Frequently Asked Questions

Students are responsible for their tuition and fees upon registration. Tuition charges are assessed based on the number of credits for which the student is enrolled. Undergraduate, graduate, law day, law evening, and medical students have different rates. Other special programs have special rates. For rates of special programs, see the announcements that are published concerning these components of the University's academic program.

For complete updated tuition/fee information click here.

For the most up to date schedule visit the academic calender.

Our Summer Intersessions run on a different schedule.

Students are responsible for their tuition and fees upon Registration. Payment or arrangements to pay can be made at the Office of Student Account Services, 158 Ashe Building, 305-284-6430. Please contact saccounts@miami.edu for more information.

Some financial aid and scholarships do apply. You must verify this with your specific funding source.

No, you do not need to apply for summer. You can enroll online through CaneLink or complete an additional course request form with your adviser at the same time you register for your fall classes.

If you meet all the requirements stated in the nondegree-seeking application, you can apply as a nondegree-seeking student. If approved for nondegree status, you will be eligible to register for courses. Visit www.miami.edu/asap for complete information and online application.

Nondegree-seeking (visiting students) applications take 5 business days to be processed, the deadline to submit an application 5 business days prior to the start of the semester/session.

Nondegree-seeking students are not eligible for on-campus housing. For a list of off-campus housing available, individuals can use: http://www.miami.edu/sa/index.php/residential_life/off_campus/

A full program of study in each Summer Session is 6 credits. Students with a B or better average may request approval from their academic deans to carry an additional class. Students in good standing may normally take a 4-credit laboratory class plus a 3-credit class, for a total of 7 credits. A total of 12 credits may be earned through attendance in the Summer term.

Not paying and/or not attending a class does not drop you from your class. You need to academically drop the class online (CaneLink). For a complete withdraw (dropping all classes for the term) a completed Drop/Add form must be submitted to the Office of the Registrars. In order to receive a 100% refund on your tuition charges drops forms must be received/processed before the first day of class.

If you qualify, you may take a maximum of 6 credits (lifetime amount of credits allotted as Continuing Studies Graduate Non-Degree) at UM to transfer back. Visit www.miami.edu/asap for application and eligibility requirements. Nondegree-seeking (visiting students) applications take 5 business days to be processed, therefore must be received a minimum of 5 business days before the start of classes to be eligible to enroll in classes.

For complete information on requesting a transcript, visit http://www.miami.edu/registrar; or call (305) 284-2294.

Undergraduate and graduate students in all schools continuing from the Spring semester do not need to apply for summer admission. Continuing students who wish to attend Summer Sessions are advised for summer classes at the same time they are advised for the upcoming fall semester.

For information about advising and registration for current UM students visit www.miami.edu/registrar.

Students who are not enrolled in a degree-seeking program at the University of Miami, including visiting undergraduate and graduate students from other institutions, may be enrolled through the Division of Continuing & International Education, but must meet all the requirements as stated in the nondegree-seeking students enrollment policy (Please note: applications take a minimum of 5 business days to be processed, and must be received at least 5 business days in advance of the first day of semester). For clarification of the policies, additional applications for admission, or more information, visit www.miami.edu/asap.

Once admitted, new or returning students may then register for classes. Transcripts of previous coursework are not required for enrollment to the University of Miami Summer Sessions, although they may be required for registration for certain courses with prerequisites.

Former University of Miami undergraduate degree-seeking students who are NOT enrolled for the Spring semester must submit a one-page readmission application to the Office of the Registrar. Former graduate students must file a formal application for readmission with the department or school offering their program. The form, along with complete instructions about submission, advising and registration can be found under the current student option at www.miami.edu/registrar.

Students seeking transfer admission from other colleges and universities may apply to enter for either fall or spring semesters (students who plan to major in nursing, architecture, or music are accepted only into the fall semester). Please visit www.miami.edu/apply to learn more about the application process and admission requirements.

