University of Miami vs Virginia Tech

The University of Miami is a private research university in Coral Gables, Florida. Virginia Tech, formally Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, is a public land-grant research university with its main campus in Blacksburg, Virginia. 

Overview Comparison
University of MiamiVirginia Tech
Collegedunia Score5.5 Out of 10-
ranking (overall)# 324 QS World University 2025
# 67 US News 2024
# 201 Times Higher Education 2024
# 389 QS World University 2025
# 47 US News 2024
# 251 QS World University 2024
Subject Strength# 138 for Engineering by US News 2024
# 44 for Medicine by US News 2024
# 71 for Law by US News 2024
# 30 for Engineering by US News 2024
# 358 for Medicine by QS World University 2024
# 251 for Law by Times Higher Education 2022
ProgramsUG Programs -159
PG Programs -81
Doctorate Programs -80
UG Programs -95
PG Programs -65
Doctorate Programs -1
Acceptance Rate37.7 %71.0 %
Exam ScoreIELTS-6.5
SAT-1230
TOEFL-80
GMAT-600
IELTS-6.5
SAT-1180
TOEFL-90
Cost to StudyAverage Tuition Fees   53112
[For UG Program]
Average Tuition Fees  48720
[For PG Program]
Hostel + Meal - 33654 Per Year
Average Tuition Fees   33857
[For UG Program]
Average Tuition Fees  23670
[For PG Program]
Hostel + Meal - 24705 Per Year
placement (average package)

The median salary of the students is around $52K. Some of the top companies where the students include Google, CBS, Apple, L’Oreal, Amazon, Citibank etc. 98% students received jobs or were pursuing education within six months of graduation


Graduate Employability Rankings- #363(QS – World University Rankings 2023) #62(US news an world report-Best National University) ; Top recruiters: Booz, Allen and Hamilton, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Virginia Tech, Lockheed Martin Corp, Capital One Financial Corp;

Average Salaries are as follows:

  • MBA :  $134,000 
  • Master (Other) : $120,000 
  • Bachelor of Science :  $83,000 
  • Masters in Science  :  $80,000 
  • Bachelor of Arts :  $55,000

application requirements

Submit official transcripts of all previous education

Submit English language proficiency test scores

Submit letters of recommendation

Check program specific requirements

Academic transcripts; GMAT/ GRE scores for graduate admission; 3 LORs; Sop; Resume; Proof of English language proficiency.

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General Facts Comparison
General FactsUniversity of MiamiVirginia Tech
Type of UniversityUniversity
University
Established1925
1872
Student:Faculty Ratio6:1
14:1
Male:Female48% Male, 52% Female57% Male, 43% Female
Location Facts

The University of Miami has three campuses on more than 400 acres throughout Miami-Dade County. The Coral Gables campus, the University’s main campus, is home to two colleges and eight schools and is located on a 239-acre tract in Coral Gables. Other two campuses are Miller School campus and Rosenstiel School Campus. 


Main campus located in Blacksburg; about 40 miles southwest of Roanoke, Virginia; situated on a plateau between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny mountains; includes 213 buildings, 2,600 acres, and an airport


Library

The libraries of the University of Miami rank among the top research libraries in North America with a combined collection of over 4 million volumes, with over 100,000 current electronic and print serials. The libraries are located on the Coral Gables, Rosenstiel, and Medical campuses.


The libraries offer everything from technology-rich spaces, exhibits, and collections to services for managing research data and scholarship. The libraries also assist students and faculty in publishing scholarly works and offer consulting on a wide array of learning, research, and creative activities. They have three libraries on the Virginia Tech campus.

