Financial Aid

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Ranking 47th, Miami has been identified as a best value in Kiplinger's annual list of the "100 Best Values in Public Colleges" (2013). Miami has appeared as a top 100 value every year since the first list was published in 1998.


The first step in the financial aid process is completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). By completing the FAFSA, you are applying for all financial aid, including grants, scholarships, loans, and federal work-study. Miami's priority deadline to file the FAFSA for transfer students is March 15.

Admitted transfer students are also automatically considered for the following merit-based scholarship opportunities:

  • Phi Theta Kappa (PTK)
    Students who are members of this International Honor Society of the Two-Year College will be offered a $2500 renewable scholarship. Documentation of PTK membership is required (admission transcript with designation or copy of membership card).
  • Transfer Recognition Award
    Students who transfer to Miami with a 3.4 g.p.a. (on a 4.0 scale) and 12 or more hours of college-level classes are eligible for this $1000 renewable scholarship.
  • Pathways Scholarship
    This $3000 renewable scholarship is available to students who transfer to Miami from an accredited Ohio community college with a 3.4 g.p.a. (on a 4.0 scale) and 36 or more hours of college-level classes.

You can find more financial aid information for transfer students online or contact the Office of Student Financial Assistance by email or phone at 513-529-8734.