For more information contact the Office of Admission at admission@miami.edu or 305-284-4323.

In order to be considered for admission to the School of Law, applicants must have earned a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution and have taken the Law School Admission Test (LSAT). The law school admits first-year students only in the fall semester. For information on the University of Miami School of Law, contact the Office of Admissions, University of Miami School of Law, P.O. Box 248087, Coral Gables, FL 33124-8087, 305-284-2523, e-mail: admissions@law.miami.edu or visit our web site at www.law.miami.edu.

Admitted students can register online through CaneLink. For those students not eligible to register online, submit a completed course request form signed by the advisor in the appropriate school/college. Registration begins April  8, 2019 online and at the Office of the Registrar. For all admitted undergraduate, and graduate students, Summer Sessions registration will take place April 8 through May 22 for Summer Session A, April  8 through July 3 for Summer Session B, and April 8 through May 24 for Summer Session C both online and in the academic centers (registrations dates may vary for special classes and sessions).

Dates are subject to change, please view the Academic Calendar for the most up to date information.

For the most up-to-date rates, visit the Tuition and Fees Web site.

Students are responsible for their tuition and fees upon registration (billing is online in CaneLink). Tuition charges are assessed based on the number of credits for which the student is enrolled. Undergraduate, graduate, law day, law evening, and medical students have different rates. Other special programs have special rates. For rates of special programs, see the announcements that are published concerning these components of the University's academic program.

Undergraduate and graduate students who wish to apply for need-based financial assistance during the Summer term must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The application is available online at www.fafsa.gov. Learn more at www.miami.edu/ofas.

Summer Federal Work-Study (FWS) eligibility is based on the preceding academic year's eligibility. A student must have the preceding academic year's FASFA on file and demonstrate summer financial need in order to be awarded. If a student is enrolled in summer classes, the Office of Financial Assistance Services will review summer FWS eligibility automatically and notify the student.

Students who are not enrolled in summer classes and believed to be eligible (if eligible during the preceding academic year) may complete a Summer FWS Appeals form. Students are awarded depending on the availability of Federal funds. Check the Student Employment website for additional information, summer dates, pay periods, etc. at www.miami.edu/ose.

Law and Medical students will be reviewed for summer FWS by their respective financial aid offices and eligibility criteria.

Learn more at www.miami.edu/ose.

Students who have advised the appropriate University department of their withdrawal, through 60 percent of the semester, will receive credit for tuition and eligible financial aid funds using a prorated calculation. This policy is reviewed annually and subject to change. For additional information visit www.osas.miami.edu.

Title IV funds will be returned in accordance with the federal regulations. All other aid will be returned based on the tuition refund percentage. For more Information please select the “Refund and Withdrawals” tab on www.osas.miami.edu for additional information.

1. Register for the summer term at the same time they register for fall courses.
2. Enroll online through CaneLink.
3. If not eligible to enroll online, complete a Class Add Form and have the form signed by the advisor in your school or college.
4. Bring signed Class Add Form to Office of the Registrar.
5. Students are responsible for their tuition and fees upon Registration (billing is online through CaneLink).

1. Submit a one-page readmission application to the Office of the Registrar.
2. Once readmitted, Enroll online through CaneLink.
3. If not eligible to enroll online, complete a Class Add Form and have form signed by the advisor in your school or college.
4. Bring signed Class Add Form to Office of the Registrar.
5. Students are responsible for their tuition and fees upon Registration (billing is online through CaneLink).

1. Go to the non-degree seeking status web site, confirm eligibility and status.
2. Submit application (with nonrefundable application fee) with a minimum of 5 business days before the start of the semester.
3. Once approved to register in non-degree seeking status (you will be notified by email), select your class using the Search for Classes.
4. Enroll online through CaneLink.
5. If not eligible to enroll online, complete a Class Add Form and submit to umnondegree@miami.edu
6. Students are responsible for their tuition and fees upon Registration (billing is online through CaneLink).