Requirements

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For questions about the admissions requirements to the Master of Arts in International Administration (MAIA) program, please visit our Contact Us webpage.

Admission Requirements

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  • Online Application & Deadlines

    Ready to take the next step? We're excited to help you get there. Applying early gives you plenty of breathing room to gather your documents, connect with your enrollment advisor along the way and start dreaming up all the ways you'll spend your first few months soaking up sunny South Florida. Review the deadlines below and reach out any time. We're here to help make this part as smooth as possible.

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    If you apply by the priority deadline, your admission decision is expedited, and you will be eligible for priority consideration for tuition support.

    Please complete the online application by clicking here.

    Intended Starting Semester Priority Deadline Extended Deadline
    Fall March 1 July 1
    Spring October 1 December 1
    Summer March 1 April 15



  • Application Fee

    An $85.00 non-refundable application fee is paid online upon submission of the application.

  • Statement of Purpose

    The statement of purpose is the most important element of your application packet. This letter needs to reflect who you are, your goals and why you would be an asset to the MAIA program. It is very important to ensure it is grammatically correct and as detailed as possible. The statement of purpose should be no more than two pages in length. Please review before your submit. 

  • Letters of Recommendation

    Three letters of recommendation must be provided. Two letters should be from a professor/faculty member. One letter should be from an employer, colleague, or other professional source.

  • Official Transcripts

    Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution must be sent to the University of Miami Graduate School or MAIAadmissons@miami.edu. If your university is unable to send electronic transcripts, please have them mailed to: 
    University of Miami 
    Master of Arts in International Administration
    1541 Brescia Avenue
    Coral Gables, FL 33146
     
    *Official transcripts in languages other than English must also be submitted with a certified English translation. 

  • Resume

    Please provide a copy of your resume/CV or professional portfolio.

  • Grade Point Average (GPA)

    A minimum overall undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

  • Admissions Interview

    The admissions interview may be conducted in person, over the phone, or via video conference.

  • International Students

    International students interested in applying to the MAIA program should visit our International Students webpage for additional admission requirements.

Document Submission

All documents being sent via a special courier service (UPS, FedEx, etc.) should be sent to the following address:

University of Miami
Master of Arts in International Administration
Attn: Cathy Wheeling
1541 Brescia Avenue
Pick Hall, Suite 110G
Coral Gables, FL 33146

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