It includes:

  • Primary Civil War documents in Special Collections
  • Women in Art + Architecture collection
  • More than 1 million e-books
  • More than 6,800 DVDs
  • Thousands of 16 mm films
  • Bestselling books, including recently published fiction and non-fiction


Campus Life

Set one foot on campus and you’ll feel it—a vibe that celebrates life, learning, and daily activities that are anything but routine. Capitalizing on its glorious weather, national reputation, and location at the crossroads of the Americas, the University of Miami offers students unparalleled academic support, enrichment activities galore, sports and cultural offerings, wellness and fitness programs, and endless opportunities to explore, engage, and better the community and the world. With exceptional dining options and residential halls, a bounty of social, cultural and academic activities, sporting venues, an easy-to-traverse campus with shuttle service and a myriad of parking options, the University of Miami is home away from home, a place where students who live on or commute to campus can stretch their comfort zones and expand their horizons.


Globber Connect for students to participate in 100+ student clubs; Globberfest (Annual festival), VT Engage (service-learning and civic engagement center); Recreational Sports Department with 39 intramural sports, on-campus gyms, aquatic centers, more than 100 group exercises classes; Cultural & Community Centers; Women’s Center; Cranwell International Center; Schiffert Health Center; Hokie Wellness that offers peer-led workshops; Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets (VTCC)- military component of the student body.


Hostel#On campus - $13666
#Off campus (not with family) - $16926
#Off campus (with family) - $3062
#Room & Board (Private) - $12028
#Room and Board - $12677
Famous Alumni

Rony Abovitz , founder of MAKO Surgical Corp

Will Allen, urban farmer and recipient of MacArthur Foundation's "Genius Award" 

Ralph Alvarez, board member at Dunkin' Donuts and former president and chief operating officer of McDonald's Corporation 

Micky Arison, chief executive officer of Carnival Corporation and owner of Miami Heat 

Bakr bin Laden, former chairman of Saudi Binladin Group and half-brother of Al-Qaeda terrorist Osama bin Laden


250,000+ living alumni; Hoda Kotb (American-Egyptian broadcaster); Homer Hickam (American author); Bruce Smith (American football player); Jim Buckmaster (CEO of Craigslist Inc.); Charles Camarda (American engineer); Kevin Jones (Former American football player); Rob Wittman (U.S. Representative); Bill Dally (American computer scientist); Collette Wolfe (American actress); Steven Mollenkopf (Chief Executive of Qualcomm).


City Life

Known for its dynamic nightlife, spectacular white-sand beaches, and thriving modern art scene, Miami’s culture is vibrant and diverse with a strong Caribbean and Latin-American influence. From Jean-Georges Vongerichten to Thomas Keller, some of the greatest chefs on the planet have planted their culinary flag in Miami. And, of course, it’s no surprise that some of the world’s best Cuban food calls Miami its home, as well. Its reputation as America’s playground is well deserved. For more than twenty years, the Port of Miami has been known as the Cruise Capital of the World, holding the title as the largest cruise passenger port in the world. Boasting nearly 150 parks, gardens, playgrounds, and recreation areas, Miami is considered a Top 10 U.S. destination for both golf and deep-sea fishing, as well. Then, of course, there’s the coastline. From South Beach to Cape Florida State Park, some of the world’s most beautiful beaches can be found in Miami. The average monthly cost of living for a family of four in Miami to be around $3,700 a month (excluding housing). For a single person, the cost of living drops to around $1,000 a month (also excluding housing).

Homeowners in Miami often spend more than the national average. However, residents don’t have to pay income taxes or taxes related to pensions, Social Security, or inheritance. 


Blacksburg- incorporated town in Montgomery County, Virginia; Blacksburg has about 43,000 residents and is located in the New River Valley, which is Virginia’s fastest growing region west of Richmond. The city and region get high marks from outdoor enthusiasts and were named the No. 3 new tech hub by Axios. Although there’s always something happening at Virginia Tech, sometimes it’s nice to get off campus and into the outdoors. Southwest Virginia offers great hiking and biking, scenic lakes and drives, and all kinds of festivals. Famous attractions- Armory Art Gallery, Caboose Park, Kent Square, Hahn Horticulture Garden and Lyric Theatre; Annual town events include the International Street Fair and Parade, Steppin’ Out (town’s first annual street festival); Unemployment rate: 3% (Dec 2022).


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