Complete and submit the Common Application. Upon submitting, you will be asked to pay a $70 nonrefundable application fee. Be sure you use the same email address for every part of the application process, including registering for standardized tests.
In the Common Application, you will be asked to respond to one of seven prompts, using 650 words or less. This essay portion of the application gives you the opportunity to demonstrate your ability to develop your thoughts, to communicate them clearly, and to write them concisely. We also ask that you list your involvement in extracurricular activities, outside of school involvement and/or commitments; these will be evaluated as another factor in the admission process.
2. Send Official High School Transcripts
Submit your official high school transcripts directly from your high school. A school official may submit them electronically or by mailing them to one of the following addresses:
University of Miami Office of Undergraduate Admission P.O. Box 249117 Coral Gables, FL 33124-9117
If sending via FedEx, DHL, UPS, or courier:
University of Miami Office of Undergraduate Admission 1320 S. Dixie Highway Gables One Tower, Suite 945 Coral Gables, FL 33146
3. Send Official Test Scores
We only accept official scores directly from the ACT and/or the SAT. For the ACT, we only consider the English, Math, Reading, and Science sections; for the SAT, we only consider the Reading and Math sections. The Essay and/or Writing sections for both exams are not required for admission. There is no limit to the number of test scores you may submit with your application. If you take the test more than once, please ensure that the testing agency sends us all of your scores as we will superscore your test results. Be sure to complete all testing by the following dates:
November 1 if applying Early Decision I or Early Action
January 1 if applying Early Decision II or Regular Decision
Test Codes for UM:
ACT Code: 0760
SAT Code: 5815
4. Complete the School Report
The School Report should be completed by your high school guidance counselor and can be found on the Common Application. It is often submitted along with your high school transcript and information about your high school.
5. Letters of Recommendation
We require you to submit two letters of recommendation: one from a high school guidance counselor and one from a teacher. These should be submitted electronically through the Common Application or Naviance, by emailing them to mydocuments@miami.edu, or by mailing them to one of the following addresses
University of Miami Office of Undergraduate Admission P.O. Box 249117 Coral Gables, FL 33124-9117
If sending via FedEx, DHL, UPS, or courier:
University of Miami Office of Undergraduate Admission 1320 S. Dixie Highway Gables One Tower, Suite 945 Coral Gables, FL 33146
6. Additional Requirements for Special Programs
If you are applying to any of the programs below, complete the supplemental application, submit a portfolio, and/or schedule an audition.
If you have a time gap of three months or more during your educational career or from the time you graduated high school to the date of your intended University of Miami enrollment, you must submit an Educational Activities statement explaining the reason for the gap(s) and include the dates. You may provide this explanation within your Common Application or by emailing it to mydocuments@miami.edu. Be sure to include the subject line “Educational Activities” and your full name and date of birth on all correspondence. This information is required to complete your application file.
8. Submit Financial Aid Documents, if applicable
Visit our Applying for Aid page for a financial aid checklist of documents and dates needed to be considered for need-based financial aid.
9. Send Conduct Updates, if applicable
If there is an update to your conduct (academic or behavioral) or your standing as a student in your high school (suspension, expulsion, withdrawal, etc.) you must alert the Office of Undergraduate Admission immediately at conductupdate@miami.edu. All other non-conduct updates can be sent to mydocuments@miami.edu. Be sure to include your name and date of birth on all documents.
Check Your Application Status
Visit our Check Your Application Status page to learn how to navigate your CaneLink account—your online student portal—to track your application materials and view your admission decision.
