University of Miami Reviews

"Fantastic experience, amazing professors, terrific faculty-to-student ratios, and of course, a world-class city with the best weather year-round. I wouldn't change a thing about my collegiate experience, and it opened up the world to me. If you are considering attending the University of Miami, you'd make an excellent choice in going there!"

"Do not choose this school. Professors give you grades months after you complete the class. They shut down their community counseling center and the department is in complete disarray. I promise you, this ain't it. Spend 165,000 somewhere else and get the quality education you deserve."

"I’m only writing this in the hope that I can help someone not hate a substantial part of two years of their life like I did going through The University of Miami Online MBA program. This program charges a lot of money. Yet, all of the course material is 10 years old. The courses are never updated. The effort put into this is none. Like some test questions are blank- you just have to pick A,B,C,D. I brought it up, and a student behind me also received a blank question. The professors don’t respond to emails for days or at all. When they grade a paper, it will be after the next assignment is due. You can’t fix anything based on the last grade. This makes sense because they only give you a 90/100 or whatever. No explanation. They have no integrity. What is the morality in trapping someone into a program? You can’t transfer all your credits to a new program. Considering time and money, students aren’t going to transfer to a new program. I thought about it, but the costs were too high. So, we all just finished, even though Pretty much everyone I know thinks the program sucks. You get more attentiveness and quality from elementary school teachers. If you are thinking about this program, run!!! Run as fast as you can somewhere else. Anywhere. My only other suggestion would to be pick some place close to you. At least you’ll be able to drive to the teachers office when they don’t return your emails.Read Less"

"The University of Miami is a small community in a major city. It of course offers the sunshine of Florida and opportunity of several community activities and organizations to use ones newly acquired skills. The physical therapy program strongly encouraged integrity and life-long learning."

"The University of Miami is a small community in a major city. It of course offers the sunshine of Florida and opportunity of several community activities and organizations to use ones newly acquired skills. The physical therapy program strongly encouraged integrity and life-long learning."

"Speaking specifically about my department... I would say that the academics were subpar and not worth the money that you pay for tuition. Two of my professors were good researchers but poor teachers. NO engaging discussions. I wouldn't even call it a lectures. Not sure what my professors were doing but often times I sat in class wondering if the President of the University was aware of the low quality of education and teaching in my class. I would not recommend this university and it would be a poor choice for International students. It's outrageous how international students are not provided a lot support within the community. My department had difficulties understanding the procedures for I20 which ended up causing me a lot of grief. Don't expect a lot of support from the school if you are experiencing difficulties adjusting to the area. You're not going to get it. The school will take your money and then will have nothing to do with you once you've paid your tuition. In terms of the community: Unsafe. High car accident fatalities. When you drive along the US 1 to school, you will see the many flowers/ or wreaths planted along the roadway in memory of people who have died in car accidents. Expect to at least get into one car accident or two a year. I was in two car accidents. The first accident was on campus by a person texting and driving. Expect at least one murder in the area. And I say 'at least.' An international student who lived in the apartments very close to the university was robbed and stabbed to death in his home. Miami is unsafe period. Do not trust their off-campus housing website. I had the unfortunate experience of renting from a landlord who posted a listing on the UM website. This person ended up being a drug user and scam artist. Yes, I lost some of my rental deposit when I had to move and after I found out she was a scammer and a thief. UM does not take any responsibility or filter who or what posts housing listing on their website. So again, unsafe. In terms of the community... If you are not bilingual or speak Spanish... Good luck. Moved to Miami and found it difficult to even go into stores. Sometimes store associates were not able to help me when I needed assistance because often times I was told in English that they didn't speak English. Same thing with uber. Many times had to take an Uber to school or out in the community and sometimes only got Spanish Speaking drivers. I will say that the campus is beautiful but not worth the headache of attending the university. There are so many better universities that you can attend and it's not the University of Miami.Read Less"

"I loved the University of Miami because not only is the campus absolutely gorgeous, but as a student you are constantly surrounded by other like- minded intelligent individuals. The professors are typically top notch as well! As a low-income student, it may feel like you don't fit in at times or like you can't afford the luxuries that other students can afford. The adversity makes the experience so much more humbling and it pushes you to be the best you can be in life. The night life in Miami is wonderful and I really think that I had a very unique college experience because of it.Read Less"

"I am currently working on my doctoral degree at UNT. I am a 1990 undergraduate alumnus from the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida. My years under the Psychology and Sociology department (double major) allowed me for many years to work in various professions. The foundation UM gave me allowed me to help individuals with drugs and alcohol as well as family violence. That same foundation allowed me to transfer to work for companies in human resource affiliations, but more importantly, with co-workers in general. In my clinical setting during my thirties, it allowed me to support patients holistically. Currently, as a teacher, my UM foundation is integrated into every single facet of the educational system. I am most grateful for the building blocks the University of Miami provided and hope you will consider their programs.Read Less"

"The University of Miami is a renowned institution and perfect for the growth and development of undergraduate students. This institution was where I discovered my true purpose with the help of the amazing and supportive faculty and staff. Through my leadership experiences there, I was able to step out of my comfort zone and challenge myself to be better."

