Yes, certain majors in the College of Creative Arts (CCA) require a portfolio, audition, or video submission as part of the application.

No, submitting SAT or ACT scores is optional. However, strong scores may enhance your application if you choose to include them.

Miami University–Oxford offers a wide range of undergraduate programs, including B.E./B.Tech, BBA, B.Arch, B.Sc., and B.J.M.C., as well as majors in Anthropology, Applied Biology, Applied Mathematics, and more.

Some of the most popular programs include Business Administration (BBA), various Engineering disciplines (B.E./B.Tech), Architecture (B.Arch and M.Arch), and Journalism and Mass Communication (B.J.M.C.).

Graduate students can enroll in programs like M.Arch, MBA/PGDM, M.Sc., and MFA. Additional graduate options include fields such as Accountancy, Business Analytics, and Economics.

Miami University–Oxford provides a variety of merit-based scholarships for incoming first-year students, including: University Merit Scholarships: Award amounts vary based on weighted GPA. For example, non-resident students with a GPA of 4.30+ may receive scholarships starting at $15,000 annually. Presidential Fellows Program (PFP): A highly competitive, full-ride scholarship covering tuition, fees, housing, meals, and a $5,000 enrichment stipend. Open to top students admitted to the Honors College. Prodesse Scholarship: A $2,000 annual scholarship for selected Honors College students not receiving the PFP. Ohio Governor’s Scholarship: Covers full tuition and general fees for one top student from each of Ohio’s 88 counties. International Education Scholarship: Awards range from $2,500 to $12,000 per year for international students, based on academic records. #YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarship: Covers at least 50% of tuition costs for international students committed to promoting intercultural understanding.

Yes, most merit scholarships at Miami University–Oxford are renewable for up to four years, provided students meet specific criteria: Maintain full-time enrollment: Students must be enrolled full-time (minimum of 12 credit hours per semester). Meet GPA requirements: For instance, merit scholarship recipients are typically required to maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

No separate scholarship application is necessary for most merit-based scholarships at Miami University–Oxford. Students are automatically considered based on the information provided in their admission application. To be eligible, applicants must: Apply for admission by December 1 for priority consideration. Submit all required materials, including transcripts and at least one letter of recommendation. For selective scholarships like the Presidential Fellows Program and Prodesse Scholarship, students must indicate their interest in the Honors College on their application.

Miami offers traditional residence halls with single and double rooms, apartment-style housing like Heritage Commons, and suite-style accommodations at the Marcum Hotel and Conference Center. Additionally, Hawks Landing Apartments are leased off-campus to serve as extra housing.

Yes, Miami University–Oxford offers Affinity and Living-Learning Communities, allowing students to live with peers who share similar academic, cultural, or personal interests.

Students participate in a room selection lottery to choose their housing for the following academic year. Availability and preferences are accommodated as much as possible through this process.

Miami University itself does not offer a specific "post-study work visa." However, international students can apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT), which allows them to work in the U.S. in a job related to their field of study after graduation.

CPT is designed for students to work during their studies in a job that is part of their academic curriculum, such as an internship or practicum. Students must be enrolled in a course linked to the employment and have a job offer directly related to their major.

OPT is a temporary work authorization for F-1 students. To qualify, students must: Be in F-1 status for at least one full academic year Maintain good academic standing Have a job offer related to their field of study Post-completion OPT allows up to 12 months of full-time work, with a possible 24-month extension for STEM degree holders.