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DUAL-DEGREEPROGRAMSSUPPLEMENTALAPPLICATION FORBiochemistry & Molecular BiologyExercise PhysiologyLatin American StudiesLawMarine Geology

Deadline: November 1 for Early Decision I and Early Action Applicants

Deadline: January 1 for Early Decision II and Regular Decision Applicants

CONTENTS

Application Instructions…………………………………………………………………1

Application Checklist……………………………………………………………………2

Dual-Degree Programs Supplemental Application …………………………3

Life Experiences…………………………………………………………………………5

University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action university Dual-Degree Program Application

Mailing Address: Office of Undergraduate AdmissionUniversity of MiamiP.O. Box 249117-5226 Coral Gables, FL 33124-4616

Physical Address: Office of Undergraduate AdmissionUniversity of Miami1306 Stanford DriveCoral Gables, FL 33146

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONSApplying to the Dual-Degree Programs requires two separate application processes: A) Applying for undergraduate admission to the University of Miami via the Common Application, andB) Applying for admission to the Dual-Degree Program

1. If you have not already done so, complete and submit electronically the Common Application. Note: you must submit an application to be eligible for admission to the Dual-Degree Programs.

2. After the completion of step 1, complete and submit to the Office of Admission the enclosed Dual-Degree Programs supplemental application, including the life experiences and personal history essay sections. Please type or print neatly. The deadline for the University’s receipt of all applications and supporting documentation is November 1 if you are applying under the Early Decision I or Early Action option or by January 1 if you are applying under the Early Decision II or Regular Decision option. You should complete the application process as early as possible during the fall of your senior year.

3. Submit results from the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) or American College Test (ACT) to the Office of Admission and an official copy of your high school transcript. Have the appropriate testing service forward your results directly to the University of Miami: SAT Achievement results: College Board Number 5815; ACT results: American College Testing Number 0760.

4. Request from teachers and submit to the Office of Admission three (3) letters of recommendation in support of your application to the Dual-Degree Programs.

5. Send all Dual-Degree Programs application materials in the same envelope* to:ATTN: Dual-Degree Program CoordinatorDual-Degree ProgramsOffice of Undergraduate AdmissionUniversity of MiamiP.O. Box 248025Coral Gables, Florida 33124-4616Phone: 305-284-6000

*If your school’s policy is to send transcripts directly to the University, submit this application to your school to ensure all required materials are mailed in one envelope.

University of Miami 1 Dual-Degree Program Application

APPLICATION CHECKLISTp Complete all components of the Common Application to the University of Miami.

p Submit completed application packet for Dual-Degree Programs by November 1.This should include:

pDual-Degree Programs supplemental application filled out completely

pStandardized test results

pThree (3) Letters of Recommendation. We recommend teachers, employers,

or practioners in your career field.

pOne official copy of your high school transcript

Send all Dual-Degree Program application materials in the same envelope.

University of Miami 2 Dual-Degree Program Application

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Programs Undergraduate MajorMinimum Admission

Requirements for Consideration

Required MaterialsLength of Program

Degree(s) Awarded

Marine Geology Geological Sciences in theRosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science

• Combined SAT of 1360 or composite ACT 31

• Top 10% of graduating class

For all Dual-Degree programs:- 3 letters of recommendation from

teachers, employers or practioners

- Application for admission to the University of Miami via commonapp.org by November.

- Supplemental Application for the Dual-Degree Programs

5 years B.S./M.S.

Latin American Studies Latin American Studies in the College of Arts & Sciences

5 years B.A./M.A.

Exercise Physiology Exercise Physiology in the School of Education and Human Development


• Unweighted GPA of 3.75

5 years B.S./M.S. Ed.

Law Any major in the College of Arts & Sciences



6 years B.S./J.D.

Biochemistry &Molecular Biology

Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (2 tracks) inthe College of Artsand Sciences



In addition to the above:

SAT subject area tests: mathematics and either biology, chemistry or physics (minimum score: 600)Personal interview - upon invitation

6 years B.S./Ph.D.



Last First Middle Name

E-mail address

Permanent address Street City State Zip Code

Mailing address (if different from above) Street City State Zip Code

Home telephone Current telephone Area Code Number Area Code Number

U.S. Citizen p Yes p No Permanent U.S. Resident p Yes p No

Birth date / / Place of Birth

Are you a dependent of a University of Miami employee? p Yes p No

What is your state of legal residence? Your parent(s)?

Father’s name Mother’s name

Education / College(s) Education / College(s)

Degree(s) Degree(s)

Occupation Occupation

Standardized Test Results

Name of Test Date Taken Score Date Taken Score

SAT

Critical Reading

Mathematics

ACT Composite

DUAL-DEGREE PROGRAMSSUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATIONDual-Degree Programs University of MiamiP.O. Box 248025Coral Gables, Florida 33124-4616Fax: 305-284-6605

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I am applying to (check only one):p Biochemistry & Molecular Biologyp Exercise Physiologyp Latin American Studiesp Lawp Marine Geology

List in chronological order all high schools attended

NAME OF HIGH SCHOOL CITY AND STATE DATES OF ATTENDANCEFrom To

Current

Previous

Have you taken college courses while in high school? p Yes p No If yes, indicate the institution, course(s) and grade(s) received:

Guidance counselor Phone no.

Rank in class of Current unweighted grade point average to date

Honors received

From your records, fill in this grade report for subjects completed to date. List your senior courses. Clearly indicate before each grade any honors courses with an H, advanced placement courses with AP , International Baccalaureate with IB, and Advance International Certificate of Education with AICE.

Subject Year taken Number of weeks

Grades Subject Year taken Number of weeks

Grades

Mathematics Social Studies

History

Science Foreign Language(s)

Computer Science

English

Other Studies

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Name

DUAL-DEGREE PROGRAMSSUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION

LIFE EXPERIENCESINSTRUCTIONS: Briefly describe or list your experiences and activities DURING HIGH SCHOOL in the spaces below. Where appropriate, in-clude dates and length of time of your involvement. Leaving blank spaces will not make the application incomplete. DO NOT attach a resume, or send work samples, photocopies of awards or recognition that you may have received.

COMMUNITY WORK (organized activities performed for the benefit of the community)

COUNSELING/TEACHING (activities in which you have participated as a counselor, advisor or teacher)

LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES (positions you have held as a leader or organizer)

ORGANIZATIONS/CLUBS (groups organized primarily for social activities and excluding pre-professional organizations and honors societies)

FINE ARTS (activities involving dance, drama, music, art, photography, etc.)

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Name

SPORTS (organized team sports or recreational activities that you play, watch or follow)

JOURNALISM (activities in which you have served as a writer or editor)

TRAVEL (outside the continental U.S.)

HOBBIES (what you do or collect for fun and relaxation)

EMPLOYMENT (work experiences during the past five years)

PERSONAL HISTORY ESSAY

Give a personal history of yourself, your reasons for wanting to study in your chosen field, and why you are interested in the Dual-Degree Programs at the University of Miami.

Please limit your essay to two typed pages.

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Name


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