35,500/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$57,700/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$12,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Specialist, Associate programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Finance | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Marketing | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Psychology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Biology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Kinesiology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$62,000
Average Salary After Graduation
97%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong regional and national corporate network with high participation rates.
Industry Connections
Procter & GambleDeloitteJPMorgan ChaseAbercrombie & FitchCleveland Clinic
Notable Alumni
Benjamin Harrison, Paul Brown, Ben Roethlisberger, Richard Smalley
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Goggin Ice Center, Yager Stadium, Corwin M. Nixon Aquatic Center
Student Clubs
600+ student organizations, Greek life, intramural sports
Library Resources
King Library, B.E.S.T. Library, Wertz Art and Architecture Library
Exchange Programs
Global Miami Plan, Luxembourg Campus (Dolibois European Center)
Summer Programs
Summer Scholars Program, Summer Session courses