University of Miami
The University of Miami is a private, non-profit university in Coral Gables, Florida. Coral Gables is part of the Miami metro area and is considered one of the most pedestrian-friendly cities in the region. One of the highlights of the university is the size of the classes. The 12:1 student to faculty ratio provides a more intimate learning experience and gives students more interaction with their professors. Despite the low student to faculty ratio, the university enrolls over 17,000 students. The courses are offered through 12 different colleges and schools, including the School of Nursing and Health Studies.
The University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies offers students several ways to pursue a career as a nurse, including BSN, RN to BSN, accelerated BSN, MSN, DNP, Ph.D., and BSN to Ph.D. programs. The school has offered nursing programs for over 70 years. The long history of the school has allowed them to partner with over 170 clinics in the region, including the University of Miami Hospital, giving students many opportunities for hands-on clinical experience. The school also has a state-of-the-art simulation hospital featuring high-tech mannequins, actors, and students to simulate real trauma. The traditional BSN program is accredited by the CCNE.
Institution Overview
Campus LocaleLarge Suburb |
Number of Students17,003 |
Student to Faculty Ratio12:1 |
Is Admission OpenNo |
Religious Affiliation - |
Level4-year |
TypePrivate |
Business ModelNot-for-profit |
On Campus HousingYes |
Retention Rate91% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
Number of Graduates | ||
---|---|---|
Degree type | Men | Women |
Bachelor's degree | 2 | 24 |
Post-master's certificate | 3 | 10 |
Master's degree | 6 | 28 |
Doctor's degree - research/scholarship | 0 | 7 |
Doctor's degree - professional practice | 6 | 25 |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges 01/01/1940 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
Nursing (MNUR) - Master's program ACEN 04/01/1982 - Current |
Nursing (NUR) - Baccalaureate program ACEN 12/01/1968 - 12/31/2006 |
Nurse Midwifery (MIDWF) - Basic certificate and graduate nurse-midwifery education programs for registered nurses ACME 06/08/1978 - 03/13/2014 |
Nursing (CNDNP) - Nursing education programs at the doctorate degree levels CCNE 05/05/2016 - Current |
Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels CCNE 04/08/2006 - Current |
Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels CCNE 04/08/2006 - Current |
Nurse Anesthesia (ANEST) - Institutions and programs at the master's degree, post master's certificate or doctoral degree levels COA 05/24/2005 - Current |
Nursing (MNUR) - Master's program ACEN 04/01/1982 - 12/31/2006 |
Admission
36%
Acceptance RateEnrolled students test score (Fall 2017)
SAT | 1230 to 1420 |
ACT | 28 to 32 |
Admission considerations
Secondary school GPA Required |
Secondary school rank Recommended |
Secondary school record Required |
Completion of college-preparatory program Recommended |
Recommendations Required |
Formal demonstration of competencies Neither required nor recommended |
Admission test scores (SAT/ACT) Required |
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Required |
Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Neither required nor recommended |
In addition to the college's admission requirements each nursing program might have its own admission criteria (such as: TEAS score, HESI A2 score, nursing prerequisites GPA, etc).
Application fee
Undergrads | $70 |
Graduates | $85 |
Cost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
Undergrad courses | ||
---|---|---|
In District Students | $1,960/credit | |
In State Students | $1,960/credit | |
Out of State Students | $1,960/credit |
Graduate courses | ||
---|---|---|
In District Students | $1,960/credit | |
In State Students | $1,960/credit | |
Out of State Students | $1,960/credit |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
---|---|---|---|---|
LPN | 45 | $88,200 | $88,200 | $88,200 |
ADN | 70 | $137,200 | $137,200 | $137,200 |
BSN | 125 | $245,000 | $245,000 | $245,000 |
FNP | 50 | $98,000 | $98,000 | $98,000 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 76% of University of Miami's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
---|---|---|
Pell Grant | 13% | $4,480 |
Other Federal Grant | 10% | $2,893 |
State Grant & Scholarships | 29% | $6,411 |
Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 58% | $21,325 |
Federal Student Loans | 30% | $4,271 |
Private Loans | 4% | $20,271 |
$42,204
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
Less than $30,000$22,641 |
$30,001 to $48,000$15,596 |
$48,001 to $75,000$19,779 |
$75,001 to $110,000$25,551 |
Over $110,000$39,815 |
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Student Population
10,832
Undergrads
6,171
Graduates
8,854
Women
8,149
Men
92%
Full-time
8%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
White |
38% |
Hispanic |
23% |
Non-resident alien |
16% |
Black/African American |
8% |
Race/ethnicity unknown |
7% |
Asian |
5% |
Two or more races |
3% |
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Florida state board of nursing.