<p>I've only heard great things about Miami. Anyone have anything negative to say, even if it's minor? Also, is it appropriate to say just "Miami" or must it be "Miami of Ohio". Being on the east coast I always have to say "Ohio" or people think my D is going to Florida.</p>
<p>As far as the name goes, it honestly depends where you are. Around here (I'm in Illinois), you can say Miami and most people assume it's Ohio. When I went talk to people outside the Midwest though, I normally have to add on the Ohio or else people start asking why I want to go to school in Florida. :rolleyes:</p>
<p>Hm, negatives? Well, as I said, basically no diversity. If you don't fit the typical mold, you probably won't enjoy your time spent at Miami. There isn't much to do other than go to class and party, since the town is tiny and really only offers some restaurants and bars...outside of that, it's just cornfields. Parking's a real hassle, but as I said before...most schools are that way. Scheduling classes can be a major pain, but you learn to deal. The last thing that could really be considered a negative would be that you're basically living in the Miami 'bubble.' I know not everyone is like this, but as I have noticed (and my sister has mentioned), people aren't too concerned about world issues, etc. There's kind of an '...only if it affects me' attitude.</p>
<p>But again, all the negatives are easily outweighed by the many positives of Miami. :)</p>
<p>Thanks RodLo. I've been told about the cornfields!! Parking issue is not a problem. The class scheduling problem can be dealt with as long as you get the classes you need. The "bubble" issue? Hmmm, let's see. Our town, school, community is also a "bubble". So my D would be going from one "bubble" to another. I think she may need to experience "real life" for a change. Thanks for the info--Something to think about.</p>
<p>Miami's diversity isn't THAT bad... I'm Korean and extremely liberal, and I have a perfectly satisfactory social life that does not involve drinking or dancing at the bars. There really isn't a huge divide between the Greeks and the non-Greeks; I was pretty surprised at that when I came here. For non-drinkers, there is the AfterDark program on Friday nights, and they usually play a movie or host some other kind of event. Intramural sports are also popular, especially broomball!</p>
<p>The average Miami student isn't very aware of current events, but you can get the NYT and Washington Post for free at any of the dining halls to read up on what's happening. Miami students do a lot of volunteering; Miami started the Adopt-A-School program, which other universities have modeled. I tutor high school students in math every week.</p>
<p>If you're in Honors, scheduling is not bad. Athletes and Honors students schedule first; I've gotten into all of my classes without any problems. However, if you're not in Honors, you can always force-add.</p>
<p>They're currently building a new parking garage, but I don't think students will have access to it. momsworried, your dd should be able to bring her car on campus as a freshman, but I don't think it's necessary. Everything you need is within walking distance, and Miami provides transportation to the Cincinnati airport during breaks.</p>
<p>The biggest negative for me is definitely the size of Oxford. While I love Bagel and Deli, the town could be a bit bigger.</p>
<p>As for parking...the school is building two parking garages... one will be done next yr</p>
<p>Anyone there to help me on my chances at Miami - Engineering?</p>
<p>My stats is not as great as most people here:</p>
<p>Sat1 1800 (640M, 570V 590)
Sat2 (600 Chem, 530 Math)
Sat2 retake Jan 28th (Math, Chem, Phy)
GPA 3.3
International - studied in Asia, Europe, Africa and the US. Currently finishing my 2nd semester of 12th grade in Japan. I did the 1st semester in a private school in the US.