"The University of Miami offers a lot of interesting classes and my two programs - International Studies and Geography (these are seperate departments; I double-majored) - provided me with incredibly talented and experienced professors and like-minded peers who shared a lot of my interests and who I learned with and learned from. The campus itself is lovely and there were plenty (PLENTY!) of activities happening all the time. However, there are some groups that were obviously more party-minded. Nevertheless, I was still able to meet plenty of individuals with whom I could share fascinating conversations, study together, and learn from. The campus is not in Miami; it is in Coral Gables. It's walking distance to the metrorail which can take you to various parts of Miami. In general, the University of Miami is a tremendous schoool but as with any experience, you get what you put in, so be sure to take advantage of all the great resources and learning opportuntities that are offered.Read Less"

"Great teachers, great campus and great location. Advisors are teachers are very knowledgeable and caring. They want you to do well. They will spend grab you by the hand and guide you from beginning to end. I am in constant contact with my advisor to make sure I am taking the proper courses."

"School of Communications MFA degree program in Motion Pictures does not live up to its claims. If you are looking for a cinematography track youre out of luck. Production classes are like minor reviews and then youre out on your own to learn. The department boasts a well rounded opportunity to learn all aspects of film making. This claim falls short. Professors are not well rounded in worldly career pursuits but rather sit comfortably in their tenure and it shows. The department focuses more on script writing than actual production. Equipment for film making is good although it lacks proper maintenance and a lot of it needs repair. Too expensive of a school for what they offer. Look elsewhere!Read Less"

"After serving over 12 years in the Navy, and contracting for another 4 years, serving in Afghanistan, I quickly realized how much an advanced degree would help me in my future. I've always wanted to consult and teach, and many organizations want their trainers to have advanced and terminal degrees. When I was looking for schools to go to, part of what drew me to the University of Miami was the process of enrollment and recruiting. The on campus visit was one of the best experiences that I had experienced academically, with knowledge being shared during the presentation. The admissions office staff were more than helpful, as well as the academic advisers. The VA department is exceptional in the way they handle veterans benefits. The instruction is top notch with many of the professors, writing the books that are used in the courses. Above all, even as an online student, I've always felt as being part of the student body and not just a tuition check. I love UM!Read Less"

"The University of Miami offers an array of excellent degrees in varied fields. It has a very powerful networking group that gives you the opportunity to thrive in any career path you choose. Saying that you earned a degree at the University of Miami is influential in many job markets. If you are looking for a thriving and energetic campus to begin your college education the University of Miami is for you."

"The University of Miami is a well respected institution and AACSB-accredited in business. Pursuing an MBA degree from UM is giving me the opportunity for career advancement to attain my goals. I will be learning to master the fundamentals, identify leadership strengths, and think strategically using quantitative data. These are the skills that would give me value to strive for a bigger stake in an organization. The program is online which provides flexibility and is taught by high caliber instructors. According to Forbes, UM ranks #62 in the nation for Best Business' Schools.Read Less"

"I attended the LLM program for Real Property Development. It was a great program on a beautiful campus with an amazing staff"

"The classes are small which I love. The professors are great and hopeful. And it's in sunny Miami. Parking is awful though"

"Look at college as an investment. If your NPV is above the benchmark, which U of M is, then do it."

"The first thing you may notice is the beautiful campus with plenty of outdoor lounge space and several brand new buildings. The student body is diverse and the professors are accessible (all have office hours every week.) If you care strongly about your academics but also want to enjoy college and have fun new experiences, this is a great college for you. Although as a private university tuition is high, a high portion of students receive either scholarships, financial aid, or both. Most of the money used to run the school comes from alumni or other donations. The dorms on campus are pretty standard, but you're likely to spend most of your time elsewhere. There is a lot to do both on and off campus. Campus feels safe and like home. Going to football games is huge for many students. A lot of people are involved in greek life, but plenty of people aren't - it isn't a big deal. There are lots of opportunities to get involved in research or at the medical campus. (Pre-med is very popular.) There are a few big lecture hall classes (things like general biology/chemistry) but most classes are small (40 or less), and a lot are 20 or less. There are a wide variety of majors to chose from and some really great professors.Read Less"

"The University of Miami is a nice school with a beautiful campus, warm weather and excellent academics. UM is a beautiful school with a lively student body that is both diverse and engaged in the community. There are many organizations to join and so many events where one can explore and have fun. Personally, as a college freshman i thought it would be hard to meet people and get involved at a new school. This was not the case the student body and professors made its easy for me to get acclimated to the environment. Attending The University of Miami was the best decision of my young life. Enrolling in The university of Miami is something i highly recommend for students looking for a small town atmosphere, within a big and vibrant cityRead Less"