Miami University, one of eight original Public Ivies, is regarded for its unparalleled commitment to undergraduate teaching and for providing students with robust, immersive, and transformative learning experiences. In keeping with its centuries-old tradition of academic excellence, Miami University is pleased to offer the Presidential Fellows Program (PFP), an elite scholarship opportunity that provides the brightest and best scholars and leaders of the 21st century with an unprecedented and exceptional college experience.
Miami University, established in 1809, is ranked among the top 50 national public universities by U.S. News & World Report. As an original Public Ivy, Miami provides Ivy League-quality education at a public school price with an exceptional return on investment. Miami is a place where ambitious students find their purpose and prepare for a lifetime of success.
Miami University’s mission statement espouses the values that they uphold as a major university with a “small college” feel—loyalty, integrity, compassion, curiosity, and a lifelong commitment to learning.
Life-changing, community-impacting education reaches across borders and cultures to inspire curiosity and innovation. At Miami, they work to cultivate respect, inclusiveness, and cultural competence by providing global educational opportunities to every student.
Along with the Board of Trustees, their University President sets the vision, direction, and priorities of the University, ensuring that all demonstrate a commitment to broad student accessibility and success. Meet them and the other administrators working tirelessly to ensure academic success and fiscal responsibility across all campuses.
Through partnerships and programming, Miami University has created pipelines to prepare students for career success.
Above all, Miami University’s goal is to create a diverse and inclusive culture based on a shared commitment to learning. They do not discriminate based on race/ethnicity, sex/sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, class, age, military status, national origin, pregnancy, religion or veteran status. They celebrate their differences with programs and resources designed to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout their faculty and student body.
Whether the students find themselves on Miami University’s renowned Oxford campus or one of their impressive regional campuses, they will discover spaces designed to spark creativity with modern amenities to create a welcoming and inclusive experience.
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- Benefits for Presidential Fellows
- A four-year, renewable scholarship covering tuition, fees, housing, and food.
- A one-time $5,000 academic enrichment stipend.
- Tailored programming for the Presidential Fellows cohort, including Miami’s U-Lead Conference.
- The Presidential Fellows Program scholarship package will cover tuition and fees for eight fall/spring semesters provided that the student maintains a 3.50 cumulative grade point average each year. Tuition and fees include all instructional, non-resident surcharge, basic general, career development, and course fees that they are charged.
- The Presidential Fellows Program scholarship package will not cover winter/summer terms, study abroad fees, university contract confirmation deposits, health insurance, health center fees, pharmacy charges, orientation, pre-enrollment or pre-admission testing fees, books, computers, supplies, or other necessities. It will also not cover other optional expenses such as MUlaa accounts, parking permits, parking fines, library fines, air conditioner rentals, and cell/telephone charges.
- This list is not exhaustive and Miami University reserves the right to determine which charges may/may not be paid by the Presidential Fellows Program scholarship.
Eligibilities
- Basic requirements for admission as an international student to a bachelor’s degree program include the following:
- Completion of formal secondary education in a pre-university curriculum.
Completion must include the awarding of a diploma or the issuance of a leaving certificate or matriculation certificate generally recognized as the educational qualification necessary for admission to higher studies. - English language ability at a level sufficient to undertake a full course of study.
For more information on meeting this qualification, see Miami University’s English language proficiency requirements. - Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or American College Testing (ACT) scores (if applicable).
International students are not required to provide an ACT or SAT score, but they may use the ACT or SAT to satisfy English language proficiency requirements. - International students who are visa holders in the U.S. must provide a copy of their current visa or immigration status.
- Completion of formal secondary education in a pre-university curriculum.
- Financial Support Documentation (at the time of application):
- International students who are not currently located in the United States are required to submit the online Financial Estimate Form.
- After receiving an offer of admission: International students who require I-20 or DS-2019 documents (F-1 or J-1 visa) to attend Miami University are required to provide documentation of financial support adequate to cover all educational and living expenses by submitting the online Financial Support Form along with supporting financial verification (bank documentation).
Application Process
- To be considered, apply to Miami University via the Common Application by 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 1, making sure to indicate the student’s interest for Miami’s Honors College.
- PFP finalists will be notified in January.
Application Deadline: December 1, 2023
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