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Miami Dade has more than 150 degree program options. There is a variety of non-credit and distance education options and participate in an honors program. There are 11 academic schools at Miami Dade College, along with a funeral service education degree program. In the 2011-2012 academic year, some of the most popular awards conferred were in liberal arts and sciences, registered nursing, business administration, special education and EMT Paramedic, according to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). The student-faculty ratio in 2012 was 25 to 1.

Each of Miami Dade's campuses has its own library, all of which are connected to the College Center for Library Automation. The college accepts online applications, but students may pay a fee to submit a hard copy of their application. When applying, students should be mindful to select the campus that's most convenient for them, because their completed application will be sent directly to the campus they choose.

Miami Dade is an open admissions school, which means that all high school graduates are admitted.

However, selection may vary for the allied health and performing arts programs. First-time applicants need to submit transcripts and standardized test scores to be considered. Dual credit and advanced placement credits are accepted. As reported by the NCES for the 2012-2013 school year, Florida residents were charged $3,366 in tuition and fees, while non-residents needed to pay $11,895. In the same year, books and supplies were estimated to be $2,250. Students seeking the Florida tuition rate need to submit proof of residency. If paying for school is a challenge, Miami Dade College offers several private scholarships for majors like dentistry, nursing, national security and broadcast engineering, as well as options for minorities and women. The NCES noted that of first-time beginning students in 2011-2012, 83% were awarded a grant or scholarship, which averaged $5,471. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid form needs to be completed to apply for any financial aid.