The Summer Scholars Program is for current high school sophomores or juniors who have a minimum 3.0 grade point average, are active in their communities, leaders in their schools, and examples of integrity. Individuals should be self-motivated and prepared to study an academic discipline in a rigorous scholarly program. Both domestic and international students are welcome to apply.

Eligibility:

• Completed sophomore or junior year of high school
• Grade point average of at least 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale)
• Teacher recommendation
• Official high school transcript(s)
• Personal essay
  
  

The Summer Scholars Program provides international students with the opportunity to study in the United States and experience college life on an American campus. While participation in the Summer Scholars Program does not guarantee admission to a college or university, the successful completion of a pre-college program demonstrates the student's potential to study in English at the university level.

All students whose native language is not English are required to submit official results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). International students demonstrate a proficiency in English by submitting the TOEFL exam, with an Official TOEFL score report of 213 for the computer-based test, 550 for the paper test, or 80 for the internet-based test (including the speaking sub-score); or by submitting the IELTS score report with a minimum score of 6.5. UM does not accept the Institutional Testing Program (ITP) TOEFL score report.

International Students are required to mail the following additional documents to the SSP office:

• Official TOEFL or IELTS score
• Copy of the ID page of your passport
• Copy of your student visa (if you are already studying in the U.S.)
• If you require an I-20 for a student visa, you will need to submit a bank letter on official letterhead stating that the person responsible for your living and personal expenses while studying at the University of Miami has a minimum of $7,000 in his/her account, or a recent bank statement showing a balance of $7,000.
  
  

For information about the visa requirements and additional documents required for international students, contact the SSP office at 1.305.284.5078 or email ssp@maimi.edu.

When all of your application materials are received at the SSP office your application will be reviewed. An admission decision will be sent via email. Please allow 7-10 business days for an admission decision.

Each application requires the following:

• Application - Complete the online SSP Application
• Essay –Include a two page essay with your online application, answering the following questions: Question 1 (minimum 300 words) – Why are you interested in participating in the Summer Scholar Programs, and how will participation help you achieve your future goals? Question 2 (minimum 300 words) – If cell phones and computers were outlawed, what do you believe would happen to society?
• Application fee - Pay the non-refundable $50 application fee online when submitting the application
• Official Transcript - Send an official high school transcript to the SSP office
• Teacher Recommendation – One Teacher Recommendation Form(download form) is required to be completed by a current/recent high school teacher, preferably from a teacher that is closely related to the academic area to which you are applying. Send the original Letter of Recommendation to the SSP office.
  
  

Send supplemental documents to the SSP office:

There is still time to apply! We are accepting applications until programs are full. All programs are currently open. If you have questions, contact us at 305.284.5078 or via email at ssp@miami.edu.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and are reviewed as soon as ALL required documents are received at the SSP office. Submit your application documents as soon as possible for early consideration.