Admission Statistics
Acceptance Rate
19%
GPA Range
3.8 – 4
unweighted scale
SAT Range
1350 – 1510
ACT Range
31 – 34
Important Deadlines
Early Action
November 1, 2025
Notification: 2026-02-01
Early Decision I
November 1, 2025
Notification: 2025-12-20
Early Decision II
January 5, 2026
Notification: 2026-02-15
Regular Decision
January 5, 2026
Notification: 2026-04-01
Commitment Deadline
May 1, 2026
Costs
In-State Tuition
$63,456
per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$63,456
per year
Room & Board
Varies by housing type and meal plan
per year
Universidade privada - não há diferença in-state/out-of-state
Application Details
Platforms
Letters of Recommendation
Demonstrated Interest
CSS Profile
Essays
“Reflect on a community that has influenced you—be it your school, neighborhood, club, team, ethnic group, or any other group that has played a role in shaping who you are. What significance did that community hold for you, and in what ways did you contribute to it? How will you bring those experiences, values, and insights to enrich our campus community at the University of Miami?”
Strategic Tips
- Show, don't tell: use specific examples of contributions
- Research UMiami: mention specific clubs, programs, opportunities
- Link past to future: clear connection between your experience and future contribution
- Choose a community central to your life where you played a significant role
Common Mistakes
- Choosing superficial community with no real impact
- Not mentioning anything specific about UMiami
- Generic essay that could apply to any university
- Exceeding 250 word limit
Recommended Structure
Part 1: Describe a specific community and how it influenced you (~125 words)
Part 2: Explain how you'll contribute to UMiami community (~125 words)
The 3 E's (Recruiter Tips)
effectiveness
Identify your natural communication style and translate authentically to essay
efficiency
Be specific and concise—admissions officers have limited time
enough
Your unique story is enough; write as yourself