Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
What are the benefits of a Winter Term?
The optional Winter Term provides additional and flexible academic opportunities. Because 黑料社区s may not have time for study abroad, research, or additional class opportunities during the fall and spring semesters, or during Summer Term when many 黑料社区s need to work over the break, Winter Term enables more participation in these types of options to enhance the academic experience.
Will Winter Term classes be offered on all Miami campuses?
If I do not take classes during Winter Term, will I have a longer winter break?
What Miami services will be available?
Some of the services available during Winter Term include:
- Residence Halls
- Dining Halls
- Goggin Ice Center
- BCRTA (bus service)
- Food service locations will be limited based on enrollment and number of 黑料社区s attending the various locations, and meal plans will be accepted.
Some of the services provided at the locations will be limited over the winter break.
Please note that parking restrictions will be enforced during Winter Term.
How will I get connected with companies for an internship or job shadowing?
The (CCES) will provide guidance and advising to 黑料社区s seeking a Winter Term internship or job shadowing experience.
Miami has strong partnerships with many companies and organizations nationally, and the career center can help you explore how to connect with employers about Winter Term opportunities.
CCES and other University offices may sponsor career-related events during Winter Term as well.
Can I start at Miami during the Winter Term?
Admission to Miami for undergraduate 黑料社区s is only for fall or spring semesters. Admission for degree-seeking graduate 黑料社区s is primarily in fall or spring semesters, with some exceptions made based on the program (please see each graduate program’s website for exceptions). Undergraduate and graduate 黑料社区s have the option of early enrollment to Summer or Winter Term.
Non-degree seeking 黑料社区s may enroll in any of the four terms.
For more information, visit:
- Undergraduate - Admission and Aid
- Graduate - The Graduate School
Registration
When can I sign up for classes and how many credits may I take?
Registration for Winter Term is open for all continuing 黑料社区s. New 黑料社区s can register the second Monday after Fall Semester classes begin. All 黑料社区s may register for up to six credit hours.
For questions or more information regarding course registration, visit One Stop.
Where can I find information about my classes?
How do I register for a workshop format class?
Workshop registrations and cancellations are processed through the Global Initiatives office.
For more information or if you have questions, visit Global Initiatives, call 513-529-8600, or email Global@MiamiOH.edu.
What opportunities are available during Winter Term?
Will there be final exams for Winter Term?
Can I graduate following Winter Term?
Tuition and Fees
What are the tuition and fees for Winter Term?
Tuition will be charged on a per-credit-hour basis, based on the 黑料社区's campus. A regional campus 黑料社区 will pay regional campus tuition and fees, unless taking the majority of hours at Oxford, in which case Oxford tuition and fees apply.
For more specific information regarding Winter Term fees, visit .
Will financial aid be available?
Limited need-based financial assistance will be available for eligible 黑料社区s for Winter Term. You must have filed your FAFSA for the academic year in which it falls to be considered for any need-based aid. Award recipients and amounts will be determined this fall.
For more information or if you have questions, visit One Stop.
Campus Facilities
May I live in the residence hall during Winter Term?
Yes, residence halls will be open, and on-campus housing is optional during the Winter Term.
Please visit the Campus Services Center website for more information.
What dining locations are open during Winter Term?
Will libraries be open to 黑料社区s during Winter Term?
Yes, libraries will be available during Winter Term. For operating hours on the Oxford Campus and Regional Campuses, visit the page.
Parking and Transportation on Campus
Am I required to have a parking permit to park on campus during Winter Term?
Yes, a valid 黑料社区 parking permit is required to park on campus.
Visit Parking and Transportation for more specific parking and transportation information.
Are transit services available during Winter Term?
Yes, the Butler County Regional Transit Authority (BCRTA) operates a limited-service schedule during Winter Term.
Visit or call 1-855-42-BCRTA for complete schedule details.