No. 3
Among public schools for Best Undergraduate Teaching
U.S. News & World Report, 2024
The Value of a Public Ivy Education
Your college experience here will be one of the most rewarding times of your life. To make sure of this we'll provide you with a powerful support system anchored by energetic professors who are dedicated to you.
Authentic, Inspiring Acclaim
Wisdom. Prestige. Inspiration. You can feel it in the air. A storied university with a history of making history. One of those places other places will never be.
90%
First-to-second year retention
Fall 2022 cohort
A Top
Public University in the nation for best salary potential after graduation.
Payscale.com
This. Is. College.
Think Big, Act Boldly
You have a lot of college choices. We want you to love college as much as we do. A big part of that is choosing the right place for you. This is your decision-making guide.
Bryan Roberson '17
B.S. Accountancy; M.Acc.
Because of Miami’s combined degree programs, Bryan earned both a Bachelor of Science in Business and a Master of Accountancy in four years. Miami professors steered him toward a minor in Information Systems, helping him land a job in risk advisory for Ernst & Young.
Stephanie Danker
Assistant Professor, Art Education
Every Art Education student starts building an online teaching portfolio in their first class and develops it throughout the program. It becomes a powerful tool for the job search. Our graduates are prepared to be licensed K-12 art teacher specialists, but may also consider career paths in community settings, museum or gallery education, or art therapy.
Trey Clements '15
B.S. Early Childhood Education
I've always wanted to lead, to make a difference, and to be a positive role model for those who may not have one. In the end, I want to leave this world knowing that I brightened someone else's future. There's no better way to do that than by being a teacher.
Jacob Bruggeman '19
History, Political Science
There is no substitute for a liberal arts curriculum. You would be hard-pressed to find a CAS major that isn't represented by well-rounded, developed people in terms of their interests and worldly perspectives.
Bryce Linkous '18
Bioengineering
I knew early on Miami was where I belonged because the students are the most connected by far. Here, I knew I would receive an undergraduate experience tailored to my career and life goals. Miami has built a name for itself recently in its dedication to socially-engaged engineering, and immersing myself in this initiative is what continues to grow my passion for engineering.I knew early on Miami was where I belonged because the students are the most connected by far. Here, I knew I would receive an undergraduate experience tailored to my career and life goals. Miami has built a name for itself recently in its dedication to socially-engaged engineering, and immersing myself in this initiative is what continues to grow my passion for engineering.
What is a Public Ivy?
Public Ivy — a college or university that provides an exceptional college experience at a public school price.
The term Public Ivy first appeared as the title of a 1985 book by Richard Moll, The Public Ivys: A Guide to America's Best Public Undergraduate Colleges and Universities. It identified eight national universities that meet the criteria:
- Miami University
- University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
- University of Virginia
- University of California (system)
- College of William & Mary
- University of Michigan
- University of Texas at Austin
- University of Vermont
At Miami, we think our Public Ivy heritage is more meaningful today than ever. Miami challenges and prepares ambitious students for lifelong success in a quintessentially collegiate setting that has inspired generations for more than 200 years; we welcome all people, ideas, and beliefs to a vibrant learning and discovery community that values, above all:
- Academic rigor
- Character
- Intellect
- Serving the public good
Miami continues to be recognized nationally as a Public Ivy.
What does a public ivy education mean to me?
Among the best for commitment to teaching
High graduation rates
Active and ambitious students
Outstanding career preparation
A quintessentially collegiate experience
Code of Love & Honor
The Code of Love and Honor is a personalized pledge derived from our Values Statement. Its first line is "I am Miami," signifying that each and every one of us, through our choices, and supporting and caring for each other, contributes to who we are and what we aspire to be—individually, yes, but also collectively—as Miamians.
