Academic Preparation and Culture Program (APCP)
Miami's exclusive Academic Preparation and Culture program provides you with the opportunity to arrive on campus before your peers and will prepare you for a successful academic career in the US.
The Academic Preparation and Culture Program will help you understand what to expect in classes at an American university, sharpen your English conversational, writing and test-taking skills in preparation for your college career at Miami University, and provide trips to local points of interest to introduce you to American culture.
These courses begin prior to the mandatory International Student Orientation program.
What will I be doing during APCP?
The focus of APCP is the course, English 106 – Orientation to American Language and Educational Culture a 3-credit course that meets daily for two weeks (August 2-August 13). This course will help you maximize your skills by listening to lectures about academic and cultural topics, taking notes, writing short papers, and practicing college-style exams. This course also includes trips to local points of interest so that you will gain perspective on living successfully in American culture.
You will also have lots of opportunities to interact with peers and many professors, and to become more familiar with your surroundings at Miami. By the time school begins on August 23, you will already be comfortable with the campus and your first day of college will be less intimidating.
When does the program start?
APCP will begin on Tuesday, August 2, and end Friday, August 13.
When should I arrive?
Plan to arrive at the Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky (CVG) airport on Friday, July 29 or Saturday, July 30. A Miami bus will pick students up at 12:00pm (noon) on Saturday, July 30 and Sunday, July 31. More information about transportation from the airport can be found here.
More information about transportation from the airport will be provided after you register for APCP.
Where will I be staying during APCP?
You will be housed in an air-conditioned residence hall near the dining facilities that will be used during this period. All new international students who plan to live on campus during fall semester will be staying in this area for several days during orientation before beginning full classes.
How do I register for APCP?
All new international students who wish to enroll in APCP should:
Will I have to pay tuition for APCP?
English 106 will be taught with no additional tuition charge to you. However, there will be a fee of $300 to cover materials, any out-of-class trips, activities, and other costs associated with the course.
What other costs will I be responsible for?
You will pay for housing and food during your extra time in Oxford. You will stay in an on-campus residence hall during the program and pay the early arrival per day charge ($30/day). You will be able to purchase a Miami meal plan at a special rate for the period before other classes start. If you eat three full meals per day, the dining hall cost would be about $25 daily.
How do I pay for APCP?
All fees (English 106 fee, International Orientation fee, and housing fees) will be billed to your Bursar Account and will be due by August 27. Meals must be purchased daily using cash, credit card, or a meal plan that you purchase upon arrival.
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