University of Miami
Location: Coral Gables, FL (suburban, small city)
Size: 12,089 students
Avg percent need-met: 100%
Acceptance rate: 28%
Middle 50% ACT: 30-33**Test Optional through Fall 2023**
Middle 50% SAT: 1310-1450**Test Optional through Fall 2023**
U Miami boasts a gorgeous campus, with an incredible range of courses including great programs in the sciences, engineering, and music. Classes are challenging but rewarding, and professors are approachable and knowledgeable. Their academic diversity is paired with cultural diversity. Students tend to be active and sporty, and Greek life has a big presence. Sports are huge, so you can definitely get that “college football” experience.
Popular majors / known for: Business, Nursing, Psychology, Economics
Academic approach: Research university
Fun fact / campus tradition: SportsFest at the start of spring semester is a chance for the community to come together and build stronger relationships through some friendly competition.
Similarity to Stanford
While not in the city itself, U Miami benefits from its presence in a large urban area. Students can do a lot for fun off campus, while also pursuing job and internship opportunities
Miami is a school with a big technology focus, and there are lots of chances for students to engage in tech
Sports! Both schools have a big sports culture and students enjoy going to games
In terms of physical temperature, U Miami is actually much warmer than Stanford
Application Details
RD deadline: January 1st
Early Action deadline: November 1st
Supplemental essays: Yes
Application fee: $70
On Common App: Yes
CSS profile: Required, due April 15th
Interviews: Not Considered
School also featured in: Engineering, Music and Performing Arts, Pre-Health, Diverse Schools