Major: Engineering
APs (3 APs this year - Chem, US His, Phy)
No spectacular ECs</p>
<p>Anyone there to help me on my chances for 2010?</p>
<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>I didnt apply ED.. I applied for scholarships and honors and got in with honors</p>
<p>Sat1 2110 (800M, 640V W5670)
Sat2 (780 Chem, 790 Math2 760 math1 750 phy, 750 Bio - E)
Class rank 2 (11th)
Avergae in 11th : 82%</p>
<p>EC's : Soccer, Basketball, Cricket, Badminton,</p>
<p>tokyo, i think you should get in- they are tryng to toughen things up, but i like your intl experience- it should help</p>
<p>Irish200, thanks. Got in!!</p>
<p>momsworried...I bumped a couple really old threads up for you to look at, hope this helps. I too was a worried mom, until D moved MUO to her short list. I had an incredible experience there, would go back and do it all over again [and so would every one of my dozen or so VERY successful college friends I STILL keep in touch with after 20+ years]. I would probably be characterized as a stereotypical J. Crew U grad [although I have never bought anything from there] but my D is very artsy and slightly bohemian[sp?], she still loves Miami and is considering the Western program. We live just outside the suburbs of a midwestern city about two hours from Chicago and consider anywhere where we can get to a major city for a metro-culture fix[in Miami's case, Cinci] in less than an hour, close enough to not be the sticks. Miami's location and the "bubble" factor is nice because it does help keep one's focus on studies yet give a sense of community/family. Some DO call it "Mother Miami."</p>
<p>If you are thinking you do NOT want her to go there, I wouldn't risk visiting :) once some kids see it, it is all over - LOL [I felt so strongly way back when, that I only applied to MU, and told my terrified parents that if I didn't get in, I wasn't going to college].</p>
<p>Feel free to PM me if you want to talk more...</p>
<p>I just got accepted today. woot woot.</p>
<p>I got into Miami as well!!! (I heard on the 13th)....</p>
<p>GO REDHAWKS... 2010</p>
<p>CONGRATS!!! How exciting for you both. A million best wishes...</p>
<p>i just was accepted today. Im from rochester new york and im trying to find time to go for a visit, anyone who has been there and can give me informtion and there impressions would be helpful. Im also considering michigan state, xavier and niagara university.</p>
<p>nascar--
I know I've said this over and over, but it's true...Miami is the absolute image of college and what it should be. Gorgeous campus, gorgeous student body, good academics, <em>LOTS</em> of fun, etc. Everyone I know that has attended MU absolutely loves/loved it. My sister graduated in 2004 and still talks about Miami all the time. The campus is full of brick buildings and lots of green. And although Oxford isn't exactly the biggest or most exciting town, it's so cute (brick roads, etc) and it's all about the school...which I love. </p>
<p>I'm sure no matter where you go, you'll figure things out and love it...but I can't think of many places that are better than Miami.</p>
<p>nascar0509-
I have posted numerous times about MU on this board, so I thought I would let my D speak this time, here is what she says:</p>
<p>"It is picture perfect. There is no bad part of the campus, it is all beautiful. Everyone is friendly. Every adult I know who graduated from there has a very successful career. Weekends are fun with football games and lots of other activities to choose from. Cinci is really close and also a fun place to go on the weekends. Hueston Woods State Park has lots of hiking trails and a beach. There are plays, art shows and coffee houses. There are a lot of majors and schools to choose from so if you change your mind about your major you don't have to transfer schools. I really hope I get in when I graduate HS."</p>
<p>Mom hopes so too :)
I don't know the answer to this, but check out the graduation rate, if I remember correctly, it is way above the national average for a public institution. Also check the admit rates for grad schools, those are tangible things you can use to compare with the other schools you are considering, if those things matter to you.</p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.muohio.edu%5B/url%5D">www.muohio.edu</a> has a virtual tour I believe. Also, there is a website that has hundreds of virtual campus tours and maps, but I can't remember what it is called, so do a search on google or something and I'm sure you can find it.</p>
<p>Best wishes---Go Redskins, er... Redhawks(now I'm dating myself)</p>
<p>I just re-read this thread and realized there are MANY of you who I have not congratulated, please let me do so now---WAY to GO!!! Just by your acceptance I know you are all outstanding people, blessings on your final decisions...</p>
<p>thank you, stil trying to find time to get down ther</p>
<p>One quick question, what are the dorms like? i was on the website and oculd not find pictures of the rooms themsleves.</p>
<p>The dorms are typical...at least in Dodd's (where my sister stayed her freshman year). We also saw one during our campus visit, and it looked pretty similar to my sister's, so I'm assuming they don't vary much. They're small (with beds lofted, there's just enough room to fit in a desk or two and have enough room to walk around...not that there's very far to go ;)), but the buildings are great because there are no dorms/buildings that are more than 3 (or is it 4?) stories tall.</p>