Early Decision I (EDI)
- Application is due November 1
- Final credentials are due November 14
- Decision released mid-December
Updated in September 2025.
Generally speaking, there are four ways first-year students can apply to become a Miami Hurricane in the fall. Before we dive in, a fun fact: All applicants are considered for merit scholarships automatically—there is no separate application.
Looking to apply in the spring or as a transfer? Check out the linked pages for more information.
Fall First-Year Applicants
Binding Plans - If admitted, you’re committed.
- Great for those who are sure the University of Miami is the place they want to complete their studies.
- Great for those who are not looking to compare financial aid offers nor merit scholarship offers.
Early Decision II (EDII)
- Application is due January 5
- Final credentials are due January 26
- Decision released late February
Nonbinding Plans - Apply first, weigh your options later.
- Great for those who still want options if they are admitted to the University of Miami.
- Great for those who would like to compare financial aid offers and/or merit scholarship offers.
Early Action (EA)
- Application is due November 1
- Final credentials are due November 21
- Decision released late January
Regular Decision (RD)*
- Application is due January 5
- Final credentials are due February 6
- Decision released April 1
*Regular Decision deadline for all Frost School of Music applicants is December 1.
Supplemental Material Deadlines & Requirements
Interested in one of our performance based majors, BFA programs, or architecture? If applying to the School of Architecture, the Frost School of Music, or a BFA program in the College of Arts and Sciences, review the requirements for your chosen school and the corresponding deadlines for those materials.
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SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE
First-Year applicants who do not submit test scores are required to submit a portfolio. Transfer students are not required to submit a portfolio.
First-Year Portfolio Deadlines (by Admission Plan)
EARLY DECISION I
November 14EARLY ACTION
November 15EARLY DECISION II
January 5REGULAR DECISION I
January 5 -
FROST SCHOOL OF MUSIC
The Frost School of Music requires applicants to submit a supplemental application, prescreen, and audition.
Prescreen and audition are not needed if you are applying for the Audio Technology (BS) major or the Music Industry BA major.
First-Year Supplemental Materials Deadlines (by Admission Plan)
EARLY ACTION
November 1REGULAR DECISION I
December 15 -
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES: ART BFA
First-Year applicants who do not submit test scores are required to submit a portfolio via the Applicant Portal.
Portfolio Deadlines (by Admission Plan)
EARLY DECISION I
November 14EARLY ACTION
November 15EARLY DECISION II
January 5REGULAR DECISION I
January 5 -
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES: THEATRE ARTS BFA
Applicants interested in majoring in the Theatre Arts BFA program are required to submit additional materials, regardless of whether they submit test scores. The Stage Management and Design/Technical Production programs require a portfolio. The Musical Theatre program requires an Audition Request Form and fee.
First-Year Portfolio Deadlines for Stage Management and Design/Technical Production (by Admission Plan)
EARLY DECISION I
November 14EARLY ACTION
November 21EARLY DECISION II
January 26REGULAR DECISION
February 6First-Year Audition Reqiuest Form and Fee Deadlines for Musical Theatre (by Admission Plan)
EARLY DECISION I
November 21EARLY ACTION
November 21EARLY DECISION II
January 24REGULAR DECISION
February 6
Looking for more than this bird’s-eye view of admission plans? We recommend checking out all our admission plans and their respective financial aid deadlines. Pro tip: Register for a virtual information session so that you can talk to an admission counselor and a few current Canes directly!
