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The mission of the College of Arts and Science is to develop in our students the knowledge and skills for success in a dynamic, global society and to foster excellence in creativity and research. (adopted April 2012)
At the College of Arts and Science, we ignite curiosity, sharpen critical thinking, and fuel creativity to prepare students for success in a fast-moving global world. Our immersive and diverse programs across STEM, the humanities, healthcare, public policy, and more open doors to big ideas, bold research, and meaningful impact. CAS graduates leave ready to lead, innovate, and thrive— anywhere their passions take them.
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98.4%
of May 2022 graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate school by fall
94%
of 2023-24 senior Miami applicants were accepted to law school (compared to 80% national average for the same period)
61.3%
of first-time applicants were accepted into medical school; around 20% higher than national average
CAS and Miami University as a whole are continuously revising our program offerings to meet the needs of the 21st century. Our interdisciplinary programs in the CAS reflect a school-wide commitment to prepare students for active roles in the new global community. Some of these programs include:
All CAS students are encouraged to be among the nearly 2,000 students who participate in study abroad and study away programs each year. These programs may be offered over the summer, during the academic year, or in Miami's recently established Winter Term. Undergraduates may earn Miami credit at the Dolibois European Center in Luxembourg, on one of the many faculty-led programs in Africa, Asia, Europe, and South America (as well as a variety of locations in the United States), or through transfer credit programs, such as exchanges.
Representing nearly half of all students, the College of Arts and Science (CAS) is Miami University's largest division and the centerpiece of liberal arts — the wide range of subjects in the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities crucial for the development of key professional skills desired by employers.
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Oxford, Ohio 45056
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