University of Miami (UM)

The private research university of the United States is the University of Miami. It was founded in 1925. The main campus is territorially located in the city of Coral Gables, Florida.

Higher educational institution for a long time occupies top positions in the rating of its country and the world as a whole. At present, it occupies the 60th position of the US universities. In the international list is included in 5% of the best institutions (takes 213 place). Thanks to its powerful research base, the University has won its reputation. Such directions are very popular:

• Art and Humanities;
• Life sciences and medicine;
• Natural Sciences;
• Social sciences and management;
• Economics and business.

UM won 44th place in the list of the best medical schools.

The institution is best endowed with famous celebrities who graduated from the university. Among them:

• Mikheil Saakashvili (politician);
• Alessandra Meyer-Wölden (model, actress, designer);
• Warren Samuels (scientist-economist, historian of economic thought);
• Duane Douglas Johnson (wrestler, film actor);
• Sylvester Gardzio Stallone (actor).

This is not a complete list of famous personalities who graduated from UM. Among the teachers there are also famous professors.

The university offers more than 180 academic programs and majors at the bachelor's and master's levels. The academic structure includes the following schools and colleges:

• School of Architecture,
• College of Arts and Sciences,
• Business School,
• School of Communication,
• School of Education and Human Development,
• College of Engineering,
• School of Law,
• Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science,
• Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine,
• Frost School of Music,
• School of Nursing and Health Studies,
• Division of Continuing and International Education.

The Graduate School, which offers master's and doctoral programs, was founded in 1941 and today ranks among the most comprehensive graduate schools in the country.

The university operates the UOnline distance learning division, offering accredited online master's, doctoral, and certificate programs in the following areas:

• Business,
• Music,
• Education,
• Humanities,
• Sciences.

Individual UOnline certificate programs are shorter than a full degree and focused on a specific area of specialization — available as a standalone option or as a supplement to a master's or doctoral program.

• University of Miami consistently ranks among the leading research universities in the United States according to U.S. News and World Report,
• Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science grew from a small division in the 1940s into one of the world's leading research institutions in the fields of oceanography and atmospheric sciences,
• Faculty at the Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine lead more than 1,300 active research projects,
• The university's faculty include Guggenheim Fellows, Fulbright Scholars, and National Science Foundation grant recipients,
• More than 70% of the full-time faculty at the School of Architecture maintain a private architectural practice alongside their teaching.

Graduates of the University of Miami become part of the Canes for Life community and stay connected with a network of more than 198,000 alumni worldwide.

In Florida, university graduates have access to a personalized license plate program — a special license plate available to graduates through the county DMV office or the county Tax Collector.

Some university faculty members live in apartments within student residences, serving as mentors for the students who live there: this live-in format expands informal interaction between faculty and students outside the classroom.

Subject list: Bachelor of General Studies, Family Nurse Practitioner, Pharmacy, Accounting, Aerospace Studies Minor, American Studies, aquaculture, Arabic Studies, Architecture, Art, B.A. in Chemistry, B.A. in Criminology, B.S.C. Broadcast Journalism, B.S.C. Electronic Media, B.S.C. Media Management, Behavior Analysis, biology, Biomedical Sciences, Biostatistics, business, Business and management, Classical civilization, Coaching, Communication, Communication Studies, Construction Management, cultural studies, Dance, design, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Educational Studies, Electrical engineering, Electrical Techniques, Elementary Education, engineering, Environmental science, finance, Geological Sciences, Geosciences, Gerontology, Health care, history, History of Science, Human Development, Human Resource Management, industrial engineering, Information Technology, International Business, Italian, journalism, Latin American Studies, law, Leadership in education, Machinery manufacturing, marketing, Master of Public Health, Master of Science in Finance, Mathematics Education, MBA, media, Museum Science and Management, music, occupational therapy, physics, planning, politics, Psychology, special education, Vocals

• The university is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC),
• The student-to-faculty ratio is 12 to 1, and faculty members serve as mentors and advisors to students,
• About 98% of full-time faculty members hold a doctoral degree or the highest degree in their field,
• About 50% of undergraduate classes are held in groups of 17 or fewer students, and about 75% of classes — in groups of 27 or fewer students.

University of Miami has an elite architectural buildings. There is a rich library in the property. All foreign citizens can apply for a place in the hostel. UM owns sports clubs of different directions. Also a member of the following groups and associations:

• Oak Ridge Associated Universities;
• Sport affiliations and memberships: National Collegiate Athletic Association.

The university's motto is "Great is the truth", which means "Truth is great".

The university academic year is divided into three trimesters: fall, spring, and summer. Official calendars are published separately for each year and updated periodically. In addition to the university-wide calendar, separate calendars apply for the law school (JD, LLM, SJD) and for the MLS Online program.

UOnline distance learning programs follow their own academic calendar, distinct from the main university calendar. The following programs are exceptions:

• Master of Arts in International Administration,
• Master of Science in Systems and Engineering Management,
• Master of Public Administration.

They follow the standard university calendar.

First of all, you need a certificate from the previous place of study for admission. After the school you must pass the entrance examination. The final results are enrolled. The competition is two people per seat.

Features of education

The university has 16,000 students and 2,800 teachers. 15% of the total number of students are foreigners. The cost of studying under the bachelor's program is 29852 USD / year, and magistracy - 31000 USD / year. However, the university offers financial assistance.

The academic year is divided into semesters. You can take the education remotely. The University supports a student exchange program. Students have the opportunity to take internship and gain experience in well-known international companies.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision