Miami University-Hamilton is a public 4-year college in Hamilton, Ohio with 2,043 undergraduates. It has open admission, costs an average of $11,513 a year after grants and graduates 26% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Miami University-Hamilton acceptance rate and admissions
Miami University-Hamilton has open admission: it admits students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs, such as nursing or other health fields, can have their own entry requirements.
Miami University-Hamilton tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $7,709 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $20,175 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $15,985 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $11,513 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $11,513 a year after grants and scholarships, $4,472 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
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Miami University-Hamilton graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 26% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $63,814 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $20,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 32% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Miami University-Hamilton majors and what graduates earn
Miami University-Hamilton awarded bachelor's degrees in 18 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer and information sciences ($94,001).
All 18 majors at Miami University-Hamilton
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and information sciences | 30 | $66,691 | $94,001 | $19,927 |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General | 41 | $73,362 | $89,862 | $19,229 |
| Marketing | 10 | $61,235 | $86,919 | $20,500 |
| Public relations and advertising | 8 | $54,655 | $79,710 | $19,500 |
| Nursing | 67 | $74,043 | $77,451 | $22,000 |
| Biology | 13 | $37,248 | $72,037 | $19,500 |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | 77 | $54,517 | $67,193 | $24,000 |
| Psychology | 34 | $40,511 | $58,255 | $20,500 |
| Criminal justice | 16 | $44,602 | $57,868 | $23,743 |
| Communication | 7 | $42,193 | $55,919 | $20,000 |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 33 | $38,545 | $51,919 | $26,000 |
| English | 24 | $32,831 | $46,269 | $17,500 |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Security Science and Technology | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Arts management | 4 | $40,376 | n/a | $22,164 |
| Community Organization and Advocacy | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Hospitality management | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Social Sciences, General | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Miami University-Hamilton
1 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 1 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,043 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 53% women, 47% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
Is it hard to get into Miami University-Hamilton?
No. Miami University-Hamilton has open admission for students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs may have extra requirements.
How much does Miami University-Hamilton cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $7,709 for in-state students and $20,175 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $11,513 a year in 2024-25.
What is the graduation rate at Miami University-Hamilton?
26% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Miami University-Hamilton graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $63,814 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.