Miami University is a public research university in Oxford, Ohio. The university was founded in 1809, making it the second-oldest university in Ohio and the 10th oldest public university in the United States. The school's system comprises the main campus in Oxford, as well as regional campuses in nearby Hamilton, Middletown, and West Chester. Miami also maintains an international boarding campus, the Dolibois European Center in Differdange, Luxembourg. It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity". It is the westernmost member of the University System of Ohio. Miami University is well known for its liberal arts education; it offers more than 120 undergraduate degree programs and over 60 graduate degree programs within its 8 schools and colleges in architecture, business, engineering, humanities and the sciences.
| Motto | Prodesse Quam Conspici (Latin) |
| Motto (English) | To accomplish without being conspicuous |
| Type | Public research university |
| Established | February 2, 1809 |
| Parent institution | University System of Ohio |
| Academic affiliations | GCCCU, Space-grant |
| Endowment | $558.4 million (2020) |
| President | Gregory Crawford |
| Provost | Jason Osborne |
| Academic staff | 973 (Oxford), 1,130 (all campuses) |
| Students | 19,752 (Oxford), 24,377 (all campuses) |
| Undergraduates | 17,327 (Oxford), 21,991 (all campuses) |
| Postgraduates | 2,425 (Oxford) |
| Campus | College town, 2,138 acres (8 km 2) |
| Colors | Red and white |
| Mascot | Swoop the RedHawk |
| Sporting affiliations | NCAA Division I – MAC, NCHC |
About Miami University
The 10th oldest public university in the U.S., it became known for its Greek life traditions, earning the nickname the "Mother of Fraternities" as five Greek-letter organizations were founded at the school.
Achievement of Miami University
The school is also known as Miami of Ohio as to avoid confusion with Miami, Florida's University of Miami.
Top Facts You Did Not Know About Miami University
Miami University Category.. Earth Expeditions - Earth Expeditions is a global education and conservation program offering graduate courses worldwide. The program was created by Project Dragonfly at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio.. Harker's Run - Harker's Run is a stream originating in Preble County, Ohio. Harker's Run drains into Four Mile Creek on the eastern edge of the campus of Miami University in Oxford just north of where the Trenton Oxford Road crosses Four Mile/Talawanda Creek.. Wilson Hall - Wilson Hall, also known as The Pines, was a dormitory building on the campus of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio.. Cradle of Coaches - The Cradle of Coaches is a nickname given to Miami University in Oxford, Ohio for its history of producing successful sports coaches, especially in football.. Collins Hall - Collins Hall is a residence hall at Miami University located on the eastern side of the university's main campus in Oxford, Ohio, United States. It has a 37,144 square feet and 436,000 cubic feet. It contains 3 floors plus a basement and has a maximum occupancy of 250 students.. Education in Butler County, Ohio.. Greater Cincinnati Consortium of Colleges and Universities.. Buildings and structures in Butler County, Ohio.
Latest information about Miami University updated on July 28 2021.
