Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 18.9%
- Average SAT
- 1,395
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,310–1,480
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 32
- Total Enrollment
- 12,570
Admissions Overview
The University of Miami is highly selective with an 18.94% acceptance rate. This means fewer than one in five applicants gets admitted, making it one of the more competitive private universities in Florida. Students typically need SAT scores between 1310-1480, with the average at 1395. The middle 50% ACT range centers around a 32 average. Strong academic performance is essential given the 92.15% retention rate shows students who enroll are well-prepared. Miami seeks ambitious students who can thrive in its business-focused, research-intensive environment. The university values students who can handle rigorous academics while embracing the active campus culture that attracts future leaders in business, entertainment, and athletics.