The Admission Committee considers each application individually, taking several factors into consideration before making an admission decision. These factors include academic achievement, guidance counselor evaluation and teacher recommendations, standardized test scores (SAT I or ACT), rank in class, special talents, and the applicant's essay. Applicants to the School of Music and the Bachelor of Fine Arts program in Theatre Arts are required to audition and complete a supplemental application. Typically, admitted students also have a strong record of extracurricular activity, athletic ability, or community service.

As you have perused this Web Page, no doubt you've noticed that a private education at the University of Miami is an education with a difference. If you're interested in such an education, then we encourage you to apply via our Electronic Application. The application should be completed and submitted before the March 1 regular decision priority deadline. For early consideration in the awarding of academic scholarships, applicants should select one of the following early options.

An early decision option is available for well-qualified freshman applicants whose first choice is the University of Miami. Early decision candidates are encouraged to file Parts 1 and 2 of the application and all other credentials at the beginning of their senior year, and no later than November 15. Please note: the University of Miami adheres to guidelines established by the National Association for College Admission Counseling, which clearly states that students may apply to other colleges, but may have only one early decision application pending at any time.

An early action option is available for students seriously considering the University of Miami, but who also would like to keep their options open to hear from other schools. Early action candidates should complete and return their application (Parts 1 & 2) by November 15 of their senior year.

Applicants for admission as freshmen whose applications are completed by March 1 are given priority consideration for admission, scholarships, and financial assistance. These applicants are advised of an admission decision in early March. Intent to enroll at the University of Miami must be confirmed with an enrollment deposit by May 1.

Applicants for admission to the Dual Admission Honors Programs must submit the regular application for admission as well as the specific program application and supporting documents to the Office of Admission no later than January 15.

Transfer admission may be granted to students who have earned credit from other accredited colleges or universities, who present a strong cumulative grade point average, and who are in good standing at the last institution attended. The dean of the school or college in which the transfer student plans to enroll determines which credits may be counted toward meeting graduation requirements. The School of Architecture requires a portfolio, and the School of Music requires an audition of all transfer students.