University of Miami Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Miami (UM) is a selective private research university in Coral Gables, Florida, with about 12,913 students. Admission is selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 18.90% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $75,328 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $62,616
- 2024 Average Net Price: $37,244 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 18.90% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 12,913 97.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 83.68%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 20.1%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 6.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 70.8%
- Average SAT Score: 1415
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 14,924
- Applicants (IPEDS): 48,286
- Room & Board: $23,790 annual estimate
University of Miami: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Miami, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Miami?
University of Miami is located in Coral Gables, FL (ZIP 33146).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is University of Miami public or private?
University of Miami is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of Miami cost?
Published tuition: $62,616.
Average net price after aid: $37,244.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $15,978 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $17,941 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $21,768 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $27,982 |
| $110,001+ | $50,352 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $250,464.
How hard is it to get into University of Miami?
Admission rate: 18.90%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1415 and midpoint ACT 32.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Miami?
Total enrollment: 12,913 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 14,924 students.
Graduate enrollment: 6,602 students.
About 97% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Miami?
150%-time completion rate: 83.68%.
First-year retention: 93.8%.
What do graduates of University of Miami earn?
Median earnings: $61,508 six years after entry; $75,328 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $17,500.
14.86% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Miami known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Law (409 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (299 completions)
- Finance, General (298 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (233 completions)
- Psychology, General (209 completions)
- Medicine (201 completions)
- Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology (152 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (150 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (134 completions)
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (132 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Miami a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 18.90%; completion rate 83.68%; median earnings $75,328 at 10 years; net price $37,244. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$62,616
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Miami was $62,616.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$37,244
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Miami had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $37,244.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$148,976 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$37,244 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$250,464 4-Year Tuition
$23,790 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,266 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$87,672 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$350,688 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Miami.
Financial Aid by Income Level
14.86% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
26.55% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Miami was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Miami in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $42,852 | $42,852 | $30,394 |
| 2014 | $44,350 | $44,350 | $32,297 |
| 2015 | $45,724 | $45,724 | $32,746 |
| 2016 | $47,004 | $47,004 | $30,136 |
| 2017 | $48,484 | $48,484 | $29,184 |
| 2018 | $50,226 | $50,226 | $30,841 |
| 2019 | $51,930 | $51,930 | $46,949 |
| 2020 | $53,682 | $53,682 | $46,098 |
| 2021 | $54,760 | $54,760 | $30,742 |
| 2022 | $57,194 | $57,194 | $34,625 |
| 2023 | $59,926 | $59,926 | $36,803 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
18.90% Acceptance Rate
48,286 Total Applicants
8,940 Students Admitted
2,328 First-Time Students Enrolled
26.04% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is highly selective, accepting fewer than 3 in 10 applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1415
ACT Average: 32
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.7 - 3.9
Estimated Median GPA: 3.85
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Miami reported total enrollment of about 12,913 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 45% male and 55% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (48.5%), Hispanic or Latino (24.3%), and Non-Resident Alien (7.6%). About 14.86% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 20.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
97.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Miami in 2024 is 12,913 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 14,924 students. Graduate enrollment is about 6,602 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
93.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 48.5%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
72.70% 100% Completion Time
83.68% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 72.70% of students graduating from University of Miami completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Law: 43% male / 57% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 55% male / 45% female
- Finance, General: 75% male / 25% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Miami.
Return on Investment
$17,500 Median Student Debt
$75,328 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
23.23% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
405.64% Return on Investment
2.3 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Miami.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 188 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Law: 409 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 299 completions
3. Finance, General: 298 completions
4. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 233 completions
5. Psychology, General: 209 completions
6. Medicine: 201 completions
7. Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology: 152 completions
8. Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 150 completions
9. Health Professions and Related Programs: 134 completions
Most popular programs at University of Miami.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Miami graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Miami from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 70.8%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $16,043
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $36,040
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Miami is a private non-profit institution located in Coral Gables, FL, classified as Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Law, Business Administration and Management, General, Finance, General. Enrollment is approximately 12,913 students. Student body composition includes White (48.5%), Hispanic or Latino (24.3%), Non-Resident Alien (7.6%). It is highly selective, with an admission rate of 18.90%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1415. The 150%-time completion rate is 83.68%. Approximately 14.86% of students receive Pell Grants. About 20.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
Location
Coral Gables, FL 33146
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 83.68% graduation rate, University of Miami demonstrates strong student retention and completion. This rate significantly exceeds the national average, indicating effective academic support and student services.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 188 distinct degree programs, University of Miami provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is UM located?
University of Miami is located in Coral Gables, FL. The institution is also known as UM.
What is UM's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Miami (UM) is 18.9% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 48,286 applicants and 8,940 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does UM cost?
Reported tuition is $62,616 and average net price is $37,244 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $23,790 annually.
What is the student body demographics at UM?
University of Miami reports undergraduate enrollment of about 14,924 students, White (48.5%), Hispanic or Latino (24.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend UM?
About 20.1% of students at University of Miami are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Miami?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Miami reports midpoint SAT about 1415 and midpoint ACT about 32.
What do graduates of University of Miami earn?
Median earnings are $61,508 six years after entry and $75,328 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Miami?
The 150%-time completion rate is 83.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Miami students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $17,500.
Is University of Miami public or private?
University of Miami is a private nonprofit institution located in Coral Gables, FL.
Is University of Miami an HBCU?
No. University of Miami is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Miami a tribal college?
No. University of Miami is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Florida college costs
- Florida colleges by ROI
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Florida
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.