Overview
Miami University-Oxford is a accessible public four-year institution in Oxford, Ohio. The school accepts 87.9% of applicants and enrolls 16,361 students.
Admission Statistics
- Acceptance Rate
- 87.9%
- Average SAT
- 1,295
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,200–1,390
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 28
- Total Enrollment
- 16,361
Your Chances by SAT Score
Your score is above the 75th percentile. You are a competitive applicant.
Your score falls within the middle 50% of admitted students.
Your score is below the 25th percentile. Other parts of your application will need to stand out.
Admission Guide
Miami University uses the Common Application with a January 1 deadline for fall admission, though you can apply as late as February 1 with a late application fee. You'll need to submit your high school transcript, one letter of recommendation, and either SAT or ACT scores. The personal essay is optional but recommended.
Business and engineering programs are more competitive than the university's overall admission process. The Farmer School of Business requires a separate application if you want direct admission to specific majors like finance or marketing. Engineering applicants should have strong math and science coursework, particularly calculus and physics.
Housing applications open in March, and you should apply early since some residence halls fill quickly. First-year students must live on campus unless they're local residents living with family. Miami assigns you to one of three campus areas: North Quad (traditional residence halls), East Quad (newer facilities), or Western Campus (apartment-style living).
The campus operates on a semester system with classes starting in late August. Orientation happens throughout the summer in two-day sessions where you'll register for classes and meet with academic advisors. You can't register for courses until you attend orientation.
Miami requires all students to complete the Miami Plan, a general education curriculum that includes foundation courses in writing, math, and science, plus cultural perspectives requirements. Plan your first-year schedule around these requirements since some courses have prerequisites that affect your sophomore year options.
What It Costs If You Get In
- Average Net Price
- $27,662/yr
- Tuition (in-state)
- $17,809
- Tuition (out-of-state)
- $40,025
- Students Receiving Aid
- 11%
After You Graduate
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 81.8%
- Median Earnings (10yr)
- $55,076/yr
- Freshman Retention Rate
- 89.5%
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Miami University-Oxford require SAT or ACT scores for admission?
Miami University-Oxford has adopted a test-optional admissions policy. Students can choose whether to submit standardized test scores as part of their application.
What is the application deadline for Miami University-Oxford?
Miami University-Oxford has an early action deadline of November 15 and a regular decision deadline of February 1. Early action is non-binding and provides an admission decision by January 15.
How many credit hours do transfer students need to apply to Miami University-Oxford?
Transfer applicants to Miami University-Oxford must have completed at least 12 credit hours of college coursework. Students with fewer than 30 credit hours must also submit high school transcripts and test scores if available.
Does Miami University-Oxford offer early decision for admissions?
Miami University-Oxford does not offer early decision. The school only provides early action, which is non-binding and allows students to apply to other schools.