the university of miami is an extremely beautiful college with a focus on the students. the academics are challenging and rewarding, but the school also has top-tier sports teams that students can cheer on to relieve their stresses. this is all set in the culturally diverse city of miami, where students can experience multitudes of cultures before graduating.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
classes are small because the university wants its students to build relationships with professors, so do that. professors in your major will be excellent sources of research job opportunities, letters of recommendation, and mentoring.
use the on-campus amenities to the fullest. the wellness center is enormous and the perfect place to practice your sport or get in shape. sports games are free for students and a great way to spend an evening. shuttles are available for certain off-campus hotspots, and those are free with student id as well.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
classes are small and rigorous enough to be rewarding, but they usually never go overboard. professors are reasonable in their workloads, but have pretty high expectations for students. a lot of classes are graded fairly, and professors are welcoming and willing to answer class-related questions.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
the dorms are smaller for freshmen, but give you the opportunity to build a sense of community early on. nearly all freshmen are paired with a roommate in a two-person room (but you do have the option of more room setups in later years). each floor has a bulletin board that posts all the on-campus activities going on, so that's a good place to make plans.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
um has two dining halls, a food court, several foot stands across campus, and an on-campus sports bar. there are plenty of off-campus spots within walking distance, including shake shack and spring chicken. the variety of food options is enough to keep you satisfied for your time at um.
the university is actively trying to make the dining halls and on-campus eateries more vegan, kosher, and halal friendly. this initiative can be noticed, and the menus for these diets have been expanding almost monthly
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
the sticker price is quite high, but there are plentiful opportunities to mitigate that. scholarships for freshmen and transfers have the potential to cover anywhere from 25-100% of the expenses.
once you graduate, you will find that the local area loves um graduates. former hurricanes hold leadership positions around the city and will gladly hire um grads.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
students who hate the cold
students who like to balance academics with sports/social activities
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
clubs are plentiful and cater to an immense variety of interests and pastimes. organizations based on heritage, interests, hobbies, academics are all present on campus. these organizations usually meet in the evening, after all class sections, so there are never conflicts.
facilities for organizations are plentiful, spacious, and available. the student center complex and university center have facilities that are free to rent for student organizations, so most clubs meet in these fully equipped spaces.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
the campus police has a strong presence on campus, and they have a very active email system. if you have your student email on your phone, you can get immediate alerts of any questionable activity on/near campus. the umpd also provides safety escorts for any long walks. the service is complately at the student's discretion, and your request will never be denied.
the campus is extremely prepared for weather emergencies. the university and individual dorms provide information and guidance for students who have never experienced hurricanes before. supplies are plentiful after major storms, so things keep moving smoothly afterward.
the university of miami is an extremely beautiful college with a focus on the students. the academics are challenging and rewarding, but the school also has top-tier sports teams that students can cheer on to relieve their stresses. this is all set in the culturally diverse city of miami, where students can experience multitudes of cultures before graduating.
classes are small because the university wants its students to build relationships with professors, so do that. professors in your major will be excellent sources of research job opportunities, letters of recommendation, and mentoring. use the on-campus amenities to the fullest. the wellness center is enormous and the perfect place to practice your sport or get in shape. sports games are free for students and a great way to spend an evening. shuttles are available for certain off-campus hotspots, and those are free with student id as well.
classes are small and rigorous enough to be rewarding, but they usually never go overboard. professors are reasonable in their workloads, but have pretty high expectations for students. a lot of classes are graded fairly, and professors are welcoming and willing to answer class-related questions.
the dorms are smaller for freshmen, but give you the opportunity to build a sense of community early on. nearly all freshmen are paired with a roommate in a two-person room (but you do have the option of more room setups in later years). each floor has a bulletin board that posts all the on-campus activities going on, so that's a good place to make plans.
um has two dining halls, a food court, several foot stands across campus, and an on-campus sports bar. there are plenty of off-campus spots within walking distance, including shake shack and spring chicken. the variety of food options is enough to keep you satisfied for your time at um. the university is actively trying to make the dining halls and on-campus eateries more vegan, kosher, and halal friendly. this initiative can be noticed, and the menus for these diets have been expanding almost monthly
the sticker price is quite high, but there are plentiful opportunities to mitigate that. scholarships for freshmen and transfers have the potential to cover anywhere from 25-100% of the expenses. once you graduate, you will find that the local area loves um graduates. former hurricanes hold leadership positions around the city and will gladly hire um grads.
students who hate the cold students who like to balance academics with sports/social activities
clubs are plentiful and cater to an immense variety of interests and pastimes. organizations based on heritage, interests, hobbies, academics are all present on campus. these organizations usually meet in the evening, after all class sections, so there are never conflicts. facilities for organizations are plentiful, spacious, and available. the student center complex and university center have facilities that are free to rent for student organizations, so most clubs meet in these fully equipped spaces.
the campus police has a strong presence on campus, and they have a very active email system. if you have your student email on your phone, you can get immediate alerts of any questionable activity on/near campus. the umpd also provides safety escorts for any long walks. the service is complately at the student's discretion, and your request will never be denied. the campus is extremely prepared for weather emergencies. the university and individual dorms provide information and guidance for students who have never experienced hurricanes before. supplies are plentiful after major storms, so things keep moving smoothly afterward.