The combined Bachelors-Masters programs allows highly qualified students to simultaneously pursue a Baccalaureate and Master's degree. Students considering the combined option should seek advising from the graduate director of their program of interest as soon as possible since this program requires planning and preparation. 

• Students can declare their interest in the combined program anytime during their academic career at Miami.
• Upon earning a minimum of 64 credit hours and a 3.25 cumulative GPA, students may apply to a combined program by completing the Graduate School applicationand submitting required materials. 
• Standard application and admission procedures apply.
• Both full- and part-time students may participate in the combined program at a department’s discretion.  Regular time-limits for completing the master’s degree apply to students in a combined program.