94%
of 2023-24 senior Miami applicants were accepted to law school (compared to 80% national average for the same period)
CAS Means Careers
From College to Career: Your Journey Starts Here
At Miami University’s College of Arts and Science (CAS), your future starts on day one. From your first semester, you'll engage in hands-on learning through research, internships, and real-world experiences—all supported by dedicated academic advisors and our Center for Career Exploration and Success. CAS empowers you to discover your strengths, define your goals, and build a clear path toward the career you aspire to, beginning the moment you arrive.
Excellent Programs, Excellent Results
61.3%
of first-time applicants were accepted into medical school; around 20% higher than national average
98.4%
Job Placement
of May 2022 graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate school by fall
From Miami to Tomorrow
At Miami University’s College of Arts and Science (CAS), your limitless career potential begins on day one through experiential learning, personalized advising, faculty mentorship, and dedicated career support that together create a clear, measurable path toward your professional goals.
Learn about Your Path to TomorrowProfessional Development Plan
The CAS Means Careers Professional Development Plan gives students a clear, step-by-step roadmap—from exploring interests to launching a career—through hands-on experiences, mentorship, internships, and personalized support from the Center for Career Exploration and Success.
COMPLETE ANNUALLY
- Connect with Miami University’s Center for Career Exploration and Success (CCES) in Armstrong Student Center.
- Prepare for and attend career development events in college, department, and Career Center.
- Complete and regularly update resumes, cover letters, Handshake profiles, and LinkedIn profiles.
- Attend Fall and Spring Career and Internship Fairs, as well as other applicable fairs hosted by college, department, or Career Center.
EXPLORE
- Explore interest and skills assessments available in CCES to better understand interests, skills, values, and personality traits.
- Pursue career interests through student organization, work, and volunteer opportunities.
- Explore CCES website and “What Can I Do With This Major?”
- Connect with career advisor, faculty member, or professional mentor about career interests.
PREPARE
- Consider leadership or deeper engagement in student organizations.
- Develop and practice professional introduction/ elevator pitch and interview skills with CCES.
- Apply for summer internships, research, and volunteer opportunities starting fall semester of second year.
- Connect with career advisor, faculty member, or professional mentor about career interests, plans, and necessary preparation. Identify transferable skills and experiences you’ve gained that align with career interests and document on resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn.
CONNECT
- Seek mentorship with more advanced students, faculty, and industry professionals.
- Find alumni in prospective fields and companies using LinkedIn and Miami Alumni Connect.
- Conduct career conversations with alumni and industry professionals.
- Participate in Experiential Learning opportunities such as job shadowing, summer internships, and co-ops.
- Consider completing independent studies, capstone projects, and research.
- Prepare for and schedule graduate school assessments as needed, such as GMAT, GRE, MCAT, and LSAT.
LAUNCH
- Ensure online presence is professional and appropriate for future opportunities.
- Finalize resume/CV and cover letter.
- Identify contacts that can write letters of recommendation and serve as references.
- Research employment opportunities and graduate school/professional programs.
- Apply for and obtain full-time positions or apply to graduate schools/professional programs.
- Share successes on LinkedIn and Miami Alumni Connect.
Career Advising
Our expert career advising staff will work with you to achieve the goals that are uniquely you. We will help you navigate your chosen career field and academic interests from across CAS and within nine overall career clusters where you focus on your professional interests while exploring similar careers within broad industry categories.
Pre-Law Education
Beginning in your first year, you can explore your interest in law in PLW 101: Exploring Careers in Law, a pre-law course designed to expose students to the diversity of the legal profession through guest speakers who work in a variety of fields, including criminal prosecution and defense, law firm litigation, public interest law, business, and in-house counsel work. Miami seniors who apply to law school will learn to navigate their way through the application process in PLW 401: Preparing for a Career in Law.
A variety of courses across all disciplines are available to develop the critical reading, writing, and analytical reasoning skills required to succeed in law school and beyond. Because law schools do not look for any particular major or area of study, students are encouraged to major in any area that interests them and in which they can excel.
[STAT: 94% of 2023-24 senior Miami applicants were accepted to law school (compared to 80% national average for the same period)..]
The Center for Career Exploration and Success
Known as the CCES, our career center serves students with a mission to put them on their ideal path for professional excellence. Here, you can connect with dedicated career advisors and fellow students pursuing similar tracks and professions; you can immerse yourself in information about compelling industries and roles; and you can prepare for life in the work force with interview coaching, career assessments, recruiting tools and more.
Pre-Healthcare Education
Our Pre-Medical Studies co-major provides a broad-based pre-medical background and prepares students to pursue advanced degrees in medicine as well as other healthcare-related fields. Beginning in the first year, a full-time pre-medical advisor will help ensure that you complete the course prerequisites for medical or other professional schools.
[STAT: 61.3% of first-time applicants were accepted into medical school; around 20% higher than the national average.]
The College of Arts and Science
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.
Contact Us
100 Bishop Circle
143 Upham Hall
Miami University
Oxford, Ohio 45056
CAS@MiamiOH.edu
513-529-1234
